Praia: all 10 tours and excursions for your cruise

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Praia by private van with guide - full day

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Mindelo at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Note Please note: This tour is non-refundable...

Praia by private car with guide - full day

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Mindelo at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Note Please note: This tour is non-refundable...

A day at the farm

  • Cruise line: Silversea
On this tour, you will learn about the culture and traditions of Cape Verde in general, and in particular, Santiago Island. Praia has absorbed various influences from the other islands due to inter-island migration, as well as influences from abroad. Visit the Plateau and city center. Ethnographic MuseumAn internal visit is made to the Ethnographic Museum, founded in November of 1997 and is located in a 19th century building. The museum contains a selection of objects that represent the traditional...

History and the story teller

  • Cruise line: Silversea
On this tour, you will learn about the culture and traditions of Cape Verde in general, and in particular, Santiago Island. Praia has absorbed various influences from the other islands due to inter-island migration, as well as influences from abroad. Visit the Plateau and city center. Ethnographic MuseumAn internal visit is made to the Ethnographic Museum, founded in November of 1997 and is located in a 19th century building. The museum contains a selection of objects that represent the traditional...

Plantation farm visit

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Today, travel to the local banana and mango plantations and explore the green fields of tropical crops and learn about the farming techniques, history, and cultural importance of the plantations. Meet the local farmer and learn how these farms have influenced the community and the island’s economy and hear about the sustainable practices used to protect the land for the future. Conclude your visit with a real taste of Cape Verde’s food and culture – a delicious local brunch...

Praia plateau discovery walk

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Plateau is the historic centre of the capital city of Praia on the island of Santiago, Cape Verde.Step back in time and explore the historic charm of Cidade da Praia. This enriching discovery takes you through the heart of Cape Verde's capital, allowing you to immerse yourself in its rich history, vibrant culture, and bustling markets. You will also visit a local food market and take a leisurely stroll along pedestrian street lined with colorful colonial-era buildings. At the end of your...

Santiago island drive

  • Cruise line: Silversea
This scenic experience takes you on an enriching and discovery journey by local van through the diverse landscapes of Santiago Island that allows you to explore the island's captivating scenery, culture, and history, featuring couple scenic stops for memorable photo opportunities.Be amazed by Cabo Verde's oldest tree, an enduring symbol of resilience and natural beauty. This ancient giant stands as a testament to centuries of history, inviting visitors to contemplate the passage of time...

Cidade velha: cape verde's oldest settlement

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Discover the former capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site "Cidade Velha", with a rich history and once the center of the slave trade. Visit Fortaleza de São Filipe, a historic fortress strategically located on top of a hill, and stroll through the vibrant heart of Cidade Velha, where centuries of culture and history converge. Witness the remains of the first cathedral built south of the Sahara, Ruínas da Sé Catedral, a testament to the Portuguese colonial architectural...

Island exploration

  • Cruise line: Silversea
This half-day scenic tour takes you on an enriching and comfortable journey by van or bus through the diverse landscapes of Santiago Island that allows you to explore the island's captivating scenery, culture, and history, featuring two strategically chosen scenic stops for memorable photo opportunitiesGreen RoadThe road to Assomada offers a scenic journey through Santiago Island's picturesque landscapes. As you leave the city behind, rolling hillsides and quaint villages unfold before...

City leisurely walk & local dance

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Step back in time and explore the historic charm of Cidade da Praia on this half-day excursion. This enriching journey takes you through the heart of Cabo Verde's capital, allowing you to immerse yourself in its rich history, vibrant culture, and bustling markets. The excursion includes a visit to a local food market, a leisurely stroll along pedestrian street lined with colorful colonial-era buildings, and a dance workshop at the Palace of Culture.Food Market at “Plateau"Begin...