Top 6 City Tours in Eastern Cape, South Africa

May 21, 2022 Carley Gatson

The Eastern Cape is a province of South Africa. Its capital is Bhisho, but its two largest cities are Port Elizabeth and East London. It was formed in 1994 out of the Xhosa homelands of Transkei and Ciskei, together with the eastern portion of the Cape Province. Landing place and home of the 1820 settlers, the central and eastern part of the province is the traditional home of the Xhosa people.
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1. 10-Day Cape Town and Garden Route Guided Small Group Tour Combo

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The iconic sights of Cape Town and the wondrous Garden Route unfold before you on this 10-Day Tour Package. Spend five days exploring the euro-chic city and its famed surrounds. Guided day trips along the Cape Peninsula and Cape Winelands gives you the opportunity to visit several local hotspots and sample award-winning wines with unique pairings.  During your Cape Town stay you can explore the city on your own with an included hop-on-hop-off City Sightseeing bus pass; that stops at popular attractions like Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch Gardens, V&A Waterfront, Camps Bay and Constantia. The guided five-day Garden Route tour sees you immersed in the breath-taking wilderness. Visit majestic national parks, Addo safari; 4x4 game drive; Cango Caves, optional bungy from the world’s highest commercial bridge jump; Knysna heads, optional surfing in J'bay and wine tasting along Route 62 are just some of the activities you'll experience. 

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Local English-speaking guide during guided tours/days, Hotel pickup and drop-off for guided tours, 2x Airport transfers, 5 day guided tour of the Garden Route, 1 day guided Cape Peninsula tour, 1 day guided Cape Winelands tour, 1 day pass for the City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off bus, Transport by air-conditioned minivan for guided tours, Addo Elephant National Park Game Drive in tour bus

Exclusions: Lunch, dinner and drinks, unless specified, Additional optional activities and transport to activities during unguided Cape Town section

Reviewed By AlbertoVanzetto

Great trip! TK was so helpful and always available to help. The hostels we stayed in were amazing and the activities even better, I strongly suggest the elephant walk, bungee jumping and sandboarding.

2. City Tour - Port Elizabeth - HD04

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Get an overview of the history of the Bay and the City of Port Elizabeth, an insight into the first inhabitants, the Khoikhoi, the early European mariners, Xhosa and early Boers, the arrival of the British 1820 settlers. Of 100 years of warfare and view the rich colonial architectural heritage of the City and surrounding areas. Minimum 2 persons Single travellers welcome (single supplement applies) The tour can be booked as exclusive, private tour, please enquire

Inclusions: Professional Guided Tour, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Personal Shopping, Gratuities

Reviewed By Ayandagashi

This was the most spectacular experience ever. If you’re looking to not only learn about the many animals and plants that occupy Addo National Park but also the city of PE during your drive from your pick up point to the Park then Andrew, our tour guide is your guy. Andrew was very kind to me and my mother and very accommodating. He gave in depth knowledge on the plants and animals as we passed by. The food is limited to pastas and burgers, I had a beef burger and it was the most succulent. He ensured we spot all the lovely animals then dropped us at our hotel safely. Would absolutely recommend this drive.

3. Port Elizabeth Walking City Tour

Port Elizabeth City Hall, Govan Mbeki Ave, Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa Afroventures Tours & Safaris
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Explore Port Elizabeth – aka the Windy City, Ibhayi (‘the bay’ in isiXhosa) or the Friendly City as it is affectionately known by locals. This coastal hub in the Eastern Cape has many hidden treasures and some amazing history. Join us in discovering why Nelson Mandela chose to have his name bestowed upon this city! #DiscoverFreedom

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By SINCLAIRE-96

I would HIGHLY recommend Afroventures. Our tour guide John made the whole experience awesome. 10s across the board. ????????????

