Nun's Valley Tour
Nun's Valley Tour
Discover the secluded beauty of Madeira's mountainous heart with a half-day tour to Curral das Freiras. Nestled in a deep valley surrounded by towering peaks, this route showcases breathtaking viewpoints and rich island history — from military fortresses to nun hideaways. All tours are private and not mixed with any other group.
Please be ready at the pickup point 15 minutes before the scheduled time. Also, the pickup outside of Funchal, Caniço and Camara de Lobos will incur an additional fee.
Tour details
The routes are only suggestions, and the duration at each stop may vary depending on how long clients choose to stay. We don’t limit the time—it’s up to each client.
Tour highlights
Pico dos Barcelos Viewpoint
Located at 355 meters in the Santo António parish, this urban viewpoint offers sweeping views over Funchal's bay and the Desertas Islands.
Eira do Serrado Viewpoint
Towering at 1,095 meters, this viewpoint offers a dramatic overlook into the Curral das Freiras valley, embraced by central Madeira's peaks.
Curral das Freiras
Hidden in a volcanic valley, this village was once a refuge for nuns fleeing pirate attacks. Today, it's famous for chestnuts, sweets, and serenity.
Cabo Girão
Soaring 580 metres above sea level, Cabo Girão is the highest sea cliff in Europe, offering breathtaking Atlantic views and a thrilling glass-floored skywalk that lets you peer straight down the towering cliff face.
Câmara de Lobos
A charming fishing village on Madeira's south coast, famous for its colorful boats and picturesque bay — once the landing point of Madeira's first settlers and the inspiration for Winston Churchill's paintings.