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Botanical Garden & Funchal Old Town Private Tuk Tuk Tour

1. Botanical Garden & Funchal Old Town Private Tuk Tuk Tour

Discover one of the most beautiful gardens on Madeira Island and the old town of Funchal city, on a ride that will take approximately 1h30m. Right after being picked up, the trip will start at the Old Town and continue its route into the beautiful Botanical Garden of Funchal. The Old Town, locally known as “Zona Velha”, is one of the most touristy areas of Funchal city, because of its picturesque cobblestone streets and the unique facades of the buildings. Streets are filled with great historical value, with buildings like “Corpo Santo Chapel” that have survived since the 15th century. Small and cozy alleys, the Old Town is shouting to be discovered by everyone who chooses to visit it. Expect the unexpected on this trip. After strolling through the colorful and fun streets of Funchal city, this tour will continue its course on one of the most breathtaking places on the entire island. The Botanical Garden, in Bom Sucesso, will provide its visitors with mesmerizing and unique plants and flowers. The garden not only offers and displays a vast collection of indigenous and endemic plants but also offers the opportunity for all its guests to get to know the Museum of Natural History of Madeira Island. “Bom Sucesso Estate”, a manor that houses this wonderful garden, dates back to 1881 and was built by Reid´s family. A one-of-a-kind tuk-tuk tour that can't be skipped by any nature lover, who will find this tour remarkable, and essential. This fun and exciting tour will be guided by a private driver and knowledgeable tour guide, directing, and sharing all sorts of fun and historical facts throughout the entire trip. Strolling and getting to know these places will certainly be an experience to remember. So, dare to discover all of it and so much more in this tuk-tuk ride.

Madeira Island Highlights Private Guided Tour by Tuk-Tuk

2. Madeira Island Highlights Private Guided Tour by Tuk-Tuk

Have you ever wanted to go on a tuk-tuk tour, but wanted something more personalized to your own taste? We present you Myway, a tuk-tuk tour journey in which you can pick not only the unique places you want to visit, but also for how long, and when. How amazing is that? With this service, you will be able to pick from more than 25 unique places, to design your own exclusive tour ride, with one of our storytellers/guides. Whether you wish to visit Monte’s Palace, Cabo Girão Viewpoint, or even of the Cathedral at Funchal, you name it, and we will make it happen. Not only you will be able to get to know some of the most beautiful scenery, the best places, and the most spectacular roads, but we will also provide you with some background history of the places you choose to visit. Plan the itinerary of your dreams when coming to visit Madeira island, just see on the specifications which ones you would wish to see. Bear in mind that if there might be one specific place that isn’t included on our list, describe it to us, to see if it is possible to visit it. Remember, there is no wrong place, there are only a great many possibilities to make this journey a memorable one. Also, there is no losing side to this journey because all places, even the roads to get there, are simply breathtaking. So, dream it, design it, and let us make your dream tuk-tuk tour of your dreams possible. - Funchal Old Town - Câmara de Lobos - Botanical Garden - Palheiro Gardens - Monte Tropical Garden - Monte Toboggans - Nuns Valley - Cabo Girão - Garajau - Pico Areeiro - Cable Cars - Viewpoints & More

Funchal: Palheiro Gardens and Old Town Private Tuk Tuk Tour

3. Funchal: Palheiro Gardens and Old Town Private Tuk Tuk Tour

This tuk-tuk tour was made for those who would like to embrace a bit more of Madeira´s culture and fauna with a twist of being on a fun ride. The Palheiro Gardens tuk-tuk premium tour is recommended for anyone who loves nature, culture, and a good adventure. Commencing this tour at the Old town in Funchal, one of the most touristy areas of the city is covered with interesting stories and welcoming vibes throughout. Streets filled with stories and charm, and buildings that have endured since the 15th century, what´s there not to love? An expert driver/storyteller will be eager to tell all about these stories and mysterious facts about all the places this tour will show. An award-winning garden with a great variety of exotic trees that are eager to be discovered on this invigorating ride. This journey will continue its course all the way up to one of the most gorgeous botanical gardens one can see on the entire island. The gardens at “Quinta do Palheiro” are situated about 500 meters above sea level in the city of Funchal. Palheiro Gardens are famous for their legendary gardens and surroundings, they are open throughout the year to fascinate all its guests. There are tree plantations there with about 200 years old that were planted by the first owner of the Manor House, the Conde de Carvalhal. Nowadays, the Palheiro Gardens include a hotel, a golf course, and the Palheiro Village Florialis orchid nurse. These gardens are praised among one of the most beautiful in the world, this will be a memorable trip from beginning to end. Be prepared to live and experience Funchal´s most beautiful sights and sounds with a dedicated guide in private transportation.

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What people are saying about Zona Velha

Overall rating

4.9 / 5

based on 13 reviews

Oh, the two tuktuk drivers were great. It was very entertaining, entertaining and we still learned something new. We really enjoyed it, just beautiful. Thanks to the nice team.

Amazing tour. Loved every minute and it was a highlight of the visit. The guide was very knowledgeable and flexible to what we wanted to see. Thank you.

Great guide, very knowledgeable! Would highly recommend the trip.