Cape Town Explorer | 2025

Cape Town Explorer | 2025

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$525

$420

Cape Town Explorer | 2025

4 Days Starting and ending in Cape Town

Visiting: Cape Town

Tour operator:

Contiki

Tour code:

AACEA20

Specialist Group:

18-30 Somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

18-35

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English
From: $525 $420 Barrhead discount: -$105 -20%

NB: Prices correct on 23-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

In just 4 days, you’ll go from catching the mountain-top views (from a cable car) to exploring the nooks and crannies of Cape Town’s streets with a local guide. But that’s not all. You’ll also learn all about Apartheid, take a South African cooking class, taste authentic wine, and even kayak with penguins! It’s just one city, but it’ll keep you satisfied for days.

Highlights

  • Ride a cable car to the top of Table Mountain for breathtaking 360° views.

  • Explore the vibrant Bo-Kaap neighborhood and the historical sites of Cape Town's city center.

  • Visit the bustling V&A Waterfront for scenic harbour views.

  • Take a scenic drive along Chapman's Peak to the south-western tip of Africa, Cape Point.

  • Visit Boulders Beach to see a colony of African penguins and enjoy the opportunity to kayak with them.

  • Experience a MasterChef-style cooking class in Cape Town.

  • Enjoy wine tasting with stunning views to round off your day.

Places You'll See

Itinerary

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Day 1: Cape Town

Ilse Wiespointner
Abd Abo naser

Location: Cape Town

Accommodation: Waterfront Breakwater Lodge (or similar)

Accommodation Name: Waterfront Breakwater Lodge (or similar)

Buckle up, explorers. Our adventure through South Africa’s shining capital begins today. Drop your bags off at the hotel where you’ll meet your Trip Manager & Contiki fam. Tonight, we'll grab walkabout dinner. Spend some time with your new crew. Eat your heart out (and catch some sleep!). We've got a full day of exploring tomorrow.

Day 2: Cape Town

Ilse Wiespointner
Abd Abo naser

Location: Cape Town

Accommodation: Waterfront Breakwater Lodge (or similar)

Accommodation Name: Waterfront Breakwater Lodge (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning! It’s time to leave your breakfast table for another one. Today we’re riding a cable car to the very top of Table Mountain! After that, we’ll explore Cape Town’s hotspots (with a local guide, ofc). You’re free to spend the rest of the day however you like. How about visiting V&A Waterfront? Or taking a township tour to learn more about the Apartheid period? Whatever you do, don’t forget to save some space in your tummy for a MasterChef-style cooking class that you definitely wouldn’t wanna miss.

Day 3: Cape Town

Ilse Wiespointner
Abd Abo naser

Location: Cape Town

Accommodation: Waterfront Breakwater Lodge (or similar)

Accommodation Name: Waterfront Breakwater Lodge (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Wanna take advantage of Cape Town’s coolest local excursions? Today’s the day. You can choose to ride along the scenic cliffs of Chapman’s Peak, all the way down to south-western tip of Africa (AKA Cape Point). And then, we'll stop off at Boulders Beach to admire a colony of adorable African penguins - with a chance to go kayaking with them too! What next? How 'bout wine tasting (with a view) to round off an incredible day?

Day 4: Cape Town

Ilse Wiespointner
Abd Abo naser

Location: Cape Town

It’s time to say goodbye, but not before one final breakfast with your crew. Do we wanna leave Cape Town? Nope. But do we have another awesome destination waiting for us? Definitely. So, don't forget to keep in touch for a brand new adventure!

What's Included

  • Breakfast

    Enjoy 2 breakfasts during your stay in Cape Town.

  • Cable Car Ride

    Take a scenic ride to the top of Table Mountain for 360° views of Cape Town.

  • City Tour

    Explore Cape Town's historical sites and attractions including Bo-Kaap, the City Centre, and V&A Waterfront.

  • Scenic Harbour Stroll

    Stroll around the scenic harbour and enjoy views at South Africa's most-visited attraction.

  • Accommodation

    Stay at the Waterfront Breakwater Lodge (or similar) during your tour.

  • Local Transportation

    Explore Cape Town with convenient local transportation, including a scenic cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain and guided tours of the city's hotspots.

What's Not Included

  • Lunch and Dinner

    Lunch and dinner are not included in the tour package.

  • Optional Excursions

    Optional excursions such as a township tour, kayaking with penguins, and wine tasting are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Any personal expenses such as souvenirs and additional activities are not covered.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be arranged separately.

Dining Summary

  • 2 Breakfast (B)

Included Experience

  • Cape Town: Cable the Table! Take a scenic ride to the top of one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of Nature’ for 360° views of Cape Town.
  • Cape Town: Bo-Kaap. The City Centre. V&A Waterfront. This tour takes in all the historical sites & attractions of the Mother City.
  • Cape Town: Stroll around the scenic harbour and enjoy some Insta-worthy views, at South Africa's most-visited attraction.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of transportation is used during the Cape Town Explorer tour?

    The tour includes convenient local transportation, such as a scenic cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain and guided tours of Cape Town's hotspots.

  • What type of accommodation is provided on the tour?

    Guests will stay at the Waterfront Breakwater Lodge or a similar accommodation, which offers comfortable lodging with easy access to Cape Town's attractions and scenic views.

  • Are meals included in the Cape Town Explorer tour?

    The tour includes 2 breakfasts during the stay in Cape Town. Lunch and dinner are not included in the tour package.

  • What activities are included in the Cape Town Explorer tour?

    Included activities are a cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain, a city tour of Cape Town's historical sites and attractions, and a scenic harbour stroll at the V&A Waterfront.

  • Are there any optional excursions available during the tour?

    Yes, optional excursions such as a township tour, kayaking with penguins, and wine tasting are available but not included in the tour package.

  • Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

    Travel insurance is not included in the tour package and is recommended to be arranged separately.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.

Reviews of this operator

Trusted Customer  

Northern Choice plus Kaikoura

16-Jan-2023

The trip ran so smoothly and was well organised! The extra add ons were amazing and all the services were spot on. Food places were reasonable. I'm definitely booking my next contiki trip again soon!

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Sophie  

Exceptional customer service

14-Jan-2023

Contiki were exceptional in providing customer service. They provided me with lots of information and were quick in responding to all my questions. I found that they were super helpful.

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Trusted Customer  

First time traveling with Contiki. Highly recommend! You’ll have a blast

17-Jan-2023

First time traveling internationally since Covid and glad I spent the trip with Contiki. The travel, lodging, meals, activities everything was planned effortlessly. Going to Greece in may with contiki. Highly recommend

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Trusted Customer  

Amazing trip. Made great friends and memories. Can’t wait for my next trip

15-Jan-2023

I had 24 people on my contiki and I think it was the perfect number, we all got to know each other well and got along great. Our tour guide was fun and knowledgeable, the hotels were nice and in great locations.

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Tanner Stokes  

My amazing trip to Africa

13-Jan-2023

Sherif was an excellent tour guide. He was extremely knowledgeable about every single small detail at each site that we visited. In addition to his great service, he has a glowing spirit that made me feel like I had family with me the entire trip. Anything that I was concerned about, he always had an answer and was there to help. I truly enjoyed my experience and will purchase a tour with him in the future

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