Madeira Walking Guide: Mountain Hikes, Levada Trails & Scenic Drives (Sunflower Guides)

Strap on your boots and discover Madeira on foot with the Sunflower Madeira travel guide which includes 100 long and short walks. On the days when your feet may have had enough, enjoy some spectacular scenery on one of our 6 recommended car tours.

Explore Madeira the Easy Way - On Foot and by Car

Discover Madeira with the guide that’s been trusted by travellers for over 35 years. The Sunflower Madeira guide is more than a walking book – it’s your complete Madeira travel guide for strolling, hiking and scenic driving, helping you explore the island at your own pace.

Fully updated after the authors’ latest trip, and with every walk rechecked, this long-established guide has helped generations of visitors discover the island’s famous levada walks and hidden corners with confidence.

Ideal for anyone planning a Madeira walking holiday, from the famous levada walks to scenic coastal routes, mountain hikes and flexible day trips, this guide helps you see more of Madeira with less effort.

Why choose Sunflower Madeira:

• 100 long and short walks for all abilities - From gentle levada strolls and coastal paths to more challenging mountain hikes – all clearly graded so you can pick what suits you
• Fully checked for every edition - Every route is revisited by the author to ensure accuracy, safety and up-to-date guidance you can trust with all the latest route changes and traveller feedbdack available via Sunflower’s online update service
• Unique car tours included - 6 scenic driving routes for when you want to explore further or take a break from walking
• Easy-to-use maps - Large-scale topographical maps with clearly marked waypoints plus a pull-out map for ease of use. A Funchal town plan is also included, highlighting bus boarding points
• Satnav & GPS ready - Free, downloadable GPS tracks plus satnav coordinates to get you straight to the start
• Turn every outing into a great day out - Handpicked picnic spots and ideas to help you slow down and enjoy the scenery
• Ideal for flexible travel - Public transport timetables included, perfect if you don’t want to hire a car every day

Unlike exclusively technical hiking guides, Sunflower Guides are created for enjoyment, reliability, flexibility and discover. Whether you want a short scenic walk, a full day out or a relaxed drive with stunning views, everything is designed to help you make the most of your time in Madeira.

UK Delivery:

• Free delivery on all orders of £10 or more.
• £1.49 delivery fee on orders below £10.
• UK orders are shipped via Royal Mail 2nd Class.

International Delivery:

• Flat rate delivery charges vary by country.

Dispatch and Delivery Times:

• All orders are shipped from our warehouse in Northampton, UK within 48 hours of receipt during working hours.
• UK mainland orders typically arrive within 3-5 working days via Royal Mail 2nd Class.
• International estimated delivery times:
• Europe & Channel Islands: 7 to 10 working days
• USA: 7 to 15 working days
• Rest of the World: 9 to 21 working days

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