7-Nights Madeira New Year's Celebration - Festivals & Special Events from $4,028

Goway Travel

OFFER ID 1722914

Epic Scenery Celebrate New Year in Madeira with world-famous fireworks, a gala dinner, scenic Jeep tours, breathtaking landscapes and historic Funchal.

Trip Overview:

Celebrate New Year in Madeira with world-famous fireworks, a gala dinner, scenic Jeep tours, breathtaking landscapes, and historic Funchal.

Highlights:

Celebrate New Year's Eve with Madeira's world-famous fireworks over Funchal Bay.
Enjoy an elegant New Year's Eve Gala Dinner.
Discover Funchal's historic charm, gardens and local culture.
Explore Madeira's dramatic landscapes on an exciting Jeep adventure.
Experience breathtaking mountain, coastal and scenic viewpoints throughout the island.

Included Services:

Private airport and hotel transfers with airport meet and greet
7 nights premium accommodation in Funchal (adults only)
Shared Funchal city center guided walking tour with English-speaking guide
Shared half-day Skywalk, Cliffs & Valleys Jeep tour with English-speaking guide/driver
New Year's Eve Gala dinner at Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
Breakfast daily (excluding day 1), and 7 dinners

Excluded Services:

Travel insurance
International airfare & airfare taxes
Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
Gratuities
Optional excursions
Items of a personal nature
Passport & Visa fees, if applicable

7 nights from $4,028 per person

Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Madeira!

Welcome to Madeira, the perfect destination to celebrate an unforgettable New Year’s Eve. Famous for its spectacular fireworks display over Funchal Bay, the island combines festive celebrations with breathtaking scenery, warm hospitality and unique island charm. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Funchal as the city comes alive with concerts, entertainment and seasonal events, while discovering Madeira’s dramatic landscapes, colourful gardens, charming villages and rich culinary traditions.

Upon arrival into Madeira, you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to your accommodation.

Hotel: Hotel Porto Bay Santa Maria (4 Star Rating)

Hotel Porto Bay Santa Maria is an elegant seafront retreat offering unparalleled views of the Atlantic Ocean. Situated in the historic center of Funchal, this hotel provides convenient access to the city's rich cultural heritage, vibrant markets, and charming local shops.

The aesthetic of Hotel Porto Bay Santa Maria exudes timeless elegance, with classic architecture complemented by modern touches. The interiors are tastefully decorated, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The lush, well-maintained gardens and expansive terraces enhance the hotel's serene ambiance, making it an ideal spot for relaxation.

Guests at Hotel Porto Bay Santa Maria can enjoy a wide range of facilities designed for comfort and leisure. The hotel features two outdoor swimming pools and an indoor pool, perfect for a refreshing dip. The wellness center offers a variety of treatments, including massages and a fully equipped fitness center. Dining options include an on-site restaurant serving delectable local and international cuisine, and several bars providing a relaxed setting for enjoying cocktails and light snacks. Additional amenities include free Wi-Fi, a library, and a games room.

Meal(s): Dinner

Day 2: Funchal City Tour

Discover the charm and history of Funchal on this guided three-hour walking tour through the city's most iconic sights. Stroll along the scenic Avenida do Mar waterfront, explore the vibrant Farmers' Market with its exotic fruits, flowers and traditional fish stalls, and wander the cobbled streets of the Old Town, including colourful Rua de Santa Maria. Admire the beautiful Sé Cathedral, Praça do Município and the peaceful Municipal Garden, where you'll enjoy a coffee, tea or fresh juice with a traditional Madeira honey cake or custard tart. Finish with panoramic views from Santa Catarina Park and visit the historic Holy Trinity Church and João Gonçalves Zarco statue.

Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.

Hotel: Hotel Porto Bay Santa Maria (4 Star Rating)

Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3: Half Day Jeep Adventure

Experience Madeira's dramatic landscapes on a half-day Jeep adventure through the island's spectacular mountains and coastline. Journey to Boca dos Namorados for breathtaking views over Curral das Freiras (Nun's Valley), before continuing along an exciting off-road trail to Boca da Corrida, where panoramic vistas showcase Madeira's volcanic peaks. Descend to Jardim da Serra, famous for its cherry orchards, with time to enjoy a coffee, tea or traditional poncha (own expense). Continue to Cabo Girão, home to one of Europe's highest sea cliffs and its famous glass-floored skywalk, before visiting the charming fishing village of Câmara de Lobos and ending with a Madeira wine tasting.

