Day Tours & Transfers in and around Cape Town




Explore all that Cape Town has to offer with our popular day tours that take most of the must-see stops our region has to offer, done in the Travel Cafe’s one-of-a-kind style and with a few surprise delights along the way (See more details and rates below).

We also provide transfers in and around Cape Town (and as far afield as the Garden Route) in our own vehicle, the swanky Penguin Express. Private and bespoke tours also available upon request. 

CAPE PENINSULA

TOUR

Discover the spectacular Cape Peninsula on a full-day guided adventure, taking in some of Cape Town's most iconic sights.


Guests are collected from their central Cape Town accommodation to explore Cape Point, the Cape of Good Hope, Boulders Beach penguin colony, Kalk Bay, Chapman's Peak Drive and Camps Bay.


Includes:

  • Qualified tour guide
  • All National Park entrance fees
  • Chapman's Peak toll fee
  • Light lunch & drinks
  • Instagram-worthy stops
  • Spectacular scenery by the bucketload
  • Dreamy seaside stops


PRIVATE BY DEFAULT or SHARE & SAVE!


Enjoy a private tour or choose to share the Penguin Express with fellow travellers and save!


All tours are private by default. If other guests wish to join your departure, we'll always ask for your approval first.

If everyone agrees to share, the price decreases for all travellers based on the total group size. Already paid? We'll refund you the difference!


Prefer to stay private? No problem – it's entirely your choice!


TOUR PRICES


Price per adult from 1 November 2026, based on the total number of travellers:


1 traveller: R6 332 / €342 / £286 / $383

2 travellers: R4 004 / €216 / £181 / $242

3 travellers: R3 228 / €174 / £146 / $195

4 travellers: R2 840 / €153 / £128 / $172

5 travellers: R2 607 / €141 / £118 / $158

6 travellers: R2 452 / €132 / £111 / $148

7 travellers: R2 341 / €126 / £106 / $142

8 travellers: R2 258 / €122 / £102 / $137


HOW DOES SHARE & SAVE WORK?


For example, two guests book at R4 004 per person. If another couple joins with their agreement, the price drops to R2 840 per person for all four travellers.


The original guests each receive a refund of R1 164, while the new guests pay the reduced rate. That's a 29% saving for everyone!


Shared tours are subject to availability and everyone's agreement.


EUR, GBP and USD prices are approximate and subject to exchange rate fluctuations.


Discounts available for groups larger than 8 and for children – contact us for a custom quote.

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CAPE WINELANDS TOUR

Discover the beautiful Cape Winelands on a full-day guided adventure, exploring South Africa's rich winemaking heritage while enjoying some of the region's most spectacular scenery.


Guests are collected from their central Cape Town accommodation for an unforgettable journey along the famous Stellenbosch and Franschhoek wine routes.


Includes:

  • Pick-up and drop-off at central Cape Town accommodation
  • Qualified tour guide
  • 2 wine tastings at selected estates, from boutique wineries to historic vineyards
  • Light lunch including a drink
  • Guided cellar tour
  • Drive through historic Franschhoek village
  • Scenic viewpoints
  • Unforgettable memories


PRIVATE BY DEFAULT or SHARE & SAVE!


Enjoy a private Winelands tour or choose to share the Penguin Express with fellow travellers and save!

All tours are private by default. If other guests wish to join your departure, we'll always ask for your approval first.


If everyone agrees to share, the price decreases for all travellers based on the total group size. Already paid? We'll refund you the difference!


Prefer to stay private? No problem – it's entirely your choice!


TOUR PRICES


Price per adult from 1 November 2026, based on the total number of travellers:


1 traveller: R5 830 / €315 / £264 / $353

2 travellers: R3 621 / €196 / £164 / $219

3 travellers: R2 884 / €156 / £130 / $175

4 travellers: R2 516 / €136 / £114 / $152

5 travellers: R2 295 / €124 / £104 / $139

6 travellers: R2 148 / €116 / £97 / $130

7 travellers: R2 042 / €110 / £92 / $124

8 travellers: R1 964 / €106 / £89 / $119


HOW DOES SHARE & SAVE WORK?


For example, two guests book at R3 621 per person. If another couple joins with their agreement, the price drops to R2 516 per person for all four travellers.


