Explore the Capital of Cape Verde, Praia, followed by a visit to Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Cape Verdean nation and culture. Savor a typical breakfast with a local family, visit the Assomada Market, and enjoy the most beautiful beach on the island, Tarrafal.
Arrival - Airport Transfer (Praia Airport to Hotel in Praia) – Check in
Nelson Mandela Praia International Airport - After disembarking, be welcomed by Your travel representative who will be waiting for you at Nelson Mandela International Airport with a sign displaying your name, as informed by you. Then, enjoy a private transfer from the airport to your accommodation.
Praia - Our team will also take you from door to door with complete security and professionalism, providing all relevant information about your stay.
Santiago - Overnight in Praia.
From Praia: Praia City Tour + Highlights of Cidade Velha
Farol de D. Maria Pia - Startwith pickup from your accommodation in Praia, and first visit the Dona Maria Pia Lighthouse. Take stunning pictures from the top of the Lighthouse surrounded by the large cannons installed to protect the island from the attack of pirates such as Francis Drake and Jacques Cassard.
Praia City Hall - Make your way to the historical center of Plateau.
Quartel Jaime Mota - Take a walking tour through the Jaime Mota Military Barracks, and learn about the history of Cape Verdean independency..
Presidential Palace - Pass by the Presidential Palace and Alexandre Albuquerque Square.
Mercado de Sucupira - . In the Municipal Market, meet locals and find a diverse range of fresh local fruits and vegetables. Next, explore the largest souvenir market to be found in Cape Verde, the Sucupira Market.
Fortaleza Real de San Felipe - Explore Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site to see all its highlights of the old city.
Cidade Velha, Historic Centre of Ribeira Grande - Visit the ruins of the first sub-Saharan African Cathedral, the fishermen bay, the former slave market in Pelourinho, the famous Banana Street with its traditional houses, the Nossa Senhora do Rosário church, and finally the Convent of São Francisco.
Pelourinho - At lunch, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the city, and taste local delights in a typical restaurant right on the seafront.
Praia - The tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel in Praia.
From Praia: Full-Day Santiago Island Tour & Tarrafal
Praia - Get picked up at your hotel in Praia, then depart toward the interior of the island.
São Lourenço dos Órgãos - Make your first stop at Mrs. Luisa’s house. There, sample cuscuz (a traditional cake made from corn flour) and fidjós (fried banana mixed with wheat), the typical breakfast for Cape Verdean families.
Assomada Market - After breakfast, continue to the city of Assomada. Visit its famous market and admire the vibrant colors of the local fruits and vegetables.
Serra de Malagueta - Move on to the Serra Malagueta natural park and marvel at the incredible views from 1000 meters (3,280 feet) above sea level.
Tarrafal Beach - Next, discover Santiago’s most beautiful beach at Tarrafal, known for its white sand and crystal-clear waters.
Camp De Concentration Du Tarrafal - Take a break for lunch, and then visit the concentration Camp of Chão Bom, current resistance museum, used to imprison political prisoners who fought against the dictatorship.
Tarrafal - The tour concludes with drop-off at your accommodation in Tarrafal.
Calheta de Sao Miguel - Leave Tarrafal and make your first stop in Espinho Branco and visit the religious community of Rabelados, the only community that still lives in thatched houses and preserves Cape Verde’s oldest customs and beliefs. There, see the local handicraft production and have the opportunity to buy handmade paintings from local artisans.
Santa Cruz - Move on between rocks and valleys to your hotel in Praia.
Praia - The tour concludes with the evening transfer back to your accommodation in Praia.
Goodbye Santiago Island
Praia - Start your last day with a delicious breakfast at your accommodation and then enjoy your free time according to the flight schedules. Check out from the accommodation in Praia and at agreed time be picked up and transferred to Nelsom Mandela international airport.
Nelson Mandela Praia International Airport - Take your international flight back and say goodbye longing for “La Morabeza Crioula”!
Hotel check-out time: 12h00
- 24-hour local assistance
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Custom and private airport transfers
- Luggage transfers
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- All fees and taxes
- 3 nights accommodation
- Tours as mentioned in the program
- Tourist tax (Paid locally: 2 Euros/Person/Night);
- Visa or Airport Security Tax fees (TSA).
- International Flights;
- Sevices not mentioned in the program; Personal expenses.
- • The rum production season runs from January 1 st to May 31st
- • Please bring passport, sandals/flip flops, confortable shoes, a towel, a hat, swimwear, and sunscreen;
- • We do not include all meals in the package to make your trip more flexible. Take this opportunity to choose between the restaurants near your accommodation and try Cape Verdean cuisine according to your preference. Your travel representative will be delighted to help if needed.
- • A small amount of walking is involved
- • For groups with less than 4 travelers, the bilingual driver himself may be the guide.
- • We reserve the right to alter the order of the itinerary or substitute a hotel of similar class if deemed necessary. The same will be informed to the traveler before departure.
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
