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Cape Verde Sao Vicente and Santo Antao

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~~$774~~

$752

Cape Verde Sao Vicente and Santo Antao

5 Days Starting and ending in Mindelo

Visiting: Mindelo, Tabuadinha

Tour operator:

Today Voyages

Tour code:

33291

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 30

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, History

Activities:

Boat/Cruise Excursion, Sightseeing, Trekking, Walking

From: $774 $752 (USD) Tourhub's Discount: -$22

NB: Prices correct on 26-Apr-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Join our five-day tour and explore the beauty of Cape Verde´s islands, Sao Vicente and Santo Antao. Explore the vibrant city of Mindelo and get tendered by the rhythm of morna, traditional music of Sao Vicente. The sailing trip, relaxing bath and snorkel in the beaches of Santo Antao will take you to the pleasure of relaxation and little trek to Cave Volcano will fill your sight with spectacular panoramic views. This African vibe with European sway will tender your senses and leave a memorable moment for a lifetime. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Sao Vicente: vibrant musical town, hiding the very best 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 create this island to be the amazing destination for hiking and beach relaxing

Highlights

Explore the historic city center of Mindelo, including Torre de Belem, Municipal Market, Cesaria Evora exposition, and Centro Cultural.
Experience the vibrant morna music in Mindelo, the birthplace of Cesaria Evora, known as the "Barefoot Diva."
Take a ferry to Santo Antao Island and trek near the Cova Volcano for spectacular views over the greenest valley of the island.
Enjoy a panoramic drive to Calhau and a swim at Baia das Gatas, followed by a visit to the fishing village of Salamansa.
Discover the beauty and local life of Sao Vicente Island with a 4-hour guided trip.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival Sao Vicente

Location: Mindelo

Accommodation Name: Don Paco

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

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: Tabuadinha

Accommodation Name: Don Paco

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

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

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

Local Guide

Operated with an English or Portuguese speaking local guide during the activities on Day 2 and Day 3.
Driver-Guide

Operated with a driver-guide during the panoramic drive on Day 4.
Accommodation

4 nights’ accommodation.
Meals

4 breakfasts and 1 lunch on Day 3.
Arrival Transfer

Arrival transfer from Sao Vicente Airport to the hotel in Mindelo on a shared basis.
Departure Transfer

Departure transfer from Mindelo to Sao Vicente Airport on a shared basis.
Transportation

Shared transportation through the itinerary.
Ferry Transfer

Return ferry transfer on Day 3.
Entrance Fees and Activities

All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary, including a walking city tour in Mindelo, a full-day trip to Santo Antao island, and a half-day tour in Sao Vicente.
Meet and Greet

Meet and greet on Day 1.
Operated with an English or Portuguese speaking local guide during the activities (Day 2 and 3)
Operated with a driver-guide during the panoramic drive (Day 4)
4 nights’ accommodation
4 Breakfast
1 lunch (day 3)
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
Return Ferry transfer (Day 3)
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: walking City tour in Mindalo (incl. entrances to Mindelo´s cultural Center Cesaria Evora House and Torre de Belem (Day 2); full-day trip to Santo Antao island (Day 3); half-day tour in Sao Vice
Meet and Greet on day 1

What's Not Included

Flights

International and domestic flights are not included.
Travel Insurance
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
Optional Activities

Optional activities and excursions are not included.
Touristic City Tax

Touristic city tax, which is paid directly at the hotel, is not included.
International nor domestic flights
Expenses of a personal nature
Any applicable visa or TSA fees
Optional activities and excursions
Touristic city tax (paid directly at the hotel)

Mode of Transport

Shared transportation is provided throughout the itinerary, including arrival and departure transfers, a return ferry transfer to Santo Antao Island, and a panoramic drive with a driver-guide.

Accommodation

Enjoy a comfortable stay at Don Paco in Mindelo, offering a relaxing atmosphere and convenient amenities for a pleasant experience throughout your tour.

Check out our Q&As

What kind of guide will be available during the activities on Day 2 and Day 3?

An English or Portuguese speaking local guide will be available during the activities on Day 2 and Day 3.
Is there a guide for the panoramic drive on Day 4?

Yes, a driver-guide will be available during the panoramic drive on Day 4.
What type of accommodation is included in the tour?

