North East Tour Sao Vicente Caves
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North East Tour Sao Vicente Caves

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Stop At: Sao Vicente Caves, Sitio do Pe do Passo, Sao Vicente, Madeira 9240-039 Portugal

The Volcanic caves are a 700mts (2297 ft) long lava tunnel was blasted out by volcanic gases. The volcanism centre shows us the islands oldest formation which emerged about 5 million years ago. The caves tour ends at the volcanism centre where you learn lots of facts and figures about volcanoes.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Piscinas Ponta Delgada, ER101, 9240, Portugal

After leaving the Sao Vicente caves, passing through São Vicente village and reach the charming village of Ponta Delgada. Overlooked by walls of forested mountains, this quiet traditional fishing village has a seafront dominated by the church Bom Jesus. East of the church is modern lido complex. Leaving Ponta Delgada we pass through “Boaventura” where we can absorb the beautiful scenery. The area is a vivid account of beauty.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Santana, Madeira Portugal

Next stop is to a charming village called “Santana”. Santana gets its name from St. Anne. Home to ‘A` framed Houses. These triangle thatched buildings, were used by local farmers as cow sheds. Traditionally people also lived in these houses. This is one of Madeira’s most familiar images. You will discover how spacious the ´A` framed houses are, when you visit one.

Continuing your journey to the biggest parish of Santana, “Faial”. It owes its name to the beech- trees, an indigenous myricaceae, which grows in the stream valleys and on the mountain. This picturesque village lies high above the sea and has a pretty little church. At the mouth of the river is a modern little lido complex with a sea pool, kid’s playground and a rocky beach.You will stop here for lunch.

Porto do Cruz .Located at the foot of a Rock called Penha d´Aguia. Its name comes from the “Cruz” (cross ), the explores placed on the bay. Once used by people as a port (Porto).The only running sugar mill on the north coast is located in this village. Its brick chimney stands up high in the village It has a beautiful sea promenade.


Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Ponta de Sao Lourenco, Baia da Abra, Machico, Madeira Portugal

The eastern side of Machico bay is dominated by Pico do Facho, a 320 mts high peak named after the beacon (facho) that used to be lit here to warn residents of approaching pirates.

Your last stop is in “Ponta de São Lourenço”,the most eastern point of the island. The area around Caniçal and Sao Lorenço has similar climate to that of the island of Porto Santo. It is noticeable that the natural vegetation is different here. The north and south coast can be seen simultaneously. On a clear day Porto Santo can also be seen. Beautiful rock formation can be found in this region.

Duration: 40 minutes

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Included
  • Professional guide
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off ( Free for hotels in Funchal)
  • Entry/Admission - Sao Vicente Caves
Not included
  • Does not include pickup from the Cruise Ship Port (requires extra fee of €5 pp)
  • Entry/Admission - Piscinas Ponta Delgada
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Features
Tourism
80%
Original
50%
Cultural
45%
Aquatic
30%
Reviews
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Chris C
5 | 2018-03-28

Good day out and great sights.

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