Soweto: Guided Walking Tour With Lunch
ID: GYG396068-719892
Category:
Country: South Africa
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Learn the history of Soweto and experience the everyday life in the township of Soweto, the young talents and the Morden culture.
Discover the history of Soweto, where political icons lived during Apartheid, fighting against the regime. Explore the everyday life, meet the locals, taste local cuisine and get an authentic experience with a Sowetan native guide.
Start at the Hector Pietersen Museum and hear about the Soweto uprising that transpired in 1976, which was one the turning point of Apartheid.
Be introduced to the famous house of Nelson Mandela in Vilakazi Street, built in 1945, where he lived until he was imprisoned for 27 years. Have a conversation about Arch bishop Desmond Tutu in the famous street in Vilakazi Street.
Continue through Orlando East, the first formal settlement of Soweto and Orlando Stadium, Soweto football giants, the Orlando Pirate and ride a minibus taxi to the last stop at the Orlando Towers.
Listen to the many personal stories about the family's generations, how apartheid had an impact in each and everyone of them and how Soweto has changed today. Enjoy a traditional, local lunch of Kota (Local burger) or Braii (Barbecue).
Highlights
- Get an authentic experience with a Sowetan native
- Taste traditional, local cuisine.
- Meet the locals
- Discover the history of Soweto
- See the house of Nelson Mandela
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• People in Soweto are already used to tours and mostly appreciate foreigners coming to experience their community.
• This tour will take place rain or shine.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Meet your guide in front of the Hector Pieterson Memorial. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
