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Half Day Cape Town and Table Mountain Tour

4 Hours

Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through Cape Town’s city center, where history and culture seamlessly merge with breathtaking views. Our route takes us past iconic landmarks such as the historic Castle of Good Hope, a testament to Dutch colonial heritage, and the elegant City Hall, gracing the Grand Parade with its baroque grandeur. As we navigate Adderley Street, you’ll catch sight of St. George’s Cathedral, the spiritual heart of Nobel Peace Laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu’s Anglican Diocese. Meandering through the Company Gardens and the vibrant Malay Quarter, also known as the Bo-Kaap, you’ll be immersed in the rich history of Cape Town’s Cape Malay community, descendants of slaves from distant lands. The journey then unveils the mesmerizing world of diamonds and gold, with an opportunity to witness the intricate art of diamond cutting and jewellery crafting. For those seeking even greater heights, an optional visit to Table Mountain offers a chance to ascend to its summit, where panoramic vistas of the city, its beaches, and distant landmarks like Robben Island and Cape Point await, weather permitting and cableway ticket cost aside. This tour promises a blend of heritage, craftsmanship, and awe-inspiring scenery.

Highlights

  • Malay Quarter
  • Table Mountain
  • Drive past the Parliament Buildings
  • City Hall, Slave Lodge & Company Gardens
  • Castle of Good Hope (time permitting)
  • Visit to Diamond Cutter

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Our drive to the city centre takes us past famous landmarks such as the Castle of Good Hope built in 1666 by the Dutch East India Company and City Hall, a baroque building and the Grand Parade.

As we follow the city’s main thoroughfare, Adderley Street, we will see St. George’s Cathedral, the Anglican Diocese of Nobel Peace Laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu. We will pass the Company Gardens and the Malay Quarter [also known as the Bo-Kaap] which means “Above Cape” because of its location up against the slopes of Table Mountain.

In the early 18th century, thousands of slaves from Java, Ceylon and other Far Eastern regions were brought to Cape Town.  After slavery was abolished, their descendants, known as the Cape Malay’s, settled here. Continue to join a sparkling tour, witness the art of diamond cutting and the careful craftsmanship of jewellery manufacturing by skilled experts. Discover the history of the Diamond and Gold Trade in South Africa.   You will be offered the option of continuing to Table Mountain, where you can ascend to the top [weather permitting & cost of cable way ticket for own account] by the revolving cable car.  Here, you’ll see wild flowers and the famous silver tree, and marvel at a birds-eye view of the city and its beaches.  On a clear day it is even possible to see Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned on one side and Cape Point on the other.

4 hours

INCLUDES/EXCLUDES

Included

  • Return transfers to / from Cape Town City Centre Hotels
  • Professional English-speaking Guide
  • Sightseeing mention on Highlights

Excluded

  • Table Mountain cable way tickets ( recommend buy on line, prior to the commencement of the tour)

OTHER INFORMATION

Is it safe to travel to South Africa?

If you follow these guidelines you will feel totally safe.  Some areas you visit will be quite poor by our standards and it is thoughtless to flash money or jewelry. Leave jewelry at home and carry only small amounts of cash. Leave valuables and passports in the hotel safes or with camp managers.

You will find the people very friendly, helpful and eager to please. The beauty and tranquility of the land, the magnificent wildlife, and the hospitality of the people will all contribute to a lifetime of memories!

What are the entry requirements?

Citizens of Canada and the United States have visas/entry permits issued free of charge on arrival in South Africa.

All Non-South African passport holders are required to have at least two, entirely blank (unstamped) visa pages in their passport, each time entry is sought in South Africa. These pages are in addition to pages that are required for other countries you are visiting on the same trip

Passports must be valid for a minimum of 6 months after intended date of departure. If you are extending your journey to other countries, please estSouth establish entry requirements for those countries as well.

Children: Children traveling in and out of South Africa are required to carry an unabridged birth certificate reflecting the details of both parents, as well as a valid passport.

Should I get travel insurance and what is the cost?

We recommend purchasing travel insurance. A comprehensive travel policy is available through our insurance partners—your South Africa Specialist will be able to direct you to more information. Cancellation fees are charged by our suppliers and are beyond our control. Insurance will cover you for costly cancellation penalties, trip interruption, and missed connections, and offer you protection in the event of illness or accident while abroad

Will I be safe in an open safari vehicle?

The safari vehicles are very safe as long as you take heed of your guide’s instructions – no standing in the vehicle and no loud talking or shouting.

Can I bring children on safari?

Children under the age of 6 are rarely accepted at lodges and it is not recommended to bring young children on safari. If they are accepted, they will not be allowed to go on game drives and will have to be left at the lodge under the care of a babysitter or guardian. Some lodges will allow children 6 and over to go on game drives and other lodges only allow children over the age of 12. It is best to check with your Lion World safari consultant as to which lodge is the best for you to consider

Can I use a credit card?

In most cases, Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are widely accepted.

What is the best time of the year to visit Cape Town?

Any time! Each season in Cape Town has something to offer its visitors

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