Top Cape Town Sightseeing Tours - page 3

This cruise is a great choice for travelers who want a quick sightseeing and wildlife tour that leaves them the rest of the day for other activities. Enjoy a whistle-stop cruise that boasts wonderful views of the V&A waterfront. Not only is it a great introduction to the city, but it’s also a chance to spot seals and bird life too.

Without local knowledge or ample research, it can be tricky to shortlist Cape Peninsula’s highlights. Save yourself the effort and let someone else do the planning for you with this private guided tour. After a Cape Town pickup, the trip showcases Chapman’s Peak Drive, Cape Point Nature Reserve, the Cape of Good Hope, and Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, with plenty more scenic surprises along the way too.

Instead of viewing Table Mountain from afar, this trip takes you up the mountain by cable car. Pickup from select hotels and meeting points is included for added convenience. Then, once at the summit, admire the local flora and fauna, and enjoy free time to hike independently and explore the scenery before descending.

Get to know the marine environment of the Cape Town Atlantic Coastline on this boat tour from the V&A waterfront. Step aboard a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with a small group of just 10 people, which gives you personalized attention from the guide and allows time to ask questions. Look out for ocean-dwelling creatures and learn about ecosystem through informed commentary.

Enjoy a scenic drive along the Cape Peninsula with a private guide. The tour includes four major stops—Hout Bay Harbour, Chapman’s Peak, Cape of Good Hope, and Boulders Penguin Colony. Shop for arts and crafts, visit a fish market, snap photos, visit with the resident penguins in Simon’s Town, and more.

Save hours reading reviews and researching local wineries, and opt for this hassle-free guided wine tour instead. Spend a full day traveling between some of the area’s best wine estates, with stops at Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Along the way, enjoy cellar tours and exclusive tastings with sommeliers. The experience includes special pairings with six cheeses and six wines, plus chocolate tastings and convenient hotel pickup for a seamless day out.

Combine several top experiences in one day on this private tour from Cape Town. Visit the penguins at Stoney Point in Betty’s Bay then enjoy wine tasting in the Hemel n Aarde wine growing region. Look for whales in season in Hermanus and explore the charming village of Elim. At Cape Agulhas, see where two oceans meet, walk the coastal plains and explore the lighthouse and museum.

Explore five top wineries in a day with this hassle-free private tour from Cape Town. Instead of waiting around for public transport, take it easy with transfers in a private vehicle. During the trip, visit renowned wine regions—such as Franschhoek, Paarl, and Stellenbosch—to learn about local winemaking and stop for tastings at your own pace.

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.

Getting to and from the airport is one of the most stressful parts of traveling. With this prebooked Cape Town International Airport transfer, travel with peace of mind knowing your transportation is taken care of, and have more time for exploring and relaxing. Inbound travelers are taken from the airport directly to their Cape Town stay, while outbound travelers can organize pickups from anywhere in central Cape Town.

Get a different perspective on Cape Town by soaring across the city and its surroundings on a paragliding flight. Tandem paragliding flights are done from Lions Head and Signal Hill, within the spectacular Table Mountain National Park.

Enjoy a private day tour of the Cape Winelands from Cape Town with ease, and without having to drive, visiting Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl. Taste premier wines at multiple vineyards (tasting fees extra) with flexible options tailored to your palate. Experience scenic mountain views and Cape Dutch and Victorian architecture, with hotel pickup and drop-off and all transfers included for convenience.

Spend a day whale watching and wine tasting on this full-day trip to Hermanus from Cape Town. See migrating Southern Right, Humpback and Bryde's Whales off the coast of Hermanus from June through mid-December. Sample some of the local wines on route to Cape Town.

A good choice for first-time visitors or travelers who are short on time, this private tour shows you the best of Cape Town from the unique perspective of a local host. On your customizable walking tour, you'll learn about the city’s troubled past and see a mix of famous landmarks, hidden gems, and city secrets. You'll also be taken to that special eatery where only the locals come and enjoy a snack or drink hand-picked by your host.

This is not just a ticket — it’s total freedom to experience one of the world’s most iconic landmarks at your own pace. The Table Mountain Cableway ticket is valid for 7 full days, giving you the flexibility to choose the perfect weather and time to ascend, with no fixed schedule and no rush. Ride in one of only three rotating cable cars in the world, with a smooth, scenic ascent that delivers 360-degree views before you even reach the top. Once on the summit, there is no time limit — stay as long as you wish. Walk the mountain paths, take breathtaking photos over Cape Town, the ocean and surrounding peaks, watch ships glide into the harbour, shop locally crafted art, enjoy a relaxed coffee, lunch or sunset drink, and truly soak it all in. Unlike rushed tours, this ticket offers freedom, flexibility, world-class engineering and unforgettable views — all in one extraordinary experience.

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.

See the highlights of Cape Town, the Cape Peninsula and the Cape Winelands with the aid of a private guide during this flexible-length excursion. Enjoy a scenic drive through the eye-poppingly beautiful scenery of Cape Town, with Table Mountain in the background. Then continue south towards the Cape of Good Hope, stopping to admire Cape Peninsula highlights like Boulders Beach. Cap it all off with wine tastings and cheese set in the stunning landscape of Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands. A ‘Blue Badge’ private guide, private vehicle and round-trip hotel transport are included.

Explore the Franschhoek wine region on a hop-on hop-off tram tour, which allows you to explore the wineries that interest you at your leisure. Sit back and enjoy the scenery while you ride through vineyards dotting rolling hills; you're able to taste as much wine (own expense) as you like without worrying about driving. Includes convenient transfers from Cape Town.

The coastal waters off Hermanus are home to a spectacular range of marine wildlife, but the only way to enjoy truly up-close views is by boat. On this private wildlife cruise, spot humpback whales, dolphins, and more in their natural habitat with your guide. Spin through the seaside villages of Betty's Bay and Kleinmond—with round-trip travel from your Cape Town hotel included—and experience the best of the South African coast.

This tour is the perfect way to explore the beauty of the Cape Peninsula as well as local wildlife. Travel around in a small-group tour—an intimate alternative to crowded bus tours. Along the way, see the colorful buildings of Bo-Kaap, and admire the natural beauty of the Cape of Good Hope. The tour also visits the pretty town of Hout Bay, as well as the African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach (entrance fees extra).

Benefit from our Fast Track Table Mountain ticket and immerse yourself in nature by exploring Cape Town's iconic Table Mountain. Skip the line and fast track to the cable car with your pre-purchased ticket and experience this 7 Wonder of Nature. This option allows you to avoid the long queues and enter the Cable Car directly. Choose a time slot that suits you, but please remember to book ahead of time as there are only a limited amount of tickets available for each time slot.

Fly high over Cape Town with an experienced paragliding guide on this epic paragliding experience. Strap in and get ready to feel the exhilaration of the views and the flying sensation. Even beginners can participate, as all instruction and gear are provided for you.

Immerse yourself in Cape Town's apartheid-era history on this half-day tour that includes visits to District Six, a local preschool, a local shebeen (pub), and meet a traditional healer. Learn about apartheid and its legacy in South Africa through a guide's enlightening commentary. Enjoy the intimate atmosphere that comes with traveling in a small group of 15 people fewer. Upgrade your tour with an additional excursion to Robben Island.

If you’d rather avoid crowded bus tours and secure a more intimate experience, then this is the tour for you. Enjoy the luxury of a private sightseeing trip to the Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Bay Penguin Colony, exclusively for your personal group. Private transportation is included—with pickup directly from your hotel—and the route showcases plenty of scenic views, such as Cape Point and Camps Bay.