Hotel: Hotel Porto Bay Santa Maria (4 Star Rating)

Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4: Day at leisure

Celebrate New Year's in Funchal, where the city comes alive with one of Madeira's most spectacular annual events. Festivities typically begin today, with live concerts, cultural performances, street entertainment and a vibrant atmosphere filling the waterfront and historic centre. As the celebrations build, visitors can enjoy festive markets, music and local cuisine before the unforgettable New Year's Eve fireworks display over Funchal Bay, renowned as one of the world's most impressive. Whether exploring the lively streets or soaking up the harbour views, this festive experience offers a memorable way to welcome the new year. Event schedules are released closer to the celebrations.

Hotel: Hotel Porto Bay Santa Maria (4 Star Rating)

Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5: New Years Eve celebrations!

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in elegant style with a spectacular gala dinner offering the perfect setting to welcome the year ahead. Enjoy an unforgettable evening featuring a refined festive menu, elegant surroundings and exceptional service, complemented by live entertainment and a vibrant celebratory atmosphere. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Funchal, this special occasion provides the opportunity to experience Madeira’s world-famous New Year’s celebrations, including the spectacular fireworks display over the bay. Combining fine dining, festive glamour and memorable moments, the New Year’s Eve Gala promises a truly special way to celebrate the arrival of the year ahead.

Hotel: Hotel Porto Bay Santa Maria (4 Star Rating)

Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6: Happy New Year

Enjoy a relaxing New Year's Day at leisure and take the opportunity to discover Madeira at your own pace. After the previous evening's celebrations, unwind with a leisurely stroll along Funchal's scenic waterfront, enjoy a coffee overlooking the harbour, or explore the city's charming streets and gardens. For those looking to venture further, Madeira offers beautiful viewpoints, picturesque villages, lush landscapes and coastal scenery waiting to be discovered. Whether you choose to relax at the hotel, savour local cuisine, visit a nearby attraction or simply soak up the island’s peaceful atmosphere, today is yours to enjoy.

Hotel: Hotel Porto Bay Santa Maria (4 Star Rating)

Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7: Day at leisure

Enjoy a day at leisure to discover Madeira at your own pace. A popular option is to ride the Funchal Cable Car to the hilltop village of Monte, where spectacular views stretch across the city, coastline and harbour. Explore the beautiful Monte Palace Tropical Garden, visit the historic Church of Nossa Senhora do Monte, or experience the island's iconic wicker toboggan ride, a unique tradition that descends towards Funchal in hand-crafted wicker sledges. For more gardens and panoramic scenery, continue via the separate Botanical Garden Cable Car to the Madeira Botanical Garden, located just outside Monte.

Hotel: Hotel Porto Bay Santa Maria (4 Star Rating)

Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8: Depart Madeira

Today, enjoy your final moments in Madeira before being collected from your hotel and transferred to the airport for your return flight home. As your New Year’s escape comes to an end, take with your wonderful memories of the island’s breathtaking landscapes, vibrant celebrations, warm hospitality and unforgettable experiences. We hope you have enjoyed your time discovering Madeira and celebrating the arrival of the new year in this beautiful Atlantic destination.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Featured Destinations

Funchal (Madeira), Portugal

Madeira has been described as "Island of Eternal Spring". It is renowned for its wine, which many feel ranks among the world’s best. Funchal has a wide selection of resort hotels where watersports, golf and tennis are popular. Visitors can tour the 15th-century cathedral, orchid gardens of Quinta das Cruzes, and buildings associated with Christopher Columbus. Madeira’s discoverer, Zarco, is believed to have lived in the house Quinta das Cruzes. Now it displays furniture and paintings and is surrounded by fabulous gardens. The stunning 15th-century design of Sé Cathedral features white stucco with contrasting black basalt and red tufa rock; the ceiling is inlaid with ivory. Located near Town Hall, the Museum of Sacred Art contains art from several islands, including a group of 15th- and 16th-century paintings of Portuguese and Flemish schools. Visit colorful Mercado dos Lavradores during the morning to see flower vendors and fish and produce stands.

Excursions

Funchal History & Tradition (6 - 8 Hours)

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Meet your expert guide and private chauffeur at the dock.

During the morning, indulge in a private embroidery workshop at a family own embroidery factory, where you will learn the local secrets and get the chance to bring your own embroidery work.

