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Visit one of South Africa's three capitals in the coastal city of Cape Town. It makes for the perfect extension tour for wine enthusiasts, who can add on a three-day wine-tasting exploration of the region. In the shadow of impressive Table Mountain (perfect for hikes), Cape Town has a metropolitan mix of fasion, art, and cuisine, earning it the local nickname "melting pot of Africa." Tour Robben Island, where you might spot some of the 23 mammals and 132 bird species including the African penguin; it's also where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned. Expansive Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is home to 8500 species of indigenous plants. Cruises from Cape Town will take you past the legendary Cape of Good Hope, at the southern tip of the African continent. Contact us when you're ready to start planning your Cape Town trip.

10 Best Trips to Cape Town for 2020-2021

Cape Town Tours (18 Results)
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Dine on the patio by the water at the V&A Hotel
South Africa Snapshot
9 Days from $3,546
Visit vibrant Cape Town and game-rich Kruger National Park on this 9-day adventure through South Africa. This tour offers the best of both worlds: a world class metropolitan area steeped in history, and a bush experience renowned as one of the greatest in southern Africa, on which you are sure to encounter some of the Big 5.
Rhino in Kruger National Park
South Africa Big Five Safari
Kruger & KwaZulu-Natal
9 Days from $3,188
After arriving in Johannesburg, spend 9 days traveling through KwaZulu Natal and Kruger National Park on this authentic safari in search of the Big 5 wildlife. You'll also enjoy a trip to Dolphin Coast where optional boat excursions offer close encounters with bottle-nose dolphins!
A herd of elephants of all sizes make their way across the valley.
South Africa Luxury Snapshot
9 Days from $11,212
Begin your 9-day luxurious vacation visiting the highlights of Cape Town, followed by a tour of Robben Island - where you'll learn about the Apartheid years and tour the cell of Nelson Mandela- before spending the last half of your journey doing game drives searching for the Big 5 in Kruger National Park.
Boulder Beach penguins
South Africa Luxury Family Safari
12 Days from $14,159
Enjoy a 12-day family friendly luxury safari visiting some of the best game reserves & wine lands in South Africa. Explore the vibrant city of Cape Town before you head off for wildlife viewing in Tswalu and Sabi Sands Reserve. Kayaking among penguins, wine tasting, and horseback riding are all part of this exciting adventure.
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South Africa Luxury Winelands
3 Days from $1,073
Starting in Cape Town, this luxury 3-day Winelands extension samples wines from South Africa's famous Winelands region. Taste wines from Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek.
Cape Dutch homestead and vineyard
South Africa Winelands
3 Days from $644
Enjoy a 3-day Winelands extension to sample some of South Africa's finest vineyards. Sample fine wines at the estates and vineyards of Paarl, Stellenbosch, and Franschhoek.
An aerial view of Cape Town
Discover Cape Town
5 Days from $1,373
Visit vibrant Cape Town, Robben Island, Table Mountain and Cape Point and Peninsula on this South Africa highlight tour. Explore a world class metropolitan area steeped in history while staying on the coast of South Africa.
African Penguin
Discover Africa
10 Days from $9,499
From the luxurious Zambezi Queen, this 10-day itinerary showcases the best of South Africa & Botswana, including wildlife viewing, stops in Chobe National Park, and even a visit to the renowned Victoria Falls. You'll see elephants, leopards, lions, gazelles, and buffalo.
The sun sets over Kruger National Park
Golden Trails of Africa
17 Days from $15,895
Explore Africa by land and river boat on this 17-day combination tour! Cruise the Chobe River, visit local villages, take a safari through the Serengeti and Tarangire National Park, and tour Victoria Falls, all from aboard the luxurious Zambezi Queen and a host of luxurious hotels in the heart of wild Africa.
Orlando Towers, Soweto
Stars of South Africa
15 Days from $13,995
This two-week adventure combines a stay in Cape Town, a river cruise aboard the Zambezi Queen, and a stay in the private Tintswalo Atlantic game lodge. Experience the best of South Africa with the opportunity to visit national parks, take game drives, and visit Victoria Falls, all in one itinerary!

