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.
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
267 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Day of learning was great!
Karen D,
Sep 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wonderful day of learning about history and culture of the Johannesburg and Soweto communities. Mo was a very informative guide and gracious host for the day. This was a great way to start our South Africa trip!
Great tour with a great guide
Michel F,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent tour guide. Very knowledgeable about history and geographical issues. Took us to a shanty town in Soweto he was actually raised in and were allowed to walk around as well as take photos.
Worth it to see the basic landmarks of Jnb and history of South Africa.
Leonidas T,
Sep 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide Tsholo was fantastic and very accomodating. They provide pick up and return to hotel and the programme is full day 8h+. Worth the experience. Have some local cash with you to tip the guy in Soweto and else ( unfortunately i did not have and gave him euro. He was looking at me like alien).
Great day!
Maika T,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a great tour! We learned so much with MO! He shared so much history and answered all of our questions. True eye opener! The lunch was very delicious!
Highly recommend
Marisa W,
Sep 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great insight into Johannesburg and Soweto's history and culture, Benele was an awesome guide and very passionate informing his guest on the history, the current issues facing Johannesburg and Soweto, and hopes for the future.
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