FULL DAY WINE TOUR
Wednesdays & Fridays
from 09:15 a.m to 5:30 p.m | 185€ per person
Do you know that is the most durable man-made product in the world? Any guesses?
Well, the answer may surprise you… It’s Madeira (fortified) wine, with more than 500 years old and as famous as (or even more than) Madeira Island. Despite being famous for its fortified wine, Madeira also produces young still wines.
Wine, like life, is meant to be enjoyed, so what’s better than a day around the island enjoying Madeira ́s wines? We ́ll experience a more intimate approach of the island, it ́s vineyards and wine producers, in a group of no more than 12 people.
For over 5 centuries, Madeira wine ́s popularity spans all over the world, so much that most people know the wine better than they know the island. Yes, Madeira is well known for its fortified wine, but did you know the island also produces still wines?
Over the course of your day with us, you will not only taste Madeira wine (our famous fortified wine) and our young still wines (white and red) but also take part on a journey through the wine-making process from the vineyards to the glass of wine.
But our Full Day Wine Tour is also a tour around our island, so you will have the opportunity to admire the amazing landscapes of South and North Coast, passing through our UNESCO classified World Heritage Laurissilva forest and get to know the populations of Estreito de Câmara de Lobos, São Vicente and Seixal.
You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy a wine tour and some wine and that certainly helps… Join us and discover what makes our wines so special!
Book a full day Madeira Wine Tour and receive a promo code with a 20% discount on the Food & Wine walking tour in Funchal
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Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at 1 week in advance of the start date of the experience.
What you can expect
Over the course of the day with us, aside from tasting a variety of island produced wines we´ll take part on a journey through the wine-making process starting from the vineyards right to the glass of wine.
After all pick-ups, we begin our day in the heart of Funchal at the one of the oldest and main Madeira Wine producers in the Island. This family of English origin has owned this prestigious wine house for over 2 centuries and even today the younger generations maintain the tradition. We will tour their cellars and learn all about the wine making process followed by a tasting of 2 Madeira Fortified Wines.
After savouring our island´s fortified pride, we´ll leave Funchal and travel to the northern coast to the municipality of São Vicente, the second largest grape growing county in Madeira.
It is here in São Vicente where our next breath-taking stop is. A wine producer consisting of vineyards of various grape varieties. Since 2006, this wine producer produces white, rosé and red wines. Although the Verdelho (high quality white wine) is the most important of this variety, the demand for their red wine has also increased.
Indulge in a typical lunch (beef on laurel skewers) served among a vineyard (most likely prepared by the producer himself), harmonized with several still wines produced at the vineyard and with a jaw-dropping view.
After lunch, we’ll visit a breathtaking viewpoint, offering stunning panoramas of the surrounding landscape—a perfect spot for photos and to soak in the beauty of Madeira.
Time and wine flies when you are having a good time. The time has come to return to the south coast, however, before we head back to Funchal we will make a last stop at a Madeira Wine producer located in Estreito Câmara de Lobos where we will taste some very special fortified Madeira Wines. This family was established in 1949, and, since then has continuously been managed by family. The quality of their wines has gained an outstanding reputation amongst consumers thus strengthening their image within the international market.
Inclusions
– Typical Lunch
– Madeira wine tastings
– Madeira table wine tastings
– Local guide
– Pick-up and drop-off in Funchal area
Exclusions
– Additional drinks (available to purchase)
– Pick-up and Drop-off outside of Funchal
Additional info
– All sessions are in English (unless if in private)
– Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
Target audience
– Wine Enthusiasts
– Everyone who wants to spend a relaxed day outside of the city
– Everyone interested in knowing about Madeira Wine.
Highlights
• WINE TASTINGS
• VISITS TO PRODUCERS
• TYPICAL LUNCH
• SMALL GROUPS
Meeting point
If you are staying in Funchal we will pick you up at the hotel. You just need to email us with the name of the hotel you are staying. If not, the meeting point is at:
Blandy’s Wine Lodges (Avenida Arriaga 28, 9000-064 Funchal) at 9:15am. The tour starts at 9:30am (Attendance 15 minutes earlier is required).
Having trouble in finding us?
Contact us directly at (+351) 911 911 711
Or book your tour at:
SOU. authentic Madeira
Rua de Santa Maria nº63
9060-291 Funchal
What our customers say about us
Wonderful, unique view of Madeira and Madeira wine
Wonderful, unique view of Madeira and Madeira wine
My mum and I had a lovely time on this tour – we really enjoyed seeing the island with its many vistas and versions of wine. A short tour along a levada, several wineries, and some gorgeous views later, and we are much better for having had this experience.
Katie K.
★★★★★, Highly rated on TripAdvisor (see more)
Enjoyable Day
We decided to book the food and wine walking tour and we were glad we did. Our guide Sophia is, as she calls it, a great storyteller. She was able to take us to places that were well off the beaten path.
The food is traditional Madeiran, if you don’t like fish or fruit, it might not be for you. The wines (and one beer) were all delicious.
This does involve a bit of walking, but nothing overly strenuous. Our group was six, but the maximum is 10, so expect an intimate experience. Make sure you save room for the cheesecake at the last stop, it was my favorite part.
Overall, this is a great value for the money.
chrisv4457 – Watertown, Massachusetts
★★★★★, Highly rated on TripAdvisor (see more)
Highly recommended
Fabulous day out – picked up from our hotel with a group of 9 in total and looked after by the lovely Sophia . I won’t go into too much detail of the itinerary as I think that spoils it but you can look forward to ample wine tastings – an insight into the history of Madeira wine making -a tour of the islands stunning scenery and the highlight for me was the food and hospitality provided at real Madeira homes.
pippa2408 – Huddersfield, United Kingdom
★★★★★, Highly rated on TripAdvisor (see more)
