Cycling in Madeira

Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

An eight day, self-guided cycling holiday that follows a coastal circuit of Madeira, travelling in an anti-clockwise direction starting in Caniço and ending in the capital, Funchal. Stay in small, traditional Madeiran hotels, and have your luggage transferred for you, as you enjoy coastal trails, Madeiran culture and traditional villages. Swim in the island’s famous natural pools, explore São Vicente’s ancient caves and grottoes and cycle along tranquil, forested trails of the west. Although there are some mountainous ascents on this holiday, there is also an option to rent an e-bike.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival in Caniço

Arrival in Caniço

Day 2: Caniço – Camacha – Porto da Cruz

25 km 0 m

D1

Caniço – Camacha – Porto da Cruz

Day 3: Porto da Cruz – Santana – São Vicente

40 km 0 m

D1

Porto da Cruz – Santana – São Vicente

Day 4: São Vicente – Rocha Negra – Porto Moniz

35 km 0 m

D1

São Vicente – Rocha Negra – Porto Moniz

Day 5: Porto Moniz – Estreito da Calheta

45 km 0 m

D1

Porto Moniz – Estreito da Calheta

Day 6: Estreito da Calheta – Funchal

50 km 0 m

D1

Estreito da Calheta – Funchal

Day 7: Funchal - Monte - Funchal

Funchal - Monte - Funchal

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Madeira

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