Portugal is a country with a truly unique charm in everything, from its nature and architecture to its gastronomy and beverages. Multicultural Lisbon, Porto with its delightful old quarters, the palace complex in Sintra, the stunning historic towns of Lagos and Silves, the resorts of Estoril and Cascais with excellent opportunities for surfing and golf, and, of course, Madeira Island – all this is a must-see with your own eyes!

Madeira – a Portuguese island in the Atlantic Ocean, often referred to as the "European Hawaii" due to its unique nature. While Madeira doesn’t have many sandy beaches (most are pebble), it offers beaches with volcanic black or dark gray sand, as well as natural pools and coves equipped for swimming. Madeira is a paradise for hiking enthusiasts, with routes through mountains and along the levadas, ancient irrigation channels totaling 2,000 kilometers in length.

WHAT TO DO IN MADEIRA

Take a boat trip to watch whales or dolphins.
Visit one of the Laurissilva primary laurel forests.

Explore the island's capital, Funchal, to see the cathedral, botanical garden, farmer’s market, São Tiago Fortress, Monte Palace tropical garden, the Cristiano Ronaldo Museum, and the colorful graffiti-covered pedestrian street Rua de Santa Maria.
Visit the town of Santana, known for its brightly colored triangular houses made of stone, reeds, and straw dating back to the 16th century.

Take a trip to the three uninhabited islands – Selvagem Grande, Selvagem Pequena, and Ilhéu de Fora, which are nature reserves featuring rare plants and large bird populations.
Climb one of Europe’s highest cliffs, the 580-meter Cabo Girão, with a glass-floored observation deck that creates the illusion of floating in the air.