Self-Guided Sightseeing Tour on an Eletric Car | Funchal

Exploring Funchal, Madeira has never been easier. Travelers can now embark on a self-guided sightseeing tour in an electric car, providing a unique and eco-friendly way to discover the city’s highlights. With a curated app featuring voice narrations, this tour offers an engaging experience for up to two people. But what we love about this tour, and why should you consider it for your next Funchal adventure?

About Your Stay

• Self-guided tour in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal with an electric car rental, providing a curated sightseeing experience through voice narrations and an exclusive app.
• Tour includes a refundable credit card deposit, collision damage waiver, and gratuities, ensuring a seamless and worry-free experience.
• Suitable for groups of up to 2 people, with a maximum weight limit of 200kg, and restrictions for pregnant women and those with serious medical conditions.
• Tour is not wheelchair accessible but located near public transportation, and children aged 7-12 can travel with a booster seat.
• Spinach provides briefing, support, and assistance in case of battery depletion, and rescheduling is allowed in bad weather.

Tour Overview and Details

The self-guided sightseeing tour on an electric car in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, offers travelers an excellent 19-review, 100% recommended experience with a Badge of Excellence.

Priced from $58.81 per group (up to 2), the tour includes an exclusive app, voice narrations, and a Spinach electric vehicle rental to explore Funchal’s highlights.

Travelers must present a valid driver’s license and ID, and children 7-12 can travel with a booster seat.

While not wheelchair accessible, the tour is near public transportation.

In case of battery depletion, support is available to assist.

Inclusions and Requirements

Exclusive App and Voice Narrations provide a curated sightseeing experience, while the Spinach electric vehicle rental allows travelers to explore Funchal’s highlights.

The tour package includes:

• Curated routes covering the city’s top sights
• Gratuities and a refundable credit card deposit per car
• Collision Damage Waiver through the Spinach Insurance

To participate, guests must present a valid driver’s license and ID document or passport.

Children aged 7-12 can travel in a booster seat with advance notice. Weight limits and age restrictions apply to ensure a safe and enjoyable tour.

Safety and Accessibility

Although the self-guided sightseeing tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, it’s located near public transportation.

Travelers with back problems, pregnant women, or those with serious medical conditions should avoid this experience. The maximum weight limit for two people is 200kg (440lbs).

For children up to 13 years old, a mandatory Term of Responsibility is required. Drivers must be at least 18 years old, while children 7-12 can travel in a booster seat with advance notice.

Safety is prioritized, with collision damage waiver and third-party liability insurance included in the tour.

Support and Policies

Spinach provides briefing and support during the rental period, and in case of battery depletion, the provided support number can be contacted for assistance.

Rescheduling is possible in bad weather, subject to availability. Parking is allowed where cars and motorcycles are permitted, though paid parking may apply.

In the event of an accident, the tour includes third-party liability insurance, and travellers are advised to contact the support team for assistance.

• Rescheduling in bad weather, subject to availability
• Parking allowed where cars/motorcycles are permitted; paid parking may apply
• Accident procedures: third-party liability insurance included; contact support for assistance

Questions About Your Stay

How Long Does the Electric Car Tour Typically Last?

The tour typically lasts around 1-2 hours, depending on the pace and interests of the participants. The exact duration is not specified, but the tour is designed to allow travelers to explore Funchal’s highlights at their own leisure.

Can the Electric Car Be Driven Anywhere in Funchal?

The electric car can be driven in designated routes only, as prohibited areas include motorways, highways, and bridges. Drivers must stay within the curated routes covering Funchal’s highlights to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Is It Possible to Customize the Tour Route?

The tour routes are pre-programmed and cannot be customized. Guests must follow the designated routes, as driving is prohibited in certain areas like motorways, highways, and bridges for safety reasons. Deviating from the routes is not allowed.

Are Audio Guides Available in Other Languages?

The tour offers audio narrations in multiple languages. Travelers can select from several language options to enjoy the commentary during the self-guided experience. Language availability may vary, so customers should check with the provider for the latest options.

What Happens if the Electric Car Runs Out of Battery During the Tour?

If the electric car runs out of battery during the tour, the customer should contact the provided support number for assistance. The tour operator will send a replacement car or provide a tow to the nearest charging station.

Final Verdict On This Stay

Explore Funchal’s highlights in an eco-friendly electric car with a convenient self-guided tour. The curated app and voice narrations provide an engaging experience, while the included insurance and support ensure a hassle-free and memorable journey for up to two people at an affordable starting price of $58.81.