Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour
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Jo’burg. Jozi. Egoli. Built on gold, Johannesburg has always been a city of opportunities!
Named after Johann Rissik (principal clerk surveyor-general of the Transvaal Republic) and Christiaan Johannes Joubert (chief of mining and member of the Volkstaad) who recommended the area be declared a goldfield, it owes its existence to George Harrison – a penniless prospector who first discovered gold here in 1886.
Trace Johannesburg’s history from its humble gold-mining beginnings to the pulsing streets of this modern-day African economic giant with a personal tour from Stephenson Adventures. This tour is simply the best way to explore and experience the city of Gold.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup & Drop off from any Hotels around Johannesburg or Pretoria
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Soda/Pop
WiFi on board
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Nelson Mandela Square
Nelson Mandela is home to an iconic statue of Nelson Mandela and a popular attraction in Johannesburg.
Houghton Estate
Nelson Mandela Houghton house, were he moved with his wifey towards the end of his presidency. Houghton estate is a beautiful leafy-green rich northern suburb of Johannesburg.
Options
Group Tour
Pickup included
Private Tour
Soweto & Johannesburg
Private Tour
Duration: 8 hours: 7 = 8 hours
Not included
Soweto & Johannesburg
Mini Van
Pickup included
Reviews
237 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Tour to get to Know Johannesburg and South Africa
Amado D,
Aug 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Phenomenal tour. Learned a great deal about the history of South Africa and the role of Johannesburg within that overall history. Visited all of the key sites in the city to help illuminate that history. Mo was a great guide to lead us through (including his "hometown" of Soweto.
This was a great...
Ian P,
Aug 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great experience seeing some of the highlights of Johannesburg with a knowledgeable guide. Tsholo managed to show us the diversity of the city while explaining its sometimes difficult history. Soweto was a highlight!
Insightful tour with a knowledgeable guide
Mikhail G,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00First of all Stephenson Adventures tours are typically small groups so you get more interaction with your tour guide than large bus operators. In our case it was just the two of us and our tour guide, Tsholo Mabasa. He is very knowledgeable, personable, and passionate about his city and its people. Tsholo showed us Johannesburg as it is: from affluent neighborhoods of the North to slams of Soweto. Museum visits included in the tour substantially expanded our knowledge of South African history and made us appreciate what the country has accomplished. That was mot just a typical city tour with a bunch of photostops, but a study of human suffering, sacrifice, and resilience.
Nice day tour
harishpathak,
Jul 24, 2025
- Viator
4.00Our guide cum driver was very good. He was very accommodating and made our day very comfortable. Would definitely recommend
Amazing tour guide and tour
william h,
Jul 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing trip - our guide (Tsholo) was impressive, knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. Highly recommend this tour and, specifically our tour guide! All from pick-up to drop-off went perfectly.
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