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Private Service The Monte Toboggan Sledge Halfday Tour

5.012 reviewsChurch of Our Lady of Monte (Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Monte)

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 3 languages
  • Private tour

Highlights

The Monte Toboggans Sledges first originated in the early 19th century when they were used as first means of "downhill" public transportation by the local residents who wanted to travel quickly from the village of Monte to the city of Funchal. Presently and for a number of years now, the Sledges are used to transport thousands of tourists every year, seeking a ride full of emotions, adrenaline and an unforgettable experience with splendid views over the city and beyond. We Partner with Carreiros do Monte to give you this thrilling adventure. We will take a walk around Largo da Fonte, a very famous square and beautiful with its gardens, then we go see the beautiful church of Monte where we can find the last tomb of the last Austro-Hungarian emperor. In the end you will take the fun ride of going down in the Toboggan sled. Note: Please note that it is not allowed to ride the biggest sled when you are only one person or two person.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Driver/Local guide
  • Hotel/Apartment pickup and drop-off
  • Free WIFI onboard
  • Toboggan Sled Ride
  • Transport by private vehicle

What's not

  • Food and Beverages
  • Pictures from the Toboggan Sledge Staff

Itinerary

  1. On the high altar is the image of Our Lady of Monte, venerated since the beginning of the settlement of the island of Madeira. In one of the side chapels was the tomb of Charles de Habsbourg, the last emperor of Austria, who lived in exile in Madeira.

    30 minAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Pearl of the Atlantic
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • please dress appropriately
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please be advised this is a partnership with Carreiros do Monte. We are not responsible for their policies and other unpredictable changes.
  • Please note that it is not allowed to ride the biggest sled when you are only one person or two person.

How it compares in Funchal

  • Its from-price is 45% above the median of the 655 experiences we list in Funchal.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 258 of 655.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Funchal

Funchal is the capital of Madeira, a Portuguese island in the Atlantic, set on steep green hills with flower-filled gardens and a seafront old town.

Funchal spreads up a steep hillside above a natural harbour on Madeira's south coast. The old town, the Zona Velha, has narrow lanes with painted doors and small restaurants, and the cathedral dates from around 1500. The Mercado dos Lavradores sells tropical fruit, fish and flowers in a hall decorated with blue tiles. A cable car climbs from the harbourfront to Monte, high above.

Top-ranked sights in Funchal: Sé Cathedral of Funchal, Church of Our Lady of Monte (Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Monte), Madeira Botanical Gardens.

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