Our selection: the top 5 of 36 wine tasting and food tours in Madeira
Viator lists 36 wine tasting and food tours in Madeira. We analysed all of them, what each trip includes, its programme and its conditions, and picked the top 5. Here they are. Private tours and other formats are below.
Rating and the number of reviews count as one of the criteria: every trip here has 4.5 stars or more from at least 30 reviews, Viator and Tripadvisor together.
Prices, times and reviews as of . We last went through the list on . How we choose.
Wine and food tours in Madeira: which one to choose
If you want a vineyard visit with lunch, I'd start with the full wine day. It pairs Blandy's fortified wines with a vineyard walk in São Vicente. Barbeito's provides the final tasting. It runs on Wednesdays and Fridays.
For a guided walk in Funchal, try Taste Funchal. Children from 7 can join. The nine-stop walk includes poncha and is for adults only. It needs a moderate level of fitness.
The farm dinner has vegan menus. Taste Funchal doesn't suit vegans. See other formats for private trips and the self-guided walk. The private 4x4 wine day charges per group. Its lunch and alcoholic drinks cost extra.
How you get thereHotel pickup in Funchal, Caniço and Câmara de Lobos
Vehicle or formatAir-conditioned vehicle
Listed group limit14 travellers
From price€70 per adultLunch and entrance fees cost extra.
Duration4 hours
Departures09:00, 14:00 (Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat)
CancellationFree cancellation up to 24 hours before
Group limit is the most people the operator takes on one departure. Times are the usual timetable. Check your date when you book.
All 5 trips have the same rule: free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
The trips
What to know before you book each one
01
The full wine day with lunch
Full-Day Madeira Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch
4.93/5 from 186 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor
Visit Blandy's Wine Lodges for fortified wines before crossing the island to São Vicente. There you taste table wines and walk through the vineyards. An espetada lunch is included. Barbeito's provides the final wine tasting.
I'd choose this if you want winery visits and a vineyard walk in one day. Children from 5 can join. For a shorter outing, see the half-day vineyard visit.
The trade-off.It runs on Wednesdays and Fridays. Hotel pickup covers Funchal. If you're staying elsewhere, meet at Blandy's. Additional alcoholic drinks cost extra.
From price
€210 per adult
Duration
8 hours
Listed group limit The most people the operator takes on one departure. Your trip may have fewer.?
up to 10 people
Listed guide languages
English
Listed departure times
09:30 (Wed, Fri)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Pickup
Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
Lowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
Times are local. Check your date and the guide language when you book.
Before you book
It runs on Wednesdays and Fridays at 09:30. Book at least one day ahead.
Email your Funchal hotel name for pickup. Otherwise, meet at Blandy's Wine Lodges, Avenida Arriaga 28, at 09:15.
Children from 5 can join. The adult fare applies from age 5.
Ask about the group size before booking. The departure limit and booking limit disagree.
Additional alcoholic drinks cost extra.
Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Details as of .
02
The food walk with the most reviews
Taste Funchal: food, wine & cultural tour
4.84/5 from 1,004 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor
A guide takes you through Funchal's historic centre and the market. You try fruit and honey cake along the way. Biscuits and custard tarts feature too. Food and drinks are included.
This suits families with children from 7. There's a small amount of walking. The route is wheelchair accessible. Vegans should choose another experience.
The trade-off.The departure needs at least four people. If fewer book, you can reschedule or get a full refund. Give your dietary requirements when booking.
From price
€93 per adult
Duration
4 hours
Listed group limit The most people the operator takes on one departure. Your trip may have fewer.?
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Details as of .
03
The nine-stop tasting walk
Eating Madeira! Wine & Food Tour in Funchal
4.87/5 from 233 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor
The nine stops include eleven food tastings and six drinks. Try Sercial and Malmsey alongside local food. Poncha is included too. The walk finishes in Zona Velha.
I'd pick this for a guided introduction to Funchal's food with poncha included. It's for ages 18 to 90. You need a moderate level of fitness.
The trade-off.Meet at Infante Roundabout beside H&M at 09:45. Ask about Monday before booking. The calendar and meeting instructions give different days.
