The 15 Best Nuns Valley Tours in Madeira

1.Nuns Valley Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,955 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $28Our pick

This 3.5-hour minibus tour takes you from Funchal to Eira do Serrado, Curral da Freiras, and Câmara de Lobos. Expect dramatic mountain views, local stories, chestnut treats, and guides such as Patricia, Marco, Bruno, or Luciano speaking English and other languages.

“A well-organised trip to a beautiful part of the island, and there was flexibility for one of our party who was unwell on the date booked to go on another day as there was space.”

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2.Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,829 reviews · 4 hours · from $47

This four-hour tour from Funchal combines Monte’s historic church, a 2-kilometer wicker toboggan ride, Eira do Serrado, Nuns Valley, local liqueur tasting, and Pico dos Barcelos. Guides such as Tony, Daniel, and Lucy add history and humor, while the early start helps you beat the queues.

“Excellent activity, our guide was great , very informative with lots of local knowledge. Very good on his timekeeping so we were first in the queue for the baskets which was great , really good value for money”

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3.Nuns Valley Easy Walk with Mountain Surroundings

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 165 reviews · from $26Best value

Travel by small minibus from Funchal to Pico dos Barcelos, Eira do Serrado, and Curral das Freiras. You’ll get a 360-degree city view, an easy guarded walk above Nuns Valley, and time for chestnut cake or beer. English, German, and Portuguese guides lead groups of up to eight.

“fantastic trip, spectacular views. Our guide was very knowledgeable.”

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4.Half-Day Nun’s Valley and Sea Cliff Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 154 reviews · 4 hours · from $55

Ride from Funchal into Madeira’s mountain country with a live guide such as Bruno, Rino, or Pedro. You’ll visit Boca dos Namorados, Jardim da Serra, Cabo Girão, and Câmara de Lobos, with rugged off-road sections, photo stops, and pickup in Funchal or Caniço.

“Excellent morning spent with Bruno,full of local information from pick up right through to drop off, fair play to be able to drive on and off road conditions looked challenging 👍,enjoying the five stops along the way. We feel it was good value for 3 adults to see this beautiful part of the island. Thanks Bruno👍”

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5.Real Life, Mountains & Sea Cliffs (Nun´s Valley View) – Half Day 4×4 Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Top rated

Join Miguel in a covered open-air UMM jeep for four hours around Madeira’s mountain villages and coast. From Funchal, you’ll visit vineyards, banana plantations, cherry country, Fajã das Galinhas, Nuns Valley viewpoints, Cabo Girão, and Câmara de Lobos. Hotel pickup in Funchal is included.

“Miguel was fantastic, he knew the island and the people of the island. This was like a safari adventure as well as a cultural visit with a special freshly made Poncha drink. The views were breath-taking. Buses cannot access these roads. So glad we booked this one. We saw the different types of grape vines, fruits, bananas and so much more. This has been my highlight of our trip. My family loved it too. You will see the hospitality if you book this adventure.”

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6.Nuns Valley Half Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 81 reviews · 3 hours · from $29

Travel from Funchal, Caniço, Câmara de Lobos, or Cabo Girão to Pico dos Barcelos and Curral das Freiras with an English or Portuguese guide. Expect striking viewpoints, local stories, hotel pickup, and free time in Nuns Valley village. Guides may include Alcindo, Emanuel, or Suzanna.

“Excellent driver/guide - picked up at hotel and dropped off- all on time. Gave interesting commentary between stops and had plenty of free time . Very careful driver on scary mountain roads!”

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7.Go Explore Canyoning Level 2 (Nun’s Valley) .

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $82

You’ll spend about four hours canyoning in Nun’s Valley with guides such as José and Miguel, using supplied gear to rappel up to 15 meters, slide, jump, and swim through mountain pools. Groups are limited to 10, and transfers, water, chocolate, insurance, and photos are included.

“It was amazing experience and definitely recommend it when visiting the island.”

