• All accommodation as described

• Meals as described in the Meal Plan

• Self-guided information pack containing your route notes

• Madeira guide book

• Luggage transfers

• Transfers after breakfast on days 2-3-4

• 21 gear bike hire

• Bike accessories hire (pannier, handlebar bag, milometer, bike lock, pump, repair kit, inner tube)

• Funchal-Monte cable car return ticket on day 7

• Welcome briefing

• Navigation App and GPX tracks available

• Travel insurance

• Bike helmet

• Travel to Canico

• Travel from Funchal on day 8

• Visas (if applicable)

• Tourist taxes may apply and are usually under 5 Euros per person per night

• Some meals as described in the Meal Plan

• Personal equipment

• Any additional activities/excursions indicated as optional

Each self-guided holiday comes with comprehensive route notes and a map or pocket guidebook of the area you are exploring. The route notes contain information about the places you will visit and the local transport you might need, along with the detailed route notes for your daily walks or cycle rides. We even include some tips for the best places to stop for lunch.

You can expect to receive your Self-Guided Pack containing your route notes, a map or guidebook, and all your relevant documents, no later than 3 weeks before your holiday start-date. We will send your documents using a signed-for courier so that you can track your package and know that it is safely on its way to you. For bookings of more than 4 people we will send an additional Self-Guided Pack. If you do not need this additional pack please inform our Sales Team. Your pack will be sent to the lead booker, so please remind them to pack it before setting off.

Should your self-guided trip be part of a longer adventure requiring you to leave home more than three weeks before your holiday start-date, please inform our Sales Team so that we can make alternative delivery arrangements.

Our Self-Guided Holidays are perfect for your next family holiday and are suitable for children of all ages.

Our partner hotels and accommodations are able to provide cots for young children, and some offer family rooms. We can also arrange hire of children’s bikes and tag along bikes for most of our self-guided cycling trips and with trips such as Lake Constance and the Danube offering routes on designated cycle paths you can rest assured in keeping your family safe.

As a parent we trust that you know your own child’s capabilities, so please read the itinerary details to ensure the distances covered each day are suitable for your family. If this is a first time walking holiday for your family, a centre based trip is a fantastic option as it allows you to easily opt out of a days walking if a day of building sand castles, swimming in the pool or visiting museums is calling instead.

Please discuss this further with our sales team who will be happy to assist in picking the best trip for your family.

This trip starts in Canico and ends in Funchal. All of our self-guided holidays are sold on a Land Only basis, allowing you the flexibility to choose the travel method that best suits you. The nearest airport for this trip is Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (Funchal), which is served by many departures from UK regional airports.

If you are flying to Funchal Airport you can travel via public transport (bus) to Canico - the journey takes around 20 minutes on the 'Line 113' bus and tickets cost around €5 per person.

Alternatively you may wish to take a taxi for approximately €15.

We can also arrange additional nights' accommodation before or after your self-guided trip, or you may even wish to make this trip part of a bigger trip of your own, or pair it with one of our other holidays - just ask our Sales Team for details.

This trip is on a bed and breakfast basis to allow you the opportunity to enjoy dining in local restaurants.

Madeira’s fertile volcanic soil and clever irrigation using the famous network of ‘levadas’ allow an array of mouth-watering fresh fruit and vegetables to be grown on the island. On top of that there’s an exquisite selection of seafood brought to port each day by the local fisherman. This holiday is on a bed and breakfast basis allowing you to experience the great tastes the island is famous for.

Madeira has many fantastic seafood restaurants serving delicacies such as limpets fresh from the grill served with garlic butter, lemon, and local bolo do caco (a typical circular Madeiran flatbread). For meat eaters we recommend sharing a picado with your travelling companions. Made with fried chunks of beef, garlic, and red peppers, this traditional Madeira dish is served on a large rectangular platter surrounded by French fries and is designed for everyone to grab a fork and dig in.

Food is varied and plentiful on Madeira and it’s not just savoury dishes the Madeirans excel at. Across the island you will find bakeries filled with delicious treats to satisfy any sweet tooth, including the traditional Portuguese tarts pastel del nata, and bolo de mel - a honey cake traditionally eaten at Christmas. Let’s not forget the drink for which the island is famed - Madeira Wine. This fortified wine comes in many forms, from a dry aperitif to a sweet dessert wine, making it the perfect addition to an evening meal, or a souvenir from a wonderful holiday on the island.

Water from the taps is perfectly drinkable on this holiday - please use this to fill your personal bottles for your daily activities. We do not encourage the purchase of single use plastic bottles.

We have hand-picked a great range of 4-star hotels for you on this trip, as well as a night in a family-run 2-star hotel in Porto da Cruz. Each hotel has been chosen for its wonderful location and warm hospitality. All the hotels offer something special such as a wellness centre, pool, or cosy bar - perfect for relaxing after a day cycling on the island.

Each hotel offers a great breakfast buffet to fuel you for the day ahead, and is in close proximity to many bars and restaurants where you can enjoy a traditional Madeiran meal.

We can arrange additional nights' accommodation before or after your trip if you would like to extend your time on the island - please speak to our Sales Team for more information.

Standard hybrid bikes come with 21 gears, and all bikes come equipped with a pannier and handlebar bag for your daily essentials, plus a milometer, bike lock, pump, repair kit, and spare inner tube.

The bikes provided for this trip come in two different frame types - unisex bike frame or male bike frame. Unisex bike frames are provided for passengers up to a height of 185cm, and male bike frames are provided for those above 185cm. If you would prefer a specific bike frame, e.g. a male bike frame, please request this from our Sales Team.

You also have the option of upgrading to "Bike Plus" hire on this trip for a supplement of £70. The Bike Plus option provides a slightly sportier sitting posture and comes with upgraded items such as 27 gears, hydraulic brakes, and a front suspension fork. This is a great option for those looking for a slightly comfier ride without upgrading to an e-bike.

Please note that it is a legal requirement to wear a helmet in Spain. We strongly recommend that you bring your own helmet with you for the best comfort, however you can order a helmet in advance to collect in Antequera before you begin cycling for an additional €40. Please contact our Sales Team to reserve this in advance of travel.

We also recommend packing a gel seat for extra comfort or a pair of padded cycling shorts as, whilst the cycling is leisurely and there are plenty of opportunities to stop and explore, it is always nice to have some padding for a more comfortable ride.

E-bikes are also available at a supplement of £255. We are also able to arrange tandem bikes, children’s bikes, trailers, and child seats. Please ask our Sales Team for details.

If you are looking for a bit of extra support whilst in the saddle, you can upgrade to an e-bike to make your ride even more leisurely.

Equipped with a battery and motor, these electric bikes give you a helping hand whilst you are pedalling, making it easier to climb hills, and travel further with less effort and more comfort.

E-bikes are available on this holiday at an additional supplement of £255. Just request this upgrade option from our Sales Team at the time of booking.

Your main luggage will be transferred between each of your hotels while you are out on your ride. We ask that you please ensure that each piece of your luggage is under 20KG and that your luggage is ready for collection each morning. You will also need a daypack to carry your daily essentials with you whilst you are riding.