Cape of Good Hope and Cape Winelands Day Tour from Cape Town
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 22 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Cape of Good Hope and Cape Winelands Day Tour from Cape Town worth booking?
Cape of Good Hope and Cape Winelands Day Tour from Cape Town is a 8-hour experience in Cape Town, South Africa, from $73 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 22 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (22)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $73 per person
This scenic 9-hour guided tour combines Cape of Good Hope with the majestic Cape Winelands. Just the tour for those with limited time, as well as for those just wanting to kill two birds with one stone, and having more t
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan or SUV
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by private vehicle
About this experience
This scenic 9-hour guided tour combines Cape of Good Hope with the majestic Cape Winelands. Just the tour for those with limited time, as well as for those just wanting to kill two birds with one stone, and having more time to do other things.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan or SUV
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Entrance to Cape Point
- Wine-tastings
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Clifton Beaches
Clifton is the heart of Cape Town’s beach scene, pulsating with the energy of the bronzed and beautiful. It’s a place to see and be seen, with itsy-bitsy bikinis, g-strings and designer sunglasses the order of the day. While topless tanning is not frowned upon, total nudity is best saved for Sandy Bay. Just offshore, a few yachts lying at anchor in the clear blue waters add to the exotic flavour. Clifton’s four dazzlingly white beaches, separated by outcrops of granite rock, are the most sheltered in Cape Town. This means that Clifton can generally be relied upon for perfect conditions in summer, even when the wind chases people off other beaches. Temperatures can soar on the back beach, but down near the water’s edge the icy sea has a welcome cooling effect. Here, on the hard, wet sand, more active types work up a sweat with beach bats and frisbees, periodically taking a refreshing dunk in the shallows. Others prefer a quick shower to cool off when roasting in the sun gets uncomfortably hot. Vendors ply the beaches selling snacks and drinks, so it is possible to spend a few hours on the beach without wandering far. Each of the four beaches has its own special character. 1st Beach, where many of the locals and old-timers go, is the least crowded, but lacks the cosy atmosphere of the other beaches as it is overlooked by exclusive beachfront apartments. 2nd Beach is considered the place to go for a few hours in the sun without too much hype, while 3rd Beach is a popular rendezvous spot for gay men. Finally, 4th Beach is usually packed with trendy people but is also frequented by family groups, being closest to ablution facilities and parking areas. Clifton 4th Beach is a blue flag beach and one of South Africa's most popular and sought-after beaches. Visited by stars and the famous, 4th beach at Clifton is the in-scene. One of a series of small coves, 4th beach is on the Atlantic Ocean side of Cape Town. Be warned, the water is always icy-cold. Various environmental programmes, including interpretive signage and lifesaving training will be implemented on the beach.
Pass by without stopping
Camp's Bay Beach
Wherever you have chosen to stay in Cape Town, this popular beach is a must see. Camps Bay Beach is the camp ground of sun tanners and sundowners capturing a clear ocean between Lions Head and Table Mountain. Cafes, bars and restaurants stand mountain side of the beach drive while sand, palm trees and gleaming water falls ocean side. A cosmopolitan lifestyle of see and be seen fashionistas meets a beach town dream-style of sea and be scene.
Pass by without stopping
Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
The penguins are visited by thousands of tourists throughout the year. These cute seabirds, named as the Jackass Penguins because they bray like donkeys is one of the main attractions for young and old.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Cape of Good Hope
There is an opportunity to see baboons, antelopes, ostriches by the seaside, special flora (about 8600 species of fynbos vegetation), Cape of Good Hope name-board where you can have your photo taken, as well as take a funicular or walk up to the lighthouse at Cape Point.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Chapman's Peak Drive
Initially constructed during the First World War, this 9km route with its 114 curves, skirts Chapman's Peak, the 593m high southerly extension of Constantia Berg, and follows the rocky coastline to unfold breathtaking views in both directions. The route starts at the picturesque fishing harbour of Hout Bay and the climb winds steeply up to Chapman's Point, revealing breathtaking views of the sandy bays down below, until the road reaches lower levels again at Noordhoek. Chapman’s Peak and the surrounding areas offer local and foreign visitors a myriad of things to do. It forms the gateway between Cape Town and the South Peninsula.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Explore the Cape Tours & Safaris
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 22 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
22 verified traveler reviews for Cape of Good Hope and Cape Winelands Day Tour from Cape Town. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wine lands and Cape of Good Hope - two great days.
We did the wine lands and the Cape of Good Hope tours on two separate full days. Our guide Mo was excellent and full of interesting information. I would highly recommend these trips with a private guide.
Response from the operator: Thank you Sir Hugh Francis Drake! I had a great time with an awesome couple!
via Tripadvisor
The Cape Peninsula
Excellent introductory tour covering main highlights on the Peninsula. Very informative guide who was very pleasant and knowledgeable
via Tripadvisor
The Best
There was so much we wanted to see and do in Cape Town and so little time as we had spent the first of our 2 days on Safari. Choosing Mo to show us around the Cape meant we managed to fit in so much in such a short time, we would not have managed any other way. So knowledgeable and friendly probably the best tour we had on all of our world cruise. Would not hesitate to contact again if we manage to return.
Response from the operator: Thank you and excellent review. We always try our very best to cover as much as possible when our clients are here only for a day or two
via Tripadvisor
Capetown and more!
Mogamat was an excellent guide and driver. He gave 110% in making sure that I had a great day. We went to several markets and Table Mountain, the wine country, a whale coast tour, and a special trip to de Hoop to see whales since my boat trip in Hermanus was cancelled. I learned a lot and enjoyed his company!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review. You were really good company on our lengthy tour through those dusty roads towards the whales at De Hoop.
via Tripadvisor
An Excellent Private Guide for Your Time in Cape Town
We had a most serendipitous day in Cape Town! Our cruise line had canceled our Stellenbosch tour but failed to notify us. While trying to straighten this out we missed the only other tour to the winelands. How fortunate for us! At the pier we fell into the very capable hands of Mogamat Toffar who customized a perfect tour of Stellenbosch and Franschoek, including shopping, a stunning lunch at Delaire Graff, more wine tasting at Haute Cabriere and lots of sightseeing and excellent, well-informed conversation in between. Mo’s deep personal history with Cape Town and South Africa, his mature insights and knowledge and his ease of conversation made him the perfect guide for us. He steered us to the best and we asked him to join us for lunch so we could continue our talks about current culture and society while reflecting on history. Our day with Mo was a highlight of our 8 week trip. Very highly recommended.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your outstanding review. We highly appreciate the time and effort you took to write it. I'm humbled by your piece and it encourages me to do even better. Go well Mark & Paul. Hope to see you again some time. Enjoy your travels.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $73 to $147
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 75
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cape of Good Hope and Cape Winelands Day Tour from Cape Town: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cape Town.
How much does Cape of Good Hope and Cape Winelands Day Tour from Cape Town cost?
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Prices start at $73 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cape Town usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cape of Good Hope and Cape Winelands Day Tour from Cape Town take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cape Town is not rushed.
Is Cape of Good Hope and Cape Winelands Day Tour from Cape Town worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 22 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cape Town, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cape of Good Hope and Cape Winelands Day Tour from Cape Town?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cape of Good Hope and Cape Winelands Day Tour from Cape Town suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cape of Good Hope and Cape Winelands Day Tour from Cape Town?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cape Town can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cape Town and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cape of Good Hope and Cape Winelands Day Tour from Cape Town start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cape Town within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cape Town?
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On Outty we rank every Cape Town experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from Cape Town, Table Mountain, Boulders Penguins and Cape point Day Tour, Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cape Town?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cape Town?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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