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Porto da Cruz Santana MADEIR A Encumeada Curral das Freiras Funchal Ilha Pico Ruivo Ponta de Sao Lourenco Machico
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Cultural Discovery
Nature & Wildlife
Madeira 8 days Trip Code: XMD
Levadas of Madeira
Walk through Portugal's rugged flower island · Make dramatic ascents along the old levada paths · Uncover picturesque fishing villages and historic Funchal
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Set off on a week's varied walking on the beautiful and dramatic Atlantic island of Madeira. Although relatively small, Madeira packs a lot of punch. From the stunning coastal cliffs of the north to the hidden valleys of the interior and the peak of Pico Ruivo - this little island is full of surprises. You'll explore on foot using the amazing network of levadas (irrigation channels) passing by wonderful scenery and an abundance of unique semi-tropical flora.
2012
Sat 11 Feb - Sat 18 Feb Sat 18 Feb - Sat 25 Feb Sat 25 Feb - Sat 3 Mar Sat 10 Mar - Sat 17 Mar Sat 31 Mar - Sat 7 Apr Sat 7 Apr - Sat 14 Apr Sat 21 Apr - Sat 28 Apr Sat 26 May - Sat 2 Jun Sat 1 Sep - Sat 8 Sep Sat 22 Sep - Sat 29 Sep Sat 29 Sep - Sat 6 Oct Sat 13 Oct - Sat 20 Oct Sat 20 Oct - Sat 27 Oct Sat 27 Oct - Sat 3 Nov Sat 29 Dec - Sat 5 Jan
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Itinerary
Day 1 Fly to Funchal; short transfer to Day 2 Ponta de Sao Lourenco Walk along the Ponta de Sao Lourenco. Wildflowers and rocks characterise the landscape. This is a classic walk, hard but with wonderful scenery, where you can only hear yourself and the sea. Day 3 South Side Walking Walk on the southern side of Madeira and end, after a scenic stretch along a cliff trail, on the north coast. Set off along the little Levada do Caniçal, climb up to the cliffs at Boca do Risco and along to Porto da Cruz. Day 4 Levada do Caldeirao Verde
Transfer from Santana and then on to Queimadas (natural park) and walk along your hotel in Machico Levada do Caldeirao Verde. Finish this walk at the isolated village of Ilha. Day 5 Pico Ruivo Today you ascend the island's highest mountain, Pico Ruivo (1862m). The descent follows a spectacular ridge via Torrinhas Pass and over the saddle of Pico do Jorge to Encumeada. Day 6 Pico Grande From Encumeada you walk through woods of chestnut and eucalyptus and then traverse below the rocky escarpment of Pico Grande, enjoying views to the south and back to the west. Day 7 Free day Free day to explore Funchal, the capital of the Madeira Islands. The city is easily explored on foot, and there are many sights worth visiting Day 8 Fly home.
Essentials
Moderate walking, much alongside levadas with the odd strenuous ascent and descent. Maximum height 1,862m. A head for heights is essential and a reasonable level of fitness is required to get the most out of the holiday. Activities Walking/hiking Transport Minibus, local bus, on foot Accommodation Hotels (7nts) Meals included 7 breakfasts
£779 £769 £769 £769 £779 £799 £799 £799 £769 £769 £769 £769 £779 £769 £849
£549 £549 £549 £549 £549 £549 £549 £549 £549 £549 £549 £549 £549 £549 £549
All elements in the itinerary are included, unless otherwise stated. Prices are per person and subject to change (see Booking Conditions p194). Single room option not available. For insurance details see p193. Flights Direct flights with TAP Air Portugal from London. Flight schedules and preferred airlines can change.
Ribeira Brava Average Daily Max Temp °C 25 20 15 10 5 0 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 5 5 6 6 6 6 8 8 7 6 5 5 Average Daily Hours of Sunshine Average Monthly Rainfall (mm) 120 100 80 60 40 20 0
For more information call 0845 004 5023 or visit adventurecompany.co.uk/XMD
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