Santa Cruz Vacations from $759
Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings
- Plan, book, travel with confidence
Better together
Save up to $1,045 when you book a flight and hotel together*
Find the right fit
With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package
Rest easy
Plan, book, and manage your trip all in one place
Your Santa Cruz Vacation
The lively atmosphere, beaches and cultural experiences are three of the many reasons why travelers adore this beachfront city. Discover this exciting destination in whatever way you choose with a Santa Cruz vacation package. Ready to explore your new surroundings? Palheiro Gardens, Madeira Stadium and Palmeiras Beach are three of the most popular places to visit during a trip to Santa Cruz. Whoever you're escaping with and whatever your budget, your dream Santa Cruz vacation is only clicks away with Expedia.
The Latest Santa Cruz vacation packages
Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
Discover the most popular places to visit in Santa Cruz
Ponta da Oliveira
Find a secluded dive spot in the cove protected by this dramatic rocky bluff or walk along cliff-top paths to take in Atlantic coast views.
Santo da Serra Market
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Santo da Serra Market during your trip to Santo da Serra. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
Quinta Da Junta
Explore the great outdoors at Quinta Da Junta, a lovely green space in Santo da Serra. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
What to do in Santa Cruz
Madeira Stairway to Heaven to Larano Hike Mountain to Sea
$87
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Cruz Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Praia dos Reis Magos, Santa Cruz
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$364 nightly
The price is $383 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$383 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (228 reviews)
"Beautiful property! Excellent service! Wonderful vacation!"
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025
The Views Oasis - Family Friendly
Praia dos Reis Magos, Santa Cruz, Madeira
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$204 nightly
The price is $217 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$217 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (217 reviews)
"Beach access is great, high quality buffet and overall a great family hotel option."
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025
Dom Pedro Garajau
Estrada do Garajau, 131, Santa Cruz
$123 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
$132 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total includes taxes and fees
7.2/10 Good! (451 reviews)
Nice place for a few days
"Nice place. Welcoming/check in was ok, but not exceptional. No explanation on the wifi (just available in the lobby), the pools, and other services available to us. The room was clean but dated. No AC and no Wifi in the room."
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Santa Cruz Beach Vacation
Listen to the sound of waves lapping at the shore and stroll by the shimmering waters during your Santa Cruz vacation. If you need an escape from everyday life, a trip to Santa Cruz is your ticket to relaxation. We have plenty of Santa Cruz packages to pick from. Snap up one near Palmeiras Beach, just 0.1 miles from the center of town, and live out your vacation fantasies without blowing your budget.
Things You Should Know About Santa Cruz
- Imagine the smell of salty sea breezes floating through your window and the sound of lapping waves as your lullaby each night. There's nothing like a seaside escape. Take a look at our Santa Cruz beach hotels and see what's available.
- The apartments, such as Villa Camelia Boutique House and Cais da Oliveira, are popular with travelers here. Book either of these top options and your vacation in Santa Cruz is sure to be unforgettable.
- The population of Santa Cruz is approximately 6,000. If you're eager for a few sightseeing tips, there are lots of locals who'll be happy to fill you in. Our Santa Cruz things to do page is also a wealth of useful information.
- One attraction to add to your must-do list is Palmeiras Beach. However, there are plenty of other awesome things to explore in this region. Tick off more of them with our cheap Santa Cruz vacation deals.
More vacations you might like
Frequently asked questions
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Flights from Lisbon (LIS) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from New York (JFK) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Boston (BOS) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Porto (OPO) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Faro (FAO) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Ponta Delgada (PDL) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from London (LHR) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Paris (CDG) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Barcelona (BCN) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Madrid (MAD) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Miami (MIA) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Cristiano Ronaldo
- Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Amsterdam (AMS) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Denver (DEN) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Rome (FCO) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Orlando (MCO) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Washington (IAD) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Panama City (PTY) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from St. Louis (STL) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Portland (PDX) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Houston (IAH) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Tampa (TPA) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Nashville (BNA) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Cleveland (CLE) to Funchal (FNC)
- SATA International-Azores Airlines S.A. New York (JFK) to Funchal (FNC) flights
- Flights from Vienna (VIE) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Phoenix (PHX) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Zürich (ZRH) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from London (LGW) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Casablanca (CMN) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Seville (SVQ) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights to Cristiano Ronaldo
- Flights from Pittsburgh (PIT) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Tenerife (TFS) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Reykjavik (KEF) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Málaga (AGP) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Geneva (GVA) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Porto Santo (PXO) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Venice (VCE) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Munich (MUC) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Austin (AUS) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Tel Aviv (TLV) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Charleston (CHS) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Providence (PVD) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Las Palmas (LPA) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Baltimore (BWI) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Riga (RIX) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Beirut (BEY) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Brussels (BRU) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Cincinnati (CVG) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Richmond (RIC) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Lagos (LOS) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Palma de Mallorca (PMI) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Las Vegas (LAS) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Bucharest (OTP) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Belgrade (BEG) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Milan (MXP) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Jacksonville (JAX) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Boise (BOI) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Dublin (DUB) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Sofia (SOF) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Vilnius (VNO) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Birmingham (BHX) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Jersey (JER) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Milwaukee (MKE) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Prague (PRG) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Southampton (SOU) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Norfolk (ORF) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Warsaw (WAW) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from San Juan (SJU) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Budapest (BUD) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Florence (FLR) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Funchal (FNC)
- Flights from Windhoek (WDH) to Funchal (FNC)
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.