We depart after picking you up at your hotel, for a comprehensive city orientation tour starting with a trip up Table Mountain by cable car (cableway ticket for own account). The state-of-the-art cable car rotates 360° on its way to the top, offering a panoramic view. At the summit are short walks to enjoy the magnificent scenery.
You are then taken on a city tour, which includes a visit to the Castle, a drive through the city centre, a stop in the picturesque Malay (Muslim) Quarter, the architecture in this area is typical of what Cape Town was like 200 years ago. Then visit to the Waterfront or Milnerton for views of Cape Town. You will go past the houses of parliament, visit two or three of our famous museums and visit the company gardens.
Lunch (for your own account) will be at one of the restaurants of your choice after having been given suggestions by your guide.
After lunch we make our way to the Clock Tower (Nelson Mandela Gateway) to board a ferry to the Island. The three and a half hour tour includes a return trip across Table Bay (30 minute ferry ride) a visit to the Maximum Security Prison, interaction with an ex-political prisoner and a 45 minute guided bus tour.
The Ferry departs at 3pm, weather permitting, from the V & A Waterfront in Cape Town.
The Robben Island Tour includes:
- A return boat trip across Table Bay
- A visit to the infamous Maximum Security Prison
- Interaction with an ex-political prisoner
- A 45-minute guided bus ride
You will have the opportunity to explore the Murray's Bay Harbour precinct attractions, such as the Muslim shrine, or kramat, and the Museum Shop.
Please note that tours are subject to a change in direction due to weather, traffic and time restraints
Highlights:
- A tour of the Malay Quarter
- Cape Town city centre
- Company Gardens
- Greenmarket Square
- The flower sellers and the Castle of Good Hope.
- A return boat trip across Table Bay
- A visit to the infamous Maximum Security Prison
- Interaction with an ex-political prisoner
- A 45-minute guided bus ride
Includes transfers to and from your hotel, English speaking driver/guide, entrance fee’s to The Castle of Good Hope and two museums. Lunch will be for your own account at a restaurant of your choice and Robben Island tickets.
Time: 0900 – 1700
