Funchal
The great Portuguese poet, playwright and author, Júlio Dinis famously described Funchal as; “The sea on one side, the mountains on the other, and between these two majestic splendours, the city smiles like a child sleeping, safe and warm, between its parents”.
A beautiful Mediterranean haven and the very soul of PortugalThe great Portuguese poet, playwright and author, Júlio Dinis famously described Funchal as; “The sea on one side, the mountains on the other, and between these two majestic splendours, the city smiles like a child sleeping, safe and warm, between its parents”.We can’t think of a prettier and more inviting introduction to this beautiful Mediterranean haven.Funchal, the capital of the Portuguese island of Madeira is the very soul of Portugal. Settlers over 500 years ago were attracted to this sheltered spot, which is set in a natural ‘amphitheatre’. Gentle slopes, abundant with flowers, rise above the pretty harbour to almost 1200 metres. The magnificent bay of Funchal, with its glittering blue waters is home to the port, just a 15-minute walk from the city centre. Thanks to its strategic mid-Atlantic location, Madeira has been an important stopping point for ocean-going liners for many years and was an important port of call for the routes on cruise ships between Europe and Africa and America. As part of your Mediterranean cruise vacation with MSCCruises, your luxury cruise liner will also call in at this exquisite holiday destination. MSC Cruises is renowned for offering some of the best luxury cruise package deals around. Our shore excursions will take in the best that this cosmopolitan and attractive city has to offer with its lush parks, elegant boutiques shops and hotels. Scenic excursions feature a unique basket ride down the mountainside. |
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Directions
The port is a 20-minute slightly uphill walk from the town centre. A taxi service is available from the dockside to the town centre.
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FUN01WI - PICO DOS BARCELOS - 3.5 hours - 2012-2013
This scenic tour takes you along sugar cane fields and stops at the town of Pico dos Barcelos from where we can admire breathtaking views over the island of Madeira. Continue to Monte and visit to Nossa Senora da Monte church. We will indulge in the fun local past-time of toboggan riding as we take ride in a wicker chariot through the streets! The pace changes at Livramento point where we will visit an embroidery factory. During the tour you will have the chance to sample some of the local Madeira liqueurs. Note: the toboggan ride station may be crowded and it may be necessary to wait and/or queue before getting in.
Price per person $61.00 Adults $43.00 Children
FUN02WI - FAJAL (full day with lunch) - 2012-2013
We will drive to Terreiro de Luta, Poiso and Pico de Areeiro to admire the breathtaking views. The excursion continues with a visit to a local trout farm in Ribeiro Frio and a scenic coach tour through sugar cane plantations up to Fajal. Our trip will continue in Machico, a typical fishing village, before stopping for wine-tasting in Portela. Lunch included.Price per person $172.00 Adults $82.00 Children
FUN03WI - EIRA DO SERRADO, MONTE & CABLE CAR (approximately 4 hours) - 2012-2013 Bus transfer to Eira do Serrado, perched 1026 metres above sea level with a short stop to look around. We will continue to the town of Monte to visit the "Nossa Senora da Monte" Church and its beautiful gardens, typical of the lush vegetation that thrives in Madeira's microclimate. Have cameras at the ready as we take the cable car from Monte up to Funchal to admire the breathtaking view. Free time for shopping and a visit to a local embroidery factory. Wine tasting aslo included.Price per person $62.00 Adults $43.00 Children
FUN04WI - CABO GIRAO & RIBEIRA BRAVA (approximately 4 hours) - 2012-2013 Transfer to "Pico da Torre" for a panoramic visit and then continue to Cabo Girao, one of the highest cliffs of the world where you will have a taste of a local drink and admire the scenery from the viewpoint. Then continue on a 1 hour drive to Ribeira Brava to visit this enchanting village.Price per person $49.00 Adults $34.00 Children
FUN05WI - DISCOVERING FUNCHAL (approximately 4 hours) - 2012-2013
Leave the vessel for a transfer to the town of Monte where we will visit the church of "Nossa Senora da Monte". Continue by cable car to the famous Botanical Gardens where the lush island vegetation can be seen in all its glory. Your tour will continue at the local produce market and we will also have time to visit an embroidery factory.Price per person $62.00 Adults $43.00 Children
The excursions in the program above are intended to provide MSC Guests with an idea of the different tours that can be arranged in each port of call; this program is merely a guide and confirmation of each excursion and its description and prices will be made during your cruise. Full information can be found in the onboard Tour Magazine.
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