From price
€95 per adult
Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Listed group limit The most people the operator takes on one departure. Your trip may have fewer.?
up to 12 people
Listed guide languages
English
Listed departure times
10:00Ask about Monday before booking, the calendar and the meeting instructions give different days. (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Pickup
Meet at the start point
Lowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
Times are local. Check your date and the guide language when you book.
Before you book
It's for ages 18 to 90. You need a moderate level of fitness.
Meet at Infante Roundabout beside H&M at 09:45 for the 10:00 start.
Check Monday directly before booking. The calendar includes it. The meeting instructions give different days.
Ask about bookings for more than ten people. The booking details give different limits.
Hotel pickup isn't included. The walk ends in Zona Velha.
Book at least 17 hours ahead. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Details as of .
04
The vineyard day with the Fajã dos Padres cable car
Visiting local Vineyard With Wine Tasting & Lunch included
4.97/5 from 36 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor
Taste six wines with tapas at a vineyard in São Vicente. An espetada lunch comes with wine. The day includes the Fajã dos Padres cable car and fruit tasting. Afterwards, try five fortified Madeira wines.
Choose this if you want to combine a vineyard visit with Fajã dos Padres. Book for at least two people aged 18 or over. Request a vegetarian lunch when booking.
The trade-off.The published group limit is 30 travellers. There's a private option with a price per person. Tips cost extra.
From price
€195 per adult
Duration
8 hours
Listed group limit The most people the operator takes on one departure. Your trip may have fewer.?
up to 30 people
Listed guide languages
Portuguese, English
Listed departure times
09:00 (Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Lowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
Times are local. Check your date and the guide language when you book.
Before you book
Book for at least two people aged 18 or over. Book at least one day ahead.
Pickup covers Funchal and Caniço, plus Câmara de Lobos. Ponta do Sol and Calheta are included too.
Check email or WhatsApp the day before for your pickup time. Drivers wait no more than five minutes.
Request a vegetarian lunch when booking.
Choose Private Wine Tasting & Lunch for a private tour. Its price is per person. Tips cost extra.
Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Details as of .
05
The half-day vineyard visit
Half-Day Small-Group Wine Tour in Madeira
4.61/5 from 57 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor
Walk through a vineyard with a wine specialist and meet the producer. Taste the wine with a traditional tapa. The route also visits Cabo Girão and Câmara de Lobos.
This is my pick for a vineyard visit when you have half a day. You can go in the morning or afternoon. It's for adults aged 18 or over.
The trade-off.Lunch and entrance fees cost extra. That includes the Cabo Girão skywalk. Check your pickup time the day before. The driver waits no more than five minutes.
From price
€70 per adultLunch and entrance fees cost extra.
Duration
4 hours
Listed group limit The most people the operator takes on one departure. Your trip may have fewer.?
up to 14 people
Listed guide languages
Portuguese, English, Spanish
Listed departure times
09:00, 14:00 (Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Lowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
Times are local. Check your date and the guide language when you book.
Before you book
It's for ages 18 or over.
Wine tasting is included. Lunch and tips cost extra. Entrance fees, including Cabo Girão, are paid separately.
Check your email or WhatsApp for the pickup time the day before. Drivers wait no more than five minutes.
Departures are at 09:00 or 14:00 on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Bad weather can cancel the trip. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Give this one a miss if you're pregnant, or if you have a back or spine injury or a heart condition.
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Details as of .
Private tours and other formats
This section includes private outings and an independent food walk. You'll also find a farm dinner and a guided fruit-farm visit. Prices are per person except for the private 4x4.
The self-guided tapas walk
Madeira Walking Food & Drink Tour
4.86/5 from 112 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor
Explore Funchal's food on a digital route around the Mercado dos Lavradores without a guide. Food and drinks are included. Ask about the stop count and duration before booking.
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Details as of .
The farm dinner with vegan menus
"Re-Canto" Farm-to-Table with Stunning Views at Madeira
4.97/5 from 110 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor
An evening farm visit and seasonal dinner with a poncha welcome, and vegetarian and vegan menus available. Book for at least two people aged 6 or over. Make your own way there, bus 34 serves the farm.
