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Day 1
Day 1: Cape Town
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
Day 2: Cape Town
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.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3
Day 3: Cape Town
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?
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4
Day 4: 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!
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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.
Cape Winelands Tasting at a Scenic Estate
Sample regional wines at a picturesque estate, pairing vineyard views with a guided tasting flight. Expect crisp Chenin Blancs, elegant blends, and South Africa’s signature Pinotage, introduced by your host with notes on terroir, climate, and cellar craft.
Learn how centuries of winemaking—shaped by ocean breezes and mountain soils—produced a distinctive style from Constantia to Stellenbosch. Amble between rows of vines, capture vineyard views, and toast the Cape Winelands. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.
Township Insights Tour & Apartheid History
Explore a local community on a respectful township tour led by residents who share lived experiences and cultural pride. Visit small businesses or arts projects, discuss daily life, and learn about Apartheid history through personal stories that bring policy and protest into human focus.
Expect warm welcomes and thoughtful conversations, guided by clear cultural protocols. Your visit supports community-led initiatives and helps sustain grassroots entrepreneurship. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.
South African Cooking Class & Tasting
Taste South Africa’s culinary heritage in a hands-on South African cooking class. Under the guidance of a local host, master Cape Malay spice-blending, fold crisp samoosas, and help prepare fragrant bobotie before sitting down to savor your creations together.
Hear how centuries of trade and migration shaped the cuisine, infusing cinnamon, turmeric, and cardamom into homestyle dishes. The shared table captures the warmth of Cape Town’s kitchens—flavor-forward, story-rich, and made to be enjoyed in good company.
Chapman’s Peak Drive & Cape Point Scenic Peninsula
Travel the Atlantic seaboard on the cliff-hugging Chapman’s Peak Drive, carved dramatically into mountain rock, before entering Table Mountain National Park to explore Cape Point and the rugged Cape of Good Hope. Expect crashing surf, wind-bent fynbos, and viewpoints that frame turquoise bays and distant peaks.
Hear tales of shipwrecks and lighthouse beacons while scanning for seabirds and coastal antelope. Photo stops abound along this storied coastline. This experience is at additional cost and is bookable on tour.
Boulders Beach African Penguin Colony Visit
Visit Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town to observe an endearing African penguin colony from eco-sensitive boardwalk viewing platforms. Watch the birds shuffle across sand, nest between granite rocks, and dart through the clear False Bay waters.
Your guide highlights conservation efforts protecting this endangered species and the etiquette for responsible wildlife encounters. Gentle sea breezes, soft surf, and close-yet-respectful vantage points make this a soulful marine-life experience. This visit is at additional cost and bookable on tour.
Sea Kayaking with Penguins at Simon’s Town
Paddle out in stable doubles to sea kayak alongside penguins from Simon’s Town, gliding across the calm, kelp-fringed waters of False Bay. Spot penguins porpoising, cormorants drying their wings, and gentle swells rolling beneath the mountains.
Guides set a wildlife-safe distance, provide all gear, and share insights into the bay’s marine ecosystem. Routes vary with conditions; departures are weather- and tide-dependent. This adventure is at additional cost and bookable on tour.
Cape Town City Highlights Tour: Bo-Kaap, City Centre & V&A Waterfront
Join a guided panoramic tour of the Mother City, taking in the colorful Bo-Kaap, Cape Town’s City Centre, and heritage-laced streets lined with Cape Dutch and Victorian facades. Your guide unpacks stories of resilience, from the Grand Parade and City Hall to the leafy Company’s Garden.
Continue to the V&A Waterfront, where a working harbour hums beneath the Table Mountain backdrop. Stroll past the Clock Tower and quayside boutiques, watch fishing boats glide in, and enjoy lively buskers and sea air along the promenades.
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway & Summit Panorama
Discover Cape Town from above as you ride the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway to the flat-topped summit, a designated New7Wonders of Nature. The rotating cabins reveal 360° views over Cape Town, from the City Bowl and Lion’s Head to Robben Island and the Atlantic coastline—perfect moments to pause for photos and reflection.
Learn how the mountain’s sandstone plateau shelters a unique fynbos biome and watch for the billowing “tablecloth” cloud that sometimes spills over the cliffs. Well-marked paths near the top invite gentle strolls amid hardy proteas and sweeping ocean vistas.