The Great Island Loop: Santiago Expedition
ID: GYG1440300-2198875
Category:
Country: Chile
Duration:
05:30 hours
Description
Discover Santiago Island on a full-day tour from Praia. Visit Assomada's traditional market, explore Santa Cruz's plantations, and see the historic Cidade Velha.
Begin your full-day tour of Santiago Island by exploring the interior landscapes and culture through the villages of São Domingos and Calabaceira. Continue to the vibrant city of Assomada and visit its famous traditional market.
Proceed along the east coast to the Pedra Badejo Market and the lush banana and coconut plantations in Santa Cruz, including a stop at the scenic Poilão Dam.
Conclude your experience in historic Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the birthplace of the nation. Visit the iconic Banana Street, the Pillory (Pelourinho), and the Fort of São Filipe, offering a complete immersion into local history, agriculture, and traditions.
Highlights
- Discover Santiago Island's landscapes and culture on a full-day tour
- Visit the vibrant city of Assomada and its famous traditional market
- Explore the lush banana and coconut plantations in Santa Cruz
- See the scenic Poilão Dam and the historic Cidade Velha
- Learn about local history, agriculture, and traditions from your guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking
Bring sunscreen and a hat for sun protection
Carry a camera to capture the scenic views
INCLUDED
- Visit to São Domingos and Calabaceira villages
- Visit to Assomada city and traditional market
- Visit to Pedra Badejo Market
- Visit to banana and coconut plantations in Santa Cruz
- Stop at Poilão Dam
- Visit to Cidade Velha, UNESCO World Heritage site
- Visit to Banana Street, the Pillory, and the Fort of São Filipe
- guide
- Multilanguage Guide
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals
- Personal expenses
- drinks
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.