Arrival - Airport Transfer (Praia Airport to Hotel in Praia)
Nelson Mandela Praia International Airport - Be welcomed by our professional driver and a licensed guide at Nelson Mandela Airport. Enjoy a high quality private transfer to your accommodation in Praia, including free waiting time.
Praia - Our team will also take you from door to door with complete security and professionalism, providing all relevant information about your stay.
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. The tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel in Praia.
Santiago Island: Scenic Tour to Banana Plantation, Natural Park and Run Distillery
Santa Cruz - Travel for approximately 45 minutes and arrive at the largest banana and coconut plantation in the country. Take a walk inside the agricultural fields while the local guide explains the varieties of fruits and dozens of plants that exist along the route.
Rui Vaz - Next, head between rocks and valleys to the village of Rui Vaz at an altitude of 800 meters and have lunch at a mountaintop restaurant.
Estáção de Monte Tchota - After lunch, visit the Monte Txota Natural Park and start an easy 15-minute walk to a must-see viewpoint. Get fantastic panoramic views of the volcano on the nearby Fogo Island and get to know the highest peak of the island.
Praia - Afterwards, be returned to your hotel in Praia.
From Praia: Tarrafal Discovery Tour & Visit to Chão Bom Concentration Camp
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.
Tarrafal camp - 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.
Free day in Tarrafal
Tarrafal - Day off to explore by your self. You may like to relax on the white sand of the most picturesque and beautiful beach on Santiago Island, Tarrafal Beach, known for its white sand and crystal-clear waters.
From Tarrafal: Visit to Rabelados Community + Praia by Night
Tarrafal - Get picked up at your accommodation and then return on the island’s east coast.
Calheta de Sao Miguel - 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 - Take a break for the lunch and then head 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 - Get picked up at your accommodation in Praia and depart toward Nelsom Mandela international airport.
Nelson Mandela Praia International Airport - Take your international flight back and say goodbye longing for “La Morabeza Crioula”!!!
- Local Assistance 24/7
- All-Inclusive Meals (Breakfast & Lunch)
- Entrance Fees Included
- Taxes and Fees Covered
- Convenient Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
- Private Airport Transfers
- Guided Tours as per Itinerary
- 6 Nights Accommodation
- Travel insurance;
- Visa or Airport Security Tax fees (TSA).
- International Flights;
- Tourist tax (Paid locally: 2 Euros/Person/Night);
- Sevices not mentioned in the program; Personal expenses.
Relish a traditional breakfast of tasty cuscuz and fidjós with a local family. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cidade Velha and discover the birthplace of Cape Verdean nation and culture. Visit the religious community of Rabelados, the only community preserves Cape Verde’s oldest customs and beliefs. Finally, relax on the white sand of the most picturesque beach on Santiago Island, Tarrafal Beach.
- • 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;
- • Lunch and diner includes fish, meet or main dish + dessert + water.
- • Vegetariam food available upon request.
- • 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.
- • 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.
