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Cape Verde Sao Vicente and Santo Antao

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Cape Verde Sao Vicente and Santo Antao

5 Days Starting and ending in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde

Visiting: Sao Vicente, Mindelo, Santo Antao

Tour operator:

Destination Services Portugal

Tour code:

289507

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

10 - 20

Physical rating:

EASY

Age range:

10-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Meat

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, Wildlife Tours

Activities:

Sightseeing, Swimming, Walking

From: $1017 $969 Travel Club discount: -$48

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Discover the vibrant cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty of Cape Verde with our Sao Vicente and Santo Antao tour. Begin your journey in the musical town of Mindelo, the cradle of the soulful morna genre, where you'll explore historic sites like the Cesaria Evora House and Torre de Belem. Enjoy a full-day excursion to the lush island of Santo Antao, trekking near the Cova Volcano and visiting picturesque valleys filled with banana and mango trees. Experience a panoramic drive to Calhau, with a refreshing swim at Baia das Gatas and a visit to the fishing village of Salamansa. This tour includes 4 nights' accommodation in Mindelo, guided tours, and shared transportation, offering an immersive experience of Cape Verde's rich culture and breathtaking landscapes.

Highlights

Sao Vicente: vibrant musical town, hiding the very best of Cape Verde's cultural heritage
Cradle place for morna, the typical musical genre of this region
Santo Antao: beautifully green and fertile island, terraced valleys with banana and mango trees and fields of sugar cane
Walking city tour in Mindelo, including visits to Mindelo's cultural Center, Cesaria Evora House, and Torre de Belem
Full-day trip to Santo Antao island, including a trek near the Cova Volcano and visits to Ribeira Grande, Ponta do Sol, and Paul Valley
Panoramic drive to Calhau with a stop at Baia das Gatas for a swim and passing through the fishing village of Salamansa

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival Sao Vicente

Location: Sao Vicente

Accommodation Name: Don Paco or Oasis Porto Grande or similar 3*

Welcome to beautiful Cape Verde. Upon arrival at Sao Vicente International Airport, you will be met and greeted by our English-speaking tour representative, who will assist you with the transfer to your hotel in the area of Mindelo. If you’re feeling knackered after the flight, you can stay in the hotel to put your feet up and make the most of the available services. But if you’re itching to start exploring this fascinating island, then hit the streets and make your own way towards those tourist attractions, restaurants or shops that spark your interest, perhaps you will get know morna, the lilted, rhythmic music which slipped into life on the 18th century. Its spiritual leader is Cesaria Evora, by the locals known as a “Barefoot Diva.” Her powerful voice and grasp of melody linger in her birthplace, Mindelo. The “morna” as a musical genre has been classified as Intangible Heritage of humanity by UNESCO.

Overnight in Mindelo.

Day 2 : Mindelo

Location: Mindelo

Accommodation Name: Don Paco or Oasis Porto Grande or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Begin the day with a tasty breakfast at your hotel and get ready for your first cultural experience. Sao Vicente is a cultural hub for Cae Verde, and it is home to some of Cape Verde's greatest musicians, writers, and thinkers. Meet your guide at the hotel and together enjoy a 3-hour walking city tour downtown in one of the most beautiful bays in the world and admire the historic city center. Visits include Torre de Belem, Municipal Market, Cesaria Evora exposition and Centro Cultural. Once the tour is over, you can explore this town at your own pace. Try the local gastronomy at one of the restaurants, get amused by the rhythm of this vibrant city, and fuse yourself with the morna music.

Overnight in Mindelo.

Day 3 : Mindelo – Santo Antao Island (0.5 Hrs, By Ferry; Included)

Location: Santo Antao

Accommodation Name: Don Paco or Oasis Porto Grande or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Wake up early to breakfast at your hotel, and get ready for your pick up to Sao Vicente Harbour to embark on a ferry to Santo Antao. Our driver will be waiting for you in front of the hotel and will assist you in embarking the ferry at 8:00 am. Upon your arrival, meet your guide at the harbour and start exploring this magic island. Start your journey to the “Cova” volcano crater. A short trek near the Cova Volcano is the best appetizer, as it offers spectacular views over the greenest valley of the island to the Passagem. You will be passing through Pico da Cruz, where the smell of the forest pine three will allure your senses and the panoramic view over the Valley de Paul will offer a very relaxing experience. After this amazing stop you will continue to Ribeira Grande. The next Stop is Ponta do Sol, there will be a lunch break (Lunch included, drinks at your own expense), and after your trip continue with the visit to Fontaínhas. Finish your journey with a trip to Paul Valey before you’re driven back to the harbour to embark on the return ferry to Sao Vicente. Once in São Vicente you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Overnight in Mindelo.

Day 4 : Mindelo

Location: Mindelo

Accommodation Name: Don Paco or Oasis Porto Grande or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Begin the day with a fresh breakfast before you start exploring Sao Vicente Island again. You will be picked up by your driver-guide at 9:00 am from your hotel and begin a panoramic drive to Calhau followed by a stop at Baia das Gatas just in time for a swim. Before heading back to the hotel we will pass through the fishing village of Salamansa. This 4-hour trip will fill your knowledge about the beauty and local life of this city, and in the afternoon, you can stroll down the street at your own pace and enjoy the last evening in this artistic atmosphere.

Overnight in Mindelo.

