Cape Town → Johannesburg, South Africa
Discover Cape Town & Johannesburg
About this trip
Embark on an unforgettable 7-day bucket-list journey through South Africa's most iconic cities.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
4 stopsV&A Food Market
1:00 PMKick off your culinary journey with a casual lunch at this vibrant market, offering a wide variety of local and international street food.
Restaurant1 hr 30 minV&A Food MarketTaj Cape Town
3:00 PMCheck into your luxurious hotel, a historic landmark in the heart of Cape Town.
Lodging1 hrTaj Cape TownV&A Waterfront
4:00 PMExplore the bustling Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, with its shops, entertainment, and stunning harbor views.
Activity2 hrV&A WaterfrontBaia Seafood Restaurant
7:30 PMEnjoy an exquisite seafood dinner with panoramic views of the harbor at this acclaimed waterfront restaurant.
Restaurant2 hrBaia Seafood Restaurant
Day 2
5 stopsTruth Coffee Roasting
8:00 AMStart your day with breakfast and an award-winning coffee at this famous steampunk-themed cafe.
Restaurant1 hrTruth Coffee RoastingRobben Island Museum
9:30 AMTake a ferry to this UNESCO World Heritage Site for a poignant and powerful tour of the former prison where Nelson Mandela was held.
Activity4 hrRobben Island MuseumKloof Street House
2:00 PMHave lunch in a magical garden setting at this eclectic and charming restaurant.
Restaurant1 hr 30 minKloof Street HouseTable Mountain Aerial Cableway
4:00 PMAscend to the top of the iconic Table Mountain via the rotating cable car for breathtaking 360-degree views of Cape Town and the surrounding landscape.
Activity2 hr 30 minTable Mountain Aerial CablewayThe Pot Luck Club
8:00 PMExperience innovative tapas-style dining at one of Cape Town's trendiest restaurants, located atop an old silo with spectacular city views.
Restaurant2 hrThe Pot Luck Club
Day 3
5 stopsJarryds Eatery
8:30 AMFuel up for a day of exploration with a delicious breakfast at this popular Sea Point cafe.
Restaurant1 hrJarryds EateryCape of Good Hope
10:00 AMJourney to the dramatic, rocky headland at the southwestern tip of the African continent. Hike to the lighthouse for incredible views.
Activity2 hr 30 minCape of Good HopeTwo Oceans Restaurant
1:00 PMEnjoy a spectacular lunch with unparalleled ocean views, perched high above the sea at Cape Point.
Restaurant1 hr 30 minTwo Oceans RestaurantBoulders Beach Penguin Colony
3:00 PMVisit the famous colony of African penguins, watching them waddle along the sandy shores of Boulders Beach from the boardwalks.
Activity1 hr 30 minBoulders Beach Penguin ColonyFoxcroft Restaurant
7:30 PMDine at this award-winning restaurant in the Constantia wine valley, known for its refined yet informal approach to fine dining.
Restaurant2 hrFoxcroft Restaurant
Day 4
6 stopsLoading Bay
8:30 AMEnjoy a stylish breakfast at this trendy cafe known for its great coffee and brunch menu.
Restaurant1 hrLoading BayTaj Cape Town
10:00 AMCheck out of your hotel.
Lodging1 hrTaj Cape TownDistrict Six Museum
11:30 AMExplore the poignant history of forced removals during apartheid at this essential museum.
Activity1 hr 30 minDistrict Six MuseumGOLD Restaurant
1:30 PMEmbark on a 14-course taste-safari paired with live entertainment for a unique Pan-African dining experience.
Restaurant2 hrGOLD RestaurantKirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
4:00 PMWander through one of the world's most beautiful botanical gardens, nestled against the eastern slopes of Table Mountain.
Activity2 hrKirstenbosch National Botanical GardenFyn Restaurant
7:30 PMEnjoy a final Cape Town dinner at this high-end restaurant, blending South African ingredients with Japanese techniques.
Restaurant2 hrFyn Restaurant
Day 5
4 stopsMarble Restaurant
1:00 PMArrive in Johannesburg and have a sophisticated lunch at this celebrated restaurant focused on live-fire cooking, offering stunning city views.
Restaurant1 hr 30 minMarble RestaurantThe Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa
3:00 PMCheck into your elegant and tranquil hotel, a world-renowned luxury retreat.
Lodging1 hrThe Saxon Hotel, Villas and SpaApartheid Museum
4:00 PMBegin your exploration of Johannesburg's history with a visit to this powerful museum, which documents the rise and fall of apartheid.
Activity3 hrApartheid MuseumQunu Restaurant
8:00 PMEnjoy a fine dining experience at your hotel's signature restaurant, offering modern African cuisine.
Restaurant2 hrQunu Restaurant
Day 6
5 stopsFournos Bakery Rosebank
8:30 AMStart your day with a classic breakfast at this bustling and beloved local bakery.
Restaurant1 hrFournos Bakery RosebankNelson Mandela House
10:00 AMTour the former home of Nelson Mandela on Vilakazi Street in Soweto, now a museum dedicated to his life and legacy.
Activity3 hrNelson Mandela HouseSakhumzi Restaurant
1:00 PMExperience authentic local cuisine with a buffet lunch at this lively restaurant on the famous Vilakazi Street.
Restaurant1 hr 30 minSakhumzi RestaurantHector Pieterson Museum
3:00 PMVisit the powerful museum near Vilakazi Street that commemorates the role of students in the struggle against apartheid.
Activity2 hrHector Pieterson MuseumFlames Restaurant
7:30 PMDine with spectacular views over the forested suburbs of Johannesburg at this elegant restaurant.
Restaurant2 hrFlames Restaurant
Day 7
5 stopsPatisserie de Paris
8:30 AMSavor an authentic French breakfast at this charming patisserie.
Restaurant1 hrPatisserie de ParisThe Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa
10:00 AMCheck out from your hotel.
Lodging1 hrThe Saxon Hotel, Villas and SpaMaboneng Precinct
11:00 AMExplore the vibrant Maboneng Precinct, a regenerated neighborhood known for its street art, galleries, and unique shops.
Activity2 hrMaboneng PrecinctChe Argentine Grill
1:00 PMEnjoy a hearty and delicious Argentinian-style lunch in the heart of Maboneng.
Restaurant1 hr 30 minChe Argentine GrillDW Eleven-13
6:00 PMConclude your South African journey with an exceptional tasting menu at this contemporary fine-dining restaurant.
Restaurant2 hrDW Eleven-13
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