10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Eastern Cape That You Shouldn't Miss

Cape Town, the “Mother City”, or the world’s most fabulous city, is the oldest city in South Africa and has a cultural heritage spanning more than 300 years. Table Mountain, one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature will be visited by the Aerial Cableway, as well as most of Cape Town’s best attractions. Highlights are Robben Island cultural tour, Two Oceans Aquarium, Bo Kaap Museum and walk, Table Mountain by Aerial Cableway, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Groot Constantia, Wine tasting at 3 wine farms, and more on request, Kalk Bay harbour, Fish Hoek and Boulders Beach near Simon’s Town, Cape Point, Table Mountain National Park, Flying Dutchman Funicular, Eagle Encounters, Route 62 – Karoo, Cango Caves Heritage Tour, Featherbed Eco Experience, Whale watching Nelson Mandela Bay, Addo Elephant Park game drive. This tour can be private on request.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 6 nights accommodation, National Park fees, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup (selected hotels only), Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Drinks, Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

This full day tour includes a walking city tour through the historic city of Port Elizabeth, highlights during this part of the tour include a visit to the Campanile Tower, City Hall, The City Library, Route 67 art walk, the Donkin Reserve including the best view of Port Elizabeth. The next stop is at The Dockside Brewery, a local brewery specializing in small quantities of extremely special beer, the next brewery on route is The RIchmond Hill Brewing Company where you can sample some more special local beers. The last part of the tour takes place in Walmer Township, one of the oldest and most unique townships in South Africa. Take a walk through the streets with your local guide and learn more about the often undocumented history of this unique area. At the end of the tour you can enjoy a meal with local family.This a fantastic cultural experience that should not be missed by anyone visiting South Africa.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, A mouth watering Traditional Xhosa Meal with a local family in Walmer Township

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Get an overview of the history of the Bay and the City of Port Elizabeth, an insight into the first inhabitants, the Khoikhoi, the early European mariners, Xhosa and early Boers, the arrival of the British 1820 settlers. Of 100 years of warfare and view the rich colonial architectural heritage of the City and surrounding areas. Minimum 2 persons Single travellers welcome (single supplement applies) The tour can be booked as exclusive, private tour, please enquire

Inclusions: Professional Guided Tour, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Personal Shopping, Gratuities

The only tour guide that will get you inside the Cape Recife lighthouse. An excursion highlighting the cultural, historical and natural diversity at the entrance to Algoa Bay. Minimum 2 persons Single travellers welcome (single supplement applies) This tour can be booked as an exclusive, private tour, please enquire

Inclusions: Professional Guided Tour, Air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance/conservation fee, Bottled water

Exclusions: Personal Shopping, Gratuities

The City tour is more than just visiting Museums and Old Buildings --- we will take you to a number of points of interest and we will, if it works out, do some walking and exploring as well. Our guides are familiar with all of Port Elizabeth and surrounding areas and are willing to adapt this tour to your particular needs.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

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Explore Port Elizabeth – aka the Windy City, Ibhayi (‘the bay’ in isiXhosa) or the Friendly City as it is affectionately known by locals. This coastal hub in the Eastern Cape has many hidden treasures and some amazing history. Join us in discovering why Nelson Mandela chose to have his name bestowed upon this city! #DiscoverFreedom

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

A walking city tour through the inner city of one of the oldest cities in South Africa. Situated on the shores of the Indian Ocean, overlooking Algoa Bay, Port Elizabeth flaunts an atmosphere of relaxed year-round fun and excitement. A temperate all year round climate makes anytime a good time to visit this bustling port city. The breathtaking seashore boasts a perfect combination of warm water, protected beaches and invigorating sea breezes. Here you will find some of the world's best sailing venues, first-rate scuba diving with colourful coral species, beautiful reefs and shipwrecks, near perfect conditions for wind-surfing, angling, snorkelling, kite-surfing, fly-fishing and canoeing. Port Elizabeth is a nature lovers dream come boasting 5 different biomes within the city limits.

Inclusions: Local guide, Port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

The ultimate way to see Port Elizabeth! Discover why Nelson Mandela chose to have his name bestowed upon this city! An all inclusive way to experience one of the oldest cities in South Africa. This tour includes a 2 and a half hour walking tour through the historic city center, a visit to 2 local breweries including tasting and a cultural township experience in one of the oldest townships in South Africa.

Inclusions: Lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuities

ROUTE 67 is a walking tour, dedicated to the 67/years that Nelson Mandela was a public figure from 1942 to 2009. It covers 67Quotations by Mandela and 67/art pieces, ranging from 1799 to 2011. It covers information on.... Art Religion Nature Politics and Sport

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch

A Luxury Cape Town to Garden Route Journey Discover and experience the best of South Africa’s picturesque Garden Route during a 5-day round-trip from Cape Town where you will stay at luxury accommodation offering fine cuisine and personalized service, catering to the needs of the discerning traveler. Visit the Addo Elephant National Park where you can get close to elephants, big cats like lion, buffalo, black rhino, hyena, a variety of antelope and in the marine section, great white sharks and southern right whales, as this is one of the few reserves in the world housing the Big 7. Hike through lush forests and canoe on picture-perfect water. Unwind and soak in the sun on soft, sandy beaches for an unforgettable holiday. 20% discount for group bookings of 6 and more  Bookings have to be made at least 60 days in advance.

Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, 4 nights accommodation, National Park fees, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified