Madeira Cruise Guide... Port tips, how to get to Funchal, Attractions, Sights and Restaurants!
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- čas přidán 1. 06. 2024
- Cruising to Madeira? You will dock in Funchal, and we have a full Guide on what should you see, and how to get there. It's a fascinating island, and so needs some planning on how to get the most out of your visit. We walk you round a sample itinerary, and suggestions including all of the following: the cable car to Monte, the toboggan sleigh ride, the botanical gardens, shopping, the markets, afternoon tea, and a Madeira Wine tour.
TIPS valid for all cruise lines : P&O, Princess, Cunard, Royal Caribbean, NCL Norwegian Cruise lines, Celebrity, Marella, TUI, Virgin, Oceania, MSC, Ambassador
It's blessed with an incredible Mediterranean climate. Madeira island offers tourists a diverse range of activities, from hiking and water sports to cultural and culinary experiences, set against a stunning natural backdrop of rugged coastline, lush forests, and towering peaks, all within a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Additionally, the island is renowned for its world-famous Madeira wine, volcanic style mountains cable car to Monte,adrenalin toboggan ride down the hill, Cristiano Ronaldo museum, cafes, nats, and restaurants, and vibrant festivals.
We visited with P&O Azura, and did a self tour. We saw:
Cristiano Ronaldo statue and museum
The cable car to Monte
The sleigh toboggan rides
Downtown
Blandy's wine lodge
Madeira Rum House
Rua da Santa Maria
Mercado dos Lavradores
Ritz Hotel Madeira
Belmond Reid's Palace
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:07 Arrival in Funchal port
02:07 Cable Car to Monte
02:49 Toboggan from Monte
04:25 Rum House
04:50 Colourful markets of Funchal
05:31 A fun street
05:53 The Ritz in Funchal
06:22 Belmond Reid Palace Hotel
06:51 Blandy's wine Lodge Madeira
07:17 Should you to Funchal?
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Brilliant thanks, we are going April 25, can't wait
Have a fantastic time! Which ship are you on?
@ritzytravelguide Britannia, its our 2nd po cruise 🛳 😊
@none7574 Britannia has just been modernised and upgraded a little in dry dock, so good timing!
@@ritzytravelguide awesome thanks very much 😀
T-H-E most important thing about Madeira, Funchal IS it's FLOWER FESTIVAL around the first and second weeks in May. It is not to be missed. I just happened to be there about 10 years ago, from a cruise port, on a time they were having such, and since then I purposedly look for cruises that stop there then. I will be there in the Royal Caribbean Anthem May 4 & 5, and CANNOT wait!
Thank you very much, I was not aware of this
Thanks 👍
Welcome 👍
It's not known as the island of eternal spring.
It is known as the pearl of the Atlantic!
Hi - would you recommend a tour from the ship that includes the cable car/toboggan and Madeira tasting or would you do it independently? Thanks
Hi, we organised ours independently, so we could control how we did it, but if the ship also does it, no problem. Ships tours are generally about 50% more expensive... but for some the ease, and peace of mind is worth it.
Hello can you tell me if I can reach the cable car by foot from the port? And the toboggan ride ?
Hi, the cable car is a gentle stroll from the port. We walked from the ship. The toboggan is at the top of the cable car, just a few minutes walk.
Toboggan price for 2 people has increased to €35 as per late October 2023, quickly putting it on course to become another tourist trap. CR7 museum a relative 'bargain' at €5 pp.
Wow, those prices are going up. Thanks for letting us know
Hi, I am booked on Azura, P&O for October 2025 with a toddler and baby. We are stopping here. I never seen one child or baby in your video but worried I've made the wrong decision booking this cruise.
Hi there, P&O, and indeed the Azura does frequently take children. Though in October there may well be less in board, as that is term time.