Welcome to Madeira! We’ll collect you from the airport in the afternoon and head straight to your villa. Settle into your new space, explore the terraces and pool, and join everyone for welcome refreshments. As the sun begins to sink, we head out for an easy shakeout run from the villa – a gentle coastal route to loosen the legs after travel. Back at the villa, enjoy a traditional family dinner, followed by relaxed evening games and introductions.
Daily Distance: 5-8km
Welcome to Madeira! We’ll collect you from the airport in the afternoon and head straight to your villa. Settle into your new space, explore the terraces and pool, and join everyone for welcome refreshments. As the sun begins to sink, we head out for an easy shakeout run from the villa – a gentle coastal route to loosen the legs after travel. Back at the villa, enjoy a traditional family dinner, followed by relaxed evening games and introductions.
Daily Distance: 5-8km
After an early breakfast, we make our way to the famous Riberia Brava valley track for a morning speed session in one of the coolest tracks in the world. From here, we head straight to the natural swimming pools of Porto Moniz, perfect for a unique dip and lunch overlooking the ocean. In the afternoon we head for a guided hike/run along the famous Levada route, spotting some of the island’s most iconic waterfalls. Return to the villa for sunset downtime, before a relaxed family dinner night and an easy evening together.
Daily Distance: 8-20km
Start the day with a bucket-list moment: sunrise at Pico do Arieiro. From here, you’ll set off on a ridge walk linking Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo, Madeira’s highest peak. This dramatic route weaves across narrow ridgelines, volcanic rock formations, and sweeping cloud-sea views. After returning to the villa for a laid-back terrace lunch, we head out again for a cruisy easy run from the villa to round of the day and relax.
Daily Distance: 5-8km
Fuel up with a light breakfast before heading to Madeira’s eastern tip for a guided run along the Ponta de São Lourenço Peninsula – one of the most iconic runs of the trip. Return to the villa for lunch and rest before an afternoon canyoning, navigating waterfalls, natural slides, and crystal-clear pools with expert guides. As golden hour arrives, capture final group photos around the villa, then dress up for the final dinner. Celebrate the week with an evening of good food, and sunset drinks.
Daily Distance: 8-12km
On your final morning, head out for one last easy run from the villa as the island wakes up. Enjoy a relaxed breakfast together before we depart for the airport – carrying home incredible memories, new friendships, and the spirit of RUNHAUS.
Daily Distance: 5-8km
After an early breakfast, we make our way to the famous Riberia Brava valley track for a morning speed session in one of the coolest tracks in the world. From here, we head straight to the natural swimming pools of Porto Moniz, perfect for a unique dip and lunch overlooking the ocean. In the afternoon we head for a guided hike/run along the famous Levada route, spotting some of the island’s most iconic waterfalls. Return to the villa for sunset downtime, before a relaxed family dinner night and an easy evening together.
Daily Distance: 8-20km
Start the day with a bucket-list moment: sunrise at Pico do Arieiro. From here, you’ll set off on a ridge walk linking Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo, Madeira’s highest peak. This dramatic route weaves across narrow ridgelines, volcanic rock formations, and sweeping cloud-sea views. After returning to the villa for a laid-back terrace lunch, we head out again for a cruisy easy run from the villa to round of the day and relax.
Daily Distance: 5-8km
Fuel up with a light breakfast before heading to Madeira’s eastern tip for a guided run along the Ponta de São Lourenço Peninsula – one of the most iconic runs of the trip. Return to the villa for lunch and rest before an afternoon canyoning, navigating waterfalls, natural slides, and crystal-clear pools with expert guides. As golden hour arrives, capture final group photos around the villa, then dress up for the final dinner. Celebrate the week with an evening of good food, and sunset drinks.
Daily Distance: 8-12km
On your final morning, head out for one last easy run from the villa as the island wakes up. Enjoy a relaxed breakfast together before we depart for the airport – carrying home incredible memories, new friendships, and the spirit of RUNHAUS.
Daily Distance: 5-8km
RUNHAUS trips are designed for people in their 20s and 30s who want to combine travel, running, and meeting new people in a relaxed but active environment.
