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Top Cape Town Historical & Heritage Tours

Township Tour of Cape Town

clock 4 hours
  • Delve into an exclusive exploration of Cape Town's townships, which were once originally built as areas of segregation.
  • Visit historically-established communities such as Langa and Khayelitsha, which boasts a rich history and culture. Learn more about these communities and even interact with some of the locals in this unique experience that will let you see the authentic side of South America. Read more
  • As you interact with the community members and leaders of these townships, learn more about their efforts in preserving these historical communities and even sample some local Xhosa cuisine which will surely captivate your tastebuds.

    • What You'll Do:

  • Enjoying a self-guided exploration around Cape Town which can bring you to whichever attraction you wish to visit with the hop-on hop-off city bus and at an extremely discounted price.
  • There will be three different routes that the hop-on hop-off bus service can take: Red City Tour, Blue Mini Peninsula Tour and the Purple Wine Tour. Some of the attractions include the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Beau Constantia, Table Mountain Cableway, Camps Bay, Twelve Apostles and the Two Oceans Aquarium.
  • Have the flexibility and freedom to tailor your itineraries to your liking and needs with this value-for-money hop-on hop-off bus service.

    • What It Includes:

  • A professional, English-speaking guide will alongside you during the entire trip to bring you around the different attractions and share with you their knowledge and insights about different townships.
  • There will not be hotel pickup and dropoff services. However, you will be brought around the different landmarks and areas on our comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle.
  • Pricing does not include gratuities.
  • Food, beverages and lunch will not be provided by us and are at your own expense.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Travellers were generally very satisfied with this amazingly educational and cultural township experience as they felt that they were exposed to the real side of Sotu Africa.
  • This is a short tour as well, which makes it easier for travellers to fit into their busy itineraries.

    • Is It Right:

  • If you are looking for a short respite from the hustle and bustle of the city and would instead want to be in touch with the more quaint and rustic side of Cape Town, then this tour package is perfect for you and your loved ones.
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Cape Town City Tour Half-Day

clock 3 hours 30 minutes
  • This is a great introductory tour to Cape Town for first-time visitors or those short on time as it will be a comprehensive yet short guided tour around the city, where you will not be missing out on any highlights.
  • The areas that we will be bringing you includes Bo-Kaap, Signal Hill, Company's Gardens, Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium, Parliament of South Africa and the Castle of Good Hope/ Read more
  • Choose between morning or afternoon departure and have the luxury of round-trip transportation from any Cape Town hotel, making this tour seamless and convenient.

    • What You'll Do:

  • Having a concise and comprehensive introduction to the city of Cape Town with this short 3.5-hour guided tour.
  • Learn more about Cape Town's history, culture and landscape with personalised attention from your professional tour guides who will be alongside you throughout the tour.
  • Not having to worry about any inconveniences or extra planning as there will be hotel pickup and dropoff services for your convenience and comfort.

    • What It Includes:

  • A professional, English-speaking tour guide will be following alongside you to bring you around Cape Town as well as share their knowledge and insights with you.
  • Hotel pickup and dropoff will be made available at your convenience, at any hotel or guesthouse.
  • Food and drinks will not be served by us and are at your own expense.
  • This tour will accommodate a maximum of 20 participants.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • An analysis of the reviews showed that the entire tour experience was packed with knowledge, information and purpose. The whole tour was a positive experience overall for a lot of travellers and they highly recommend first-time visitors to sign up.
  • Additionally, they commended on the value of the tour package, which made the entire tour worth every cent.

