Church of Our Lady of Monte (Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Monte) Tours and Activities

Head beyond Funchal city limits, and explore some of Madeira’s most dramatic scenery, on this full-day Jeep tour. Depart from your hotel, and travel with just a small group for company. You’ll head to the Pico do Arieiro (Madeira’s third-highest peak), will explore the island’s UNESCO-listed Laurissilva Forest, will tour the Village de Santana (known for its traditional straw dwellings), enjoy seaside views from the Ponta de São Lourenço, and more.

Discover Funchal’s highlights on this private tour. It’s an ideal choice for visitors with limited time in Madeira’s capital. Choose a morning or afternoon departure, and take the stress out of transport planning, as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. You can customize your tour based on your interests, and options include Garajau, Camara de Lobos, and Nossa Senhora do Monte. Adventurous travelers can try a wooden basket ride. 

The lush landscapes are one of the largest tourist islands in Madeira. Incredible scenery awakens the senses and leaves a permanent mark, no matter what time of year you come to visit us. With such diverse and magnificent natural spaces, you can choose a quieter activity or awaken your adrenaline with extreme sports. Get ready to discover living settings with colors and movements that are so fabulous that you will want to return forever and ever. Jardim Botânico, a true natural museum, with more than 2000 species of plants from all continents, enjoy a beautiful view over Funchal and the gardens painted with the most beautiful colors of nature (entrance included). Monte, a village known for its gardens and the Church of Nossa Senhora do Monte.

Visit the village of Monte on this private tour, which ensures personalized attention and a flexible itinerary. After pickup in central Madeira, ride up the local hills in a private vehicle, enjoying the scenery instead of fussing over directions and driving yourself. Once you reach Monte, enjoy the landscaped grounds of the Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Monte and the views over Funchal.

The first stop is at the belvedere of Barcelos Peak. Here you can see the landscape over the Bay of Funchal and the mountains. Then we climb to Eira do Serrado (1053 meters high) where there is a panorama over the parish of Curral das Freiras. Access to the viewpoint is by a path. After visiting this point we leave for Monte known for its gardens and the Church of Nossa Senhora do Monte. For the more adventurous, there is always the possibility of making a 10 minute descent in the typical Basket Car (not included in the price).

The Monte Toboggans Sledges first originated in the early 19th century when they were used as first means of "downhill" public transportation by the local residents who wanted to travel quickly from the village of Monte to the city of Funchal. Presently and for a number of years now, the Sledges are used to transport thousands of tourists every year, seeking a ride full of emotions, adrenaline and an unforgettable experience with splendid views over the city and beyond. We Partner with Carreiros do Monte to give you this thrilling adventure. We will take a walk around Largo da Fonte, a very famous square and beautiful with its gardens, then we go see the beautiful church of Monte where we can find the last tomb of the last Austro-Hungarian emperor. In the end you will take the fun ride of going down in the Toboggan sled. Note: Please note that it is not allowed to ride the biggest sled when you are only one person or two person.

On this six-hour tour you can tailor an itinerary with the help of your local guide/driver. You can choose the different areas you want to visit. The City of Funchal, the Fishing Village of Câmara de Lobos, the west sea cliffs of Cabo Girão, the unique Fajã dos Padres, the hill side village of Monte, the east coast cliffs of Garajau, the Botanical Garden, or even the breathtaking mountain views of Nuns Valley are all possible options for your tour itinerary. Whatever your choice of itinerary, your guide will be there to help you at every moment.

Mount tuk tuk tour with our local guide where you will have a unique experience. passing the old roads and stopping at wonderful viewpoints, where you can take unforgettable photos. Coming down in basket carts with over 100 years of history!

After the pick up in your hotel, the journey leads to Monte, a welcoming place where you can find stunning views and visit Nossa Senhora do Monte church, a building from de XVIII century and the most important place of pilgrimage in Madeira. You also have the possibility to down the street by our renowned attraction, the Tobbogan Ride at the basket cars. The tour proceeds to the Botanical Garden, one of the most pleasant gardens in the region, with splendid views overlooking the city of Funchal which covers an area of 80,000 m², is home to a collection of a wide variety of plants and has a Museum of Natural History. Entrance fee included!

Funchal Old Town has a really great history and there are a lot of old buildings to see. The best way to explore Funchal is to walk around and enjoy the astonishing streets. Learn how the history of Madeira and Funchal formed the city center as you visit the most important sights.

We start at Pico dos Barcelos, a viewpoint overlooking the bay of Funchal and mountains. We continue to climb until Eira do Serrado which is at a height of 1053 meters. This viewpoint offers an overview of the parish of Curral das Freiras. Access to the viewpoint is via a footpath that leaves from Estalagem Eira do Serrado. We went down to Curral das Freiras, a cozy village surrounded by mountains. Finally we go to the parish of Monte, known for its gardens and the Church of Nossa Senhora do Monte. On January 1st and December 25th there are no excursions.