The tour includes 4 nights' accommodation.
Are meals included in the tour package?

Yes, the tour package includes 4 breakfasts and 1 lunch on Day 3.
How will I be transferred from Sao Vicente Airport to the hotel in Mindelo?

You will be transferred from Sao Vicente Airport to the hotel in Mindelo on a shared basis.

Is the return ferry transfer included in the tour?

Yes, the return ferry transfer on Day 3 is included in the tour.
Are entrance fees and activities included in the tour?

Yes, all entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included, such as the walking city tour in Mindelo, the full-day trip to Santo Antao island, and the half-day tour in Sao Vicente.
What is the meeting point on the first day of the tour?

On the first day, you will be met and greeted at Sao Vicente International Airport by an English-speaking tour representative.
What can I expect during the walking city tour in Mindelo on Day 2?

During the walking city tour in Mindelo on Day 2, you will visit Torre de Belem, the Municipal Market, the Cesaria Evora exposition, and the Centro Cultural.
What activities are planned for Day 3 on Santo Antao Island?

On Day 3, you will explore Santo Antao Island, including a short trek near the Cova Volcano, visits to Pico da Cruz, Ribeira Grande, Ponta do Sol, Fontaínhas, and Paul Valley.
What will happen on 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, and a visit to the fishing village of Salamansa.
How will I be transferred back to Sao Vicente Airport on the last day?

You will be picked up at the hotel and transferred to Sao Vicente Airport to catch your return flight back home.
How does Today Voyages work?

We are an Online Travel Agency, specialized in Group Vacations and Private Vacations. We have been in business for over 30 years through our sister company Go West Tours and, throughout the years, have developed an extensive network of trusted professionals around the world and a structured methodology to screen our suppliers. Today Voyages offers a selection of tours that are designed, managed and operated by our network of trusted Tour Operators and DMCs. Our database is connected with our partners so that when you make a booking with us this will immediately be received and processed by the Tour Operator.
Where should I buy the flights to reach my destination?

Today Voyages does not sell flights directly. None of our tours come with flights included. Why? Because we prefer to give full flexibility to our valued customers to select the airlines and the booking platform they prefer. As soon as your flight is booked and confirmed, we invite you to update your flight plan within your Today Voyages booking confirmation page by entering your flight number, departure and arrival times, as well as your Passport information (if needed). None of these fields are mandatory but we highly encourage you to provide as much information as possible. This will allow us to provide you with the excellent service you are looking for.
What is an additional excursion or tour optional?

Certain tours might show a selection of additional excursions/optional activities that you may want to add to our standard itinerary. These services are priced separately and can be added to the cart before completing the booking. We believe these optional services to contribute to making your vacation unforgettable; however, you are in no way obliged to purchase them. All our tours are awesome with our without optional services!
What is the difference between Group Vacations and Private Vacations?

If you purchase one of our Group vacation packages, you will be escorted by a professional tour guide and will be traveling with other like-minded travelers you may not know. The group size depends on the tour you select. If you purchase one of our Private vacation packages, you will be traveling only within your group of friends. You may or may not be escorted by a professional tour guide; this depends on the type of private tour you are interested in.
When and how will I receive the travel documents (vouchers)?

If you book one of our Group or Private tours, you will receive your travel documents via email approximately 20 days prior to travel date. If you reserve one of our Vacation Rentals, you will hear back from the property manager via email a few days prior to checking-in. We recommend checking your emails on a regular basis as this is our most reliable method of communication. If you have questions or need additional support, you can always chat with us or email us directly.
What happens if a Group tour does not get confirmed?

It is very simple... you will be offered an alternative departure date or be refunded the full amount you pre-paid. No questions asked!
What happens after I book?

The majority of our tours are confirmed at the time of booking. This means that, after submitting the payment online, you will receive an order confirmation email; make sure to save this email and to note down your confirmation number for any future communication with us. Some tours may be sold on a 'on request' basis. This means that for these tours we reserve the right to check the availability of your spot(s) with the Tour Operator before confirming the tour to you. As soon as you submit the payment online for a 'on request' tour you will receive an email notification that confirms your order request. Within 72 hours, you will receive either a confirmation email or a denial email. Do not worry... we will do everything we can to confirm your tour!

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