    • Is It Right:

  • If you are looking for a short but comprehensive and fulfilling private tour around Cape Town, then this is the perfect tour for you and your loved ones.
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V&A Waterfront & Historic City Walking Tour

clock 12 hours
  • Enjoy a visit to one of the city’s top attractions, the V&A Waterfront. This tour will afford you an exceptional encounter with the buzzing shopping and restaurant mecca. It is one of Cape Town’s most popular tourist attractions, situated in the heart of Cape Town’s working...Read more
from€144.48

Table Mountain and Cape Town City Half-Day Trip

clock 4 hours
  • This is a half-day trip around Cape Town, where you will be embarking on a journey around the coastal city and the Table Mountain.
  • You will be brought around Cape Town to visit famous and must-see attractions such as the Malay Quarter, Castle of Good Hope, Milnerton Lighthouse and Cape Town Diamond Works, where you will be able to view and appreciate South African jewelry. Read more
  • This will be a short but informative 4-hour tour for a cosy group of 8 people.

    • What You'll Do:

  • Board a comfortable, climate-controlled minubus to explore Cape Town's highlights. You can even ride the famous cable car down from the top of Table Mountain but at your own expense.
  • In your cosy group of 8 participants maximum, take a walking tour around Cape Town and soak in the atmosphere and serenity.
  • End off the short 4-hour tour with a better understanding of the physical environment, landscape, architecture and history of Cape Town and Table Mountain!

    • What It Includes:

  • As mentioned, this tour will include a maximum of 8 participants of any and all ages.
  • This tour package will be conducted in English and German on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off will be provided. However, should you decide to be dropped off at the Lower Cable Way Station, you would be requested to travel back to your hotel on your own.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Based on 170 positive reviews, we found out that travellers had a very good experience during this Cape Town and Table Mountain tour as they got to learn so much about Cape Town in such a short period of time.
  • Travellers were also very impressed with their tour guides who were well-acquainted with the attractions and were very knowledgeable in the field of Cape Town's culture and history.

    • Is It Right:

  • If you are looking for a short tour around Cape Town and Table Mountain, then this tour package is perfect for you and your loved ones.
  • However, we advise pregnant women and people with physical complications such as back injuries and heart conditions to refrain from participating as this tour package requires a moderate level of fitness and health. Consult your doctor for more information.
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Cape town private, Robben Island and Wine Tasting Tour

clock 8 hours 10 minutes
  • Constantia

    City Orientation

    Dorp Street

    De Braak

    Free walkabout into historical town

    Wine tasting on a Stellenbosch Estate with cellar tour and cheese tasting

    Paarl

    Drive through Paarl

    Wine tasting on a local wine estate

    Nelson Mandela's former prison, Victor...Read more
from€210.34

PVT City Centre & Table Mt. Tour Full-Day Classic

clock 9 to 10 hours
  • Be uplifted and financially uplift others through deeply personal and hands-on experiences with local changemakers based in this astonishingly beautiful region of Cape Town, characterized by magnificent beaches, breath-taking views and picturesque coastal villages.

    Meet changemakers along the classic Peninsula Tour route. Designed for the...Read more
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Cape Point Sightseeing Tour including Cape of Good Hope full day from Cape Town

clock 8 hours 30 minutes
  • This is a full-day tour in Cape Town where you will be indulging yourselves in an exclusive exploration of South Africa's Cape Peninsula./li>
  • The highlights and attractions you will be travelling to are aplenty: Hout Bay, Buiker Island, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Cape Point Nature Reserve, Fish Hoek, Muizenberg Beach and the Boulders Beach Penguin Colony./li>
  • This is a8.5-hour jam-packed guided tour which will definitely be meaningful, educational and fun for you and your loved ones.
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    What You'll Do:

  • Exploring Cape Town during the day where you will be delving yourself in the hustle and bustle of Cape Town.
  • Pedal around Cape Town and learn more about Cape Town's history, politics, events and culture at the myriad of attractions, landmarks and monuments.
  • Soaking in the serenity, tranquility and beauty of the Cape Peninsula as you pass by the picturesque landscape and coastal towns of Cape Town.

