Cape Town & the Cape Peninsula
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This trip starts off with a city tour of Cape Town taking in the historic city centre, before heading to the top of Table Mountain to marvel at the views. At just over 1,000 meters (3,281 ft) high, this is one of the natural wonders of the World. A trip around the Cape Peninsula enables you to see the Jackass Penguins at Boulders Bay, look for wildlife in the National Park, stand on the most Southwestern Point of Africa at Cape Point and stop at some of the Cape’s best beaches.
Known in South Africa as “the Mother City”, Cape Town is the cultural and geographical portal for the highlights of the Western Cape. The Winelands region, situated just outside Cape Town and surrounded by imperious mountain ranges, is steeped in culture and history. Take advantage of the excellent South African wines, which are growing in popularity worldwide, with several wine tastings and a cellar tour.
This trip can be customized to fit your schedule and accommodate any specific requests you may have. Your travel consultant will prepare a customized itinerary for you. We offer a choice of 3 star, 4 star and 5 star hotels.
Additional information on this trip:
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Days of Week the Trip can Start:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
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Visited Cities:
Cape Town
Day 1
Upon arrival at the Cape Town airport, reception and transfer in a private vehicle to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 2
Today we will start by helping you get your bearings in Cape Town along with a knowledge of its past with a private city tour. Have your eyes and ears opened to seldom seen sights and seldom heard stories of the city’s former inhabitants; previous visitors; beautiful architectural heritage; social, cultural, religious and political history.
In the afternoon we will make our way to the Cable Car Station for a memorable trip to the top of Table Mountain. This is one of the Natural Wonders of the World and the views of the city, coastline and Cape Peninsula are truly breathtaking. Enjoy one of the many walks on top of the mountain before enjoying a well earned cocktail and watching the sun set.
Day 3
After breakfast you will be taken on a private tour of the Cape Peninsula. This is a full day tour that takes in some of Cape Town’s best scenery and attractions. You will stop at the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Situated on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain. These beautiful gardens are home to over 6000 plant species.
You will then visit the Jackass Penguin Colony at Boulders Bay and perhaps have a swim on the beach next door. After a stop for lunch overlooking False Bay, where you can keep an eye out for whales, you will move on to Cape Point, which is the south-westernmost point of Africa and one of the most dangerous points to sail around in the World. On the way back you can look for wildlife as you travel through Cape Point National Park, before going round Chapman’s Peak Drive and back to your hotel for a sun downer!
Day 4
After breakfast we take a trip to the Winelands region just North of Cape Town. South African wine is one of the fastest growing in popularity and we will take you to some of the best wine makers in the country. You will be able to experience several tastings as well as a private cellar tour. The Winelands region is also incredibly beautiful, with the vineyards woven through spectacular mountain ranges. We will stop for lunch in Franschhoek, which is the gourmet capital of South Africa, and soak up the surroundings while enjoying some first rate cuisine. This is a fantastic day out.
Day 5
After breakfast you will either be transferred to the Cape Town airport or continue with the Yampu Tours add-on of your choice.
Suggested Hotels by City and Category *
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Cape Town
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| 3-star |
Sundown Manor, or similar. |
| 4-star |
The Vineyard, or similar. |
| 5-star |
Cape Grace, or similar. |
* Subject to confirmation at time of booking
5 days , from £644
| Occupancy Type |
3-Star |
4-Star |
5-Star |
| Double | £644 | £849 | £1427 |
| Single | £1288 | £1698 | £2855 |
Prices shown above are per person, in Sterling (Ł).
- Visitors to South Africa for tourism, short business meetings, or those in transit do not require visas for stays of up to 90 days.
- Travelers entering South Africa from WHO-designated yellow fever countries are required to present their current and valid “International Certificate of Vaccination as approved by the World Health Organization (WHO)” (commonly called a “yellow card”) or statement of medical exemption (also located on the same yellow card). Additionally, South Africa treats Zambia and Tanzania as yellow fever countries. This requirement is imposed on travelers flying to South Africa via yellow fever countries, even when transiting passengers are required to stay on board the plane, or if the plane makes an unscheduled landing in a yellow fever country. As a precaution, all travelers to South Africa should carry their original yellow card.
- While most of South Africa is malaria-free, malaria risk exists throughout the year in rural low-altitude areas of Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces, including Kruger National Park and neighboring game reserves. Risk also exists in the coastal lowlands of KwaZulu-Natal north of the Tugela River (including in Zululand, but excluding urban areas of Richards Bay). In all risk areas, risk is much lower from June to September.
South Africa
Table Mountain & Cape Town
Bo Kaap District, Cape Town
Penguins on Boulder's Beach
