Madeira, the Garden Island
- With its location just 300 km off the coast of Africa, the Portuguese island of
Madeira is known as "the island of eternal spring" with a winter average high
temperature of 17 degrees. The climate
is ideal for walking and Madeira offers scenic footpaths along the many "levadas"
(irrigation channels) amid
exotic vegetation and
flowers. It also boasts highly regarded wine, artisan crafts, beautiful scenery,
sea-faring traditions, and
European history. Christopher
Columbus lived and studied navigation here before sailing to
America.
Our holiday is based
at the 4 star ocean-front Sentido Galosol Resort. Picturesquely
set above the Atlantic at Canico on the south-east side of the island near the capital of Funchal,
the hotel offers indoor and outdoor pools, fitness centre, yoga, bicycle
rental and spa. A nearby bus stop offers easy
access into the town of Funchal.
What to do in Madeira:
- Enjoy
moderate guided walks on Madeira's famous
levadas
- Explore the
capital, Funchal, with its historic Old Town
- Admire exotic flowers in Madeira's many
gardens.
- Savour tropical
fruit fresh from the tree.
- Try an
optional whale and dolphin watching tour
- Listen to a
Fado singer as you sip Madeira
wine.
- Hear about
Portugal's explorers and the New World.
About our Madeira walking holiday:
We stay at the same hotel for the entire holiday. From here we
enjoy
guided walks (two guides) and sightseeing excursions. Breakfast and dinners are included.
ENTRY INTO MADEIRA
For Canadians - A passport with a validity of three months is required.
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