Lunch (not included) will be served at a local cozy regional restaurant, where you can delight with local recipes.

After lunch, enjoy a private guided visit to Santa Catarina Chapel, the first house of worship built in Madeira, in 1425. This chapel is located in the Santa Catarina Park. This temple features decorative elements of Manueline architecture and it is one of the most appreciable architectural monuments of the Manueline ogival in Madeira, notable for its arches, columns and spider mite vaults around the sacred body.

Pass by and visit the Sé Cathedral, a church dating back to the XV Century, direction to the Marketplace where you can admire a variety of fresh fruit, vegetables and fish.

To finish the tour passing through the old part of town, enjoy a private guided visit to the Botanical Garden one of the most beautiful gardens in the region, with marvelous views overlooking the city of Funchal. The estate dates from 1881 and was created by the Reid family as their private park.
The garden covers an area of 80,000 m² and is home to a fascinating collection of a wide variety of plants. It also has an area dedicated to research and conservation.

Ending the tour, your chauffeur will drop you off at the dock.

Includes: Full-Day at Disposal, as per itinerary, by Deluxe Vehicle, with English Speaking Fluent Driver (6 - 8 Hours); Expert Guide - Half-day at Disposal, as per itinerary (3 - 4 Hours); Entrance fees at chapel of Sta. Catarina, Sé Cathedral, Botanical Garden (Optional); Private Visit & Embroidery Workshop (Optional).
Not feasible: Weekends and National Holidays.

Note: This itinerary can also be applicable to regular city stays.

Funchal History & Wine (6 - 8 Hours)

Meet your expert guide and private chauffeur at the dock.

Meet your expert guide and private chauffeur at the dock.

During the morning, indulge in a private embroidery workshop at a family own embroidery factory, where you will learn the local secrets and get the chance to bring your own embroidery work.

Lunch (not included) will be served at a local cozy regional restaurant, where you can delight with local recipes.

After lunch, enjoy a private guided visit to Santa Catarina Chapel, the first house of worship built in Madeira, in 1425. This chapel is located in the Santa Catarina Park. This temple features decorative elements of Manueline architecture and it is one of the most appreciable architectural monuments of the Manueline ogival in Madeira, notable for its arches, columns and spider mite vaults around the sacred body.

Pass by and visit the Sé Cathedral, a church dating back to the XV Century, direction to the Marketplace where you can admire a variety of fresh fruit, vegetables and fish.

To finish the tour passing through the old part of town, enjoy a private guided visit to the Botanical Garden one of the most beautiful gardens in the region, with marvelous views overlooking the city of Funchal. The estate dates from 1881 and was created by the Reid family as their private park.
The garden covers an area of 80,000 m² and is home to a fascinating collection of a wide variety of plants. It also has an area dedicated to research and conservation.

End your day with a private visit followed by lectured wine tasting at a wine cellar.

Madeira's wine has been famous for over five centuries. It was a favorite of Napoleon, Russian czars, and of the United States' first president, George Washington. It was the wine chosen to toast the signing of America's Declaration of Independence and even Shakespeare wrote of Falstaff's willingness to trade his soul for "a cup of Madeira and a cold capon."

At the end of the day, your driver will take you back to the dock.

Includes: Transportation - Full-Day at Disposal, as per itinerary, by Deluxe Vehicle, with English Speaking Fluent Driver (6 - 8 Hours); Expert Guide - Full-day at Disposal, as per itinerary (6 - 8 Hours); Private Embroidery Workshop; Wine Lodge Private Visit followed by Lectured Wine Tasting; Entrance fees at chapel of Sta. Catarina, Sé Cathedral, Botanical Garden (Optional); Private Visit & Embroidery Workshop (Optional).
Not feasible: Weekends and National Holidays.

Note: This itinerary can also be applicable to regular city stays.

Madeira Mountains Jeep Tour (8 Hours)

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Madeira has a great natural beauty with tropical gardens and spectacular panoramic views. Its green mountains, cliffs, steep valleys, flowers, sun and its blue sea, happiness and hospitality melt together to create an island of sublime peace.

Meet and greet your expert chauffeur at the dock. Today, venture on a 4-wheel scenic drive with panoramic views, interesting places and sensational encounters with Madeira's natural heritage.
Your tour will continue through deep ravines, winding roads, cultivated fields falling into the sea and an abundance of Mediterranean and tropical plants are typical features of southern Madeira. The charming fishing village of Câmara de Lobos, a favorite spot of Winston Churchill is one of the few places on the island which has remained untouched by the passing of time.

