Praia Tour: 3-hour Historic Praia Walking Tour with Lunch IncludedCity, Historical and Theme Tours

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Praia Tour: 3-hour Historic Praia Walking Tour with Lunch Included

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About this experience

✔ Health & Safety measures apply
✔ Private or Small-group tour
✔ No booking fees

DURATION: 3 hours
STARTING TOUR TIME: 10.00 am
MEETING POINT: At your hotel or apartment
GUIDES SPEAK: English, French, Portuguese & Spanish (please tell us your preferred language during the booking)
OPENING SEASON: Year-round
WHO CAN COME: Praia tour is appropriate for everyone. Not suitable for people with mobility impairments

Overview

Embark on an enriching Praia tour and embark on a captivating journey through the historic center of Plateau, immersing yourself in its splendid colonial architecture. Accompanied by an informative tour guide, delve into the local history, uncovering fascinating tales and insights that bring this remarkable destination to life. Traverse the vibrant Municipal Market, where an array of colorful fruits and vegetables awaits, tantalizing your senses with their freshness and diversity.

Indulge in the lively atmosphere as you explore Santiago Island's largest souvenir market, discovering unique treasures that serve as cherished mementos of your unforgettable adventure. This immersive tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and vibrant market experiences, allowing you to truly embrace the essence of Praia.

Highlights

◾Follow your knowledgeable guide as they share captivating stories about the city's past while strolling through the Plateau.
◾Marvel at the colonial buildings that adorn the area, each one bearing witness to Santiago Island's rich history and cultural heritage.
◾Explore the bustling municipal market, a vibrant hub where locals gather to sell fresh produce, spices, handicrafts, and more.
◾Indulge in the lively atmosphere as you peruse the stalls, discovering unique souvenirs and immersing yourself in the vibrant colors and flavors of Santiago Island.
◾Treat your taste buds to the most famous and traditional dish of Cape Verde, savoring the flavors that define the region's culinary identity.

About this experience

✔ Health & Safety measures apply
✔ Private or Small-group tour
✔ No booking fees

DURATION: 3 hours
STARTING TOUR TIME: 10.00 am
MEETING POINT: At your hotel or apartment
GUIDES SPEAK: English, French, Portuguese & Spanish (please tell us your preferred language during the booking)
OPENING SEASON: Year-round
WHO CAN COME: Praia tour is appropriate for everyone. Not suitable for people with mobility impairments

Description - What to expect

Your Praia tour starts with a hassle-free pick-up from your accommodation and then a drive to the Dona Maria Pia Lighthouse. Admire amazing views from the top of the lighthouse, surrounded by big cannons installed to protect the island from the attack of famous pirates.

Continue your Praia tour to the historical center of Plateau and start a walking tour through the Jaime Mota Military Barracks, passing by the Presidential Palace, and the Alexandre Albuquerque Square. Stroll around the Municipal Market and discover a great variety of local fruits and vegetables. Then visit the largest souvenir market in Cape Verde, Sucupira Market.

End your Praia tour with a touch of local gastronomy in an authentic settlement. Enjoy a delicious lunch and get closer to the original soul of the city and its people. The Praia tour ends with disembarkation at your accommodation.

Free Cancellation

Free cancellation is available for this Praia tour up to 48 hours before the start of the experience

What's included, what's not

✔ Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia
✔ Transportation
✔ Your knowledgeable Guide
✔ Lunch (Main course with fish or meat, rice, vegetables and water)
✔ Liability insurance
✖ Drinks
✖ Entrance fee (€2 for Lighthouse)

Bring with you

For this Praia tour please bring water shoes, a towel and swimwear, sunglasses, sunscreen and a bottle of water

Good to know - practical information

◾ This Praia tour involves a moderate amount of walking
◾ Please bring a hat, comfortable clothes, sunscreen and local currency for the souvenirs shop

Health and safety

✔ Provider complies with local legislation and applicable health recommendations with regard to Covid-19 prevention measures

Description - What to expect

Your Praia tour starts with a hassle-free pick-up from your accommodation and then a drive to the Dona Maria Pia Lighthouse. Admire amazing views from the top of the lighthouse, surrounded by big cannons installed to protect the island from the attack of famous pirates.

Continue your Praia tour to the historical center of Plateau and start a walking tour through the Jaime Mota Military Barracks, passing by the Presidential Palace, and the Alexandre Albuquerque Square. Stroll around the Municipal Market and discover a great variety of local fruits and vegetables. Then visit the largest souvenir market in Cape Verde, Sucupira Market.

End your Praia tour with a touch of local gastronomy in an authentic settlement. Enjoy a delicious lunch and get closer to the original soul of the city and its people. The Praia tour ends with disembarkation at your accommodation.
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