The original guests each receive a refund of R1 105, while the new guests pay the reduced rate. That's over 30% savings for everyone!


Shared tours are subject to availability and everyone's agreement.


EUR, GBP and USD prices are approximate and subject to exchange rate fluctuations.


Discounts available for groups larger than 8 and for children – contact us for a custom quote.

Detailed program

 MOTHER CITY TOUR


TABLE MOUNTAIN

 BO-KAAP

V&A WATERFRONT

Discover the highlights of Cape Town on a full-day guided adventure, combining breathtaking scenery, fascinating history and some of the city's most iconic landmarks.


Guests are collected from their central Cape Town accommodation to explore the magnificent Table Mountain by cable car, the colourful Bo-Kaap neighbourhood, Company's Garden and the beautiful V&A Waterfront.


Includes:

  • Pick-up and drop-off at central Cape Town accommodation
  • Qualified tour guide
  • Table Mountain Fast Track cable car tickets (skip the queues)
  • Light lunch including a drink
  • Visit to Bo-Kaap and Company's Garden
  • Visit to the V&A Waterfront
  • Scenic viewpoints
  • Unforgettable memories
  • Optional sunset cruise (at extra cost)


PRIVATE BY DEFAULT or SHARE & SAVE!


Enjoy a private Cape Town tour or choose to share the Penguin Express with fellow travellers and save!

All tours are private by default. If other guests wish to join your departure, we'll always ask for your approval first.


If everyone agrees to share, the price decreases for all travellers based on the total group size. Already paid? We'll refund you the difference!


Prefer to stay private? No problem – it's entirely your choice!


TOUR PRICES


Price per adult from 1 November 2026, based on the total number of travellers:


1 traveller: R4 895 / €264 / £221 / $296

2 travellers: R3 275 / €177 / £148 / $198

3 travellers: R2 735 / €148 / £124 / $166

4 travellers: R2 465 / €133 / £111 / $149

5 travellers: R2 303 / €124 / £104 / $139

6 travellers: R2 195 / €119 / £99 / $133

7 travellers: R2 117 / €114 / £96 / $128

8 travellers: R2 059 / €111 / £93 / $125


HOW DOES SHARE & SAVE WORK?


For example, two guests book at R3 275 per person. If another couple joins with their agreement, the price drops to R2 465 per person for all four travellers.

The original guests each receive a refund of R810, while the new guests pay the reduced rate. That's nearly 25% savings for everyone!


Shared tours are subject to availability and everyone's agreement.


EUR, GBP and USD prices are approximate and subject to exchange rate fluctuations.


Discounts available for groups larger than 8 and for children – contact us for a custom quote.

Detailed program
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Transfers in and around Cape Town aboard The Penguin Express

DISTANCES DESTINATIONS RATES
Under 25 km Airport / Sea Point / Camps Bay From 1 to 4 people : From R1 280 / €67 / £58 / $78
From 5 to 10 people max: From R1 728 / €91 / £78 / $106
Under 60 Km Hout Bay / Stellenbosch / Kalk Bay From 1 to 4 people : From R2 336 / €123 / £106 / $143
From 5 to 10 people max: From R2 784 / €146 / £126 / $170
Under 100 km Franschhoek / Paarl From 1 to 4 people : From R3 584 / €188 / £163 / $219
From 5 to 10 people max: From R4 032 / €212 / £183 / $247
Under 225 km Starry Starry Night - Route 62 / Montagu From 1 to 4 people : From R6 848 / €360 / £311 / $419
From 5 to 10 people max: From R7 296 / €384 / £331 / $446
Under 350 km Garden Route From 1 to 4 people : From R10 112 / €532 / £459 / $618
From 5 to 10 people max: From R10 560 / €555 / £479 / $646
Under 500 km Knysna, Plett, Wilderness From 1 to 4 people : From R13 952 / €734 / £633 / $853
From 5 to 10 people max: From R14 400 / €757 / £654 / $880

* EUR, GBP and USD 2026 prices are approximate and may vary with exchange rates at the time of payment. Price depends on the distance required.



This will include a meet & greet in the arrivals hall, as well as our Chauffeur to assist with baggage at the airport and at hotels.

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