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Christmas in Madeira
8 days from £979
Funchal
" Includes a tour of Funchal " 5-star hotel upgrade option " 7 nights half board " Superb choice of optional excursions
Botanical Gardens
Included excursion
" Funchal
Optional excursions
" Island tour " Crater & Toboggan " Levada Walk & Camacha " Folklore evening
Marvel at towering volcanic mountains, lush tropical gardens and colonial-style houses, and discover a wealth of flora unsurpassed anywhere in the world. The beautiful island of Madeira makes for an unforgettable Christmas holiday destination.
ItInerary 22 December UK/Funchal Fly from a choice of regional airports to Funchal and transfer to your hotel for a seven-night stay. A busy port exporting wines, fish, and fruit, Funchal is best known for its beautiful setting and climate. The city is easily explored on foot, and you may like to visit the late 15th-century cathedral and convent church containing the tomb of the citys founder. 23-28 December madeira There are endless delights just waiting to be discovered on this welcoming island. Why not begin with a gentle stroll through Funchals lovely cobbled streets of whitewashed houses, with their characteristic red roofs and distinctly Portuguese flavour? Relax for a while in one of the pavement cafes overlooking the picturesque harbour or wander through the areas amazing gardens. We have included an introductory tour of Funchal exploring the citys old quarter, including a visit to the Botanical Gardens and an embroidery factory as well as the opportunity to sample the famous Madeira wine. On Christmas Eve, you will be treated to a festive dinner, with wine and coffee, at your hotel. When you are ready to venture further afield a range of optional excursions is available, including: Island tour This full-day tour, including lunch, will show you the real beauty of the island from the natural park of Ribeiro Frio to the waterfalls of Sao Vicente and the volcanic rock pools at Porto Moniz. crater & toboggan Take a half-day excursion to see the crater of an extinct volcano at Nuns Valley. You continue to the village of Monte for the chance to take an exhilarating toboggan ride down the steep three-mile hill to Funchal below. The traditional wicker toboggans are pushed by two men who use the rubber soles of their boots as a brake! Levada Walk & camacha Enjoy beautiful scenery and magnificent views as you walk along the islands water channels, knowns as levadas, which were created to bring water from the highlands to the lower regions. We also visit the wickerwork centre at Camacha. The walk takes approximately two hours. Folklore evening We are treated to a demonstration of Madeiran folk dancing while enjoying a delicious dinner in a local restaurant. 29 December Funchal/UK We transfer to the airport for the homeward flight. yoUr hoteL hotel Pestana bay (4-star), 7 nights half board. With a magnificent view over the Atlantic Ocean and direct access to the beach, the hotel offers a restaurant with a spectacular view of the ocean; a bar with live music every night; and a pool bar serving a selection of tropical drinks. Guests may like to enjoy the freshwater swimming pool with separate Jacuzzi, games room, sauna and solarium. The hotel also provides a free transport service into the centre of Funchal approximately four miles away, where you will find dozens of bars and restaurants. All rooms have a kitchenette, ocean view and balcony and a direct dial telephone. Safety deposit boxes can be hired for a small charge. 5-star UPgraDe Why not make your holiday even more special by opting to stay at the 5-star Hotel Pestana Casino Park? Located just five minutes walk from the centre of Funchal, the hotel is situated on a cliff top with wonderful views across Funchal Bay. In the hotel you will find an open-air pool, tennis courts and a health and fitness centre. There are three restaurants and three bars. All guest rooms in this elegant hotel are equipped with private facilities, a balcony and TV. A supplement will be payable for rooms with a partial sea view.
Meal arrangements Also included
7 nights half board including a festive dinner on Christmas Eve
" The services of an English-speaking
local representative
Departure Date & Prices
Holiday Number: exPtmaD 2008
22 December Price Per Person £979
Deposit £100 per person Prices are based on the shared occupancy of twin or double rooms with private facilities.
supplements per person
Single rooms £115 (Hotel Pestana Bay) Single rooms £130 (Hotel Pestana Casino Park) 5 Star hotel upgrade to Hotel Pestana Casino Park £175 Partial sea view at Hotel Pestana Casino Park £85 Holiday Insurance please see page 98 Please see pages 94-96 for details of items not included in the holiday price and our price policy. Chartered flights by First Choice Airways between London gatwick and Funchal; departing at 0755h and arriving back at 1625h.
Travel Arrangements
also fly from
You can also fly to your destination from the following airports at the supplement shown below (per person). birmingham east midlands manchester bristol £nIL £nIL £nIL £29 cardiff exeter glasgow £29 £29 £29
Regional connecting flights to London also available Please see page 5 for details. For details of airlines and approximate flight timings please see page 97.
transfers
Transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 30 minutes.
make your own way
Save £150. Please see page 5 for further details.
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