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View down over hydrangeas to Porto da Cruz, the Eagle Rock and the sea

Madeira Loop Tour

Beautiful flowers and coast

8 Days / 7 Nights
Athletic
173  kg
CO₂-Emissions get compensated
View down over hydrangeas to Porto da Cruz, the Eagle Rock and the sea

Lush, green meadows as far as the eye can see, the deep blue Atlantic glinting in the distance: welcome to the flower island of Madeira! The week of cycling on the Atlantic island is one for experienced cyclists. Over seven days you cycle almost all around Madeira and get to know both the island coast and countryside. By the way, Madeira is a destination for cyclists in almost every season: from February to December the temperatures are mild, so you can take a little break even in winter!

São Vicente, Funchal, Porto Moniz or Calheta – these names sound like music to the ears! The towns on the Portuguese island of Madeira radiate a lively, cosy atmosphere and bring a touch of the exotic to your cycling holiday. On the five daily stages, you can also immerse yourself in the colourful world of flowers in Madeira and catch wonderful panoramic views of the cliffs.

  • Attractive year-round destination: Madeira has mild temperatures almost all year round – from February to December. This not only benefits the flora, but also you on a cycling holiday!
  • Colourful natural spectacle: Madeira is known all over the world for its lush, evergreen vegetation. The exotic flora is responsible for the nickname ‘flower island’.
  • Natural swimming pools in Porto Moniz: The lava stone swimming pools are a truly impressive natural spectacle!
  • Bus transfers for the steep climbs: The often very steep stages such as in Caniço, Porto da Cruz or Sao Vincenta are covered by bus – transfer included!
  • Cable car to Monte: On the last day, enjoy bike-free time in the island capital of Funchal with a cable car trip to Monte and the tropical garden Jardim Tropical.

The eight-day cycling adventure on the Atlantic island begins in Caniço. Over the next few days, about 195 kilometres by bike and an infinite number of impressive landscapes are ahead of you! The daily tours run along low-traffic side roads and are between 25 and 50 kilometres long. The most difficult climbs are bridged by bus transfer, but you should expect some steep sections and descents. Good physical condition and experience are an advantage.

Madeira – a year-round destination for cyclists and wonderfully easy to cycle thanks to Eurobike. Book your next cycling holiday now!

Itinerary at a glance

The flower island Madeira convinces almost all year round with ideal cycling weather, colourful vegetation as well as the picturesque scenery. Dive into the lava rock pools near Porto Moniz and take the cable car from Funchal to Monte.

Enjoy all of your hotels facilities today already. It is located right by the beach so the sea is calling you too! In the evening welcome briefing by your tour representative.

Hotel (example): Four Views Oásis

In the morning there is the transfer to Camacha, where your rental bikes will be fitted. This village is famous for its basket making. This practical souvenir is of course offered directly from the producers. You will cycle on a lovely high road right towards the East Coast. Enjoy the beautiful views on the way to the little fishing village, Porto da Cruz. Relax here on the beach made out of volcano sand or visit one of the last working sugar cane mills. 

Hotel (example): Vila Bela

A long, steep ascent will be bridged by bus this morning. In Santana you will start your cycle tour. Beforehand you should however visit the true Madeiran landmark. The traditional, thatched farmhouses have been lovingly restored here. The cycle route goes along a beautiful road through small, charming villages whilst always running along the length of the East Coast until you get to São Vicente. The village, named after Saint Vincent, is located right by the sea. It is however well-known for its 400,000-year-old grottoes.

Hotel (example): Estalagem do Mar

To begin with, you go in the mountains today! A transfer will take you to the high plateau Paúl da Serra. From here, you get on your bike and follow the high road past grazing cows and sheep. A long descent will then lead you to the West Coast of the island. Before you get to Porto Moniz, a spectacular view will leave you breathless. Where you are staying tonight is well-known for its natural swimming pools. The sea formed small and large pools, which are popular places to swim by both locals and tourists.

