Then, an exploration of the rich history and cultural sights of Cape Town on a drive past the impressive Castle of Good Hope, the City Hall, St. George’s Cathedral, a seat of the Anglican Church, the Great Synagogue and Holocaust Center and the lush Company’s Gardens adjacent to the South African Parliament. Situated on the slopes of Signal Hill, we reach the exotic Bo-Kaap quarter, formerly the Cape Malay Quarter, one of the oldest and most fascinating residential areas in the city with its brightly coloured homes and winding cobblestone streets that date back to the 18th century. Linger on your own or return to the V&A Waterfront for leisure time.

The Day’s Programme in Detail
8am After breakfast we ascend by aerial cableway* to the summit of Table Mountain, an iconic symbol of the city (weather permitting). From atop, view the amazing panoramic views of the waterfront, the majestic Hottentots Mountains, and the gorgeous Cape Peninsula. On a clear day, you can see as far as Robben Island.

Drive through Vibrant Bo-Kaap Walk
The Bo-Kaap is known for its brightly coloured houses – think pink, green, blue and orange. Other tour highlights include Auwal Masjid (the first and oldest mosque in South Africa), the Bo-Kaap Museum and the spicy delights of Cape Malay food. Situated on the slopes of Signal Hill, we reach the exotic Bo-Kaap quarter, formerly the Cape Malay Quarter, one of the oldest and most fascinating residential areas in the city with its brightly coloured homes and winding cobblestone streets that date back to the 18th century. Linger on your own or return to the V&A Waterfront for leisure time.

Overnight: Table Bay Hotel, Waterfront
Rooms: Sea facing
Meals: Breakfast

Wake up to the beauty of this historic city and at 8 am we depart to explore the picturesque scenery on a Cape Peninsula tour as you drive along the exquisite stretch of coastline. Relish the breathtaking views along legendary Chapman’s Peak and take a ride on the Flying Dutchman funicular to the old lighthouse.
On your way back towards Cape Town, visit the endearing African penguin colony at Boulders Beach.

The Day’s Programme in Detail
8am Pick up at V&A Waterfront Hotel Take the M3 to False Bay coast at Muizenberg. Go through coastal villages of Kalk Bay and Fish Hoek to Simon’s Town and visit the African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach. Stop at Cape of Good Hope, take the Flying Dutchman funicular to visit Cape Point Lighthouse on top of
Cape Point, and take in the views from the cliff lookouts, take pictures behind sign board.

See the Dias and da Gama monuments
Return to Cape Town along western coastline through Scarborough, Misty Cliffs to Noordhoek Village. Drive Chapman’s Peak Drive to Camps Bay, Clifton, and Bantry Bay back to Cape Town.

4pm Drop Off at V&A Waterfront Hotel
Overnight: Table Bay Hotel, Waterfront
Rooms: Sea facing
Meals: Breakfast

You have the day to choose what to do and some popular experiences include;

Cape Winelands Day Tour
Attention wine lovers! Tantalise your taste buds and brush up on your wine knowledge on our Full Day Winelands Tour. Enjoy three wine tastings at award-winning wine farms, accompanied by a cheese assortment and cellar tour, an exciting ride on the Franschhoek tram, and a visit to the Drakenstein Prison where Nelson Mandela spent the last part of his captivity.

Highlights
Expand your palate and enjoy three wine tastings at the most prestigious, award-winning wine farms of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl. Enjoy wine tasting, cheese tasting and cellar tours all while gaining knowledge about some of the most unique wines in the world

Enjoy a unique ride on the vintage-style Franschhoek Tram, passing through breath-taking views and vineyards – one of the best ways to explore the true beauty of Franschhoek

Visit Paarl and its vibrant Afrikaans culture, and the Drakenstein prison, where Nelson Mandela last stayed before being released

Rooms: Sea facing
Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast and then a morning activity.

Today we do a morning walk and breakfast on return. Later we will depart for the Airport

Meal Plan Included: Breakfast