8 days in Madeira Itinerary

The capital of the island of Madeira for more than 500 years, Funchal represents a laid-back city made popular by its historical sites and climate.

Change things up with these side-trips from Funchal: Canical (Miradouro da Ponta do Rosto & Ponta de Sao Lourenco) and Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools (in Porto Moniz). Spend the 25th (Thu) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. And it doesn't end there: take in the awesome beauty at Pico do Arieiro, take in nature's colorful creations at Monte Palace Madeira, take in the dramatic natural features at Cabo Girao, and skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour.

To find where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Funchal trip itinerary maker website.

Dusseldorf, Germany to Funchal is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Dusseldorf to Funchal due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Dusseldorf in May, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 19°C in Funchal. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) so you can catch the flight back home.