Scenic Route - Nuns Valley Tour

We had already booked a full day tour and wanted a shorter option. Nuns Valley fitted the bill and didn't disappoint. Again picked up in Canico, by Luis a very friendly guide/driver. we had to pick up others, in Funchal, but were soon on our way into the mountains. There are only 3 stops on the tour, but we picked a good day for weather and had time to stop and admire the amazing views and take picutres. Luis gave us enough local information and negotiated the mountain roads easily, including a bonus stop in a lay by for the view. The actual town in Nuns Valley is not that impressive, but we did try the Poncha and Chestnut cake.

We got back to our hotel for lunch. The trip was approx 4.5 hours, due to us being 20 min from Funchal. But many other operators don't pick up outside the Capital. So another great service. I definitely don't want to drive on their roads.

George our guide and all the viewing points. Highly recommended. Good to learn the history which makes the tour very interesting.

This tour was amazing. We were picked up at our hotel and the tour guide was lovely. She explained about a lot of things on the way up and back down the mountain. At the second stop with the cafe she sat with my elderly father on the cafe balcony while I walked up to the view point. She told us interesting facts about banana trees. The views we saw were amazing and we enjoyed visiting the Valley of the Nuns village chapel. This is a great tour to do and just right for someone elderly.

The unbelievable sights all along the way. The tour guide Suzana was the best tour guide I have ever seen, she was very knowledgeable, pleasant and helpful.

Nuns Valley half day tour's guide Manuel was straight in with information on Maderia after picking up the last clients. Perfect 3.hours / 3 short stops. Amazing scenery, beautiful beautiful Nuns valley despite the weather.

Very friendly. On time. In fact it started early as I was the last pick up and I was ready to go when they arrived. Suited me perfectly as I had an afternoon excursion booked. Minibus was comfortable and the guide friendly and answered any questions. Views are stunning as the pictures show. Perfect if you want to see multiple places in a few hours. 40 min stops along the way. Good enough for me. Can't complain.

Our guide was very nice gentleman, he was very patient. The tour was wonderful. We will go again, once we visit Madeira.

Stunning! (Also noteworthy of a visit to experience the narrow and winding Madeiran roads up to Nuns Valley.)

This is a great option when you don’t want to spend the whole day on a tour. It’s a 3hrs trip around Nun’s valley with great stops to explore. Very relaxing and not difficult for walking. Fatima was a great guide.

Curral das Freiras is a beautiful location and this relaxing half day trip allows you to explore the area and soak in the stunning vistas. A thoroughly enjoyable excursion.