Top Gauteng Private Sightseeing Tours

From exploring the wealthiest city in Africa, Johannesburg, to experiencing the capital city of South Africa, Pretoria, this full-day tour offers a deep dive into the history and scenic beauty of both metropolises. Begin to understand the stark contrast between these two giant cities as you take in the sights, learn about the rich heritage, and capture photos of these urban hubs.

The Cradle of Humankind is one of the most interesting archeological tours one can do near Johannesburg. It is home to one of the most significant archaeological sites in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In 1947 Dr. Rorbert Broom and John Robinson discovered “Mrs Ples” a skull of a fully grown adult Australopithecus Africanus and in 1998 Professor Ron Clarke discovered fossil fragments here which led to the location of “Little Foot” a nearly complete remains of Australopithecus Africanus. In 2008 Professor Lee Berger announced the discovery of “Sediba” also at the Cradle area. The Sterkfontein Caves located in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind is described as the ‘anthropological treasure house of the world. It is the World's oldest and continuous paleontological diggings, having been worked on for more than 60 years, and contains one-third of the World's hominid fossils.

Ideal for travelers with limited time in Pretoria, this guided half-day private tour is a great way to learn about the area’s history and tick off a variety of key sights in a short space of time. Find out stories about the first European settlers in the Cape area, and see the Voortrekker monument, the Kruger House Museum, Church Square, and the Union Buildings.

Our tours are run by well trained and experience guides with a well knowledge of South Africa and Africa as a whole. We are reliable, safe, welcoming, trustworthy and friendly.

Enjoy a 3 Days 2 nights Panorama Tour and Kruger National Park Safari with Virgio Tours. Get to visit Beautiful Scenary like Bourkes Potholes, Three Rondavels, Berlin Falls, God's Windows. Also get to enjoy a full Day Kruger Safari on an Open Vehicle and get to see those elusive BIG 5. With departures from Johannesburg, this is the best tour to see both the Panorama tour and Kruger National Park in 3 Days.

Learn about the different tribes of South Africa on this half-day tour to the Lesedi Cultural Village. Get a window in to the culture of tribes such as the Xhosa and the Zulu, as well as a chance to taste their cuisine. Round-trip hotel transportation included.

Get more from a visit to Soweto by booking this Soweto Private Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria that allows you to explore the township with someone who was born and raised there and knows its ins and outs like no one else. This private experience is just for your group of up to 13 and provides a unique, intimate experience. See Nelson Mandela’s House and the Tutu House with a guide who gives personal insights on the area’s culture and history.

Discover some of the most important places in Soweto without having to follow a map by going on this guided bike ride. The tour reveals stories about South Africa’s Apartheid history as you cycle past the former homes of Nelson Mandela, and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Another notable location is the Orlando West High School, where the guide provides commentary about the 1976 student uprisings.

Cover two of South Africa's most significant cultural and scientific landmarks in a single day on this guided excursion from Johannesburg. Descend into the Sterkfontein Caves, where some of the oldest hominid fossils were unearthed, and explore the interactive Maropeng Visitor Centre at the UNESCO-listed Cradle of Humankind. The day ends at Lesedi Cultural Village, where the traditions, music, and lifestyles of South Africa's major tribal groups are brought to life by local hosts.

Go in search of Africa’s Big Five (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo) and other wildlife at Pilanesberg National Park with this private personalized safari tour. Increase your chances of spotting wildlife with an early morning start and a qualified and experienced field guide, and enjoy the convenience of having your transfers, entrance fees, brunch, lunch, snacks, and beverages included.

Make the most of limited time to explore Johannesburg and tick off lots of its key sights in a day by choosing this private tour. Rather than traveling on a crowded local bus, get between sites more quickly in a private air-conditioned vehicle. The trip visits the Top of Africa building, the Maboneng Precinct, and Nelson Mandela Square; and finishes with a stop at the Apartheid Museum—an important place to learn about South Africa’s history.

Discover the history of South Africa’s administrative capital, Pretoria, as you explore the city on a half-day tour. With a private guide, see the main highlights such as the Voortrekker monument, Paul Kruger House, the Union Building, and Church Square. While you explore, your guide provides information on the history of the city and why the country has three capitals.

Spend a day learning about South African history from the apartheid to present day during this full-day tour from Johannesburg. With a private guide, explore Pretoria to visit the National Cultural History Museum and learn about South Africa’s administrative capital. Then, head to the Cullinan Mine to learn about diamond mining and purchase jewelry directly from the mine.

