Madeira · PONCHA & LOCAL DRINKS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 8 poncha & local drink tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
See Madeira’s eastern peaks, laurel forest, Santana, rum distillery, and Ponta do Rosto on an affordable small-group day tour.
“I enjoyed it so much, the guide was amazing, I will repeat this tour with Carlos for sure ❤️❤️❤️”
Tour Madeira’s south coast in a classic VW, with Cabo Girão views, Câmara de Lobos, Ribeira Brava, and a local poncha tasting.
“The driver was very friendly and nice and time passed fast among the beauty of Madeira. Was a great time. Thank you Miguel !”
Review of Madeira’s small-group 4x4 tour through Câmara de Lobos, mountain viewpoints, vineyards, Cabo Girão, and traditional poncha.
“The jeep was a lot of fun but it would be good if there were more hand holds. It could be difficult for anyone with mobility issues. Tiago was a great guide and we learned a lot about life in beautiful Madeira.”
Explore East Madeira from Pico do Arieiro to Santana, a laurel forest walk, rum tasting, and Ponta do Rosto for $35.
“Fabulous day out. Our guide spoke very clearly and was most informative pointing out lots of interesting things/giving us factual info. Incredible places seen and the levada walk was beautiful with breath taking view point at the end of the trail. Highlight for us was Pico do Aireiro. Highly recommend this trip to anyone thinking of taking it”
Explore Madeira by private convertible, from Câmara de Lobos and Cabo Girão to Serra de Água, with cliff views and poncha tasting.
“I was collected from my hotel in Funchal on time by my companion for the afternoon, Rudolph, who runs this company. He has 2 classic VW cars and we went off in his immaculate 1970’s Beetle convertible. We were very fortunate as it was a Read more”
Tour Madeira’s rum and gin scene, visit modern and historic distilleries, taste local spirits, and finish with a cocktail by the sea.
“Such a great day out . Highly recommend, the people and drinks were fantastic. Learnt at lot about Madeira history not just the drinks . Also, wonderful views.”
Taste Madeira through six Funchal stops, with local beer, wines, Nikita, ginja, and a Poncha workshop in a three-hour evening tour.
“The tour guide was very helpful, friendly and open. However, according to the title of the activity, we were really expecting a workshop where we could make our own poncha. However, this was not the case. The activity was a bar tour where we tasted the drinks listed in the description. We had booked the tour mainly because of the workshop and were then disappointed as this part did not take place. For the bar tour alone, I don't think the price-performance ratio is justified and the title of the activity is misleading.Read more”
Taste Madeira’s Poncha in local mountain bars, make your own with Senhor Agostinho, and enjoy views, snacks, and small-group transport.
“leuke gids, verassende bars, bijzondere hapjes, de bar waar je zelf poncha maakt is veruit de leukste van de avond. een geweldig leuke eigenaar. Je komt op plekken waar je zelf echt nooit, maar dan ook nooit terrecht zou komen.”
Pick a trail, a deck or a table.
