Nuns Valley Tour - Madeira Island Excursion
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Nuns Valley Tour - Madeira Island Excursion
By Madeira Happy Tours
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Ages 0-99, max of 18 per group
Duration: 3h 30m
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
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- Insurance
- Live commentary
What's not included- We stop for lunch or snacks. Customers can bring their own food.
- We stop for lunch or snacks. Customers can bring their own food.
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- Monumental Experience, Estrada Monumental 284, 9000-096 Funchal, PortugalWe are located at the entrance of the Shopping Center, on the right side. Our shop is easy to find, just look for a yellow smiley face, shop sign.
Pickup details- We have two meeting points in the center of Funchal City. One is by the cable car station located in the old town. The other is located in the roundabout so-called "Rotunda do Infante".
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Cruise Terminal Funchal, Av. Sá Carneiro, 9000 Funchal, Portugal
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Infant seats available
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 257466P4- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 257466P4
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- R1925RBsarahc0 contributionsGreat day out!This was an amazing day. I have long wanted to go to Ponta do Pargo but this trip was so much more. The was made more special by the weather and the fantastic driver, Luis- so friendly and knowledgable.Written September 18, 2024
- Rachelleach_20000 contributionsLevada walk experienceNice easy walk, only a short climb/few steps at beginning. Quite muddy in places along the levada as little direct sunlight under the trees. Nice small group tour and knowledgeable guide pointing out sights and plants along the way.Written September 11, 2024
- Rachelleach_20000 contributionsGo West with Happy Tours!Great tour of West section of island. Knowledgeable friendly guide, plenty of time at each stop to see the main sights. Would recommend for first time visitors to Madeira.Written September 11, 2024
- Rachelleach_20000 contributionsGo East with Happy Tours!Great tour of East section of island. Knowledgeable friendly guide, plenty of time at each stop to see the main sights. Would recommend for first time visitors to Madeira.Written September 11, 2024
- Curiosity218854284950 contributionsMadeira TravelsBeautiful weather scenery spectacular Drivers very helpful and knowledgeable 2 great trips out at very reasonable pricesWritten September 11, 2024
- rdella0 contributionsEasy 5.5km walkA very knowledgeable guide who made 5he walk very interesting. As stated in the blurb it was a nice and easy flat 5.5km walk.Written September 10, 2024
- 390ron10 contributionsA must in MadeiraJust a quick note to say how much I enjoyed both tour's (East & Sunday market) whilst in Madeira. Luis(junior) was so informative, friendly and knowledgeable about the island. I felt so comfortable throughout both tours and would urge people to consider happy tours whilst in Madeira. Luis's (junior) tours really were a highlight of our holidays, please do pass on our thanks to him. We will return to the island in future years and head straight to Happy Tours office. Thankyou.Written September 5, 2024
- Q6577YXgilliand0 contributionsGreat tripsHad the most amazing trips around the island with Hugo and Marco. Excellent value. Great knowledge. We went the north west and Nuns Valley. Highly recommendWritten August 24, 2024
- 514clarew0 contributionsBeautiful walkWe booked last minute and Madeira Happy Tours were great communicating with us and making sure we had all the relevant information. The walk itself was lovely, nothing too strenuous, the paths were flat and wide. We walked through some gorgeous countryside whilst following the levada. Our guide was great, friendly and knowledgeable, pointing out different plants, fruits and birds. What a lovely way to see a bit of the island. Would certainly recommend using Madeira Happy Tours and we will do another levada walk with them if we return to Madeira.Written August 14, 2024
- 514clarew0 contributionsGreat tourBooking was easy and the instructions we received for meeting up were very clear. The trip was great, comfortable minibus and a very friendly and knowledgeable guide. We fitted a lot in but it never seemed rushed. A highlight was Pico do Areeiro, the views above the clouds were spectacular. If we return to Madeira we will certainly use Madeira Happy Tours again to see more of the Island.Written August 14, 2024
- bam00re0 contributionsTerrific Private Tour of the WestMy family of 5 did a private tour of the West with Marco as our guide. It was an incredible value to be able to tour at our own pace. Marco picked us up and dropped us off at our hotel and showed us the highlights for an entire day, including plenty of time for lunch and swimming in Porto Moniz. He was friendly and shared a lot about the island making it a perfect day out. I would definitely recommend! Also, when booking the tour company advised us to take a minivan tour with AC and front facing seats for comfort. I very much appreciated the honesty (vs. Jeep tour) as it was significantly less expensive and made for a very enjoyable tour.Written August 14, 2024
