9 days in Madeira Itinerary

The capital of the island of Madeira for more than 500 years, Funchal represents a laid-back city made popular by its historical sites and climate.

Explore Funchal's surroundings by going to Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools (in Porto Moniz) and Canical (Miradouro da Ponta do Rosto & Ponta de Sao Lourenco). Spend the 23rd (Thu) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. There's much more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Cabo Girao, see Off-Road Tours, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Pico do Arieiro, and take in nature's colorful creations at Monte Palace Madeira.

For where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Funchal route builder site.

London, UK to Funchal is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. When traveling from London in February, plan for a bit warmer days in Funchal, with highs around 21°C, while nights are much hotter with lows around 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight back home.