Top Cape Town Tours by Duration

Save time, avoid crowds, and see the highlights of the Cape Town area in a single day on this small-group tour. Admire the colorful houses of Bo Kaap, ride a cable car ride up and down Table Mountain, embark on a scenic drive along Chapman's Peak, and visit the penguin colony of Boulder's Beach.

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, Franschhoek, and Paarl. Along the way, enjoy cellar tours and exclusive tastings with sommeliers. As well as wine, the experience also includes special pairings with cheese and chocolate.

Spend the day exploring the 3 top wine regions of Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. This day tour to the Cape Winelands – which includes a wine and sweet pairing with cellar tour, an Urban Wine tasting in Franschhoek as well as an afternoon wine tasting and cheese pairing after enjoying a guided walk in the town of Stellenbosch – a must-do for visitors and locals alike.

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 as you like without worrying about driving. Convenient pickup and drop-off at Cape Town hotels makes this an easy door-to-door option.

Explore Cape Town at your own pace with a 1- or 2-day hop-on hop-off bus pass. Journey around three different bus routes, stopping at attractions such as Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Table Mountain, and the Cape Winelands, and spend as long as you wish at each. Enjoy a city walking tour or upgrade to include a V&A Seal and harbor cruise plus a sunset bust tour.

Relying on local public transport schedules can mean lots of waiting around, so make your time in Cape Town a breeze with this private transfer option. Meet your driver at your preferred pickup point—either Cape Town International Airport or a place in Cape Town city center, then travel comfortably with just your driver, and no ride-sharing.

A visit to Robben Island is a must to learn about South Africa’s history, and this tour offers a convenient and effective way to get there. Cape Town hotel pickup and drop-off are included, as well as entry to Robben Island and a guided tour. Along the way, learn about the Island's role as a former prison, and hear stories about Nelson Mandela and how he spent 18 years of his 27-year sentence there.

This is the perfect tour for time-tight travelers interested in scenic nature spots and wildlife encounters. Save time waiting for local buses and go on a shared half-day tour instead. Ride in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle along False Bay’s coastline and stop at St. James Beach, Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, the Cape of Good Hope, and Old Cape Point Lighthouse.

Visit a penguin colony at Boulder’s Beach and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve all in one day during this tour, including round-trip transport from Cape Town. First, catch sight of the endangered African penguins on the beach, and then travel over to Cape Point in the nature reserve. Spend ample time at Cape Point, and keep an eye out for ostrich, antelope, and whales. You can also take part in an optional hike in the reserve if you choose.

Cape Town and its surrounding area is loved for its abundance of spectacular nature spots, but without a car, it can be tricky to get between dispersed outdoor sites. On this tour, enjoy the luxury of having a private driver and a customizable route that’s tailored to suit your requirements. The ideal way to tick off lots of highlights in a day—potential stops include Bo-Kaap, Camps Bay, and Hout Bay.

Explore our Cape Town top 5 attractions on our Full Day Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope and Penguins All-Inclusive Private Tour and benefit from a personal tour guide/driver and private vehicle. Take a photo with the colourful houses in the Bo-Kaap; Skip-the-line at Table Mountain cableway with our pre-purchased ticket; Take a scenic drive along the Atlantic Seaboard and Chapman's Peak; An optional Seal Island boat trip; Visit the African Penguins at Boulders Beach and explore the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point Nature Reserve. This is one of the best and most convenient ways to experience Cape Town in one Full Day Private Tour.

Visit the Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguin Colony with your own private guide by booking this tour. Along with taking in coastal scenery and visiting the Boulders Penguin Colony, you'll also get the chance to try locally roasted coffee, do a little shopping, and make a brief stop at an ostrich farm.

Spend a full day at the Aquila Game Reserve, the closest one to Cape Town, on this safari tour. Get excited to see the ‘Big Five’ game animals and endangered species such as the ‘Aquila’ Black Eagle on this worry-free trip, which includes pickup at your Cape Town city center hotel. This is one of the easiest safari tours near Cape Town, on a private game reserve in a malaria-free area.

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.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant food and beverage scene of Cape Town on this half-day walking tour. With your small group, follow a guide through the streets of Cape Town to stop at city landmarks and hidden gems you might not find on your own. Enjoy tastings in vibrant eateries in Bo-Kaap and De Waterkant with entertaining commentary on the city's history and foodie culture from your guide.

Lion’s Head—located in Table Mountain National Park—is known for being a top hiking location that offers incredible views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Hottentots Holland Mountains. With this guided hike, you can safely explore this magnificent landscape without the worry of getting lost. Choose from a sunrise or a sunset hike, and enjoy plenty of photo stops along the way too.

As one of South Africa’s most visited museums, Robben Island tours are best booked well in advance. This half-day package includes museum admission and round-trip transfer from your Cape Town accommodation, ensuring a hassle-free trip. Learn about the island’s long history from your guide and see the cell that housed Nelson Mandela, then take time to reflect on your voyage back to the mainland.

Cruise along Cape Town's Atlantic coastline and get great views of the city and Table Mountain with this express cruise tour. You will head out from the V&A Waterfront, making your way up to the Green Point lighthouse before turning around and heading back, all in around just one hour.

Discover the wild scenery, unique culture, and rugged coastline of the Cape Peninsula during this full-day sightseeing tour. Drive along the roads of this incredible peninsula, stopping to explore pristine beaches, charming coastal towns, and local wildlife. Observe a community of penguins on Boulders Beach, visit two oceans and journey to the edge of the African continent at the Cape of Good Hope. A guide, some entrance fees, and round-trip hotel transport are also included.

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 Capetown stay, while outbound travelers can organize pickups from anywhere in central Cape Town.

Catch the sunset over Cape Town from the deck of a sailboat on this evening cruise. Sit back and relax with a provided glass of sparkling wine while watching the sun sink over the city landscape. You’ll get frame-worthy photos of the city and Table Mountain in sunset hues; captain and crew are on hand to answer any questions and provide commentary.

Combine wine tastings, cheese tastings, and a cellar visit on this action-packed half-day tour of Stellenbosch. Save time figuring out public transport schedules by having round-trip transport from Cape Town included. It’ll be the ultimate day of convenience as wine tastings are included. Venture into Cape Winelands and visit two wine farms for wine and cheese tastings.

Spotting the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo—is a priority for many visitors to South Africa and this tour is ideal for those with limited time. Travel from Cape Town by upmarket air-conditioned vehicle, enjoying views of the Breede River, Hex River Wine Valley, and Table Mountain along the way, then join a group safari drive at a private game reserve and enjoy some incredible wildlife-watching opportunities.