8-Day Madeira Honeymoon Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Funchal, the Capital City
    30 minutes (13.6 km) from Madeira Airport

    Begin your honeymoon in the charming capital city of Funchal. Visit the impressive Funchal Cathedral, wander along the promenade and explore the Old Town.

  2. Day 2: East Coast Adventure
    1 hour (54.6 km) from Funchal

    Head east to explore the natural beauty of Madeira. Stop off at the Machico for the secluded beach and scenic views from Pico de Facho.

  3. Day 3: Levadas and Waterfalls
    50 minutes (27.7 km) from Funchal

    Embark on a stunning hike along the Rabaçal levada to see an array of waterfalls and catch picturesque views across the island.

  4. Day 4: West Coast Charm
    1 hour 15 minutes (43.4 km) from Funchal

    Relax and rejuvenate on the famous Porto Santo Beach, and stop off at the scenic fishing village of Câmara de Lobos for some romantic sunset shots.

  5. Day 5: Botanical Gardens and Wine Tasting
    20 minutes (5.5 km) from Funchal

    Visit the beautiful Botanical Gardens and sample some of Madeira's famous fortified wines at the family-owned Blandy's Wine Lodge.

  6. Day 6: Santana and Faial
    50 minutes (34 km) from Funchal

    Explore the quaint village of Santana, known for its adorable traditional houses with thatched roofs, and hike to the Pico Ruivo do Paul da Serra for breathtaking views across the island.

  7. Day 7: Bays and Beaches
    1 hour 15 minutes (71 km) from Funchal

    Visit Calheta Beach and explore the charming village of Ponta do Sol for a romantic sunset dinner at Estalagem Da Ponta Do Sol.

  8. Day 8: Departure Day
    30 minutes (15.5 km) from Funchal

    Depart from Madeira with a lasting love and memories of your dream honeymoon.

Time and Cost estimates

  • Funchal Cathedral (30 minutes, free)
  • Old Town (1 hour, free)
  • Pico de Facho (1 hour, free)
  • Rabaçal levada (3 hours, free)
  • Porto Santo Beach (1 day, free)
  • Câmara de Lobos (1 hour, free)
  • Botanical Gardens (2 hours, €5 entrance fee)
  • Blandy's Wine Lodge (1 hour, €7.50 for a guided tour and wine tasting)
  • Santana (1 hour, free)
  • Pico Ruivo do Paul da Serra hike (4 hours, free)
  • Calheta Beach (1 day, free)
  • Ponta do Sol (1 hour, free)
  • Estalagem Da Ponta Do Sol (2 hours, €35 per person for a dinner)

  • Total Estimated Costs: €60 per person

Useful tips

Consider adding an extra day for a relaxing spa treatment at Choupana Hills Resort & Spa, or an adrenaline-pumping canyoning experience. If you have less time, you could skip the east or west coast exploration, but we recommend taking at least 6 days to fully enjoy Madeira's beauty.

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