Funchal Shore Excursions
Make the most of your port day in Madeira. We've curated the best tours that fit your ship's schedule — from quick 2-hour experiences to full-day adventures. All tours include guaranteed return to ship.
Quick Port Facts
Cruise Terminal Location
Pontinha, 10-minute walk to city center
Typical Port Hours
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (varies by ship)
Annual Cruise Visitors
728,000+ passengers (2024)
2-4 Hour Tours
Perfect for short port calls
Funchal City Walking Tour
Explore Funchal's historic center, markets, and cathedral on foot
Monte Cable Car & Toboggan
Cable car to Monte, tropical gardens, and iconic wicker toboggan ride down
Tuk-Tuk City Tour
Fun guided tour around Funchal's highlights in a colorful tuk-tuk
4-6 Hour Tours
Most popular for cruise passengers
West Island Discovery
Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão skywalk, and banana plantations
East Island Highlights
Santana traditional houses, Ribeiro Frio viewpoint, and laurel forest
Whale & Dolphin Watching
Eco-friendly boat trip to spot marine life - dolphins guaranteed
Wine Tasting Experience
Visit historic cellars and taste world-famous Madeira wines
6-8 Hour Tours
For ships with longer port stays
Complete Island Tour
Full island circuit: Santana, peaks, Câmara de Lobos, and coastal views
Jeep Safari Adventure
Off-road adventure through mountains, forests, and hidden villages
Levada Walk + Village Tour
Easy Levada walk through laurel forest plus traditional village visit
Important for Cruise Passengers
- • Always confirm your ship's departure time and plan to return at least 1 hour early
- • Private tours offer more flexibility and guaranteed return times
- • Weather can change quickly in the mountains — dress in layers
- • Pre-booking is recommended, especially during peak cruise season (Nov-Jan)
Walking Distance from Port
If you prefer to explore independently, here's what you can reach on foot
Funchal Old Town
10-minute walk
Cathedral, museums, painted doors
Mercado dos Lavradores
15-minute walk
Famous farmers' market
Cable Car Station
20-minute walk
To Monte tropical gardens
Blandy's Wine Lodge
12-minute walk
Historic Madeira wine cellars
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Cruise visitors/year
50+
Shore excursions
4.8
Average rating
100%
Return guarantee
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