17 days in Madeira Itinerary

On the 15th (Thu), make a trip to Levada Caldeirao Verde and then hike along Reserva Natural da Rocha do Navio.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, read Sao Jorge trip planner.

Vilnius, Lithuania to Sao Jorge is an approximately 14-hour combination of flight and car. Traveling from Vilnius to Sao Jorge, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Vilnius in December, things will get warmer in Sao Jorge: highs are around 23°C and lows about 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) early enough to drive to Canico.

Canico is known for wildlife, beaches, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: stroll through Ponta de Sao Lourenco, look for gifts at Alberto's Store, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Igreja Da Nossa Senhora Da Conceicao, and don't miss a visit to Art Point - Atelier Colaborativo de Artes.

For traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Canico itinerary site.

Traveling by car from Sao Jorge to Canico takes an hour. December in Canico sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 18°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Funchal.

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.

Funchal is known for parks, wildlife, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the awesome beauty at Pico do Arieiro, hunt for treasures at Mercado dos Lavradores, learn about winemaking at Blandy's Wine Lodge, and admire the natural beauty at Monte Palace Madeira.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, use the Funchal online day trip planner.

Funchal is just a stone's throw from Canico. December in Funchal sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to drive to Calheta.

Calheta is a municipality on the southwest coast of Madeira, Portugal. Kick off your visit on the 28th (Wed): trek along 25 Fontes Falls, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Igreja de Sao Bento, and then make a trip to Bica Da Cana.

To see ratings, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Calheta trip planner.

Getting from Funchal to Calheta by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Calheta are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to drive to Porto Moniz.

Porto Moniz is a municipality in the northwest corner of the island of Madeira. Kick off your visit on the 29th (Thu): delve into the lush surroundings at Laurissilva Forest, Head underground at Sao Vicente Caves, and then take some stellar pictures from MIradouro do Véu da Noiva. On your second day here, explore the activities along Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Aquario da Madeira, and then get your game on at Mini Eco Club.

For ratings, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Porto Moniz driving holiday planner.

Getting from Calheta to Porto Moniz by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Porto Moniz are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.