Join us in this experience. Ride a Vespa in our Scooter Guided Mountain Tour into Madeira’s mountains on a full‑day guided Vespa 125cc adventure that combines panoramic roads, a short levada walk and authentic local flavours.The day starts at the Vespa Madeira head office with check‑in and a detailed safety briefing, where your guide goes through the route and makes sure everyone feels confident on the scooters before leaving the city.
Full‑day ride in a thrilling Vespa Guided Moutain Tour in Madeira
Your first climb takes you up to Monte for a quick stop, with views over Funchal and time to stretch your legs. From there, you ride deeper into the island towards Ribeiro Frio and the Balcões Viewpoint, where you park the Vespas and enjoy a gentle levada walk of around 50 minutes through lush forest to reach one of Madeira’s classic balcony views over the valleys and peaks.
Back at Ribeiro Frio, you have about 50 minutes of free time for an lunch(optional) , or simply to relax and explore the area. The route then continues higher to Pico do Arieiro, one of Madeira’s highest points, where you can admire dramatic mountain scenery and take memorable photos before heading towards Santo António da Serra along winding country roads.
In the afternoon, the tour stops at a local bar for a traditional poncha tasting, giving you a relaxed break and a taste of Madeira’s culture. The final leg takes you to Miradouro das Neves for a last wide panorama over Funchal and the south coast, before riding back to the head office.
With a full‑day pace, regular viewpoint stops and a local guide leading the way, this Vespa mountain tour is perfect for travellers who want to experience Madeira’s highlands in an active yet relaxed way.
Itinerary
- Funchal
- Vespa Madeira Head Office
- Monte
- Balcões Viewpoint, Ribeiro Frio
- Levada walk (50m)
- Lunch (Optional, Extra fee)
- Pico do Arieiro
- Santo António da Serra
- Local bar
- Poncha tasting
- Miradouro das Neves
Opening hours
Start at 09:00 am to 10:00 pm.
Meeting Point
Vespa Madeira Rent Headquarters at Rua Imperatriz Dona Amélia, nº16 – Store Q – Funchal.
Important
The use of a helmet is always mandatory for both the driver and passenger.
Pricing
Full day Tour
Monte → Pico do Arieiro → Ribeiro Frio → Porto da Cruz → Machico → Funchal
- 1 Person: €150
- 2-4 people: €100 /per person
- 5-12 people: €80 /per person
