4 days tour

Cape Verde: The Royal Routes Of Santiago Island - 4 Days (Hi

Cape Verde: The Royal Routes Of Santiago Island - 4 Days (Hi

This tour includes:

Transport

Hotel pick up and drop off for all the tours; Custom and private Arrival and departure airport Transfers; Luggage Transfers;

Accommodation

03 nights at Casa Sodade in Praia (Santiago Island) or similar Standard room category in double/twin sharing basis. Hotel check in starts from 14h00 / Hotel check-out time: 12h00

Guide

2 Guided tours according to the itinerary; Guiding Service (English, French, Portuguese, Italian, German and Spanish);

Meals

Meals included are 3 Breakfast and 2 lunches; Lunch includes fish, meet or main dish + dessert + water. 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.

Others

Tours as mentioned in the program; All entrance fees; Service charges and VAT; Others mentioned in the tour description; Local Assiatance 24 hours a day.

Not included:

Flights

Insurance

Optional

IMPORTANT INFORMATION / KNOW BEFORE YOU GO โ€ขThe rum production season runs from January 1 st to May 31st โ€ขPlease bring passport, sandals/flip flops, comfortable shoes, a towel, a hat, swimwear, water and sunscreen; โ€ขPrinted or electronic vouchers requested. โ€ขA small amount of walking is involved โ€ขWe 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.

Others

Pre and post-tour accommodation; Travel insurance; Visa or Airport Security Tax fees (TSA); Tourist tax (Paid locally: 2 Euros/Person/Night); Personal expenses.

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Itinerary of your trip Cape Verde: The Royal Routes Of Santiago Island - 4 Days (Hi

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival - Transfer From Praia Airport To Hotel In Praia โ€“ Check In (From 2 Pm)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival - Transfer From Praia Airport To Hotel In Praia โ€“ Check In (From 2 Pm)

      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. Our team will take you from door to door with complete security and professionalism, providing all relevant information about your stay. Overnight in Praia.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Praia City Tour & Highlights Of Cidade Velha With A Local And Certified Tour Guide
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Praia City Tour & Highlights Of Cidade Velha With A Local And Certified Tour Guide

      After a tasty breakfast, be picked up from your accommodation and then head towards Dona Maria Pia Lighthouse. Take stunning pictures of the Lighthouse surrounded by the large cannons installed to protect the island from the attack of pirates. Make your way to the historical center of Plateau and take a walking tour throughout the Jaime Mota Military Barracks, the Presidential Palace and The Alexandre Albuquerque Main Square and the colorfull Municipal Market. Next, explore the largest souvenir market to be found in Cape Verde, the Sucupira Market fallowed by a cenic drive to Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, visit all its highlights such as the Royal Fortress of Sรฃo Filipe, the ruins of the first sub-Saharan African Cathedral, the fishermenโ€™s bay, the old slave market in Pelourinho, the famous Rua das Bananas with its traditional houses, Nossa Senhora do Rosรกrio church and, finally, the Convent of Sรฃo Francisco. 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. Overnight in Praia.


      DURATION: Every day, from 9 am to 3 pm (6 hours)


  • Day 3 Day 3: From Praia: Full-Day Santiago Island Tour & Tarrafal Beach
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: From Praia: Full-Day Santiago Island Tour & Tarrafal Beach

      Get picked up at your hotel in Praia, then depart toward the interior of the island. Make your first stop at Mrs. Luisaโ€™s house. There, sample cuscuz (a traditional cake made from corn flour) and fidjรณs (fried banana mixed with wheat), the typical breakfast for Cape Verdean families. After breakfast, continue to the city of Assomada. Visit its famous market and admire the vibrant colors of the local fruits and vegetables (on Wednesdays and Saturdays only). Move on to the Serra Malagueta natural park and marvel at the incredible views from 1000 meters (3,280 feet) above sea level. After that, visit the concentration Camp of Chรฃo Bom, current resistance museum, used to imprison political prisoners who fought against the dictatorship. Next, enjoy a dip into Santiagoโ€™s most beautiful beach at Tarrafal, known for its white sand and crystal-clear waters. Take a break for lunch, and then return along the eastern coast, drive through Espinho Branco, Calheta and the Rabelados religious community, the only community that still lives in thatched houses and preserves the oldest customs and beliefs of Cape Verde. Overnight in Praia.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Check-Out, Transfer Out And Goodbye To Santiago Island!
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Check-Out, Transfer Out And Goodbye To Santiago Island!

      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. Catch your international flight back home and say goodbye to "La Morabeza Crioula".

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 2 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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