The 15 Best Nuns Valley Tours

1.Nuns Valley Half-Day Tour

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

From Funchal, this 3.5-hour minibus tour visits the Eira do Serrado viewpoint, the chestnut-growing village of Curral da Freiras and the fishing port of Câmara de Lobos, where Winston Churchill painted. Guides speak English, Spanish, French, German and Portuguese. Select hotel pickup is included.

“Fantastic! Beautiful scenery and quaint towns. No rush at each stop. Duorte (forgive my spelling) was knowledgeable and friendly. Wonderful day!”

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2.Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

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

From Funchal, visit Monte’s church and take a 2-kilometer wicker toboggan ride, then admire Nuns Valley from Eira do Serrado and sample local liqueurs. The four-hour tour also stops at Pico dos Barcelos. Guides may include Tony, Daniel or Lucy, and hotel pickup is included in many areas.

“Absolutely brilliant experience with our fabulous guide local Lucy. she went out of her way to make our activity happen after our cruise ship arrived late in port. Her local knowledge and enthusiasm made our trip. nuns valley and monte were spectacular 👌 Those views of mums valley at top view point were fantastic. The sleigh ride was brilliant. Would definitely recommend”

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3.Nuns Valley Easy Walk with Mountain Surroundings

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

In three hours, a guide takes you by minibus from Funchal to Pico dos Barcelos, a short mountain walk at Eira do Serrado and the village of Curral das Freiras. Groups are limited to eight, and guides such as Norbert and Benjamin explain the island along the way. Expect steep ravines, big views and time to try chestnut treats.

“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 between Madeira’s high ridges and deep valleys on a four-hour Jeep safari from Funchal or Caniço. Stops include Boca dos Namorados, Jardim da Serra, Cabo Girão and Câmara de Lobos, with short off-road sections and time at a local bar. Guides have included Bruno, Rino, Pedro and Braulio; Portuguese, English, French and Spanish are offered.

“Great activity to discover Madeira! We were a group of 6 and we all fit no problem in the landrover. It was a great tour on small roads and paths, with stunning views. Our driver David was very friendly and fun; he gave us a lot of information on the island and made sure it will be a memorable adventure!”

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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

Ride with Miguel in an open UMM jeep from Funchal into Câmara de Lobos’ vineyards and mountain villages, then reach Nun’s Valley viewpoints and Cabo Girão. This private four-hour tour mixes old roads and off-road tracks with photo stops and a local coffee break. Hotel pickup in Funchal is free; drinks and the Cabo Girão viewing platform cost extra.

“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.Nun’s Valleys and Pico Areeiro 4X4 Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 82 reviews · 4 hours · from $49

Start with hotel pickup in Funchal, then ride steep mountain roads to Pico dos Barcelos, Curral das Freiras and Pico do Areeiro, Madeira’s 1,818-meter third-highest peak. A local guide leads the four-hour trip, which ends in Camacha with an introduction to traditional wickerwork. English, Spanish, French, German and Portuguese guides are available.

“i enjoyed the tour, it brought me to places i otherwise wouldnt have visited on Madeira, Pedro is knowledgeable and did a great job as a guide and as a driver.”

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7.Nuns Valley Half Day Tour

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

This three-hour tour links Pico dos Barcelos, high above Funchal, with the mountain village of Curral das Freiras. A guide provides local context as you take in the city, sea and dramatic valley views. Pickup is available in Funchal and several nearby areas. Guides on past trips have included Alcindo, Emanuel and Suzanna, though your guide may differ.

“Fantastic, Exceptional, Superb, Perfect!. Words are not enough to explain how much we enjoyed our tour. Our guide Alcindo was brilliant. He allowed us to enjoy our tour at a perfect leisurely pace whilst giving us tremendous amounts of local knowledge along the way. Nuns Valley is outstanding and will definately be taking more trips on our next visit to the beautiful island. 100% brilliant service. Well done.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $82

In Nun’s Valley, you’ll follow a mountain stream with a small group and guides such as José and Miguel. Expect four abseils, including one up to 15 meters, plus optional jumps, slides and clear pools. Equipment, transfers from selected pickup points, photos, water and a snack are included. The approach takes about 20 minutes on a dirt road and levada.

