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- Portuguese
- English
- French
- Spanish
Move like locals in this four hours tour, explore the Historic center of Plateau and all highlights of the first city built by Europeans in the sub-saran Africa (Cidade Velha). get to know the cradle of Cape Verdian history and culture, visit emblematic places filled with extraordinary stories.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick-up from Hotels not in Praia are not included, if your Hotel is not in Praia it will be required an extra fee for pick-up.
Itinerary
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Praia (Pass by)
You will be picked up from your accommodation.
Admission ticket free -
1Praca Alexandre Albuquerque
After being picked up from your accommodation, lead to histórical center of plateau where you will do a small walking tour through the Jaime Mota Military Barracks, passing by the Presidential Palace, the Alexandre Albuquerque Square. In the Municipal Market (closed on Sundays), meet locals, find a diversity of local fruits and vegetables.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Mercado de Sucupira
Explore the largest souvenirs market to be found in Cape Verde. After that, have a short drive toward Cidade Velha accompanied by a professional guide.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Fortaleza Real de San Felipe
Your next stop will be in cidade Velha you will do an easy walking until you reach the Real Fortress of São Felipe, Built originally to defend the city against pirate attacks, the fort makes an excellent viewing point from an altitude of 120 meters above sea level.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4Se Catedral
You will follow to The Ruins of Sé Cathedral, the first sub-Saharan African Cathedral Built by Europeans, and see anglers returning from the sea with their traditional boats full of fresh fish.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Cidade Velha, Historic Centre of Ribeira Grande
You will visit 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.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
6Praia
After this informative and historic tour, you will return to Praia and be dropped off at your accommodation.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The transfer from Praia to Cidade Velha and vice versa will be done in a mini public van, with capacity for up to 15 passengers, being necessary to wait for the capacity to depart.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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