Madeira Private Sunrise Tour: Pico do Arieiro & Cristo Rei Viewpoint

Private tour · 4 hours · €75 per person

Experience a private sunrise tour to Pico do Arieiro. Watch the sunrise above the clouds and continue to Cristo Rei Viewpoint for Atlantic views.

Highlights

  • Watch the sunrise above the clouds at Pico do Arieiro
  • Continue to Cristo Rei Viewpoint after the mountain sunrise
  • Enjoy peaceful early-morning mountain viewpoints
  • Take a short relaxed walk before sunrise
  • Combine mountain and coastal scenery in one private morning

Full description

Begin the morning with an early private pickup and travel to Pico do Arieiro, one of Madeira’s most dramatic mountain viewpoints. Arrive in time to watch the first light appear over the peaks, with clouds, ridges and golden colors creating one of the island’s most memorable sunrise scenes.

After sunrise, enjoy time for photos and peaceful mountain viewpoints before continuing toward Cristo Rei Viewpoint, also known as Christ the King viewpoint. This coastal stop adds a different side of Madeira to the experience, with open Atlantic views and a relaxed atmosphere after the early mountain sunrise.

This private tour is ideal for travelers who want a beautiful sunrise experience without doing the PR1 hike. It combines Madeira’s mountain scenery with an easy coastal viewpoint in a calm and personal morning itinerary.

Includes

  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local driver support
  • Headlamps
  • Hiking poles

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm jacket
  • Camera
  • Water

Important information

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • People who cannot travel early in the morning

Know before you go

  • Pickup time depends on the sunrise schedule
  • Mountain weather can change quickly
  • The tour involves some walking before sunrise
  • This is a private tour with manual availability confirmation

What guests say about our tours

Rated 4.9/5 from verified GetYourGuide reviews.

Excellent tour guide.

B

Bruce

United States · Verified GetYourGuide booking

Relaxed and enjoyable.

C

Claire

Ireland · Verified GetYourGuide booking

Communicative, knowledgeable and kind.

H

Heather

United States · Verified GetYourGuide booking

The sunset was beautiful.

G

GetYourGuide traveler

France · Verified GetYourGuide booking

Frequently asked questions

Does this tour include PR1?+

This tour may include a short walk near the PR1 area and viewpoints, but it is not a PR1 hike.

How is payment made?+

Payment is arranged only after availability is confirmed. Once your request is accepted, we will send you a secure Stripe payment link to complete your booking.

Is this instantly confirmed?+

No. Your request is only confirmed after we check availability and reply personally by email, phone or WhatsApp.

What is the cancellation and refund policy?+

Cancellation and refund conditions are confirmed before payment and follow our Terms and Conditions. Late cancellations, no-shows or last-minute changes may be refused or charged depending on the confirmed arrangement.

What happens if mountain weather is bad?+

Mountain weather can change quickly. If conditions are unsafe or unsuitable, the route, timing or viewpoint may be adjusted. If needed, we will discuss another available option with you.

What happens if I am late for pickup?+

Please be ready at the agreed pickup time. Delays may reduce the tour time, and missed pickups may be treated as a no-show.

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