Cidade Velha Tour: Discovering the History and Architecture of Cape Verde

Embark on a captivating tour of Cidade Velha in Cape Verde and delve into its rich history and stunning Portuguese architecture. Discover the legacy of maritime trade and the impact of the slave trade in this immersive experience.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
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    Cidade Velha (Portuguese for “old city”, also: Santiago de Cabo Verde) is a city[2] in the southern part of the island of Santiago, Cape Verde. Founded in 1462,[3]:77 it is the oldest settlement in Cape Verde and its former capital. Once called Ribeira Grande, its name was changed to Cidade Velha in…
What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

On this journey, we’ll delve into the history of Cape Verd, observing the beautiful Portuguese structures erected in the 14th century.
António da Noli, a Genoese under Portuguese employ, discovered Santiago Island in 1460. Together with his family and fellow Portuguese from the regions of Algarve and Alentejo, da Noli established a settlement at Ribeira…

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Bjoernp252
Dec 27, 2019
Super friendly, competent and good English speaking guides - The guides were super friendly, spoke very good English and answered patiently and always competently all questions we had. The logistics (pick-up/drop-off) were perfect. We can fully recommend this trip.
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From $111
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).