Full Day
Johannesburg and Sandton/Melville

DURATION: 7 – 8 hours

AVAILABILITY: Daily – except on New Year’s Day, Good Friday & Christmas Day (some attractions may be closed on other public holidays)

PICK-UP TIME: 9:00

MEALS: Not included

ENTRANCE FEES: Excludes entrance fees to SAB Museum of Beer (Adults R65; Children R15) and Origins Centre (Adults R60; Children R30)
(PLEASE NOTE – not all attractions on this tour are open every day)

COST: R1,490 per person (2 people minumum)

About Johannesburg

The Johannesburg and Sandton Tour introduces you to the many faces of South Africa’s largest city. Johannesburg, often called the City of Gold, grew from a mining settlement into a thriving centre for business, culture, and innovation. Today, the city offers visitors a fascinating blend of history, modern architecture, and vibrant neighbourhoods.

Moreover, Johannesburg showcases the contrasts that make the city so unique. From the historic inner city to the upscale districts of Sandton and the artistic atmosphere of Melville, every area tells a different story. As a result, Johannesburg remains one of South Africa’s most exciting destinations for travellers seeking culture, history, and contemporary urban experiences.

About Sandton and Melville

Sandton has developed into Johannesburg’s premier financial district and is home to luxury hotels, world-class shopping centres, and prestigious corporate headquarters. In addition, the area offers impressive public spaces, fine dining, and iconic attractions such as Nelson Mandela Square. Therefore, Sandton represents the modern and cosmopolitan side of Johannesburg.

Meanwhile, Melville provides a completely different experience. Known for its tree-lined streets, independent cafés, and creative spirit, this suburb has long been one of Johannesburg’s cultural hubs. Consequently, visitors enjoy a relaxed atmosphere that contrasts beautifully with the energy of Sandton.

Tour Description

Our Johannesburg and Sandton Tour combines the city’s historic landmarks with the modern elegance of Sandton and the charm of Melville. First, you explore Johannesburg’s important attractions and gain insight into its remarkable transformation. Afterwards, you enjoy lunch at the popular 44 Stanley precinct before continuing to Sandton and Melville.

Along the way, your experienced guide shares fascinating stories and local insights. Furthermore, you discover how Johannesburg has evolved into one of Africa’s leading cities. Therefore, this full-day experience offers the perfect balance of history, culture, shopping, and contemporary urban life.

Tour Highlights

Discover Johannesburg’s most important landmarks and historic districts.
Enjoy panoramic views and learn about the city’s gold mining heritage.
Visit Constitution Hill and gain insight into South Africa’s democratic journey.
Drive across the iconic Nelson Mandela Bridge and explore the Newtown precinct.
Enjoy lunch at the vibrant 44 Stanley lifestyle destination.
Visit Nelson Mandela Square in the heart of Sandton.
Experience the contrast between Johannesburg’s historic centre and modern business districts.
Explore Sandton, home to luxury hotels and prestigious corporate headquarters.
Discover the artistic atmosphere and unique character of Melville.
Gain valuable insights into Johannesburg’s past and present from an experienced guide.

TwixUK

Super personalised tour Having reached out from abroad, Peter from the off-set showed real personal service in wanting to help us achieve our goals for our trip, taking into account personal elements around interest, mobility and complete flexibility. (Others were the opposite). So much so, when in SA, our plans shifted immediately due to a family emergency. Peter immediately rescheduled to suit and adapted the day tour for us. On meeting him in person we were confident in our choice and had a wonderful morning together exploring Soweto, with Peter kindly fetching us from our accommodation and dropping us to meet family. Interesting, patient, informative and kind - highly recommend Peter.

Grace F

Excellent, highly recommend! Fantastic personal Soweto tour. Peter is a delightful, friendly local gentleman full of as much interesting information as you would like to absorb. My daughter and I were were very interested (my teenage son was zoned out on his phone but that wasn't to do with the tour or Peter). We felt safe and well informed. Had opportunity to take plenty of pictures.

Norice F

Touring with kindness and knowledge. The touring experience to Soweto, Johannesburg and Sandton was great and the tour person was very knowledgeable of the history. The price was also fair and reasonable. The time used allowed us to do all the activities we needed.

Erasmo R

Excelent, Highly Recommended We traveled with Peter in Johannesburg and Soweto. My wife and I spent an excellent day. Peter knows a lot about history and generously shared his knowledge with us. At the end of the tour, he even helped us look for a suitcase for our trip. Excellent. Highly recommended.

Sterre P

Learned a lot We did the Soweto tour with Peter. Very interesting tour - fully what you can expect. When booking, Peter was quick in reaction. He delivered according to what was agreed. We had a very intresting talk on society of South Africa - on which Peter was very open and informative. Clearly a guide who has thought things through. We learned a lot!

GeoffcN

Fantastic private tour of Johannesburg and Soweto. Went on a full day tour of Johannesburg and Soweto with Peter. Communications were good and Peter arrived to pick us up from our hotel right on time. Peter was so knowledgeable, having run his own travel business for many years. After touring the main sights and seeing several differing districts of Joburg it was off to Soweto. We had lunch at a local restaurant before going on to see Nelson Mandelas house on other sights in the township. Peter was so friendly and accommodating, nothing was too much trouble to him.

travisisrael

Half day private tour to Soweto We had an excellent experience with Mashaba tours. Very informative and interesting day. The guide was on time , the vehicle was comfortable and clean.

Getaway53661145327

Thorough, detailed, fun and emotional Highly highly recommend Mashaba Tours. Professional informative and safe. Louis our guide was exceptional and made the tour an experience we will forever remember.

gl893

Great day tour! We went on a combined Jburg and Soweto day trip with Mashaba. Our guide, Peter, was great. He was easy-going, customer oriented and able to provide additional information around the places that we visited. Very recommended!

Lesley W

An amazing cheetah experience Peter organised a tour for a group of our friends to de Wildt Cheetah Reserve. Peter and David were gracious hosts, getting us there on time for the early morning Cheetah run. Peter joined in the activities and game drive with us and his gentle and friendly naure added to everybody's experience. I would highly recommend Mashaba Tours.

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