Discover South Africa

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11 days

Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Cape Town

While this country’s spotted and striped inhabitants are memorable, it’s the social, political, and cultural lessons of South Africa that are sure to leave a lasting impression. Standing in Nelson Mandela’s former home adds powerful context to his fight for democracy and reconciliation, while Cape Town is a favorite destination for many, thanks to its cosmopolitan atmosphere and stunning scenery. As you explore South Africa’s cultural diversity, remarkable wildlife, and natural landmarks, you’ll begin to understand the story of an entire continent.

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Day 1: Fly to South Africa

Day 2: Fly to South Africa

Day 3: Johannesburg

Meet your Tour Director at the airport

Take a guided tour of Johannesburg

With your Tour Director you will:

Explore the Soweto neighborhood
See the Regina Mundi Catholic Church
See the former home of Bishop Desmond Tutu
Visit the former home of Winnie and Nelson Mandela

Visit the Apartheid Museum

Day 4: Johannesburg • Gauteng province

Take a day trip to the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Visit the Maropeng Visitor Centre, and learn about human development over millions of years

Visit Constitution Hill, the living museum that tells the story of South Africa’s journey to democracy

Day 5: Johannesburg • Kruger National Park

Travel along the Panorama Route

Enjoy a toboggan ride at Long Tom Misty Mountain

Take an elevator down to the forest floor of Graskop Gorge

Travel to Kruger National Park area

Day 6: Kruger National Park

Jump into an off-road safari vehicle and take a full-day game drive through Kruger National Park

Day 7: Kruger National Park • Johannesburg • Cape Town

Take a morning bush walk

Travel to Johannesburg

Fly to Cape Town

Day 8: Cape Town

Visit the summit of Table Mountain

Take a guided tour of Cape Town

With your expert local guide you will see:

Devil’s Peak
Lion’s Head
Company Gardens
Greenmarket Square
Victoria and Alfred waterfront

Visit the District Six Museum

Take a ferry to Robben Island

With your Tour Director you will:

Visit Nelson Mandela’s prison cell
See the limestone quarry where prisoners worked

Day 9: Cape Town

Take a guided tour of Cape Town

With your Tour Director you will see:

Sea Point
Clifton
Camps Bay

Discover Cape Point Nature Reserve

Visit Simon's Town, Muizenberg, and the African Penguin Colony at Boulder's Beach

Visit the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

Day 10: Cape Town • Depart for home

Add this in-depth excursion:

Langa Township tour

Head to Langa, formerly a racially divided suburb of Cape Town. En route, you’ll gain local insight into the sociopolitical realities of pre- and post-apartheid. With your expert guide, you’ll visit the local community center where residents can learn career and life skills, and there will be an opportunity to purchase some locally produced arts and crafts. On your guided walking tour, you’ll connect with locals before visiting a preschool and a shebeen (community center).

Day 11: Arrive home