Madeira 7-Day Road Trip Itinerary (Best Stops + Driving Times)

Madeira 7-Day Road Trip Itinerary (Best Stops + Driving Times)

Madeira is made for road trips. With a rental car, you control the views, stops, and timing.

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Day 1 — Funchal + easy viewpoints
Check-in, relax
Sunset at a viewpoint near the city
Dinner in Funchal

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Day 2 — East: Machico + Ponta de São Lourenço
Morning beach in Machico
Hike São Lourenço 
Back to base

Day 3 — Mountains: Pico do Arieiro (sunrise if you can)
Early start, warm layers
Short walks + photos
Coffee break on the way down Abrigo do Poiso Restaurante

Day 4 — Santana + North Coast drive
Santana traditional houses
Scenic coastal roads
Stop at viewpoints whenever you want

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Day 5 — Porto Moniz natural pools
Go early for easier parking
Swim + lunch
Detour to forest viewpoints

Day 6 — Levada day (choose your difficulty)
Easy levada walk (family-friendly)
Pack water/snacks
Drive back before dark

Day 7 — Flexible day (your style)
Pick one:
More Funchal + markets
Beach day
Repeat your favorite drive

Road trip tips that save time
Don’t overpack each day
Madeira roads are slower than they look
Always leave buffer for photos

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