    • What It Includes:

  • This is a fully guided tour where a professional, English-speaking tour guide will be following alongside you to bring you around and sharing with you their knowledge and expertise on Cape Town's history and culture.
  • Hotel pickup and dropoff will be available at your service. Parents are welcome to bring their own infant seats for the children as children up to the age of 3 are required to sit in an infant seat.
  • Gratuities, food and drinks are not included in the pricing and are at your own expense.
  • If you wish to have a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance before the start of the tour.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The 358 reviews by previous travellers were mostly positive. They were were impressed by the entire tour as they got to learn and view so much in such a short span of time.
  • Travellers were also pleased with the quality of service provided by their tour guides who were very professional, knowledgeable and accommodating.

    • Is It Right:

  • If you are looking for full-day guided tour around Cape Town where you will learn and have fun, then this is the perfect tour package for you.
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4-Day Cape Town Top-Tourist Attractions Tour

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  • Explore Cape town's most popular sites in this 4-day combo tour and Discover Table Mountain, one of the world's seven wonders of nature, and Cape of Good Hope at the most South Western corner of Africa and the pristine rugged coastline of Cape Town. Venture into the historic tour on the 2nd day and learn about what made South Africa today on a...Read more
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Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour from Cape Town

clock 8 to 10 hours
  • For travellers with limited time in Cape Town we have combined all the highlights into one day on a Scheduled Tour to Table Mountain, Boulder's Penguins and the Cape of Good Hope. Travelling to Cape Town without visiting the Cape of Good Hope is like a travelling to Paris without visiting the Eiffel Tower.

    On this tour:
    See the city...Read more
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Penguins, Cape Point & Table Mountain.

clock 8 to 10 hours
  • Private tour just for you and your party, comfortable and better experiences. Reliable and friendly tour guides, Wi-Fi is provided on board so guests can connect as they tour around beautiful breathtaking views of the Cape Peninsula. Get to mingle with the adorable African penguins and seals as well as monkeys at Cape Point/ Cape of Good Hope....Read more
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Cape Town: Private Tour, Robben Islands & Table Mountain Car

clock 8 hours
  • CATCH A FERRY TO SOUTH AFRICA’S HISTORIC ROBBEN ISLAND

    These days, a trip to Robben Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a must-do on the itinerary of any tourist to Cape Town. For centuries, however, the trip was one to be feared.

    Forget palm trees and sun-kissed beaches; Robben Island’s allure lies in its rich and wretched...Read more
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Franschhoek Motor Museum, Wine Tasting & Winelands Lunch trip from Cape Town

clock 8 hours 30 minutes
  • View a unique and exciting collection of vehicles, motorcycles and memorabilia, showcasing over 100 years of automotive history, in a magnificent setting amongst the vineyards, followed by a wine tasting and lunch, perfectly set in the winelands with panoramic views of the Franschhoek...Read more
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Robben Island Prison + Stellenbosch Wineries From Cape Town Incl Ferry Ticket

clock 8 hours
  • This is a special tour which combines two of the best in Cape Town. It brings the travelers face to face with the history of Nelson Mandela's imprisonment as they visit his former cell. Travelers also learn how the former prisoners were treated by the government of apartheid during their struggle for freedom.

    The culture, well being and the...Read more
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Robben Island Prison Museum Table Mountain Bo-Kaap All Tickets Included Full Day

clock 8 hours
  • Travelers should book this tour as it is the best in Cape Town as it combines two of the biggest tourist attractions. Travelers learn about the history of Cape Town including the coming of the settlers.

    It provides information about how political prisoners were treated during the time of apartheid. All the ills of apartheid are laid bare by...Read more
from€167.96

Explore Cape Town's Trendy Woodstock Neighbourhood

clock 3 hours
  • Woodstock is easily one of Cape Town’s most vibrant and diverse neighbourhoods. Home to a wealth of trendy stores, galleries, restaurants and coffee shops, as well as an array of eye-catching murals and incredible street art, there's an infectious energy that flows through the streets of Woodstock. Your Host will walk you through the...Read more
from€90.54
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