Johannesburg and Soweto

Johannesburg, South Africa
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This tour will take you along a memory lane that might be a hard pill to swallow but you will learn and see how our rainbow nation has picked itself up and dusted itself off to build something that we can all be proud of. Visit Joburg hustling and bustling inner city, museums, sample great foods and buy local curios.

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Stop At: Carlton Centre, 150 Commissioner Street, Johannesburg 2094 South Africa

The Carlton Centre is a skyscraper and shopping centre located in downtown Johannesburg, South Africa. At 223 metres (732 ft), it has been the tallest office building in Africa since 1973. The Carlton Centre has 50 floors

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct, 11 Kotze Street, Johannesburg 2001 South Africa

The Constitutional Court and Old Fort Prison is where you do a fascinating tour of the prison where famous people such as Gandhi and Mandela among others, were held. Go inside the Constitution Court which has one of the most unique designs

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Mandela House, 8115 Orlando West Street, Soweto, Johannesburg 1804 South Africa

You will visit Nelson Mandela’s and Desmond Tutu’s house in the famous Vilakazi street.You will see evidence of attacks at Mandelas house still seen today for fighting for what he believed in, freedom for all South Africans.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Vilakazi Street, Soweto, Johannesburg 1804 South Africa

The famous Vilakazi street is where it’s all happening. This street is famous for housing two great freedom fighters, the late Nelson Mandela and the Archbishop Desmond Tutu. If you’re looking for a high dose of culture and experience, then Vilakazi street is a must see. The street is not only famous for its history but also for its’ vibey energy, top restaurants and local vendors.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial, 8287 Khumalo St, Soweto, Johannesburg South Africa

Visit Hector Pieterson museum where you learn about how the students fought against Afrikaans being implemented as the language used in school, and the consequences which followed.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Regina Mundi, 1 Mkhize Street, Soweto, Johannesburg 1863 South Africa

The Regina Mundi church, this is the largest Catholic church in Soweto. The church is famous for opening its’ doors to anti-apartheid activists and providing shelter to people during the ‘Soweto uprising’ of June 16, 1976,

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: FNB Stadium, Nasrec, Johannesburg South 2147, Johannesburg South Africa

A chance to view the grand FNB stadium built for the 2010 soccer world cup. The stadium can seat 87 436 people and is known as the Calabash as it is shaped after an African pot.

Inclusions

  • Driver/guide
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Entry/Admission - Carlton Centre
  • Entry/Admission - Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
  • Entry/Admission - Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
  • Entry/Admission - Vilakazi Street
  • Entry/Admission - Regina Mundi
  • Entry/Admission - Mandela House

Exclusions

  • Food and drinks
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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