- beckywN5756FE0 contributionsGo west tourAbsolutely beautiful tour of the island and our driver Lewis was brilliant really made the tour an enjoyable experience and was very polite, wonderful day would recommend happy tours.Written August 6, 2024
- mariaW39570 contributionsAmazing tour of the West islandIn April, we did the West Side Island tour with Lewis and had a fantastic time. The mini-bus was air conditioned - we had originally wanted a jeep tour but we're so grateful that we were in a very clean and cool minibus. Lewis was friendly, helpful, kind, picked us up from our hotel, was very knowledgeable about the tour as well as being humorous. He effortlessly explained in English and switched to German for one of our tour-mates, making sure that everyone understood. The actual tour was amazing-although you don't get long in each location, it's enough time to get a taste of the area and we found Madeira to be friendly and welcoming. The views were incredible, the island is beautiful and the way Madeira farms was of particular fascination to me. Swimming over lunch in the natural pools was without a doubt the highlight of our whole holiday; it was tranquil and beautiful, a memory we talk about regularly. We had heard others were worried that the price was so low, but the price is so fantastic for the quality of the tour - so much so that we booked another tour a few days later. If anyone visits Madeira, we would recommend Happy Tours, and Lewis, wholeheartedly.Written August 1, 2024
- ola2670 contributionsA day tour levadaA very nice Levada tour that works for most people (only a few slightly difficult passes). With a tourguide like Jorge you also get a very good insight into Madeiran flora in addition to the transport there and back again.Written July 28, 2024
- 303carolynn0 contributionsGreat tripThe Go West trip was wonderful. Our driver/guide Hugo was very knowledgeable and friendly and we saw some fabulous viewsWritten July 23, 2024
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shoeman43
Bewdley, UK32 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
Our guide Luis Snr was excellent. Very knowledgeable on the locations, history and general useful information.
He was a very safe driver, not easy to give running commentaries whilst negotiating mountain roads.
The minibus was modern and very comfortable.
Luis did everything he could to ensure our comfort and satisfaction.
Thanks again.
He was a very safe driver, not easy to give running commentaries whilst negotiating mountain roads.
The minibus was modern and very comfortable.
Luis did everything he could to ensure our comfort and satisfaction.
Thanks again.
Written February 15, 2024
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Kim D
Brisbane, Australia33 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
We booked to go on the Nuns Valley tour arriving by cruise ship on 14 November 2023. I booked just over a day out on the evening of 12 November for arrival on the 14th. As it turns out there was a scheduled port strike on the 14th November that prevented any cruise ships from docking. It's a pity I was unaware of this but apparently it was common knowledge. As an aside it was disappointing that the cruise line didn't advise passengers until 18:15 the night before arrival into Funchal. Upon learning about our port cancellation I emailed Madiera Happy Tours to request a refund (the shut off time for a refund was 18:00). I was hoping they would be compassionate in this circumstance. But no, a refund was denied. What I am upset about is surely since they knew we were on a cruise due to me stating it in the booking, and since the port strike would be knowledge for them in the tour industry why let us proceed to book? Very greedy and a money grab. I will know proceed to claim the amount on travel insurance but been warned do not use this company whatsoever if coming by cruise ship. Unlike other companies there is no compassion if your ship doesn't dock. They chose money over good customer relations.
Written December 27, 2023
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Dear Mr./Mrs. Kim Dzhedzic.
We were very sorry to know about the maritime pilots strike unexpectedly like you and the impossibility of the cruise ship to dock in Funchal city, however, we have received your message already within the period of non-reimbursement stipulated by the terms and conditions of your reservation, therefore, we are very sorry to be unable to process your reimbursement of the booking.
We are immensely sorry for the unforeseen circumstances.
We had planned your tour ahead and assumed costs that could not be reversed at that time, logistics involved as well.
We ask for your understanding and are as well sad for not being able to show you our beautiful island.
Best regards.
Marco Ferreira
Written December 28, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Julied118
Paignton, UK4 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
We were collected on time from our hotel by Tino who was our driver/guide. The pace and itinerary was just right, we never felt rushed or bored. Tino was so enthusiastic and clearly loves Madeira and his job.
The scenery was stunning and we were lucky enough to have perfect weather. Remember that it is considerably cooler up in the mountains.
I definitely recommend booking with this company. No hard sell and great tips and advice offered. Oh and the wine tasting at the end was a great added bonus. Thank you
The scenery was stunning and we were lucky enough to have perfect weather. Remember that it is considerably cooler up in the mountains.
