Shore Excursion: 3-Hour Praia & Cidade Velha Historic Tour Shared Group Tour
ID: GYG411383-746397
Category:
Country: Chile
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Step out of your cruise ship and embark on a journey through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cidade Velha to engage with the warm-hearted locals, wander through vibrant markets with an expert guide.
Enjoy a pickup from the port of Praia and start the day with this historical tour to discover Santiago Island heritage sites. Get off your cruise ship and walk for 2 minutes until you reach the only exit from the small Porto da Praia.
Meet your expert guide who will be waiting for you with your name on a sign, then head towards the historic center of Plateau and take a guided tour through the Jaime Mota Military Barracks, Presidential Palace, Praça Alexandre Albuquerque, to the Municipal Market (closed on Sundays).
Next, move on to Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the first city built by Europeans in sub-Saharan Africa. Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour of the São Filipe Fortress, explore the ruins of the first Cathedral built by Europeans in Sub-Saharan Africa, the former slave market and the famous Banana Street with its thatched houses.
After learning about the local history, take a scenic drive back to Praia and the tour ends with drop-off at Praia Harbour.
Highlights
- Discover Praia historic center's wonderful colonial architecture
- Visit Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the Royal Fortress on a tour with a certified guide
- Take a walking tour and learn the history of slavery from your expert guide
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Pickup and drop-off at Port of Praia
- Transportation
- Tour Guide
- Small Group Tour
- Liability insurance
NOT INCLUDED
- Entrance fee (€5 for Fortress)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