Day 5 : Departure Mindelo

Location: Mindelo

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, it is time to say goodbye to Sao Vicente. Enjoy your last breakfast at the hotel, if the time permits stroll down the streets of Mindelo for the last time, check out from the hotel and at agreed time you will be picked up at the hotel and transferred to the Sao Vicente Airport to catch your return flight back home.

What's Included

Tour Guide

Operated with an English or Portuguese speaking local guide during the activities on Day 2 and 3, and with a driver-guide during the panoramic drive on Day 4.
Accommodation

4 nights’ accommodation in Mindelo at a standard hotel category such as Don Paco or Oasis Porto Grande or similar 3*.
Meals

4 breakfasts and 1 lunch on Day 3.
Transport

Arrival transfer from Sao Vicente Airport to the hotel in Mindelo on a shared basis, departure transfer from Mindelo to Sao Vicente Airport on a shared basis, shared transportation through the itinerary, and return ferry transfer on Day 3.
Entrance Fees and Activities

All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: walking city tour in Mindelo including entrances to Mindelo’s cultural Center, Cesaria Evora House, and Torre de Belem on Day 2; full-day trip to Santo Antao island on Day 3; half-day tour in Sao Vicente on Day 4.
Other

Meet and greet on Day 1.

What's Not Included

Flights

International and domestic flights are not included.
Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is not included.
Personal Expenses

Expenses of a personal nature are not included.
Visa and TSA Fees

Any applicable visa or TSA fees are not included.
Airport Taxes

Airport taxes are not included.
Optional Activities

Optional activities and excursions are not included.
Touristic City Tax

Touristic city tax, which must be paid directly at the hotel, is not included.

Please Note

Hotel early check-out, early check-in, late check-in, connecting or adjoining rooms are all subject to availability and not guaranteed
No refunds for unused services. Splitting the package is not allowed.
Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the contents of the tour without prior notice, including possible changes of hotels and/or itinerary
Please note the touristic city tax has to be paid directly at the hotel.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-4 Mindelo:

Standard Hotel Category = Don Paco or Oasis Porto Grande or similar 3*

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-4 Mindelo:

Standard Hotel Category = Don Paco or Oasis Porto Grande or similar 3*

Mode of Transport

Shared transportation includes arrival and departure transfers from Sao Vicente Airport to the hotel in Mindelo, shared transportation throughout the itinerary, and a return ferry transfer on Day 3.

Accommodation

Enjoy 4 nights’ accommodation in Mindelo at a standard hotel such as Don Paco or Oasis Porto Grande, or a similar 3-star hotel.

Check out our Q&As

What kind of transportation is included in the tour?

The tour includes shared transportation for arrival and departure transfers from Sao Vicente Airport to the hotel in Mindelo, shared transportation throughout the itinerary, and a return ferry transfer on Day 3.
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

The tour provides 4 nights' accommodation in Mindelo at a standard hotel such as Don Paco or Oasis Porto Grande, or a similar 3-star hotel.
Are meals included in the tour package?

Yes, the tour package includes 4 breakfasts and 1 lunch on Day 3.
Will there be a tour guide during the activities?

Yes, the tour is operated with an English or Portuguese speaking local guide during the activities on Day 2 and 3, and with a driver-guide during the panoramic drive on Day 4.
What activities are included in the tour?

The tour includes a walking city tour in Mindelo with visits to Mindelo’s cultural Center, Cesaria Evora House, and Torre de Belem on Day 2; a full-day trip to Santo Antao island on Day 3 with a trek near the Cova Volcano and visits to Ribeira Grande, Ponta do Sol, and Paul Valley; and a half-day tour in Sao Vicente on Day 4 with a panoramic drive to Calhau, a stop at Baia das Gatas for a swim, and passing through the fishing village of Salamansa.

Are there any additional costs not included in the tour price?

Yes, the tour price does not include international and domestic flights, travel insurance, personal expenses, any applicable visa or TSA fees, airport taxes, optional activities and excursions, and the touristic city tax which must be paid directly at the hotel.
What should I do upon arrival at Sao Vicente International Airport?

Upon arrival at Sao Vicente International Airport, you will be met and greeted by an English-speaking tour representative who will assist you with the transfer to your hotel in Mindelo.
What can I expect during the full-day trip to Santo Antao island?

During the full-day trip to Santo Antao island, you will start with a ferry ride to the island, followed by a short trek near the Cova Volcano offering spectacular views. You will visit Pico da Cruz, Ribeira Grande, Ponta do Sol, Fontainhas, and Paul Valley. A lunch break is included, and you will be transferred back to your hotel in Mindelo by the end of the day.
What is the itinerary for the panoramic drive on Day 4?

On Day 4, you will be picked up by your driver-guide at 9:00 am for a panoramic drive to Calhau, followed by a stop at Baia das Gatas for a swim. The tour will also pass through the fishing village of Salamansa before heading back to the hotel.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
Do you offer any travel insurance?

We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
Are Visa fees included in the price?

No, visa fees are not included
Are flights included in the tour?

No, they are not included
What does the price include?

What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
Is there any option for solo traveller?

Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Mimma Zut

"Totally amazing"

03-Sep-2022

"Totally amazing guide and driver. We had such a great time exploring the beautiful Cape Verde with this tour. The cooking experience in a traditional home was a wonderful experience. Our guide spoke awesome English and was so knowledgeable. Nothing was too much trouble. Highly recommend."

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