10 Days in Cape Town: A Journey of Adventure and Discovery

tariq issa

5 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day escapade to Cape Town, South Africa. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and delectable cuisine of this captivating city. From exploring Table Mountain National Park to indulging in local delicacies at Eastern Food Bazaar, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience.

Trip to Cape Town

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coffee, Mountains, and Coastal Beauty

$119

$ 7

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

4 - 5 min

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Nature reserve encompassing the iconic mountain, a penguin colony, forest, beaches & walking trails.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$63

35 - 42 min

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Rising from the ocean, this scenic mountain features a winding, coastal road with dramatic views.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

10 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 2African Flavors and Pristine Beaches

$45

$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

3 - 4 min

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Sheltered public bay with a sandy beach & boardwalk, plus free-roaming colony of African penguins.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

25 - 30 min

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Known for its brightly painted beach huts, this escape from the city is popular with surfers.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 3Coffee Delights, Majestic Cape, and Cultural Gems

$64

$ 9

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

38 - 46 min

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Tip of the Cape Peninsula forming part of a protected wildlife reserve with picnic spots and walks.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

51 - 62 min

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Long, sandy strip popular with families, known for its colorful line of changing huts & tidal pools.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

46 - 56 min

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Flat-topped hill with Table Mountain, Cape Town & ocean views, also site of the historic Noon Gun.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

20 - 24 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$14

Day 4Gastronomic Delights and Beach Bliss

$24

$ 7

Olympia Cafe and Deli is found in Kalk Bay, Cape Town. It is an iconic restaurant that has remained extremely popular since it opened over 20 years ago. Its a super casual eatery that dishes up robust and fresh meals from their daily blackboard menu...

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

7 - 9 min

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White-sand beach with Victorian beach huts & a playground, popular for swimming & whale watching.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

48 - 58 min

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Spacious, low-key sand beach framed by granite boulders, a popular place to surf & watch the sunset.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$14

Day 5Island History and Cultural Heritage

$112

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

Historical landmark known for housing political prisoners such as Nelson Mandela, now with a museum.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

Museum tracing the 1970s forced clearance of 60,000 residents & demolition of homes under apartheid.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$20

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Day 6Ocean Wonders and Rich History

$81

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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2 - 3 min

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Modern indoor aquarium & conservation center offering close encounters with sharks & penguins.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

8 - 10 min

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Exhibits highlighting the lifestyle & cultural contributions of 19th-century Muslims.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

8 - 11 min

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Historic building with exhibits on South African slavery, ceramics, silverware & ancient Egypt.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$13

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 7Art, History, and Culinary Delights

$114

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

5 - 8 min

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Expansive, 17th-century, colonial castle housing military & historical art museums.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

10 - 12 min

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Innovative exhibits & installations by African artists showcased in a redesigned grain silo.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$38

2 - 3 min

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This modern museum features exhibits exploring the science & history behind diamonds.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$13

2 - 3 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 8Botanical Paradise and Mountain Adventure

$59

$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

2 - 3 min

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Hillside garden & nature reserve with rare plant species, walking trails & mountain views.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

26 - 32 min

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The oldest, easiest & most direct route to the summit of Table Mountains & its famous views.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 9Scenic Views, Beach Vibes, and Sunset Delights

$49

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

1 - 2 min

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Ornate monument to diamond magnate Cecil Rhodes, offering stunning mountaintop views & a restaurant.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

24 - 29 min

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Busy beach with white sand, umbrella rentals, scenic mountain views & access to bars & restaurants.

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Day 10Museums, Hiking, and Culinary Gems

$90

$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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12 - 17 min

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Replica surgery rooms depicting the world's first heart transplant, performed here in 1967.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$20

10 - 12 min

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South Africa's top international art collection, with South African, African & European works.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$20

4 - 5 min

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Polished venue presenting artifacts & displays documenting Judaism & Jewish life in South Africa.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

9 - 11 min

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Popular, screw-top hiking trail boasting panoramic views of the city alongside coastal views.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

15 - 22 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Budget breakdown: $797 In total

Activities & Food:$755

Transport:$42