Best Luxury Tours of Cape Town

Trip NameFromDaysNext DepartureSummary
South Africa Luxury Winelands$10733May 27, 2020Starting in Cape Town, this luxury 3-day Winelands extension samples wines from South Africa's famous Winelands region. Taste wines from Paarl, …
South Africa Luxury Snapshot$112129May 27, 2020Begin your 9-day luxurious vacation visiting the highlights of Cape Town, followed by a tour of Robben Island - where you'll learn about the …
South Africa & Namibia$38609Apr 21, 2021Explore the essential towns and sites of South Africa's wild coast and the spectacular Natural Parks of the south of Namibia. At the crossroads of …
Rivers & Rails of Africa$1429513Jun 5, 2020This 13-day tour combines a stay in Cape Town, a Chobe River cruise aboard the comfortable Zambezi Queen, a safari in Chobe National Park, and a stay …
Along the South-African Coastline$38609Mar 28, 2021Between its bustling metropolises and its breathtaking natural beauty, South Africa has everything you are looking for on a perfect holiday. Join the …
Ushuaia to Cape Town$1600022Feb 24, 2022Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime adventure sailing across the South Atlantic Ocean. Starting in beautiful Ushuaia, visit Stanley, Gough, and Tristan da …
South Africa Luxury Family Safari$1416012May 27, 2020Enjoy a 12-day family friendly luxury safari visiting some of the best game reserves & wine lands in South Africa. Explore the vibrant city of Cape …
Madagascar & South Africa$684015Apr 12, 2021Cruise from Zanzibar to South Africa visiting the Comoros, Mayotte, and Madagascar. This 15-day itinerary aboard Le Jacques-Cartier will be an …

Top Wine Region Trips from Cape Town

Babylonstoren
South Africa Luxury Winelands
3 Days from $1,073
Starting in Cape Town, this luxury 3-day Winelands extension samples wines from South Africa's famous Winelands region. Taste wines from Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek.
African Penguin
Discover Africa
10 Days from $9,499
From the luxurious Zambezi Queen, this 10-day itinerary showcases the best of South Africa & Botswana, including wildlife viewing, stops in Chobe National Park, and even a visit to the renowned Victoria Falls. You'll see elephants, leopards, lions, gazelles, and buffalo.
Cape Dutch homestead and vineyard
South Africa Winelands
3 Days from $644
Enjoy a 3-day Winelands extension to sample some of South Africa's finest vineyards. Sample fine wines at the estates and vineyards of Paarl, Stellenbosch, and Franschhoek.
Zambezi Queen, Africa Safari
Rivers & Rails of Africa
13 Days from $14,295
This 13-day tour combines a stay in Cape Town, a Chobe River cruise aboard the comfortable Zambezi Queen, a safari in Chobe National Park, and a stay at Victoria Falls all in one unforgettable African adventure. Enjoy the rivers and rails as you travel through southern Africa!
Orlando Towers, Soweto
Stars of South Africa
15 Days from $13,995
This two-week adventure combines a stay in Cape Town, a river cruise aboard the Zambezi Queen, and a stay in the private Tintswalo Atlantic game lodge. Experience the best of South Africa with the opportunity to visit national parks, take game drives, and visit Victoria Falls, all in one itinerary!
Rockhopper penguins
Ushuaia to Cape Town
2020
22 Days from $16,000
Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime adventure sailing across the South Atlantic Ocean. Starting in beautiful Ushuaia, visit Stanley, Gough, and Tristan da Cunha as you make your way to spectacular Cape Town, South Africa. Admire two completely opposite destinations!
Boulder Beach penguins
South Africa Luxury Family Safari
12 Days from $14,159
Enjoy a 12-day family friendly luxury safari visiting some of the best game reserves & wine lands in South Africa. Explore the vibrant city of Cape Town before you head off for wildlife viewing in Tswalu and Sabi Sands Reserve. Kayaking among penguins, wine tasting, and horseback riding are all part of this exciting adventure.
Rockhopper penguins
Ushuaia to Cape Town
Port of Ushuaia to Cape Town
32 Days from $23,400
Enjoy a once-in-a lifetime adventure sailing through the South Atlantic Ocean. Starting in beautiful Ushuaia, visit Stanley, Gough, and Tristan da Cunha as you make your way to spectacular Cape Town, South Africa. Admire two completely opposite destinations!

Cape Town Travel Guide

Cape Town Highlights
From historic treasures to natural wonders to savory wines, Cape Town offers the perfect extension of any South African Safari. This city on the southeastern coast of South Africa is full of attractions and museums and is also the starting point for the luxury wine-tasting tours. While here, be sure to:
  • Visit the local vineyards. Renowned in the world as some of the best and most distinct wine, the vintners of South Africa's wineries are practiced in their art. A scenic drive from Cape Town past mountains and into the countryside will take you to these family-run vineyards.
  • Check out Robben Island. What was once the prison of Nelson Mandela is now a museum honoring South Africa's triumph over segregation. 
  • Go on an authentic African safari in Kruger National Park!
  • Visit Johannesburg to see one of South Africa's biggest cities. 
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Lioness relaxing in an African sunset
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A Maasai warrior walks across the African bush
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Sunrise above vineyards around Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa
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