Best of Santiago Island: Cidade Velha, Workshop & Tarrafal Beach Tour

Overview

Available languages

Portuguese

English

French

Spanish

10 hours

Mobile ticket

Explore the rural areas of Santiago Island on a guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cidade Velha, delve into local history and learn to cook local delights with a local family. Cross the Natural Park and swim in Santiago's most beautiful beach, Tarrafal.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please bring sandals/flip flops, a towel, a hat, swimwear, and sunscreen

Note that the São Filipe Fortress is closed on holidays

Please note that the Assomada Market opens only on Wednesdays and Saturdays

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Liability insurance

Tour Guide

Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia or Cidade Velha

Transportation

Workshop of Cuscuz and Fidjós (local delights)

Lunch

Entrance fee (€5 for São Filipe Fortress)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Praia

Get picked up from your accommodation and travel towards Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

25 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Fortaleza Real de San Felipe

Take a guided walking tour of the São Filipe Fortress, and discover the ancient system of defense against pirate attacks. Please, note that the €5 per person for Fortress entrance is not included.

30 minutes • Admission Not Included