Depart Funchal and journey to Monte, one of Madeira´s old tourist stops, and visit the church where the tomb of the Emperor Charles I of Austria can be found. Add a little adventure to the day and enjoy an unforgettable 2-kilometer toboggan ride down the old road of Livramento, where the bus will pick you up at the bottom, ending the ride where the men catch the bus and sledge rides are loaded into a truck. Years ago the men (carreiros) had to carry the sledge back up to Monte. This must be the first stop in order to avoid long queue therefore we pick up early. Get a breathtaking view of all points of the island, before making your way up to Eira do Serrado. Admire the surrounding chestnut trees and eucalyptus plants of the natural wonderland. The ancient footpaths are still used by locals and tourists, and the narrow road and tunnels can still be seen.
From an altitude of 1,094 meters above sea level, see across to the Nuns Valley. Isolated from the rest of the island, the Nuns Valley is surrounded by lava rock and takes its name from the nuns that once inhabited the valley as they fled from pirate attacks during the 16th century. Please note there is no convent in this village. Only a nun house not a convent.
Try some traditional chestnut cake and pastries only found in the region, (not included in the price) along with different traditional liquors included in the price. Making our way back to Funchal a stop at Pico dos Barcelos to experience one of Madeira's unique viewpoints at 355metres.
Return to the Hotel.