Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Palmeira aboard the Harmony V. Discover Cape Verde, an archipelago blending African and Portuguese heritage. Once a colonial outpost, it now offers a captivating mix of architecture, cuisine, and traditions. With a year-round pleasant climate, explore its diverse landscapes, from lush mountains and jungles to volcanic terrain and pristine beaches.
Highlights
Taste the locally made “grogue” – a white rum, made from sugarcane
Visit Mindelo, a moon-shaped port, ringed by barren mountains
Explore the island of fire, Fogo island
Relax on Boavista's beautiful beaches and visit colorful villages
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
Upon early morning arrival at Sal Rei, Boa Vista, you are greeted with the promise of the archipelago's most captivating beaches and breathtaking landscapes. Whether relaxing on the beach or enjoying an optional full-day excursion, you can immerse yourself in the island's authentic charm, from its colorful village facades to its skilled artisans and agricultural heritage. A stop for lunch at a local restaurant adds to the enriching experience before returning on board to set sail for Santiago island. Overnight at sea.
Early morning arrival at Praia, Santiago, the largest of the archipelago islands. After a morning at leisure and lunch on board, the optional afternoon excursion will bring you to Cidade Velha, the first colonial city built in the tropics and classified by UNESCO. The fort and the nearby settlements were once a thriving slave trade center. Late in the evening, sail north towards Fogo, the island of fire. Overnight at sea.
Early morning arrival, Fogo, with its dominating sight of the Fogo Volcano, rises 3,000 meters over the sea level. Your optional full-day excursion will bring you to the top of the volcano, right at the crater edge. Walk through a landscape of lava. Lunch will be at the crater's village. You can also visit the city of San Felipe, which has a characteristic colonial charm. Late in the evening, sail to Sao Vicente. Overnight at sea.
Once a vibrant commercial island, it has evolved into a cultural center, and Mindelo is one of the most well-preserved colonial cities in Cape Verde. Your optional walking excursion will allow you to visit galleries and discover busy restaurants and musical events that give Mindelo its label of the Cultural Center of Cape Verde. Unsurprisingly, the National Museum of Handicrafts is located in Mindelo, overnight in port.
Day 6: Mindelo, San Vincente | Porto Novo | Santo Antao
Early in the morning, depart for a short sail towards the island of Santo Antao, the greenest of all Cape Verde Islands with landscapes of verdant plantations of sugarcane alternate old craters. Your optional full-day excursion will include the luxuriant Valley Paul, where sugarcane is still exploited, and you can taste the "grogue," the national drink of the Archipelago. You can also reach the Valley of Ribeira das Patas and discover rock formations coming from lava formations—dinner on board and overnight in port.
This morning, enjoy an optional half-day excursion to discover the southwestern part of the island, a safari through volcanic landscapes, porcelain fields, and isolated villages with dropwise agriculture and different kinds of plantations. This is a beautiful experience through villages like Lagedos with ecological tourism to explore the dry volcanic face of this extraordinary island. Return on board to depart towards Sal. Overnight at sea.
Day 8: Palmeira, Sal Island | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Arrive early this morning at Palmeira port, Sal. Disembarkation is at 9 am after breakfast.
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Category C (Double)
Main deck. One double bed, windows, en suite bathroom with shower, flat screen TV sets, DVD players, mini fridges, hairdryers, individually controlled A/C and safe deposit boxes.
Category B
Main deck. One double bed or two twin beds, windows, en suite bathroom with shower, flat screen TV sets, DVD players, mini fridges, hairdryers, individually controlled A/C and safe deposit boxes.
Category A
Upper deck. One double bed or two twin beds, windows, en suite bathroom with shower, flat screen TV sets, DVD players, mini fridges, hairdryers, individually controlled A/C and safe deposit boxes.
Category P
Upper deck. One double bed or two twin beds, sofa, windows, en suite bathroom with shower, flat screen TV sets, DVD players, mini fridges, hairdryers, individually controlled A/C and safe deposit boxes.
Notes
- Please note that fares do not include port charges and possible fuel surcharges. Contact us for details.
- Please note that shore excursions are offered at additional costs.
- Child Discount:
Children between the ages of 7-10 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 50% discount in Category A. Children between the ages of 10-16 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 35% discount in Category A.
Initial deposit is 30%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days prior to departure by Bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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