From price
€60 per adult
Duration
3 hours
Listed group limit
your own party, up to 12 per booking
Listed guide languages
English
Listed departure times
18:00 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Pickup
Meet at the start point
Before you book
Book for at least two people aged 6 or over. The adult fare applies from age 6.
It starts at 18:00 on weekdays. Book at least 12 hours ahead.
Get to the farm yourself. Bus 34 towards Canto do Muro serves it.
Vegetarian and vegan menus are available. Give your dietary requirements when booking.
Ask how many courses your dinner includes. The menu descriptions give different counts. This isn't a cooking class.
Weather or too few bookings can cancel the dinner. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Details as of .
The private levada walk with poncha and espetada
Gastro hike (Private Tour)
5.00/5 from 54 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor
A private levada walk of 3.5 or 5.5 km with a certified guide, followed by poncha and an espetada lunch or dinner. Transport and the meal are included. Book with at least two adults.
From price
€80 per adult
Duration
5 hours
Listed group limit
private
Listed guide languages
Portuguese, English, Spanish
Listed departure times
11:00, 16:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Before you book
Book with at least two adults aged 18 or over. The maximum booking is four people.
Children from 6 can join.
Choose the Weekend option for a weekend trip. Prices are per adult.
Pickup covers Funchal and Caniço, plus Câmara de Lobos. Contact the guide about other areas.
Weather or too few bookings can cancel the trip. Tips cost extra.
Book at least four hours ahead. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Details as of .
The private 4x4 wine day, priced per group
Madeira Island Private Wine Full Day Tour in All Terrain Vehicle
5.00/5 from 50 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor
A private restored 4x4 with a certified guide for visits to Quinta do Barbusano and Henriques & Henriques. Prices are per group for up to 3 or 5 people. Lunch and alcoholic drinks cost extra.
From price
€250 per group
Duration
7 hours to 9 hours
Listed group limit
private
Listed guide languages
German, Portuguese, English, Spanish
Listed departure times
09:00 (Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Before you book
Choose Groups up to 3 people or Groups up to 5 people. Each option has a price per group.
Children up to 12 join free. Check the vehicle option for your whole party.
The Nissan Patrol has four sideways seats at the back. Ask which vehicle you'll use before booking.
Lunch and alcoholic drinks cost extra. Quinta do Barbusano admission is extra. Cabo Girão is on request with admission paid separately.
It runs Tuesday to Friday. Ask about public holidays. Pickup covers Funchal and Santa Cruz, plus Câmara de Lobos. Other areas cost extra.
Bad weather can cancel the trip. Book at least ten hours ahead. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Details as of .
The fruit farm by cable car
Incredible tour to a 'Faja' with a story
4.81/5 from 104 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor
A guided walk through the fruit orchards at Fajã dos Padres, reached by a 3-minute cable car from Quinta Grande. Choose Guided visit with fruit taste if you want the tasting included.
From price
€35 per adult
Duration
2 hours
Listed group limit
up to 12 people
Listed guide languages
Portuguese, English, Spanish
Listed departure times
10:30 (Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Pickup
Meet at the start point
Before you book
Choose Guided visit with fruit taste for the tasting. Guided Visit covers the visit and return cable car.
Take the cable car from Quinta Grande. Meet the guide at the bottom. Allow time to descend before the 10:30 start.
It runs on Monday and Wednesday to Saturday. Book at least eight hours ahead.
Bookings cover ages 0 to 100. The adult fare starts at age 12. Look elsewhere if walking is hard for you.
Weather or too few bookings can cancel the trip. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Give this one a miss if you have a heart condition.
Wine and food tours in Madeira: questions before booking
Short answers from the listings
How do the prices compare?
The comparison table shows starting adult prices for the guided trips. The half-day vineyard visit has the lowest starting price among the five ranked trips. Lunch and entrance fees cost extra. The private 4x4 charges per group, with separate options for up to three or five people. Other prices here are per person. Check the option and date before booking.
Which wine tour includes a vineyard visit?
I'd choose the full wine day for a vineyard walk with lunch and visits to Blandy's and Barbeito's. It runs on Wednesdays and Fridays. For a shorter trip, the half-day visit includes a vineyard walk and wine tasting. Lunch costs extra. The vineyard and cable-car day adds Fajã dos Padres and includes lunch.
