Top Cape Town Holidays - page 4

Get the best possible shot at seeing Africa's Marine Big 5—the African penguin, the Cape fur seal, the bronze whaler sharks, dolphin, and whale—on this guided tour to Dyer Island. An onboard biologist and experienced crew promise an educational experience focused on learning about the biology and behavior of these marine animals. Additionally, get a chance to visit the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary (APSS) either before or after the trip.

Spend a day whale watching and wine tasting on this private full-day trip to Hermanus from Cape Town. See migrating Southern Right Whales off the coast of Hermanus from June through mid-December. Sample some of the local wines at two estates.

Plan your trip to Cape Town in advance with a Cape Town City Pass, which includes over 80 of the city's top attractions and experiences. Choose a 1-, 2-, or 5-day pass, all of which come with a pocket guidebook and access to a digital app with maps and information. The pass also includes transportation on the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus, plus skip-the-line access at several attractions for faster entry.

South Africa’s winemaking history dates back to the 17th century, and on this half-day tour from Cape Town, you visit multiple wine estates in the Cape Winelands. With an in-the-know guide, travel to Stellenbosch, where you learn about South African viticulture and take part in wine and cheese tastings. Enjoy a guided tour of Stellenbosch, whose tree-lined streets are thronged with museums, bars, eateriesm and gorgeous examples of Victorian, Georgian, and Cape Dutch architecture.

Skip the crowded group tours and enjoy a more personalized wine-tasting experience on this private tour of the Cape Winelands, home to some of South Africa’s most renowned wineries. Visit three wineries in Paarl, Stellenbosch, and Franschhoek to sample their wines—as well as cheese and chocolate—and learn about how the combination of climate, soil, and grape varietals creates the unique wines for which South Africa is known.

The Hop-on-Hop-off Franschhoek Wine Tram is one of the most unique ways to experience the Cape Winelands and we have made it easier with our return shared transfers from Cape Town including Wine Tram ticket and hotel pick up and drop off. Avoid large groups and benefit from a small group of no more than 10 people from Cape Town to Franschhoek. Choose between 8 different Wine Estate Routes and take advantage of securing your Franschhoek Wine Tram ticket which is included in this tour cost. You pay only for your wine tasting fees at the various wine estates your choose to visit and skip the ones you don't. What sets us apart from the rest? Convenience: Our guide is at your service for the duration of the tour and should you miss the tram at any of the wine estates, you need not wait an hour for the next tram, as our guide will collect you and drop you at the next wine estate.

Take an exciting helicopter tour from Cape Town to see two oceans on one 25-minute flight. Fly around iconic Table Mountain to see the Atlantic Ocean on one side of the Cape Peninsula, then continue until you get to the Indian Ocean on the other side. Watch the terrain far below change as you fly, from beaches and rolling hills to rugged cliffs. Get great views from a small-group flight.

Spend a day in the gorgeous wine country of Stellenbosch and Paarl Valley, enjoying some of the Cape Winelands’ famous wines along with historic towns and scenic drives. It’s an ideal day trip for wine lovers as well as anyone who can appreciate the area’s history and dramatic beauty.

Discover the incredible wines that are produced in Hermanus and the scenic Hemel-en-Aarde Valley with this private wine tour. There’s no need to worry about figuring out how to get to Hermanus, as private pickup is included, directly from your hotel in Cape Town. Along the way, visit at least six farms where you can learn about local wine and stop for tastings.

Spend a day at the Aquila Game Reserve, the closest one to Cape Town, on this safari tour. Get excited to see the ‘Big Five’ game animals and endangered species such as the ‘Aquila’ Black Eagle on this worry-free trip, which includes pickup at your Cape Town city center hotel. This is one of the easiest safari tours near Cape Town, on a private game reserve in a malaria-free area.

This tour offers more than one type of experience in one day. You will be able to experience the unique coastal Clarence drive which is the start of the whale route and is known as one of the most beautiful coastal roads in Cape Town. Hermanus will offer you an opportunity to get as close as one can get to our majestic Southern Right Whales. After enjoying the company of these beautiful creatures' lunch may be enjoyed in Hermanus or in the bountiful Hemel en Aarde wine region

Explore the winelands regions of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek on this tour from Cape Town. Taste local chocolates, craft beer, and wine to learn about the products made in the region through stops at several wineries and microbreweries. Get access to a private motor museum featuring classic cars and world-class art to round out this multifaceted experience.

