DURATION: 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: Included for Constitution Hill; Carlton Centre Viewing Deck; Hector Pieterson Museum; Mandela Museum excluded (R60 per adult (international); and R40 (local); and children R20
(PLEASE NOTE – not all attractions on this tour are open every day)
COST: R1,490 per person (2 people minumum)
The Full Day Johannesburg and Soweto Tour showcases the history, culture, and diversity of South Africa’s largest city. Johannesburg, often called the City of Gold, grew from a small mining settlement into the country’s economic and cultural centre. Today, the city combines modern business districts with important heritage sites and vibrant neighbourhoods.
Moreover, Johannesburg offers visitors a fascinating look at South Africa’s past and present. From historic landmarks to impressive viewpoints, every area tells a different story. As a result, Johannesburg remains one of the country’s most exciting destinations for travellers seeking history, culture, and urban experiences.
Soweto, which stands for South Western Townships, played a crucial role in South Africa’s struggle for freedom. Today, this vibrant township reflects the resilience and spirit of its people while offering visitors a unique cultural experience. In addition, Soweto is home to some of the country’s most significant historical sites.
Furthermore, the township combines rich heritage with modern development. Visitors can explore lively streets, enjoy authentic local cuisine, and experience warm hospitality. Therefore, Soweto has become one of Johannesburg’s most rewarding and memorable destinations.


Our Full Day Johannesburg and Soweto Tour combines the highlights of Johannesburg with the rich history and culture of Soweto. First, you explore the city’s most important attractions and learn about its mining heritage and transformation. Afterwards, you travel to Soweto to discover the communities and landmarks that shaped modern South Africa.
Along the way, your experienced guide shares fascinating stories and local insights. In addition, you have time to enjoy authentic township cuisine and experience the atmosphere that makes Soweto so special. Consequently, this full-day experience offers the perfect balance of history, culture, and everyday life.
TwixUKVerified 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 FVerified 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 FVerified 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 RVerified 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 PVerified 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! GeoffcNVerified 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. travisisraelVerified 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. Getaway53661145327Verified 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. gl893Verified 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 WVerified 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.Tripadvisor rating score: 4.8 of 5, based on 128 reviews
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