Which tour visits Blandy's Wine Lodges?
The full wine day begins with a private visit and fortified-wine tasting at Blandy's Wine Lodges. It also visits the vineyards in São Vicente and finishes its tastings at Barbeito's. Funchal hotel pickup is included. Without pickup, meet at Blandy's on Avenida Arriaga 28 at 09:15.
Where can I try poncha with a guide?
The nine-stop Funchal walk includes poncha among its six drinks. It's for ages 18 to 90 and requires moderate fitness. The private gastro hike pairs a levada walk with a poncha stop and its history. Poncha is cane spirit with honey and lemon. The farm dinner serves it as a welcome drink.
Which experience suits vegetarians or vegans?
The farm dinner offers vegetarian and vegan menus. I'd start there for a vegan meal. The vineyard and cable-car day offers a vegetarian lunch on request. Taste Funchal doesn't suit vegans. Give your dietary requirements when booking.
Which tours can children join?
Children from 5 can join the full wine day. Taste Funchal takes children from 7. The farm dinner and gastro hike take children from 6. The fruit-farm visit accepts children from birth. The self-guided walk starts at age 15. Eating Madeira is for adults. The half-day vineyard visit and the vineyard day with the cable car also start at age 18. Children up to 12 join the private 4x4 free. Check the vehicle option for your whole party.
Where do I meet the guide, and is pickup included?
The full wine day includes Funchal hotel pickup. Otherwise, meet at Blandy's at 09:15. Taste Funchal starts at the office beside Sé Boutique Hotel. Eating Madeira meets beside H&M at Infante Roundabout at 09:45. The half-day trip collects in Funchal and Caniço, plus Câmara de Lobos. The vineyard and cable-car day also covers Ponta do Sol and Calheta. Bus 34 towards Canto do Muro serves the farm dinner. For the fruit-farm visit, meet the guide at the bottom of the cable car.
Which days and times can I book?
The full wine day starts at 09:30 on Wednesdays and Fridays. The half-day visit leaves at 09:00 or 14:00 on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The vineyard and cable-car day runs Tuesday to Saturday at 09:00. Taste Funchal runs Monday to Saturday with starts at 10:30, 13:00 and 16:00. Eating Madeira starts at 10:00. Ask about Monday before booking because its calendar and meeting instructions disagree. The farm dinner starts at 18:00 on weekdays.
Which trip could fit a cruise stop or a short stay?
I'd check Taste Funchal first for a guided walk in town. Match its duration and start time in the table to your ship's all-aboard time. Allow for getting to the meeting point and back to the dock. The private 4x4 can collect at the cruise dock. For the self-guided walk, ask about the route length before booking around a fixed return time. Its duration details conflict.
What happens if I need to cancel?
Every trip here offers a full refund when you cancel at least 24 hours before departure. Taste Funchal needs at least four participants. If fewer book, you can reschedule or get a refund. Bad weather can cancel the half-day vineyard visit or private 4x4. The farm dinner, gastro hike and fruit-farm visit can be cancelled for weather or too few bookings.
How this selection was made
How we compared
We started from the 36 wine tasting and food tours in Madeira that guides and other providers sell on Viator. We read every one of them.
First the bar: 4.5 stars or more from at least 30 reviews, Viator and Tripadvisor counted together. 24 of the 36 fell short of that and stayed out. We also look at the Viator reviews on their own. A trip rated below 4.5 by five or more Viator travellers stays out, whatever the combined score says.
Then the fit. Does the trip do what this page promises? Do its details agree with each other? When the same trip is sold under two names, we show it once. One more trip passed the review bar but stayed out for those reasons.
The order comes from this score. It uses the exact rating. Ties go to the trip with more reviews.
(rating × reviews + 4.6 × 50) ÷ (reviews + 50)
The score is about reviews, nothing else. It does not say how good your day will be. We have no review texts and we have not taken every trip. The line under each name says when we would pick it. Commission never changes the order.
Edited by Roman Antonov. I love Madeira and keep going back. Trip details come from the operators' own listings on Viator, read line by line and compared.
Prices, times, conditions and review counts come from the operators' listings on Viator, as of 13 to 20 September 2026. We last went through this list on 20 September 2026.
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