• Johannesburg - Begin with a hotel pick-up, followed by a warm welcome and general introduction.
• Houghton Estate - Known as one of Johannesburg’s most affluent suburbs, Houghton Estate was home to Nelson Mandela, its most famous resident. Here, you can see Mandela’s house, where he lived during his presidency and passed away in December 2013.
• Munro Drive - This national monument, built by Italian prisoners of war during World War II, offers a scenic view of Johannesburg’s northern suburbs and the world’s largest man-made subtropical forest.
• Hillbrow - Hillbrow showcases the effects of Johannesburg’s diverse population, often likened to the New York of Africa. As you drive through various neighborhoods, the stark contrasts make it feel like you’re traveling between different countries.
• FNB Stadium - Pass by this iconic landmark, the largest football stadium in Africa, which hosted the opening ceremony, matches, and final of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
• Diepkloof Soweto - This area is divided into sections, with Diepkloof Extension being the most upscale, featuring large, owner-built houses owned by the Black lower and upper middle class. Diepkloof is known for its higher-than-average house prices compared to other Soweto suburbs.
• Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital - Casualty - Known as the third-largest hospital in the world, this public hospital spans around 173 acres, with approximately 3,200 beds and about 6,760 staff members. Drive past and hear interesting stories about the hospital.
• Orlando Towers - These two cooling towers are a prominent Soweto landmark, now serving as an entertainment center with a famous bungee jump and a barbecue restaurant.
• Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial - This self-guided museum chronicles the 1976 Soweto student uprising and is named after a 13-year-old victim. It stands as a symbol of resistance against apartheid brutality.
• Mandela House - Take a guided tour of the exhibits and artifacts in Nelson Mandela’s former home, now a significant heritage site that tells stories through sound, film, interpretive panels, and guided tours.
• Sakhumzi Restaurant - Located on Vilakazi Street, one of South Africa’s most famous streets, Sakhumzi Restaurant offers a Soweto-style buffet featuring traditional South African cuisine. Vilakazi Street is notable for having had two Nobel Laureates, Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu, as residents. The street’s true charm comes from its current residents and their unique stories.
• Johannesburg - Conclude the experience with a drop-off back at your hotel in Johannesburg.

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• English speaking guide
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Lunch
• Personal Purchases

Our programs consist of excursions tailored to all interests and adapted to the unique characteristics of each market. These excursions are led by knowledgeable and experienced guides, aiming to cover every aspect of interest in the region.

If you’re looking to shake up your schedule and add some excitement to your social life, consider this guided tour of Soweto. Soweto offers a wealth of experiences for tourists, allowing them to leave their worries behind and immerse themselves in the city’s vibrant atmosphere.

During this tour, you’ll visit the homes of Mandela and Desmond Tutu, and have the opportunity to sample some of the most exotic and mouthwatering local dishes, including Shisa Nyama, a traditional barbecue experience, and a refreshing local Soweto Gold beer. You can also opt to enjoy a traditional buffet lunch at Sakhumzi Restaurant on Vilakazi Street, where the atmosphere is fantastic and the surroundings are beautiful. You’ll have the chance to mingle with the locals of Soweto and even visit a shanty town, with the option to donate to impoverished families.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.