Day 1: Morning:
- Funchal: Start your journey by exploring the capital of Madeira - Funchal. Visit the central market Mercado dos Lavradores, where you can see a variety of local fruits, vegetables, and flowers.
- Monte Gardens: Take a cable car ride up to Monte Gardens, where you can enjoy stunning views and stroll through fragrant botanical exhibitions.
Midday:
- Monte Church: Visit the Church of Our Lady of Monte, where the last Emperor of Austria, Charles I, is buried.
- Toboggan Run: For an exciting experience, slide down the hill on the famous wicker toboggans.
Afternoon:
- Madeiran Wine Institute Factory: Explore the history of Madeira wine and taste different varieties.
- Lunch in Funchal: Try the local cuisine at one of the city's restaurants. We recommend trying "espada com bananas" or the meat skewers "espetada."
Evening:
- Lido Promenade: Take a stroll along the Lido promenade, enjoying the sea views and sunset atmosphere.
- Dinner: End the day by dining at a restaurant overlooking the ocean and trying fresh seafood.
Day 2: Morning:
- Levadas: Embark on a hiking route along one of the famous levadas (irrigation canals). Popular routes include Levada to Caldeirao Verde or Levada 25 Fontes.
Midday:
- Pico Ruivo: If you enjoy hiking, hike up to Pico Ruivo - the highest point on the island.
Afternoon:
- Santana: Travel to Santana to see the traditional triangular houses with thatched roofs.
- Lunch: Have lunch in Santana, taking the opportunity to try various Madeiran dishes.
Evening:
- Ponta de São Lourenço: Head to the eastern tip of the island for a walk in the Ponta de São Lourenço nature reserve, where you can enjoy the wild nature and unique landscapes.
- Return to Funchal: On the way back, stop at the harbor of Machico to enjoy the evening atmosphere.
- Dinner in Funchal: End your tour at one of the local restaurants, trying the dessert "bolo de mel" or local cheeses.
This itinerary will allow you to make the most of two days in Madeira, exploring its main attractions and natural beauty.
