Eversoul Madeira connects you with Tukxi Madeira for a private tuk tuk tour up to Monte, the village on the hillside above Funchal. A local guide drives and the tuk tuk is yours alone.
What the route covers
The tour runs 1 hour 30 minutes and is rated easy. It climbs the hillside streets to Monte and its cobbled lanes, stopping at the church of Nossa Senhora do Monte, where the last emperor of Austria, Karl I, is buried, and at the gardens around it. The Monte toboggan starts here: a wicker sled steered down the street towards Funchal by two drivers in white, running since the nineteenth century.
The toboggan ride is paid separately and is not included in the tour price. Queues build up in the middle of the day, so allow extra time if you want to ride.
Pickup and meeting point
Hotel pickup and drop-off is included free within the Funchal city area. Cruise passengers can add harbour pickup, which covers the port authority fee; if you book it, give the supplier your ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time.
Who it suits
Minimum age is 3 years and children must be accompanied by an adult. Infants must not sit on laps and infant seats are not available. Portuguese law caps the combined weight of the passengers at 210 kg per vehicle. The tour runs in all weather, so dress for the day.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the toboggan ride included?
No. The toboggan is paid separately on the day and is not part of the tour price. Queues build up around midday, so allow extra time if you want to ride.
How long does the tour last?
1 hour 30 minutes.
Is it a private tour?
Yes. The tuk tuk is yours for the tour, so the pace and the stops are set by your group rather than by strangers.
Which languages does the guide speak?
English and German.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, free within the Funchal city area. Cruise passengers can add harbour pickup, which covers the port authority fee.
Is there a minimum age or weight limit?
Minimum age is 3 years. Portuguese law caps the combined weight of the passengers at 210 kg per vehicle.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes, up to 24 hours before the start. Later cancellations are charged in full.
Who runs the tour?
Tukxi Madeira, a local operator based in Funchal. Eversoul connects you with them and the booking is handled here.
