2-Day Santiago Tour: Roots & Local Life

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Overview

  • Duration:2 days
  • Tour Type:Multi-day tours
  • Language:English, French, Dutch, Portuguese, Spanish
Santiago Roots & Local Life is a 2-day tour that takes you through the history and local life of the island. Over two varied days, discover the history, culture, and coast of Santiago. Every morning you depart at 09:00 from Praia, and at the end of each day, you return to Praia. This way, you experience more of the island without having to change accommodation.

This tour combines the urban energy of Praia, the UNESCO history of Cidade Velha, and the local way of life around Pedra Badejo. You will travel with a local guide and along the way, there will be time for encounters, stories, photography, and a relaxed lunch.
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From €199 per person for 2 people

Duration: 2 days

Group discount from 3 people, up to a maximum of 8 participants. Children aged 4 to 12 receive a 25% discount. The group discount applies per category: adults and children each have their own rate scale.

Number of peoplePrice per person
1€249
2€199
3€185
4€175
5-6€165
7-8€155

Highlights

  • Discovering the UNESCO World Heritage Site Cidade Velha, with its fort and colonial history
  • Experience local life, agriculture, and the coconut plantations around Pedra Badejo
  • Relaxing on the characteristic black sand beach of Pedra Badejo
  • Two days out with a local guide, with lunch included both days
  • No overnight stay needed: daily departure and return from Praia

Included / Excluded

  • Daily pickup and drop-off in Praia
  • Transportation during both tour days
  • Local guide
  • Regular lunch and usual beverage components both days
  • Visit to Cidade Velha, Cabral & Martins and Pedra Badejo
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • Personal expenses
  • Unconfirmed paid activities
  • Pickup outside Praia (on request, depending on location and any surcharge)

Cancellation

You can cancel up to 48 hours before the experience for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is accommodation included?

No. You arrange your own accommodation in or around Praia.

Where and when does the tour start?

Both days the tour starts at 09:00 with pickup in Praia. After each tour day you will be brought back to Praia.

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