I definitely recommend booking with this company. No hard sell and great tips and advice offered. Oh and the wine tasting at the end was a great added bonus. Thank you
Written January 24, 2023
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Hawk1ng
Doncaster, UK134 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
We always use Happy Tours for our Madeira trips, we have now been on all of them! The coaches are comfortable and air conditioned and we always feel safe with the drivers, even when going round a hairpin bend with a huge drop at the side of the road! The driver/guide is always informative not just about the tour they are leading but about the island in general. At the last minute we decided to go on the Sunday market tour, something we never do in other countries because they are 'all bags and belts'. So glad we did, yes there are bags and belts but also a fantastic farmer's market with interesting displays of fruit, vegetables and plants, recommended.
Written September 12, 2024
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Hilary M
4 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
This trip was a half day afternoon tour to Nuns Valley by minibus. Our driver Roger was amazing and gave us very interesting information of the area etc. Would thoroughly recommend this company and look forward to doing another trip
Written March 25, 2023
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BCJw
England, UK20 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
Excellent email communication and response from outset.
Collected from cruise ship at arranged time … accommodated our mobility scooter as discussed.
Small group from several pick-ups and approx 4 hour round trip with time for photos, exploration, coffees etc.
Terrific value. Very much enjoyed. Beautiful vistas in spite of a very rainy overcast day. We would use again.
Obrigada!!
Collected from cruise ship at arranged time … accommodated our mobility scooter as discussed.
Small group from several pick-ups and approx 4 hour round trip with time for photos, exploration, coffees etc.
Terrific value. Very much enjoyed. Beautiful vistas in spite of a very rainy overcast day. We would use again.
Obrigada!!
Written January 17, 2024
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lorraine Neale
Long Itchington, UK90 contributions
We went for 3 trips with Happy tours 2 full day tours to the east and west and the island. The scenery is magnificent the tour guides had lots of knowledge and were very friendly but 1 driver stood out above the others for us .He was called Hugo and we went to the nuns valley plus a few other little villages on the way .
Hugo was great so proud of his island he was really knowledgeable about lots of different aspects of maderian life he went over and above what was expected if you can get him to do your tour you will be very lucky and definitely not disappointed the 5 stars are for him although everyone was very nice and helpful.
Lorraine +Phil
Warwickshire England
Hugo was great so proud of his island he was really knowledgeable about lots of different aspects of maderian life he went over and above what was expected if you can get him to do your tour you will be very lucky and definitely not disappointed the 5 stars are for him although everyone was very nice and helpful.
Lorraine +Phil
Warwickshire England
Written October 7, 2021
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maria W
5 contributions
Apr 2024 • Friends
After such an amazing tour with Lewis a few days prior, we decided to book another Happy Tours excursion, this time to Nuns Valley. We booked this for the day we were leaving and it was an amazing half-day tour, a perfect way to extend our holiday and not just wait around for it to end. Niko picked us up in a clean, air-conditioned, new mini-bus. It was comfortable and safe. The last time we did a tour, we paid to be collected. This time, we decided to get a taxi - we should have paid to be picked up. The collection was smooth and easy, the taxi was a faff and didn't save us any money.
Niko was a calm and informative tour guide, explaining the area and offering extra information whenever he could. He gave us recommendations where to get the best poncha, which local pastries to try, and all his suggestions were delicious.
The tour was really interesting, learning about the growing of chestnuts in the area and the invasion of eucalyptus to native plants. The view into Nuns Valley is fantastic and the little fishing village was beautiful. This was a great trip with a fantastic tour guide.
Niko was a calm and informative tour guide, explaining the area and offering extra information whenever he could. He gave us recommendations where to get the best poncha, which local pastries to try, and all his suggestions were delicious.
The tour was really interesting, learning about the growing of chestnuts in the area and the invasion of eucalyptus to native plants. The view into Nuns Valley is fantastic and the little fishing village was beautiful. This was a great trip with a fantastic tour guide.
Written August 2, 2024
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Phil
Crewe, UK405 contributions
Jun 2022
We had a lovely afternoon visiting the Nuns valley. The scenery was spectacular and we enjoyed stopping at various viewpoints along the way.
The wine tasting at the end of tour was nice but given the choice, we would have preferred to skip that in favour of spending more time in Curral das Freiras.
We used Madeira Happy Tours a few times to see the island and loved how at all of the stops we were left to explore freely and not herded around in a tour group.
I'd definitely recommend them!
The wine tasting at the end of tour was nice but given the choice, we would have preferred to skip that in favour of spending more time in Curral das Freiras.
We used Madeira Happy Tours a few times to see the island and loved how at all of the stops we were left to explore freely and not herded around in a tour group.
I'd definitely recommend them!
Written June 25, 2022
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Helen O
14 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Despite happy tours mini bus breakibg down before it got to us, the staff were quick to sort things out and driver, Tinos came in on his day off and gave us a super morning tour. He gave us lots of info whilst driving around and went into detail about the area we stopped off in. Excellent service and value.
Written March 25, 2023
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