Join us on a trip for all the senses as we gaze at the spectacular natural beauty of Madeira and the Azores with fine wine in hand. This curated tour takes you first to Madeira, an island over a thousand miles from Africa and Europe's western edge that produces one of the most illustrious and historical wine styles. We will enjoy the day trips to explore Madeira's wild, natural beauty, partake in local delicacies and have a meal of a lifetime at a Michelin-star restaurant overlooking the Atlantic. Next we are off to the Azores, where we will explore two islands, experiencing the unique food and wines that come from this volcanic terroir.
Includes all meals (including wine) as detailed in schedule, ground transportation, guide fees, and flights from Madeira to Ponte Delgado (Azores), from Ponte Delgado to Pico Island and return to Ponte Delgado.
Day 1 - Welcome to Madeira
Arrival Funchal Airport
Transfer to hotel (The Views Baia or similar)
Welcome Dinner
Day 2 - Exploring Funchal
Market visit
On own for lunch
Blandy's Wine Lodge Tour and Tasting
Dinner at local restaurant
Day 3 - Eastern Island Tour
Pico de Areiro for views
Visit Saentana to see classic thatched houses
Lunch featuring local seafood dishes (Castanhetas, Chicharros Fritos)
Visit Aguardente de Cana producer for Madeira Rum and Poncha Tasting
Dinner - Tasting Menu with Wine Pairings at DeSarma (Michelin-star)
Day 4 - Western Island Tour
Visit Câmara de Lobos
Winery Tasting (Barbeito)
Light lunch
Cabo Girão, skywalk overlooking Europe’s highest cliff over Atlantic
Paúl de Serra plateau
Hiking near San Vincente
Porto Moniz (view of Veu la Noiva Waterfall)
Free evening
Day 5
Free morning
Late morning departure to airport
Flight from Madeira to Ponta Delgada
Transfer to hotel
Free evening