Private Tour | Full Day 4x4 Tour | Up to 6 Persons
By Hit The Road Madeira · listed in private tours of Madeira
I'd consider this for accommodation outside Funchal after agreeing the pickup. Hotel and holiday-rental pickup is free, subject to logistics. Your driver-guide helps plan the route.
You could visit Pico do Arieiro or make time for the Porto Moniz pools. The list offers possible stops for a day of 8 hours. Agree which ones fit your plans.
Food and admission fees cost extra. This tour calls for moderate fitness. Poor weather can lead to an alternative route. Check the weather refund terms before you pay.
- Trip type
- Private tour with stops
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Listed group limit
- private, up to 6
- Price
- from €395 per groupLowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
- Rating
- 4.95/5 from 176 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 5.0 from 10 reviews
- Languages
- English
- Details as of
- 13 September 2026
Before you book
- From €395 is a group price. Ask how to enter your full party size when booking.
- Arrange pickup outside Funchal in advance. Free collection depends on logistics.
- You need a moderate level of fitness. Car seats are available for children.
- Food and entrance fees are paid separately. Mention any dietary requirements when booking.
- The trip operates in all weather. Poor conditions can mean a different route. Check the weather refund terms before paying.
- Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Send weather cancellations by email before that deadline.
- Departures are at 09:00, Monday to Saturday. Book at least 4 hours ahead.
- Give this one a miss if you have a heart condition.
- The price is for the whole group, not per person.
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Programme
- Meet at the pickup location agreed with the guide.
- Choose a route from the possible visits.
- Pico do Arieiro allows 45 minutes. Porto Moniz allows 90 minutes.
- Other named stops allow 30 minutes each. Choose stops with your guide to fit the day.
- Allow 8 hours overall.
What the operator writes about each stop
- Hit the Road Tours
This is a tour for those looking to be more intimate. Ideal for families or romantic getaways. The possibilities are endless and we will do our very best to provide you with an experience you will never forget and always cherish. Whether it's to celebrate or purely to have the attention all to yourselves, there is no better way to explore the island than with a passionate guide and a Land Rover. We are absolutely flexible, we can avoid bad weather easily (95 percent of the time) We can do walks, forests, mountains, swimming in rock pools, bars, restaurants, and much more! We have the vehicle, driving skills and creativity to take you to places on the island you never thought existed! There are so many places to see such as;
- Pico do Arieiro
Madeira´s 3rd highest peak
- Valley of the Nuns
A small charming village in Madeira famous for it´s surrounding mountains.
- Cabo Girao
The second highest sea cliff in Europe at 580m above sea level.
- Faja dos Padres
A small farm community on the South West of Madeira famous for it´s cable car ride. Great spot for a summer lunch.
- Balcoes de Ribeiro Frio
One of Madeira´s most beautiful viewpoints at the end of a short levada walk.
- Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos
One of the best viewpoints of Funchal offering a panoramic view of all the city.
- Miradouro do Cristo Rei do Garajau
The original statue of Christ the Redeemer in Garajau, Madeira.
- Miradouro da Portela
One of the greatest viewpoints of the North East of Madeira
- Miradouro do Veu da Noiva
One of Madeira´s most popular waterfall viewpoints on the north coast, also boasts one of Madeira´s cheapest souvenir shops
- Reserva Natural da Rocha do Navio
The natural reserve situated in Santana, known for it´s cable car and unspoiled rock beaches
- Porto Moniz
A great place for a swim in the natural lido pool complex or a lunch during an excursion
- Ponta do Pargo Lighthouse
The most westerly point of Madeira, great views and a beautiful old lighthouse.
Photos
Photos from the tour listing on Viator.
Included
- Private 4x4 vehicle
- Custom itinerary and hotel pickup/drop-off
- Private driver-guide
Paid separately
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees (if applicable)
- Personal expenses
Meeting point, pickup and return
Free pickup at hotels and rentals, subject to logistics outside Funchal. 168 pickup points listed by the operator.
We pick up free of charge all hotels and holiday rentals in Madeira Island. Locations outside of Funchal may be subject to certain conditions based on logistics. Please note that we do not refund travellers for bad weather conditions. If the weather is not optimal on the day, we will offer an alternative route to make the most of the tour. All cancellations regarding the weather must be made 24 hours prior to the start of the tour, via email, for a full refund.
Schedule and confirmation
Usual timetable: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, at 09:00. Check your date when you book.
Instant confirmation. Book at least 4 hours ahead. Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
Cancellation, weather and limits
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund when cancelled 1 day or more before
- 0% refund when cancelled less than 1 day before
Bad weather can cancel the trip.
The operator's conditions, as written
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Car seats available for children
Ratings by source
4.95/5 from 176 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 5.0 from 10 reviews.
| Source | Average | Reviews | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viator | 5.0 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tripadvisor | 5.0 | 166 | 163 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Counts and averages as shown on Viator on 13 September 2026. We don't have the review texts.
From the operator
In Hit The Road Madeira's own words, from the Viator listing.
Enjoy the freedom to explore Madeira your way on a fully private 4x4 adventure. With your own driver-guide, you’ll design a custom route based on your interests — from dramatic cliffs and forests to local villages and secret spots. Ideal for couples, families, or groups seeking comfort, flexibility, and a personal connection to the island.
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Who checked this
Edited by Roman Antonov. I love Madeira and keep going back. Trip details come from the operator's own listing on Viator, as of 13 September 2026.
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