Walking in Madeira

A lovely way to explore Madeira - 'Europe's answer to Hawaii'. Phillipe was a great tour guide. Not to be taken as criticism, and all apparent on close inspection of the itinerary, however it's worth noting that that this is a 'drive to a place and go for a gentle walk (and repeat)' trip and not an extended hike from point A to B over several days. The walks are very gentle (the levadas are flat, by definition) and for the 'main event' on the last day, you are driven to the summit of Pico do Ariero. Three of our group were over 70 and were not especially challenged. If you are looking for something a little more hardcore, this may not be the trip for you.

An awesome trip and Explore never fail to deliver the best experiences. From the tour guide to the accommodation to the wonderful itinerary - excellent!!

Excellent and knowledgeable tour leader. A fascinating island and a good range of walks. Although a little more strenuous in places than expected. However, we thoroughly enjoyed the holiday.