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Departure
Tour designed for passengers of TAP flight from Lisbon to Praia (Santiago).

Day 1
Arrival in Praia, the capital of Cape Verde. Transfer from the airport to our hotel. Night in the Plateau neighbourhood, the historic centre of town.

Included services:
- Transfer airport - accomodation
- ON/DBL Hotel Santa Maria, Praia
- (-/-/-)

Day 2
Kem ka ta badu, ka ta biradu - Who does not leave, can't return: the traveller is greeted with those words carved on a monument in front of the Praia airport. We leave Santiago for a few days and are off to the island of fire: Fogo. In São Filipe, we are overwhelmed by the serenity of this little town, surrounded by black sand beaches, and by its charming and colourful streets. Night in Sao Filipe.

Included services:
- airport transfers in Santiago and Fogo
- domestic flight Santiago > Fogo
- ON/DBL Pousada Belavista, São Filipe
- (B/-/-)

Day 3 & 4
It's time to pay a visit to the volcano! The island gets its name from the crater in its centre, which last erupted in 1995. Alone the ride uphill is breathtaking - suddenly, after a curve, there it is: majestic and impressive. Its smouldering look will watch over us for the next two days. We spend the night at the foot of the volcano, without running water or electricity - but don't worry: the amenities are more than liveable!
Explore the natural environment surrounding Pico, take a moment to imagine how much power was needed to launch this cone 2800m above sea-level; finally, let us reward ourselves with a glass of the locally produced red wine made from grapevines imported two centuries ago by a French count living in exile in the archipelago.

Included services:
- transfer to the crater
- 2 x ON/DBL Casa Marisa, Cha das Caldeiras
- (B/-/-)

Day 5
You can take our word for it: leaving this magical place is a sorrowful moment, full of melancholy. But the hinterland of Santiago, the most African island of Cape Verde, is awaiting us. The region of Rui Vaz has so much to offer! Night in a mountain lodge... The delightful dinner is made with the vegetables produced in the surrounding gardens: they even grow strawberries.

Included services:
- airport transfers in Fogo and Santiago
- domestic flight Fogo > Santiago
- ON/DBL Quinta da Montanha, Rui Vaz
- (B/-/D)

Day 6
After being awoken by birds pecking their beak against our window, we enjoy a breakfast overlooking the spectacular mountain panorama. From here we can visit the island, go swimming in Tarrafal or simply observe the Cape Verdean daily life, mostly happening in the street. Night in a mountain lodge.

Included services:
- ON/DBL Quinta da Montanha, Rui Vaz
- (B/-/D)

Day 7
Today we leave the Leeward Islands (Sotavento) and discover the Windward Islands (Barlavento). Our first stop is in Mindelo, the cultural capital of the country. To test the water of this special place, why not have a coffee in one of the many bars on Rua Lisboa. Night in the historic centre of Mindelo.

Included services:
- airport transfers in Santiago and São Vicente
- domestic flight Santiago > São Vicente
- ON/DBL Casa Colonial, Mindelo
- (B/-/-)

Day 8
Let's spend the day on São Vicente, home to Mindelo: we immerse ourselves in the covered markets of the city, take a tour of the island to panha fresko (get fresh air) on top of Monte Verde, the island's highest point at 774m. Though the topography of São Vicente may be less spectacular than his sisters', we most certainly fell under the charm of Mindelo. Night in the historic centre of Mindelo.

Included services:
- ON/DBL Casa Colonial, Mindelo
- (B/-/-)

Day 9, 10, 11 and 12
Ferry to the decadently green island of Santo Antão - the big sister of São Nicolau. Be careful: the landscapes of this island are of breathtaking beauty. Upon your arrival, find a private taxi or take a public minibus (aluguer). The private taxi, more expensive, will lead you to your destination via the wonderful 'road of the Rope' (and it will stop if you want to take pictures), while most minibuses take the new coastal road, faster and more comfortable - also beautiful, but far less impressive than the road of the Rope.
You are free to decide where you want to spend your 4 nights in Santo Antão: may we suggest you stay in either Paúl or Ponta do Sol. If you want to combine hiking with this stay, feel free to browse our selection on Cape Verde Trekking in the hikes section, there is something for everyone and for all levels.

Included services:
- transfer to the harbour
- ferry tickets São Vicente > Santo Antão
- 2x ON/DBL Aldeia Jerome, Vila das Pombas
- 2x ON/DBL Kasa Tambla, Ponta do Sol
- (B/-/-)

Day 13
Ferry back to the nearby island of São Vicente. Let's take advantage of the time on this island to do some last minute shopping. If we head to the market, we'll find the good malagueta (piripiri), the spicy oil that we were able to enjoy with every meal. Our tip: have a nice cup of tea while nibbling on the pasteis de midj (sort of doughnuts made of corn) at the Casa Café Mindelo, a very aesthetic place. Night in the historic centre of Mindelo.

Included services:
- ferry tickets Santo Antão > São Vicente
- Transfer from the harbour to the hotel
- ON/DBL Casa Colonial, Mindelo
- (B/-/-)

Day 14
Return to Praia - we make the most of the capital on our last day. Below the Plateau we find Praia's market #1: Sukupira - where one can find everything: African textiles, designer clothings, crafts and jewelry. It's worth it: even if it's just to walk around, it's a great place to take the pulse of the city. Night in the Plateau neighborhood in Praia.

Included services:
- airport transfers in São Vicente and Santiago
- domestic flight São Vicente > Santiago
- ON/DBL Hotel Santa Maria, Praia
- (B/-/-)

Day 15
Flight back to Europe. Don't be sad: the sodade might be so strong that you'll eventually come back!

Included services:
- Dayuse/DZ Hotel Santa Maria, Praia
- airport transfer
- (B/-/-)

PRICES

Included

Included services:
domestic flights Santiago > Fogo > Santiago > São Vicente > Santiago incl. Taxes
ferry tickets São Vicente - Santo Antão - São Vicente
14 overnights with breakfast, incl. Overnight tax
Dayuse room at the end of the travel
2x dinner
All airport transfers, the harbour transfers on São Vicente
Our 24/7 emergency service

Not included services:
Visa for Cape Verde (25 EUR)
Travel insurance
Not mentioned meals and all drinks
tips
All services that are not mentioned

Included meals are mentioned as follows:
B = breakfast; LB = Lunchbag; CB =coffeebreak; L = lunch; D = dinner

Price per person

1329 € based on two persons sharing a double room

1256 € based on four persons

The prices for inter-islands transport vary in certain periods of the year, we may sometimes be required to change the prices shown here : no last minute surprises, we will inform you as soon as our first message.

Extra charge (optional, price per person)

263 € for a single room (when available)