Câmara de Lobos is an emblematic town, it is
one of the most ancient and historical places in the Island. This was one of first colonized places in Madeira, due to the easy accesses by sea with its charming bay, where nowadays several and varied colorful embarkations are docked.

Pass by Fajã das Galinhas on your way to Boca da Corrida viewpoint. Located at an elevation of about 1,000 meters, it offers a magnificent view over the Curral das Freiras valley, Eira do Serrado and the central massif. Not far from Funchal hidden in between high mountains and deep valleys lie remote villages and hamlets such as Jardim da Serra with its splendid view over the Nuns valley.

Next stop will be Campanário, a verdant town with a splendid view over the sea. This town owes its name to an islet, similar to the bell tower of a church, which is situated along the coast.

Stop for lunch (not included) in a regional restaurant.

After lunch, your adventure will continue further west towards Cape Girão, an almost vertical promontory that rises 580 meters above the ocean, being the largest promontory in Europe and the second largest in the world.

Take a final stop at the Quinta Grande, to admire the vineyards of Madeira Wine.

Your driver will take you back to the dock.

Includes: Transportation - Full-Day Private Jeep Tour, with English Speaking Fluent Driver (8 Hours).

Note: This itinerary can also be applicable to regular city stays.

Madeira Mountains Jeep Tour (4 Hours)

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Madeira has a great natural beauty with tropical gardens and spectacular panoramic views. Its green mountains, cliffs, steep valleys, flowers, sun and its blue sea, happiness and hospitality melt together to create an island of sublime peace.

Meet and greet your expert chauffeur at the dock. Today, venture on a 4-wheel scenic drive with panoramic views, interesting places and sensational encounters with Madeira's natural heritage.
Your tour will continue through deep ravines, winding roads, cultivated fields falling into the sea and an abundance of Mediterranean and tropical plants are typical features of southern Madeira. The charming fishing village of Câmara de Lobos, a favorite spot of Winston Churchill is one of the few places on the island which has remained untouched by the passing of time.

Câmara de Lobos is an emblematic town, it is
one of the most ancient and historical places in the Island. This was one of first colonized places in Madeira, due to the easy accesses by sea with its charming bay, where nowadays several and varied colorful embarkations are docked.

Pass by Fajã das Galinhas on your way to Boca da Corrida viewpoint. Located at an elevation of about 1,000 meters, it offers a magnificent view over the Curral das Freiras valley, Eira do Serrado and the central massif. Not far from Funchal hidden in between high mountains and deep valleys lie remote villages and hamlets such as Jardim da Serra with its splendid view over the Nuns valley.

Next stop will be Campanário, a verdant town with a splendid view over the sea. This town owes its name to an islet, similar to the bell tower of a church, which is situated along the coast. Your adventure will continue further west in direction of the scenic viewpoint of Cabo Girão, an almost vertical promontory that rises at 580 meters above the ocean.

Your driver will take you back to the dock.

Includes: Transportation - Half-Day Private Jeep Tour, with English Speaking Fluent Driver (4 Hours).

Note: This itinerary can also be applicable to regular city stays.

Funchal Sightseeing HD D&G (3 - 4 Hours)

Funchal at Your Leisure HD D&G (3 - 4 Hours)

Madeira

The Island of Madeira is situated in the north Atlantic Ocean off the coast of northwest Africa. There is a wide range of opportunities for leisure time. The Atlantic invites you sailing, fishing, whale & dolphin spotting, water skiing, surfing, diving and swimming. Sea temperatures vary between 18 to 24 ºC depending on the time of year. For sub aquatic enthusiasts, the Garajau coast line offers one of Europe's first underwater nature reserves.
Back on land there is a vast amount of leisure activities available - such as tobaggan rides and parks.

Excursions

Portugal: Madeira’s hidden treasures

Portugal: Land Rover Classic Jeep Tour - West/North

Vacation Details

Valid Date Ranges

11/07/2026 - 12/31/2028

from $4,028 per person

* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.

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from $4,028 per person

Length

7 Nights

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Deluxe
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Remarks

Pricing is dynamic and subject to change based on specific travel dates, room categories and availability. Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travelers are available on request - please inquire with your Travel Advisor.

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OFFER ID

1722914

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