
Private The Poncha and Nikita Tour
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Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 11 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Private The Poncha and Nikita Tour worth booking?
Private The Poncha and Nikita Tour is a 3-hour experience in Funchal, Portugal, from $95 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (11)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $95 per person
Do you want to have a half-day drinking our typical drinks and not worry about how you will get home? Then get your friends or family and embark in a drink tasting route with our local spirit drink Sugar Cane Rum. Try th
What you get
About this experience
Do you want to have a half-day drinking our typical drinks and not worry about how you will get home? Then get your friends or family and embark in a drink tasting route with our local spirit drink Sugar Cane Rum. Try the Poncha, our typical drink made for the fisherman of the Island, try different flavors always with the finest Sugar Cane Rum. You don't want to drink only Poncha, it is fine we have another drink that taste fresh like a ice cream milk shake, the famous Nikita where you can opt with or without alcohol. Plus you get peanuts or beans to help you drink better, all very traditional madeiran way.
What's included
Included
- Driver/Local guide
- Private tour
- Offer 1 Poncha drink and 1 Nikita drink.
- Hotel/Port/Apartment pickup and drop-off
- Free WIFI onboard
- Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Food and other Drinks.
- 2nd Poncha and Nikitas.
What you'll see and do
Funchal
We will go to the best places in funchal to have a nice Poncha Drink
60 minutes here
Camara De Lobos
You come to the place that started all, Poncha and Nikita, Camara de Lobos it is one of the main towns to have the best madeira drinks.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
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North/South East Pick Up
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Funchal, Caniço Pick Up
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Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Pearl of the Atlantic
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for Private The Poncha and Nikita Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful Island
A spectacular experience, Duarte is the exact person to let us know the wonderful island of Madeira. Certainly it is to repeat.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Experience in Madeira
Duarte for me is the best guide on the island, super attentive, led the group to the best places, we were very grateful.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good trip.
It was an amazing tour. Where we had a lot of poncha of different qualities and flavors. It's a tradicional drink that is only made in Madeira Island. I really recommend this company.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Tour
We had a great time doing this tour as we had heard great things about Madeira's traditional drink Poncha. Camara de Lobos was such a lovely picturesque place and we found out it was once visited by Churchill himself. Worth doing and very reasonable price.
via Tripadvisor
go where the other tours don't
pick up around 9-10am went to hills above camara do lobos had poncho or nikita then into the mountains around the nuns valley. See views no other tour operator will show you beautiful and quiet. Take a packed lunch to have at the next stop then on to a hotel to see the gardens an have a drink (5 euro pp extra) and home about 6pm you will see places that were new to me and my friends who live here for most of the year.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Price range
- $95 to $200
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private The Poncha and Nikita Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Funchal.
How much does Private The Poncha and Nikita Tour cost?
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Prices start at $95 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Funchal usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private The Poncha and Nikita Tour take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Funchal is not rushed.
Is Private The Poncha and Nikita Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Funchal, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private The Poncha and Nikita Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private The Poncha and Nikita Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private The Poncha and Nikita Tour?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Funchal can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Funchal and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private The Poncha and Nikita Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Funchal within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Funchal?
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On Outty we rank every Funchal experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Jeep Tour Amazing West to Natural Pools -Full-Day, Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4, West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools Small Groups. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Funchal?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Funchal?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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