This 12-day tour of South Africa takes you on an unforgettable journey through the country’s most iconic Landscapes, Wildlife reserves, and Cultural landmarks. Starting in Johannesburg travel to Kruger National Park, Drakensberg Mountains, Garden Route, Oudshoorn, Hermanus....etc... Tour Highlights: - Safaris at Kruger National Park - Safari at Botlierskop Game Reserve - Safari at Addo National Park - Safari at Isimangaliso Wetlands Park - Boat cruises in St Lucia Estuary and Knysna Lagoon - Hiking in Robberg Nature Reserve - Scenic drives along the Garden Route and Whale Coast Route - Cultural experiences - Coastal exploration including Port Alfred, Port Elizabeth, East London, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, and Hermanus

If you only have limited time for safari adventures then this full-day private tour is a convenient and hassle-free way to go “Big Five” spotting. Begin with a Johannesburg pickup, then enjoy the convenience of a private transfer to Pilanesberg National Park. Don’t worry about booking tours once in the park—as a drive around the park in a private vehicle is included.

Gauteng is the smallest province in South Africa, accounting for only 1.5% of the land area. Nevertheless, it is highly urbanised, containing the major highways and the country's largest city, Johannesburg, its administrative capital, Pretoria and the historical Soweto. We have combined the most popular attractions in the province in a day tour – if you only have one day to see it all, this is the tour for you:

A compact national park just a 2.5-hour drive from Johannesburg, Pilanesberg offers a wealth of wildlife—including the Big Five. Skip the stress of driving Johannesburg and join an experienced ranger on this overnight package with a 3-star lodge, two meals, and round-trip transfers from your Johannesburg hotel. You'll enjoy two to four game drives depending on timings, including at sunset and sunrise when the animals are most active.

Experience South Africa wildlife. Learn about South Africa's big 5 and their behavior. Safari Guide provides full details regarding the nature.

Johannesburg cultural tour, South Africa"s biggest city also visit Mahatma Gandhi square. Take in the views from the Top of Africa that covers all the highlights of Johannesburg and Soweto; The township’s complex past is visible in Soweto’s moving museums, historical monuments, and strong traditions Learn about the city’s history as you visit Constitutional Hill and the Apartheid Museum, then follow in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela in Soweto, with a tour of the Nelson Mandela House, Hector Pieterson Museum, and Freedom Square. • Constitutional Hill/ Optional • Apartheid Museum; The Apartheid Museum details the injustice, cruelty, and absurdities of white minority rule in South Africa. Apartheid, meaning “separateness” in Afrikaans, was officially in effect from 1948 to 1994. SITE VISIT: Apartheid Museum Mandela House Hector Pieterson Museum SITE VISIT: Mandela House, Constitutional Hill Mandela Bridge Johannesburg Soweto township Vilakazi Street Soccer City Stadium

Explore the best of what Johannesburg has to offer with this full day tour including a safari and a traditional South African 'sun-downer.' See the Lion Park to see one of Africa's most majestic big cats. Visit Soweto, the country's most famous township. Take in the important exhibits at the Apartheid Museum. Enjoy an evening drink – a sun-downer – in Maboneng.

Take a day trip from Johannesburg and learn about the history of humanity's origins on this half-day tour to the Cradle of Humankind caves. With a private guide, travel to the caves and listen to live commentary about the area’s prehistoric history. See dinosaur fossils and prehistoric human skeletons, plus learn about the evolutionary process at the Maropeng Visitor Center.

Discover the powerful life and legacy of Nelson Mandela on this insightful private tour. Begin at Liliesleaf Farm to explore his underground activities during apartheid. Visit his family home in Houghton and see his private office, then head to Constitutional Hill to learn about his imprisonment. The tour also includes stops at his law offices in Johannesburg and his Soweto residence, concluding at the Apartheid Museum.

We like to call this our best value tour since you get a whole lot of bang for your buck! On this safari tour, you will be observing the Big 5 (lion, leopard, Cape Buffalo, rhino and elephant) as well as a host of antelope, birdlife and amphibians, and be inspired by an authentically African atmosphere in the largest game reserve in South Africa. Kruger National Park is larger than some small countries in Europe and is just less than two million hectares of conservation area. Add to this a full day tour of the Panorama Route which includes, amongst others, the Blyde River Canyon, God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes, Lisbon and Berlin Falls. Perfection! On this Safari, you will enjoy comfortable accommodation in a private lodge, awesome game drives and beautiful scenery. Because of the well-trained guides, we are proud to offer an 80% Big 5 success rate on our game drives. All guides are FGASA (Field Guides Association of SA) registered. Your base will be a lodge just outside Hazyview.

Combine history and wildlife on this private full-day tour from Johannesburg to the Cradle of Humankind and Rhino and Lion Reserve. See some of the oldest human and hominid fossils and spot lions, rhinos, and wild dogs on a safari drive. Transfers from Johannesburg are included; admission fees to Maropeng and Rhino and Lion Park are not included.