Top Pretoria Bus Tours

This private tour offers a deeper understanding of South Africa's apartheid era than would be possible by just reading about it. As well as visiting the comprehensive Apartheid Museum, you'll drive through the township of Soweto, stopping at such landmarks as Nelson Mandela House and Desmond Tutu House.

Get to know the ins and outs of daily life in an elephant sanctuary on this half-day tour. Pickup and drop-off in means no need to rent a car, and you can relax on the ride up to the Magaliesburg Mountains. Once there, embark on a guided tour that includes up-close views of African elephants and the sanctuary's rescue and rehabilitation efforts.

Get more out of your time in Pretoria by going on a day trip to a UNESCO World Heritage Site—The Cradle of Humankind. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for convenience. Upon arrival, visit the Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve for a driving tour, and look out for rhinos, lions, cheetahs, and crocodiles. The trip also includes a visit to the on-site breeding center and crèche.

This 5-day Kruger National Park adventure promises ample opportunities for wildlife-spotting and peaceful moments in nature. To save you time researching where to stay, accommodation is included, as well as select meals along the way. Go on nature walks, experience magnificent starry nights, and look out for the “Big Five” during multiple game drives.

Witness South Africa's greatest highlights on this three-day small-group safari tour with accommodation included. On day one, travel from Johannesburg through the dramatic Panorama Route, taking in its natural wonders. Day two sees you day tracking the Big Five through Kruger National Park, one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife reserves, with a professional guide by your side, before returning to Johannesburg on day three.

Enjoy two popular family attractions in one day—the Lesedi Cultural Village and the Lion Park—with hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off. First, discover the rich history, culture, and traditions of Africa’s Xhosa, Zulu, Pedi, Basotho, and Ndebele tribes during a visit to the Lesedi Cultural Village. Then, enjoy guaranteed lion sightings—one of the Big Five—at the Lion Park, along with zebras, cheetahs, giraffes, hyenas, and wild dogs.

Explore Pretoria’s rich history and culture on a private tour with Shane, a local guide and author of "White Boy." Visit key landmarks like the Voortrekker Monument, Paul Kruger’s house, and the Union Buildings while hearing stories about South Africa’s past, including wars, gold rushes, and Nelson Mandela’s life.

Go in search of wildlife, like the Big Five of lions, leopards, rhinoceros,, elephant, and Cape buffalo on this 2-day small-group tour. Enjoy the convenience of having your logistics taken care of, including transfers from Johannesburg or Pretoria, accommodation at the Tembo Guest Lodge, lunch, bottled water, and two safari game drives in an open vehicle.

Combine visits to Soweto, Gold Reef City, and Johannesburg on a single tour. You'll get a full picture of the region by traveling with a guide on this carefully curated itinerary. Get orientation tours of both Soweto and Johannesburg, in addition to visiting the Hector Pieterson Museum, the Gold Reef City Theme Park, and exploring a gold mine. Transportation between all sites makes this tour easy and seamless.

Explore the sights of Soweto on a tour that has a flexible approach: choose to either travel on foot, by bike, or on an e-scooter. Find out about the area’s history, development, and also the future of Soweto and South Africa as a whole. The tour passes Vilakazi Street, FNB Stadium, Mandela House—where Nelson Mandela once lived, and the Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial.

Just a 2-hour drive from Johannesburg, the Pillanesburg National Park offers stunning scenery and the chance to spot all of Africa’s Big Five (leopard, lion, elephant, rhino, and buffalo). On this tour, set out on a thrilling game drive by minivan or open safari vehicle (depending on tour option selected) and enjoy incredible photo opportunities.

Combine a comprehensive tour of Johannesburg with an educational visit to Soweto Township in a single tour. This half-day excursion allows you to check many of the must-see area landmarks off your list, including the Hector Pieterson Museum, and Constitution Hill. Along the way, you'll enjoy insightful commentary from your guide.

• On the way to the Sanctuary travel through the scenic Magaliesburg and see the beautiful man made dam called Hartebeestpoortdam • Visit the Elephant Sanctuary • Visit the Monkey Sanctuary • Learn about Elephants • View monkeys, lemurs • 3 Km walk through 7 hectare enclosure • Entrance fee to Monkey and Elephant sanctuary included • Liquid refreshment on vehicle included • Transport from your hotel included

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.

If you’re short on time when in Johannesburg, but still want to visit the Lesedi Cultural Village, this Lesedi Cultural Village Half-Day Private Tour is the perfect solution. Prebook this experience and explore the village with a private guide who teaches you about the different South African tribes such as the Zulu. Get to know more about their cultures, their history, homelife, and their cuisine choices.

Our extraordinary tours are designed to be different. Our Tours are not just a trip, but a journey that will make your heart skip, designed to be different, extraordinary, an experience that's beyond the ordinary. Soweto played a leading and indeed a pivotal role in the struggle against Apartheid. You can visit many sites throughout the Township that tell part of the tragic, but ultimately triumphant story. You will experience the rich cultural heritage of South Africa's townships on this trip. Meet friendly locals, learn about the vibrant history, and immerse yourself in the colourful atmosphere of these fascinating communities. We then take you on a guided tour of the Apartheid Museum. We will unpack the story of the rise and fall of South Africa's era of segregation and oppression. Afterwards, allow yourself time to contemplate brutality you witnessed inside, process your shock and walk away with relief – knowing you are on the terrain where truth spoke to power and won.

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

Get a comprehensive tour of Pretoria on this city highlights excursion. With a guide in the lead, you'll be sure not to miss anything; stops include the Union Building, Voortrekker Monument, and Church Square. Listen to in-depth commentary about Pretoria's role in South Africa's culture, politics, and history as you travel. This tour is a great option for first-time visitors in search of an orientation or those short on time.

Uncover the history and culture of Johannesburg, one of South Africa’s biggest cities, on this half-day sightseeing tour. Join a small group and tour the “City of Gold,” where you visit the Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct, the old gold-mining hub of Newton, and the Apartheid Museum. While you explore, your guide provides context about the history, culture, and architecture of the city.

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.

Make the most out of limited time in Soweto and tick off lots of key sights in just a few hours with this half-day guided tour. No need to worry about doing any research, as a comprehensive itinerary is planned out for you. Along the way, the route showcases highlights such as the FNB Stadium, Orlando Towers, Freedom Square, Mandela House, and the Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum.

Get the experience of being a local Soweto resident by spending your day in one of the largest townships in South Africa; as we drive and walk through the vibrant Soweto Township. Come enjoy the day as we go through the rich history and culture of Soweto. You will then visit the renowned Apartheid Museum, which illustrates the rise and fall of apartheid in South Africa. This tour will give you a real sense of life during the apartheid era with its policies of segregation that were enforced from 1948 until 1994.

Explore the Cullinan Premier Mine, open since 1902, on this guided surface tour from Pretoria. With a guide providing engaging commentary, see the mine's huge opening, the mine shaft, and the diamond room displaying a selection of uncut diamonds and replicas of world-famous diamonds. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation from Pretoria included.

Experience the different sides of Johannesburg on this full-day tour. See the city’s modern landmarks, then dive into the city’s troubled history during a guided visit to the Apartheid Museum and a tour of Nelson Mandela’s hometown of Soweto. Gain insight into South African history from your guide as you visit Constitution Hill, and see the former houses of Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu.