Nun's Valley Open 4X4 Tour
At a glance
Nun's Valley Open 4X4 Tour is a 4h small-group experience in Funchal, Portugal, operated by Green Devil Safari. Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 38 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $57.09 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: maximum 8 persons per vehicle, liability insurance, multilanguage guide.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 16 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h
- Group
- Small group, up to 16 travellers
- Languages
- Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
On this tour, you will visit the interior of Madeira Island, visiting the Curral das Freiras village (Nun's Valley) and Pico Areeiro.
Learn about the history of this places, a reforested area & Paredão viewpoint, great scenery all the time with cliffs, mountains and reaching to the top, the 3rd highest Madeira's peak, at 1818 meters high.
What's included
What's included
- maximum 8 persons per vehicle
- liability insurance
- multilanguage guide
- Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off
- 4x4 tour
Not included
- Gratuities
- pick up outside of Funchal extra fee
- pick up at the cruise dock extra fee
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
this belvedere dates from 1950. At approximately 355 metres above sea level, it offers a panoramic view overlooking Funchal Bay.
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Stop 2 · 10m
Curral das Freiras was the property of a couple that sold this land to the captain of Funchal, João Gonçalves da Câmara. This captain gave the lands to his daughters when they entered the Santa Clara convent (also built by him).
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Stop 3 · 5m
Montado do Paredão an area which was subject to intensive reforestation works.
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Stop 4 · 10m
is Madeira Island's third highest peak.
Most days, visitors can stand and look down on the clouds. The air is fresh and clear and the sun is very bright. On a clear day it is possible to see the neighbouring island of Porto Santo, 30 miles to the northeast. -
Stop 5 · 20m
In 1566 the nuns from the Santa Clara convent fled from pirates attacking Funchal and found seclusion here, where they also brought the convent treasure.
The parish is very isolated, and locals mainly live of what they grow. The local chestnuts are delicious and are used in everyday cooking.
Meeting point
We do the pick up at your hotel / cruise port / holiday house
Good to know
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Nun's Valley Open 4X4 Tour take?
The experience lasts about 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $57.09 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
maximum 8 persons per vehicle; liability insurance; multilanguage guide; Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off; 4x4 tour.
Where does it start?
We do the pick up at your hotel / cruise port / holiday house
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Portuguese, English, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 38 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Funchal.
