Cidade Velha Day Trip

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4 reviews | 19 travellers

The Tour was very nice. The Guide was professionell and kindly

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Discover the first Portuguese city in Africa. In Cidade Velha, you'll find a ruined cathedral, the old slave market and a pirate-proof fort.

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Discover the first Portuguese city in Africa. In Cidade Velha, you'll find a ruined cathedral, the old slave market and a pirate-proof fort.

Cidade Velha Day Trip

We'll pick you up at around 9 am from your accommodation in Praia, hitting the road to Cidade Velha, the first Portuguese city in Africa. Here you'll visit the San Felipe Fort, 120 metres above sea level it was constructed to defend the city against the attacks of pirates, including one by Francis Drake himself!

In the centre of the city still stand the ruins of the cathedral, the inside of which will take you straight back to the 16th century. Then we'll head for the main square, which was once the slave market. Here you'll also see the Pelourinho, where public executions were held.

And no tour of Cidade Velha would be complete without exploring the emblematic Banana street, with its striking houses, as well as the fifteenth-century church of Our Lady of the Rosary.

We'll then make our way to a local restaurant for lunch of grilled fish, with dessert and coffee. Then the tour makes its way back to Praia, from where we'll accompany you back to your hotel, arriving at around 3:30 pm.

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Duration

6h 30m.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

Hotel pick up and drop off.

Bus or minibus transport.

English speaking guide.

Entry to the San Felipe Fort.

Entry to the cathedral.

Entry to the church of Our Lady of the Rosary.

Lunch.

When to book?

You can book up until 48 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

Sustainability Code

Our providers commit to:

Provide a safe and satisfying experience.

Reduce, reuse, recycle.

Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.

Uphold fair employment standards.

Foster the growth of local communities.

Preserve the integrity of local culture.

Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.

Ensure ethical treatment of animals.

Operate with honesty and transparency.

Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

No printing of documentation required.

Has a gender equality policy.

Promotes local employment.

Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Levy Travel

Corporate name: LEVY TRAVEL INC. & REP. Lda

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Pets

Not permitted.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?

A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.

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Cancellations

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 4 days before the day of the activity. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
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2 out of 4 reviews

10 / 10

10 4 reviews | 19 travellers

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May / 12 / 2024

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Anonymous

France

The Tour was very nice. The Guide was professionell and kindly

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Sep / 24 / 2023

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Yolande

Logroño, Spain

Excursión muy interesante por encima de nuestras expectativas. Gracias al profesionalismo de nuestro guía Simon, gran conocedor de la historia y costumbres del país, a su amabilidad… agradecer también a nuestra excelente chofer Janis Translate this opinion into English.

Very interesting excursion above our expectations. Thanks to the professionalism of our guide Simon, a great expert on the history and customs of the country, to his kindness… we also thank our excellent driver Janis. Opinion translated. Show original.

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