“We really enjoyed the canyoning experience with José and Miguel! We did level 2 and Some of us had no experience, but it was really fine for everyone. The guides where very kind and enthousiastic, which makes the experience even better.”

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9.Nuns Valley Tour

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

Travel from Funchal into Madeira’s mountain country on a four-hour tour with three stops: Curral das Freiras, Eira do Serrado, and Pico dos Barcelos. Expect steep, winding roads, big views, and a small group of up to 15. Guides such as Sérgio, Renato, and Horatio have led tours, though commentary can vary.

“Horatio, our guide, was very knowledgeable and told us a lot about the places we visited and the history of Madeira. We saw spectacular views of the mountain countryside and the beautiful Nuns valley from several different locations. We were given plenty of time to enjoy the views and take some very memorable photos. We would definitely recommend this tour!”

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

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

In four hours, a local guide such as Paulo takes you from Funchal to Nuns Valley, Paredão and Pico do Areeiro, then down a forest track to Miradouro das Neves. Expect mountain views, off-road driving and island stories in a small group of up to three. The sunset is possible, not guaranteed.

“The tour with Paulo was pretty good. weather was on our side and the views were amazing.We enjoyed a lot and learned a lot abt madeira from Paulo.Would definitely recommend”

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

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

Ride an open-roof Jeep 4x4 from Funchal into Madeira’s mountain country, with stops for views over Curral das Freiras, a visit to the glass platform at Cabo Girão and time in Câmara de Lobos. Your driver-guide also introduces local viticulture and Madeiran heritage. Pickup is offered in central Funchal and at the port.

“Great experience - very knowledgable guide (Lucy) who made the trip a very memorable one. You need to be a very good driver to tackle the steep hills and off road parts of the trip which our driver managed extremely well. Fantastic commentary covering what was growing in the fields and the open landscape as well as an insight into the history of Madeira. Added to this the views were magnificent. Would definitely recommend.”

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12.Scenic Route – Nuns Valley Tour

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

Ride from Funchal into Madeira’s mountain country, stopping at Pico dos Barcelos, Eira do Serrado and the village of Curral das Freiras. An English-speaking guide shares local history and details about the island, including how nuns fleeing a 16th-century pirate attack came to the valley. Hotel pickup is included in selected areas; food and drinks are extra.

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

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13.Private Nuns Valley Tour by Tukxi

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 43 reviews · 3 hours

Take a private tuk-tuk from Funchal to Pico dos Barcelos and the high Eira do Serrado viewpoint, with a possible stop in Curral das Freiras. Your driver-guide speaks Portuguese, English, Spanish or German. Hotel pickup in Funchal is free; cruise-port pickup costs an extra €5 per group.

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14.Private Tour Nun’s Valley Halfday

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

This three-hour private drive visits Eira do Serrado above Nun’s Valley and Pico dos Barcelos for broad views over Funchal. Your local guide handles the winding roads and shares stories about Madeira; guides Marco and Francisco have led memorable outings. Pickup is available across Madeira, and you can request a traditional lunch stop as an upgrade.

“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

This four-hour open-top 4x4 outing from Funchal visits viewpoints above the city, Pico do Arieiro, and Curral das Freiras. Expect winding mountain roads, brief photo stops, hotel pickup, and a small group of up to 16. Liqueur tasting is part of the experience, but pastry and wicker-factory details can vary.

“We loved the whole experience. Nelson, our guide, was really helpful, professional and knowledgeable. There were only 3 of us on our tour and we had plenty of time at each stop. Highly recommended.”

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