Hotel (example): Aqua Natura Bay

Today’s stage takes you along the West Coast and right through the UNESCO world heritage site in Madeira. You will cycle through fragrant forests and through small villages and you will always be accompanied by spectacular views of the below lying sea. After every curve you get a new great photo shot. In the lively village Calheta, it was not only the yacht harbour that was rebuilt. For the artificial beach, sand was especially imported from Morocco. The former sugar cane village has become a popular place for locals to meet.

Hotel (example): Savoy Beach

For the first third of today‘s stage, you will cycle directly along the waterside towards the capital. From Ribeira Brava the route takes you up hill away from the coast and then you will reach the very spectacular view point on the island. At Cabo Girao, a transparent platform was built 580m above the sea. The view down over the highest cliffs in Europe is dizzying. A long descent will then bring you back to the coast and then into the centre of Funchal. Colourful and lively are two strong impressions you will get from the capital of this island.

Hotel (example): Four Views Baía

The cable car will take you on your bike free day to the popular destination of Monte. Previously a noble health resort with grand quintas, this area offers many possibilities nowadays for an interesting day.  You can visit the pilgrimage church Nossa Senhora do Monte do Monte and the tropical garden Jardim Tropical Monte Palace. You could also go for a lovely walk along the famous waterway, the “Levadas”. The rapid ride to the valley is nevertheless spectacular wits one of the fantastic wicker sledges. You will see that Madeira also isn’t boring without a bike…

Hotel (example): Four Views Baía

Day
08
Departure or extension

Difficulty level

Athletic

Very quiet roads will lead you around this island. You will only cycle on busier roads for very short sections. The steepest and longest ascents will be bridged with transfers. Nevertheless, there are several longer ascents to deal with each day. Due to the topography and also the longer and sometimes steep hills we recommend that you should have good fitness and good confidence on a bike.

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Prices per person in EUR

Sustainably on the go

Offsetting your carbon footprint

173 kg
CO₂-Emissions get compensated
The total value of all emissions per travel and per person is carefully tracked using the CO2 calculator 'Carmacal,' which was specifically developed for tour operators. The individual components that make up this value are shown in the diagram. The overall impact is contributed to by accommodations, luggage transport, on-site catering, and activities, and it is fully offset through our climate protection projects.
Accommodation (65%)
Catering (19%)
Transport (14%)
Activities (2%)
100%

Our rental bikes

Eurobike Men's Rental Bike with 21 gears
Men's bike 21-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality men's touring bike with classic diamond frame

Body size approx. 165 cm - 205 cm

56-51 "sloping" cm |
60 cm |
64 cm
Eurobike unisex rental bike with 21 gears
Unisex bike 21/24-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 190 cm

43 cm |
46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm
Eurobike e-bike rental from KTM
Unisex Electro bike 8-speed
Hub gears

High-quality unisex electric bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 195 cm

46 cm "xs" |
46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm
Eurobike Rental Bike PLUS
Rental Bike PLUS 20/27-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

Sportier, lighter and more precise premium rental bike with diamond frame

Body size approx. 155 cm - 205 cm

46 cm |
50 cm |
51 cm |
55 cm |
60 cm |
63 cm

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in 4****-hotels, 1x 2**-hotel directly by the sea
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Luggage transfer
  • EUROBIKE developed route
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English, French)
  • Bus transfers Canico – Camacha, Porto da Cruz – Santana and Sao Vicente – Rocha Negra incl. your bike
  • 1 Cable car return journey Funchal – Monte
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Half-board evening meal served in several courses
  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance

Arrival / Parking/ Departure

  • Funchal airport

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price!
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

Join us in achieving greater sustainability by choosing our digital route book, rather than the printed version. As a small thank you we will give you a discount of €20 per room.

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in 4****-hotels, 1x 2**-hotel directly by the sea
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Luggage transfer
  • EUROBIKE developed route
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English, French)
  • Bus transfers Canico – Camacha, Porto da Cruz – Santana and Sao Vicente – Rocha Negra incl. your bike
  • 1 Cable car return journey Funchal – Monte
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Half-board evening meal served in several courses
  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance

Arrival / Parking/ Departure

  • Funchal airport

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price!
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

Join us in achieving greater sustainability by choosing our digital route book, rather than the printed version. As a small thank you we will give you a discount of €20 per room.

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