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8.Nuns Valley Tour – Madeira Island Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · from $29

You’ll travel by minibus from Funchal to Pico dos Barcelos, Eira do Serrado, Curral das Freiras, and Câmara de Lobos. Expect dramatic mountain views, chestnut specialties, poncha, and possible Madeira wine tasting, with guides such as Hugo, Louis, Roger, or Gabriel providing live commentary.

“Great tour! Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for a half day tour. The tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable.”

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9.Nuns Valley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $30

Travel from Funchal into dramatic Nuns Valley with three scenic stops, including Eira do Serrado and Pico dos Barcelos. Expect a four-hour minibus tour for about $30.17, hotel pickup in central Funchal, English service, and guides such as Sérgio, Renato, Alex, and Horatio.

“Punctual driver. Friendly and funny. Very knowledgable. Great mode of transport. Well kept and clean. Sufficient time at all stops which can be a problem in some tours. Sights were awesome.”

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10.Nuns Valley, Safari Tour, & Viewpoints with Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 48 reviews · 4 hours · from $57

Join Paulo, Ricardo, or another local guide for a four-hour 4x4 trip from Funchal to Nuns Valley, Paredão, Pico do Areeiro, and Miradouro das Neves. Expect big mountain views, an off-road forest section, island stories, and a sunset stop when conditions cooperate.

“We made the Tour with Paolo today and it was amazing. My beste friend and I were the only two on the Trip so we had a whole Jeep and a wonderful Guide just for us. We drove to some view Poins where you have a fabulous view over Madeira. The spots were very calm and there wasnt many people, it was perfekt. Although the weather was a bit rainy, we had the Most amazing day and paolo made us having the best time you could have on a Jeep Tour. He left us at the end at the Place We wanzen and We had endlich time to Walk around…”

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11.Nun’s Valley & Sea Cliff – Half Day – Shared Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $56

Leave Funchal in an open-roof Jeep 4x4 for a four-hour trip to Cabo Girão, Câmara de Lobos, and Curral das Freiras. Your driver-guide covers Madeira’s farming, wine, and history while you stop at viewpoints. Pickup is offered in central Funchal and at the cruise port.

“How can I you cancelled it making us feel very letdown, don’t understand your booking and confirmation system”

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12.Scenic Route – Nuns Valley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $27

Travel from Funchal or Caniço into Madeira’s mountain country with an English-speaking guide. Stop at Pico dos Barcelos, Eira do Serrado, and Curral das Freiras for wide views, local history, and a village visit. Guides such as Suzanne, Manuel, George, Roy, and Cristian have led this route.

“Cristian is a very friendly and attentive guide. The landscape is breathtaking. We are delighted with this excursion.Auto-translated”

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13.Private Nuns Valley Tour by Tukxi

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 43 reviews · 3 hours

Meet your English-speaking Tukxi driver at your Funchal hotel or cruise terminal for a three-hour private ride to Nuns Valley. Stop at Pico dos Barcelos, Eira do Serrado, and possibly Curral das Freiras, with flexible pacing and views that change from coast to high mountain.

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14.Private Tour Nun’s Valley Halfday

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Travel by private vehicle to Eira do Serrado at 1,053 meters for a dramatic view of Nun’s Valley, then stop at Pico dos Barcelos above Funchal. Your guide, such as Marco or Francisco, handles the driving, stories, timing, and island-wide pickup. An optional lunch stop adds traditional Portuguese food.

“This tour exceeded our expectations. It truly was an amazing area. Our guide Marco was very knowledgeable and we all learned so much about the area, Madeira culture and history. He even treated us to a folk song on the accordion while we enjoyed refreshments, Would highly recommend this tour.”

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15.Nun’s Valley Open 4X4 Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · from $52

Ride from Funchal into Curral das Freiras in an open-top 4x4, stopping at Pico dos Barcelos, Paredão, Pico do Arieiro, and Valley of the Nuns. Guides such as Nelson, Hugo, Miguel, and Spencer are praised for friendly commentary. Check the weather and confirm tasting stops before booking.

“Juan was a great guide but there was no pastry tasting or wicker factory as stated which was a shame.”

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