4. Port Elizabeth Shore Excursion: Port Elizabeth City Tour

Harbour, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa Springbok Atlas Day Tours
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Whilst enjoying a city tour of Port Elizabeth, you will see the following interesting landmarks: Town Hall, Feather Market Hall, Market Square, Fort Frederick, Donkin Reserve, St George’s Park, Settlers Park, Cape Recife and Schoenmakerskop. The tour will be conducted by a qualified English speaking driver guide. All transport is in air-conditioned vehicles and the rate includes return transfers to Port Elizabeth port. Port Elizabeth is South Africa’s second oldest city and also the commercial capital of the Eastern Cape. It is situated on the south-eastern coast of South Africa (most southern country on the African continent). PE forms part of the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro which also includes the towns of Uitenhage and Despatch (approx 1.5 million people).

Inclusions: Return transfers from Port Elizabeth port, Services of a qualified guide, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and beverages

Reviewed By Aimeescott12

Our curated wine experience was incredible. Our tour guide Roger ensured we learnt at each farm, tasted the best wines at each farm and walked away feeling amazing. It was the best experience, and Roger was a wonderful host. We are very glad to have had Roger as our guide. He ensured we received the best wines at each farm, and assisted us with choosing our favorites from each farm to purchase. Thank you Roger for the most fantastic day, despite the rain.

5. Port Elizabeth Shore Excursion: Half Day City Tour including SAMREC

Harbour, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa Springbok Atlas Day Tours

Enjoy a half day city tour of Port Elizabeth and experience some of the many wonderful sights and sounds this city has to offer. The tour also includes a visit to SAMREC, the South African Marine Rehabilitation and Education Centre, in the Cape Recife Nature Reserve. SAMREC is a non-profit organisation that was formed mainly to care for sick or injured African penguins because of their vulnerability. Their work is considered as vital, particularly since St Croix Island in Port Elizabeth’s bay is now the biggest breeding colony in the world.

Inclusions: Return transfers from Port Elizabeth port, Services of a qualified guide, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By Aimeescott12

Our curated wine experience was incredible. Our tour guide Roger ensured we learnt at each farm, tasted the best wines at each farm and walked away feeling amazing. It was the best experience, and Roger was a wonderful host. We are very glad to have had Roger as our guide. He ensured we received the best wines at each farm, and assisted us with choosing our favorites from each farm to purchase. Thank you Roger for the most fantastic day, despite the rain.

6. South Africa: See & Do it ALL in 12 Days, 1st Class Traveling

CharlieTheTraveler

You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed w/ activities & attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will also not find another tour out there that offers it all "FIRST CLASS," yet for a relatively low price. We have thousands of travelers taking this specific tour every year-& that's because no competitor can beat us on quality, price & substance. Below are just some examples of what you will see, do and have on this tour: ► Both Night & Day Jungle Safaris ► A Sunset Cruise on a Historic Boat Called John Benn ► Guided Sightseeing Tours in Cape Town & Durban ► Watching Hippos, Crocodiles & Seals on Boat Excursions ► An Adventurous ‘Crawling’ Tour Inside Cango Caves ► Wine Tasting at Cape Winelands ► Zip Lining at Storms River ► Bungee Jumping Off 1 of the Tallest Bridges on Earth (optional activity) ► Visiting the Infamous Prison on Robben Island ► Greeting Penguins at Boulder’s Penguins Colony ► Exploring a Postcard Perfect River Canyon

Inclusions: Lodging x 1 Night, Air-Conditioned Vehicle, All Entry Fees, Transportation, Tour Guides, Wine Tasting in the Cape Winelands

Exclusions: Alcohol, Travel Visa (only applicable to citizens of certain countries), Bungee Jumping at the Bloukrans River Bridge

Reviewed By DonnaAlverez

CharlieTheTraveler offered a great value for the trip to Turkey. There were so many amenities included, such as all of the activities and tours and the wonderful tour guide that was provided to help us navigate it all. Overall, this was a well-organized trip.

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