This trip hosts around 8-12 guests – small enough to feel personal, big enough for a community.
Yes! Before departure, we’ll open a group chat so you can meet everyone, ask questions, and get excited for the week.
Yep! We always offer multiple dates around the same period at the same villa.
No – flights are not included. This gives you full flexibility to choose the airports, times, and prices that work best for you.
The trip has a clear structure, but plenty of downtime. You’ll run, explore, and eat together – but also have hours each day to unwind, swim, nap, or enjoy the villa.
Prices vary based on room type e.g. a shared twin room costs less than a private room at solo occupancy. Once the trip is live, all prices will be available.
Not at all! Everything included in the price is clearly listed. Optional add-on activities and meals not included will always be communicated upfront.
Expect a mix of scenic road routes, coastal paths, forest trails, and viewpoint climbs – each handpicked to show off the best of the destination. All days include one guided run, ranging from 5-15 km, with optional extra runs for those who want more. Some days are easy shakeouts, others include tempo sections or gradual trail climbs, and there’s always the RUNHAUS interval track session to push each other further.
Our trips are welcoming and supportive, but they are running holidays – not beginners’ retreats – and are designed for the regular runner who trains consistently. You should be familiar with longer distances, comfortable running in warm temperatures, and tackling light elevation. If you can run 15km at an easy pace, and usually train a few times per week, then you’re ready. Faster runners will have space and encouragement to push; steadier runners won’t get left behind.
Each trip has its own selection of routes; forest trails, coastal paths, mountain viewpoints, road routes, and local town loops. Expect a mix of terrain and scenery throughout the week.
Absolutely – all runs will be guided and clear.
No – all runs are completely optional. Our routes are designed to suit a wide range of abilities, so you’re always free to take it easier, walk instead, or sit out a session entirely. It’s your trip, and you can choose what feels right for you each day.
The daily distance refers to the planned run length for that day, and doesn’t include any additional hiking distances. Many runs do not have a fixed distance because they’re designed to be flexible – allowing each person to choose the pace and distance that suits them, while still starting and finishing together as a group.
Once your place is secured, we’ll send you a detailed guide with recommended flight times that align with our pick-up and drop-off window.
We’ll share exact meeting points for the afternoon airport pickup locations closer to the trip date but in plenty of advance.
We’ll send you a full packing list, covering running kit, villa essentials, and optional items depending on the activities available once booked in
Rooms are assigned on arrival based on your booking type and a pre-trip questionnaire you will be asked to fill out once your spot is secured.
You’ll share with another guest of the same sex who has a similar profile based on your questionnaire. We do our best to pair people thoughtfully.
If there are any issues, speak to us. We’ll always try to find a solution that makes both guests comfortable.
Most rooms share bathrooms unless the room is specifically listed as having an ensuite.
Most meals are included and served family-style: big villa breakfasts, build-your-own spreads, fresh Mediterranean ingredients, pastas, grains, salads, fruits, meats, cheeses, and plenty of snacks. Our aim is simple – good food, lots of it, shared together.
You’ll have the chance to explore local restaurants for those meals. We’ll provide recommendations and coordinate group options.
Yes. You will be able to let us know on your booking and we’ll reach out before the trip to confirm details. We always ensure there’s plenty for you to eat.
We don’t supply drinks as part of the trip, though water is always available at the villa. You’re absolutely welcome to buy your own drinks and bring them along; just note that fridge space may be limited! Alcohol isn’t provided, but it’s not discouraged. If you’d like to pick some up, the trip leads will help coordinate a stop or group purchase once everyone arrives. Enjoy responsibly, relax, and make the trip feel like the one you want.
You can secure your spot with a deposit. The remaining balance is due three months before the trip.
Prices depend on your room type. Double rooms (solo or shared with a friend/partner), shared twins, and different villa layouts all have different rates. Full pricing is shown when each trip is live.
Yes absolutely – your money is not touched until your trip is completed. Please see our full terms and conditions for details.
