Eira do Serrado
Leave the city behind with me for mountain roads and a stop at Pico dos Barcelos. At Eira do Serrado, a short walk reveals Nuns Valley below, with stories of life in the mountains.
Minimum booking €90
Plan your private tour
I’ll personally confirm availability and pickup details. Pay at the end of the tour, by cash or card.
2 × €45 · 1 Tuk-Tuk
Groups of 4–6 need two Tuk-Tuks. The second is driven by a colleague I trust and is subject to availability; I will confirm both before your booking is agreed.
Booking conditions
Up to 3 guests and 210 kg combined passenger weight per Tuk-Tuk. Children under 3 are not allowed.
Tickets for third-party attractions are not included unless expressly stated.
Highlights
- Ride through green hillsides and winding mountain roads in a private tuk-tuk
- Look down over Nuns Valley from the Eira do Serrado viewpoint
- Enjoy views over Funchal from Pico dos Barcelos
- Hear stories about Madeira’s mountain communities from a local guide
- Get personal recommendations and finish at a convenient spot in Funchal
The route
Around 2 hours 30 minutes in total
Pickup in Funchal
We meet at the agreed pickup point in Funchal and head uphill into the mountains.
By Tuk-Tuk
Pico dos Barcelos Lookout
Stop at Pico dos Barcelos for views over Funchal, with the bay and the Atlantic beyond.
By Tuk-Tuk
Eira do Serrado Viewpoint
Leave the Tuk-Tuk for a short walk to the viewpoint, looking down over Nuns Valley and the village nestled between the mountains.
By Tuk-Tuk
End of the tour at the agreed spot
We finish at a convenient, safely accessible spot within Funchal.
Eira do Serrado is over 1,000 metres high and the Tuk-Tuk is open at the sides: bring a warm layer, even if it’s sunny in Funchal.
The times shown are approximate and cover each stop or Tuk-Tuk journey.
What’s included
- Private tuk-tuk tour
- Local driver-guide
- Pickup within Funchal
- Flexible drop-off within Funchal
- Stop at Eira do Serrado with time to walk to the viewpoint
- Photo stop at Pico dos Barcelos
- Local tips and personal recommendations
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
Meet Virgílio
I’m Virgílio, born and raised in Madeira. After five years driving Tuk-Tuks, I started my own business to share the island’s streets, stories and viewpoints. I guide tours in English, Portuguese and Spanish.
What guests say
FAQ
Where’s pickup and drop-off?
Anywhere you like within Funchal. Pickup at the cruise terminal adds €5 per Tuk-Tuk: tick that option on the tour page and tell me your ship’s arrival and departure times. More for cruise passengers.
Will Virgílio be my guide?
Usually, yes. Groups of 4–6 ride in two Tuk-Tuks, and the second one is driven by a colleague I trust. On very busy days, a colleague may also guide your tour; if that happens, I’ll let you know before the tour.
Can I cancel or change plans?
Yes. Direct bookings have no prepayment and no cancellation fee. Just let me know on WhatsApp or by email, ideally at least 24 hours before. Bookings made on a platform follow that platform’s terms.
What if the weather is bad?
Madeira’s weather changes quickly, and a shower doesn’t always mean cancelling. If conditions aren’t right, we can switch to another tour of similar length and price, or find a new date together. We agree on this with you before the tour starts.