Cape Town – July 22 – 27, 2024

GEOTOURS CAPE TOWN – LAND COST = $890

Includes hotel, breakfasts, entries/activities, Matt Ebiner & Suzan Ebiner as group leaders

International airfare to Cape Town is extra and costs about $2100 from LAX, including taxes

This tour is designed as a pre-trip extension of the GeoTours Namibia tour.

Option to add a visit to Johannesburg and the country of Eswatini before Cape Town.

Monday, July 22 – Depart USA

Depart USA to South Africa, probably in the morning on United, or early afternoon on KLM/Delta.

Tuesday, July 23 – Cape Town, South Africa

Arrive in Cape Town, South Africa, one of the world’s most beautifully located cities.  Stay at the Radisson RED Hotel (4*) or equivalent for 4 nights on the beautiful V & A Waterfront, with shops, restaurants, entertainment, and gorgeous views.

Wednesday, July 24 – Cape Town

Take a bus and walking tour of Cape Town to get an overview of the city.  Visit District Six Museum, which documents the injustices of apartheid.   Enjoy the scenic coastline at Camp’s Bay.  Optional hike to the top of Lion’s Head for great views (weather dependent) or spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring on your own.  Night #2 in Cape Town.

Thursday, July 25 – Cape Town

Take a boat to Robben Island (weather permitting), the “Alcatraz” of Africa where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned; it is now a UNESCO world heritage site.  Great views of Cape Town from the boat.   Afternoon is free; optional wine tasting at Groot Constantia wine estate or optional visit to beautiful Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.  Night #3 in Cape Town.

Friday, July 26 – Cape Town

Travel through Table Mountain National Park, with spectacular coastline and views.  See colorful birds and mischievous monkeys at World of Birds.  Marvel at the views on Chapman’s Peak Drive, one of the most spectacular coastal roads in the world.  Beautiful downhill hike (1-hour) from Cape Point to Cape of Good Hope.  Watch African penguins in their native habitat at Boulders Beach.  Night #4 in Cape Town.

Saturday, July 27 – Cape Town, South Africa – Windhoek, Namibia

Depart South Africa on Airlink at 10:45 am to Windhoek, Namibia (airfare costs $130).  Start the GeoTours Namibia tour with a relaxing afternoon in Windhoek.