Top Western Cape Historical Tours

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.

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.

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.

See the best of Cape Town in just half a day with this time-saving private tour. Get a shortcut to the city’s history without having to do any research, as a guide provides insightful commentary to keep you entertained. Conveniently, the itinerary can be customized based on your requirements, and potential places to explore include the Bo-Kaap neighborhood, the Castle of Good Hope, and the lush Company’s Garden.

Take a leisurely exploration of the amazing scenery and fascinating wildlife of the Cape Peninsula on this flexible-length private tour. Travel by private vehicle, complete with on-board refreshments and Wi-Fi, as you call the shots on what to see and do. Among the potential sights you might pick are a wine tasting at Cape Point Vineyards, a visit to the penguins of Boulders Beach, or a visit to the beautiful Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. A private guide, private vehicle, and round-trip hotel transport are covered.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the Cape of Good Hope and Table Mountain with your own private guide with this tour. You'll travel with a professional guide/driver, who will pick you up at your Cape Town hotel or alternative accommodation and take you out for the day. You'll visit Boyes Drive, the penguin colony at Boulders Beach, Chapman's Peak, and Maiden's Cove Braai. You'll also get skip-the-line access to Table Mountain.

Skip the self-drive stress and leave yourself free to enjoy the Cape Peninsula scenery on this small-group guided tour. In the company of like-minded travelers, visit the colorful houses of Cape Town’s Bo-Kaap neighborhood, a penguin colony at Boulders Beach, the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, Chapman's Peak Drive, and several quaint towns.

Embark on an unforgettable journey and discover the iconic landmarks of Cape Town on our shared Table Mountain, Cape Point, Penguins & Chapman's Peak Tour from Cape Town. This jam-packed day trip lets you experience the natural wonders, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking scenery that the Cape Peninsula has to offer.

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.

This tour is best suitable for those wanting to experience the top 3 attractions of Cape town and more in a day tour. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and immediately go over the itinerary with you and also asks you if you have any special interests, inside or outside your confirmed itinerary. The tour will then continue towards the historic and brightly colorful Bo-kaap before ascending to the world-famous Table Mountain. Your guide will escort you, pointing out important landmarks to you and answering your questions. From Table Mountain, the tour will gently steer south towards the Cape of good hope with multiple stops along the way to take pictures and appreciate the landscape. Various trails at Cape point make for a great hiking upon arrival at the national park. You may also have lunch at a restaurant of your choosing and then visit Boulders beach penguin colony on your way back to the city where your guide will drop you off at your preferred location.

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.

See the highlights of Cape Town, the Cape Peninsula and the Cape Winelands with the aid of a private guide during this flexible-length excursion. Enjoy a scenic drive through the eye-poppingly beautiful scenery of Cape Town, with Table Mountain in the background. Then continue south towards the Cape of Good Hope, stopping to admire Cape Peninsula highlights like Boulders Beach. Cap it all off with wine tastings and cheese set in the stunning landscape of Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands. A ‘Blue Badge’ private guide, private vehicle and round-trip hotel transport are included.

Get a full picture of Cape Town's rich cultural history through visits to the Langa and Gugulethu Townships, as well as the District Six Museum, on this half-day tour. Learn about the role and history of the townships in the larger fabric of Cape Town culture white visiting a shebeen (tavern), a local market, a sangoma (traditional doctor) and an arts and crafts center.

This ziplining experience allows you to see incredible views of Cape Town's most famous natural wonder—Table Mountain, and enjoy a thrill-seeking activity at the same. Travel in a private 4x4 vehicle to the foot of the mountain, then, start a zipline tour with seven different cables to try out. During the experience, enjoy plenty of time to walk along platforms, take in the scenery, and explore the flowers and plants of the fynbos floral kingdom too.

Save time and get the most out of your time in Cape Town by ticking off multiple top sights in a day—Bo-Kaap, Boulder’s Beach Penguin Colony, Cape of Good Hope/Cape Point, Chapman’s Peak, and Table Mountain. Benefit from the convenience of private transport, so you don’t have to wait around for buses. As an extra bonus, if there’s time, you’ll also visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.

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.

Make the most of limited time in Cape Town by ticking off two important sights in a day—Robben Island and Table Mountain. After a hotel pickup, set off towards Table Mountain, where you can ride a cable car to the peak. The trip also includes a visit to Robben Island—where you can go on a tour of the island’s historical sights and even visit Nelson Mandela’s former prison cell.

Take an exciting helicopter tour from Cape Town to see two oceans in one 25-minute flight. Fly around iconic Table Mountain to see the Atlantic Ocean on one side of the Cape Peninsula and then continue until you get to the Indian Ocean on the other side. Watch the terrain far below change as you fly, from beaches and rolling hills to rugged cliffs.

The beautiful beaches and stunning natural landscapes of the Cape Peninsula stretch south of Cape Town all the way to Cape Point. On this private tour, travel in the comfort of a private vehicle and stop as often as you like to take photos. Ride the cable car to the top of Table Mountain, visit the Boulders Beach penguin colony, and follow the famous Chapman's Peak drive (all at additional cost).

Discover the best sights of Cape Town from the sky by going for a ride on the Cape Wheel. You won’t waste a moment waiting in long visitor lines as a skip-the-line admission ticket is provided. Once you get in your cabin, it’s comfortable, air-conditioned, safe, and fully enclosed, so you won’t have to worry if you’re traveling with children. Access incredible views of Table Mountain, Robben Islands, and Cape Town city highlights that you wouldn’t see otherwise.