Private tour in Funchal Valdemar A
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Hi, my name is Valdemar, a 45 years old Madeira island native. I was born in the capital Funchal but my roots are in the west and east of the island, where my grandparents are from. For 16 years I have worked in a store. Getting in contact with people, knowing their stories, was the best part of it and enriched and gave me social skills. In my free time, this island was my breakout. 10 years ago my breakout became a full-time occupation and I swapped a store for an outdoor office and started delivering tours. First with sidecar motorcycles, then minibus and jeeps, as a freelancer guide and since then, my passion for this island got bigger. The satisfaction and smiling faces of my guests were the cherries on top. Right away I felt this was what I was meant to be doing with my life. I feel blessed and very lucky to be able to do what I love for a living. This year I have joined ToursByLocals private tours because they offer me the opportunity to deliver a tour more personal, tailor-made, and flexible where I can show you the places that made me feel this way! Taking a tour with me, I guarantee a memorable experience, where you will feel local. I will go the extra mile to overcome your expectations and you will go back looking forward to returning. Looking forward to meeting you. See you soon. Certified Tourism Guide/Driver, Licenced by the Autonomous Region of Madeira, in accordance with the ordinance nr. 61/2017. The car is registered according to the Portuguese tourism authority with license number RNAAT 375/2016 with the required by law liability insurance, accident insurance, and personal group insurance for activities outside the car. "Clean and Safe" stamp. Created by Turismo de Portugal authority to approve and distinguish tourist activities that are compliant with hygiene and cleaning requirements for the prevention and control of COVID-19 and other possible infections.
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First time in Madeira? Skip rigid itineraries and crowded buses. This is a fully customised, off-the-beaten-path adventure shaped by your interests and the island's live weather. Why Choose This Tour? Beat the Microclimates: Madeira has 20+ microclimates. If it rains north, we use live webcams to chase the sun south. Go Where Rental Cars Can’t: Our 4x4 vehicles access hidden valleys, secret viewpoints, and dirt roads big buses cannot reach. Smart Crowd Avoidance: We know when tour groups arrive at iconic spots and adjust our timing on the fly so you enjoy the views in peace. 100% Customized: After a brief chat at pickup, we build a bespoke route tailored to your pace and fitness level. From swimming in a 22°C ocean to standing above the clouds at 1,800m, experience the ultimate freedom of Madeira. Book your day and let the island surprise you! Groups up to 2 people, a discount of 100 € Will be offered. Please request a costumized link to book it with the discount.
This was my 3rd and final tour in Madeira with Valdemar and he still oozed with as much enthusiasm, pride and love for his country as he did on our first outing a week ago. He saved the frosting on the cake for the last day - Pico do Ariero, an amazing hike into the clouds!! Great tours Valdemar!!
If you are looking for an extraordinary adventure that takes you off the beaten path while immersing you in rich history and breathtaking island beauty, Valdemar is the ultimate guide. From the very beginning, Valdemar exceeded every expectation. He was incredibly punctual, warm, and highly accommodating, effortlessly tailoring the entire day's pace to our personal preferences. His English is absolutely flawless, and his fantastic personality made the journey incredibly fun. Valdemar doesn't just show you the island—he shares his passion for it. His wealth of knowledge and dedication turned an unknown itinerary into an unforgettable, deeply enriching experience. We cannot recommend him highly enough!
It was a very good tour , our guide was very excellent in knowledge and navigation. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Valdemar made our Madeira experience unforgettable. He took us to breathtaking hidden gems and shared so much knowledge about the island along the way. Super friendly, professional, and passionate about what he does. We truly felt like we were exploring Madeira with a local who timed perfectly to avoid crowds. Highly recommend touring with Valdemar if you want an authentic and memorable experience!
Valdemar is absolutely fabulous! His knowledge of the Madeira enables him to create the perfect experience tailored to your expectations. Our full day customized tour was the perfect mix of adventure and exploration. As the day progressed, he adjusted the plan to meet our pace, accommodate the weather, and avoid the crowds. We loved hearing anecdotes about the island history, vegetation, and culture. Valdemar even provided recommendation for the rest of our trip, which turned out to be perfect. I HIGHLY recommend booking with Valdemar. It will surely elevate your vacation to the next level!
We greatly enjoyed our day with Val. He was an amazing guide and gave us the perfect tour of Madeira. He had planned out the day to have a "taste" of his favorite places and experiences. He did a great job of communicating the culture and traditions of this beautiful island. We HIGHLY recommend working with Val for a custom day in Madeira!!
On this tour, we will visit mainly one of four regions, NorthWest/SouthWest/NorthEast/SouthEast, in a flexible, never rushing, and unique tour. All four regions have mountains, beautiful forests, amazing coastlines, cultural richness, and superb views that will make you fall in love with this island. Each region has its own identity and charisma. Visiting more than one region you will feel like you are visiting a different island. We can mix elements from different regions but keep in mind Madeira has nearly 800 Km2 with rugged and steep terrain and Funchal is in the SouthEast. For this tour, please bring, if possible, comfortable sports footwear, a rainproof jacket, and swimming gear if you are one of those persons that cannot resist a quick dip if an opportunity occurs.
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LandRover Discovery TDI from 96, all restored, with 4 seats available facing forward and 2 foldable ones facing sideway in the 3rd row.
Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
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