This Portuguese archipelago of four islands is way out there in the Atlantic but our Madeira tours focus on the main island of the same name. Although it is only 55km long, it’s mostly the coast that has been developed, leaving an inland idyll of wilderness areas. These include the high altitude Madeira Peaks, and the UNESCO Laurisilva forests. Walkers are also gifted with unique walking trails throughout the island, called levadas, which are man-made irrigation channels dating back to the 16th century, still directing water but also walkers who follow these ambrosian arteries across the island.
Tours in Madeira
Read more about Madeira
Reasons to go walking in Madeira
Read more about why the Portuguese island of Madeira is magical for walking. From the high-altitude Madeira Peaks and UNESCO laurisilva forests, to its unique levada walking trails, Madeira is a keeper.
The levadas in Madeira are a gift to walkers
The levadas are unique and brilliant examples of engineering married with exquisite walking. They direct water and walkers, who can follow these ambrosian arteries along their banks all across the island, making this otherwise mountainous island much more accessible.
Our seven best hikes in Portugal
Portugal may not have the Alps or the Andes, but this small country is bursting with big walks. Read about striding out greats like the Fishermen’s Trail or the Camino Portugues, or hidden pockets of Sintra-Cascais or Serra da Estrela.
Best time to go to Portugal
Take a look at our tips on the best time to go to Portugal, from Sintra in winter to the Azores when it pours back home. We have trips all year round, no matter which season you want to escape.
World class adventures with UNESCO sites along the way
If you love lists, especially travel ones, then check out our list of UNESCO sites that you can explore on our walking and cycling holidays. From Greek islands to German wine regions or the Giant’s Causeway, we have some greats.
Best hikes in Madeira
Hikers go mad for Madeira, because there’s so much going on in these luscious landscapes. Such as the high-altitude mountains, the UNESCO laurisilva forests as well as their man-made levada channels. It’s hard to choose our favourites, but here are our top day hikes from a fine collection.
