FUNCHAL BUS TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Three Clifftop Vantages Above Funchal: Pico dos Barcelos, Eira do Serrado & Cristo Rei
An approximate three-hour, afternoon bus excursion from Funchal that climbs to 355 meters and links three panorama points—essential for planning timing, stops and what to expect on the route.
Three Clifftop Vantages Above Funchal: Pico dos Barcelos, Eira do Serrado & Cristo Rei.
This short, afternoon excursion from Funchal carries you up to 355 metres to a sequence of high viewpoints: begin at Pico dos Barcelos for broad views over the city, continue to Eira do Serrado for a distinctive outlook over the Curral das Freiras, and finish at the Cristo Rei promontory where a 14‑metre statue surveys the Atlantic.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Panoramic sweep from Pico dos Barcelos
The tour opens at Pico dos Barcelos—an elevated vantage offering panoramic views over Funchal and its coastline, reached during the initial ascent to 355 metres.
Eira do Serrado and the Curral das Freiras
From Eira do Serrado the route provides a unique perspective over the steep-sided valley of Curral das Freiras, a highlight stop built into the highlands above Funchal.
Cristo Rei: a 14‑metre sentinel over the Atlantic
The final stop is the Cristo Rei viewpoint, where an imposing 14‑metre statue stands on a promontory overlooking the Atlantic—a definitive finish to the short tour.
What the day feels like
How the afternoon unfolds
The excursion is delivered as a concise, post‑noon outing that climbs to high viewpoints around Funchal in roughly three hours, linking city panoramas, an elevated valley lookout and a coastal monument.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this short bus outing suits—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Duration is approximately three hours and the outing is scheduled to depart after lunch.
No specific gear list is provided in the source material.
Pickup is arranged at your accommodation/hotel in Funchal.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the tour take?
Approximately three hours.
Where does the tour depart from?
Pickup is arranged at your accommodation/hotel.
What stops are included on the route?
The tour visits Pico dos Barcelos, Eira do Serrado and the Cristo Rei viewpoint.
Is the route suitable for children or less‑fit travelers?
The outing is described as an easy route and suitable for all ages.
How tall is the Cristo Rei statue at the final viewpoint?
The statue at the Cristo Rei viewpoint is 14 metres tall.