This Wine Country Tour will be exclusively for you and one of us to guide you. We seldom farm out tours and do it personally wherever we can. You will be taken on tour by either me or my husband. We both have more than 20 years experience doing wine country tours and have passion for what we do. The day will be relaxed and flexible so you can change the plan as you go along or leave it to us to take you to places we love. We normally go to a historic winery dating back more than 300 years, a very modern and interesting one and can include tasting paired with chocolate, cheese, cold meats, biltong (local dried meat). You will get to taste the local Pinotage red wine. If you prefer certain grape varieties we can take you to wineries specializing in those. Our aim is to make you passionate about South African wine and for you to have a memorable experience. Even if you don't love wine we will make sure to stop in the little towns along the way and show you the beauty of the area.

Get a full picture of Cape Town's rich cultural history through visits to the Langa and Gugulethu Townships, as well as the District Six Museum, on this half-day tour. Learn about the role and history of the townships in the larger fabric of Cape Town culture white visiting a shebeen (tavern), a local market, a sangoma (traditional doctor) and an arts and crafts center.

Explore the wine-growing areas of Stellenbosch, Paarl, and Franschhoek on this full-day tour of the Cape Winelands. Visit wineries young and old, allowing you to experience a good variety of local wines and vintners. Not only is your guide a professional sommelier, he’s a photographer and birdwatcher extraordinaire who’s happy to share knowledge about the region.

Serious wine enthusiasts will love this tour focused on the top wine producers in Paarl, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch. Travel with a guide who holds an Agric Viticulture & Oenology degree and will give in-depth commentary on wine production in South Africa as you visit local wine estates to do tastings, take vineyard walks, and meet the winemakers.

Explore the Cape of Good Hope and Table Mountain with your own private guide with this tour. You'll travel with a professional guide/driver, who will pick you up at your Cape Town hotel or alternative accommodation and take you out for the day. You'll visit Boyes Drive, the penguin colony at Boulders Beach, Chapman's Peak, and Maiden's Cove Braai. You'll also get skip-the-line access to Table Mountain.

Experience the scenic beauty and natural landscapes of South Africa’s Cape Peninsula on this full-day tour from Cape Town. Enjoy the convenience of guided visits, as well as the independence of solo sightseeing and learn about this dynamic region from your friendly, knowledgeable guide. And have time to wander the shops. You can explore the Cape Point Nature Reserve at your leisure, and check out playful families of African penguins in Simon’s Town.

Visit the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island to learn about apartheid and see where Mandela and other activists and politicians were incarcerated during the regime. After lunch (own expense), visit Table Mountain and enjoy free time at Bo-Kaap, a neighborhood known for its colorful houses and Cape Malay culture.

Choose to get down in the water with the sharks in a cage or enjoy the show from the decks of the boat on this dive tour from Cape Town. Ride from Gansbaai Harbour to the famous Shark Alley, where you can get up close with the animals or stay on deck. Return to Gansbaai Harbour for lunch and a DVD viewing of your adventure.

Immerse yourself in the wines of the Cape Winelands with this full-day small-group wine tasting tour around the Constantia Winelands. Enjoy pickup from your Cape Town hotel and get driven around to the four wine farms: Groot Constantia, Klein Constantia, Buitenverwachting, and Constantia Glen for tours and tastings (extra expense).

Discover Cape Town’s top three must-visit attractions on this exciting half day tour! Stroll through the vibrant streets of Bo-Kaap, ride the Table Mountain cable car for breathtaking views, and explore the lush beauty of Kirstenbosch Gardens a perfect mix of culture, adventure, and nature in just a few unforgettable hours!

Located in the Tygerberg Hills, the Durbanville Wine Valley is home to a dozen award-winning wine estates. Spend the day on a private tour from Cape Town visiting four estates—De Grendel, Diemersdal, Meerendal, and Durbanville Hills—for tours and tastings (extra expense). Enjoy convenient hotel pickup and drop-off for a relaxed experience.

This small-group adventure is the perfect option for wine lovers visiting Cape Town. Enjoy a scenic stroll through a selection of iconic vineyards in Constantia, while learning the secrets of wine production and visiting private trails that are usually off limits. Also—the best part—you can sample 10 different wines as well as snacks and a harvest platter lunch.