Cape Verde Sao Vicente and Santo Antao
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:
Tour code:
289507
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
10 - 20
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
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
Itinerary
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
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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.
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Accommodation
4 nights’ accommodation in Mindelo at a standard hotel category such as Don Paco or Oasis Porto Grande or similar 3*.
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Meals
4 breakfasts and 1 lunch on Day 3.
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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.
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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.
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Other
Meet and greet on Day 1.
What's Not Included
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Personal Expenses
Expenses of a personal nature are not included.
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Visa and TSA Fees
Any applicable visa or TSA fees are not included.
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Airport Taxes
Airport taxes are not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities and excursions are not included.
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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
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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.
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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.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 4 breakfasts and 1 lunch on Day 3.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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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.
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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.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services portugal charges.
At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.