Funchal
The great Portuguese poet, playwright and author, Júlio Dinis famously described Funchal as; “The sea on one side, the mountains on the other, and between these two majestic splendours, the city smiles like a child sleeping, safe and warm, between its parents”.
A beautiful Mediterranean haven and the very soul of PortugalThe great Portuguese poet, playwright and author, Júlio Dinis famously described Funchal as; “The sea on one side, the mountains on the other, and between these two majestic splendours, the city smiles like a child sleeping, safe and warm, between its parents”.We can’t think of a prettier and more inviting introduction to this beautiful Mediterranean haven.
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Directions
The port is a 20-minute slightly uphill walk from the town centre. A taxi service is available from the dockside to the town centre.
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FUN01GC - PICO DOS BARCELOS (approx. 3.5 hours) - 2011/2012
This scenic tour takes in the local sugar cane fields and stops at the town of Pico dos Barcelos from where we can admire breathtaking views over the island of Madeira. Continue to Monte and visit to “Nossa Senora da Monte” church. We will indulge in the fun local past-time of toboggan riding as we take ride in a wicker chariot through the streets ! The pace changes at Livramento point where we will visit an embroidery factory. During the tour you will have the chance to sample some of the local Madeira liqueurs.
Please note: the toboggan station may be crowded and it may be necessary to wait and/or queue before getting in.
Price per person Starting from: £40.00 Adults £28.00 Children
FUN02GC - FAJAL (full day, lunch included) - 2011/2012
We will drive to Terreiro de Luta, Poiso and Pico de Areeiro to admire the breathtaking views. The excursion continues with a visit to a local trout farm in Ribeiro Frio and a scenic coach tour through sugar cane plantations up to Fajal. Our trip will continue in Machico, a typical fishing village, before stopping for wine-tasting in Portela. Lunch included.
Price per person Starting from: £77.00 Adults £54.00 Children
FUN03GC - EIRA DO SERRADO, MONTE & CABLE CAR ( approx. 4 hours) - 2011/2012 
Bus transfer to Eira do Serrado, perched 1026 metres above sea level with a short stop to look around. We will continue to the town of Monte to visit the “Nossa Senora da Monte” Church and its beautiful gardens, typical of the lush vegetation that thrives in Madeira’s microclimate. Have cameras at the ready as we take the cable car from Monte up to Funchal to admire the breathtaking view. Free time for shopping and a visit to a local embroidery factory. Wine tasting aslo included.
Price per person Starting from: £40.00 Adults £28.00 Children
FUN04GC - CABO GIRAO & RIBEIRA BRAVA (approx. 4 hours) - 2011/2012 Transfer to “Pico da Torre” for a panoramic visit and then continue to Cabo Girao, one of the highest cliffs of the world where you will have a taste of a local drink and admire the scenery from the viewpoint. Then continue on a 1 hour drive to Ribeira Brava to visit this enchanting village.
Price per person Starting from: £32.00 Adults £22.00 Children
FUN05GC - DISCOVERING FUNCHAL (approx. 4 hours) - 2011/2012
Leave the vessel for a transfer to the town of Monte where we will visit the church of “Nossa Senora da Monte”. Continue by cable car to the famous Botanical Gardens where the lush island vegetation can be seen in all its glory. Your tour will continue at the local produce market and we will also have time to visit an embroidery factory.
Price per person Starting from: £40.00 Adults £28.00 Children
The excursions in the programme above are intended to provide MSC Guests with an idea of the different tours that can be arranged in each port of call; this programme is merely a guide and confirmation of each excursion and its description and prices will be made during your cruise. Full information can be found in the onboard Tour Magazine
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