Visit MADEIRA’S famous FLOWER FESTIVAL and its beautiful GARDENS
Tour some of the island’s horticultural highlights and experience Madeira in bloom next spring
Thanks to its fertile volcanic soil, Madeira is a plant-lover’s paradise, with a range of species – from purple-blossomed jacaranda trees, orchids and bird of paradise plants to its Unesco-listed native laurel forest. It has been named the World’s Leading Island Destination at the World Travel Awards since 2015.
You’ll visit the island in time for its famous Flower Festival, where the streets of Funchal are filled with colourful floral floats and parades. Funchal, where you’ll be staying, is packed with highlights, such as a 15th-century cathedral. Foodies can discover the farmers’ market, or sample the local Madeira wine and will enjoy an excursion to the manicured Botanical Garden in the hills overlooking Funchal.
As well as the festival, you’ll explore two of Madeira’s other fine gardens; the oriental Monte Palace Tropical Garden and Palheiro Gardens.
EXPLORE FUNCHAL
Stroll around the Old Town, and wander tree-lined walkways, lively squares and winding streets.
INCREDIBLE SETTING
The four-star Four Views Monumental Hotel boasts panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and is perfectly placed to explore Funchal and beyond.
FLAVOURS OF FUNCHAL EXCURSION
You will visit a local market and a wine lodge, as well as learn all about the flower species of Madeira on this full-day trip.
ENJOY THE MADEIRA FLOWER FESTIVAL
One of the highlights of the island’s calendar, you will be mesmerised by the sights and smells of the colourful festival that parades through the streets of Funchal.
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