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4.8 out of 5
Cape Town
Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
See Cape Town from the top deck! Discover mountain views, coastal scenery and favourite stops with 1 day of unlimited hop-on hop-off bus routes to explore. Choose the Bus Ticket or the Bus & Boat Combo with a Harbour or Canal Cruise. Hop aboard and make a day of it.
- 1 day of unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour across all three routes.
- Bus & Boat Combo only: One Harbour Cruise OR one Canal Cruise.
- Guided walking tour.
- Onboard bus audio commentary in 15 languages.
- Dedicated Kids’ audio channel.
Adult
R375 per person
Child
R225
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4.9 out of 5
Cape Town
Paarl, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch Three Region Wine Tour
Escape to wine country! Discover Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl on a guided day out from Cape Town. Visit 3 wine estates, taste up to 14 wines and enjoy savoury and sweet pairings against a backdrop of vineyards and mountains. Book your Winelands escape.
- Visits to three carefully selected wine estates
- Wine tastings of up to 14 wines
- Wine Cellar tour at a wine estate
- Both savory and sweet pairings
- Guided walk through historic Stellenbosch
Adult
R955 per person
Child
R695
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4.9 out of 5
Cape Town
Cape Town Premium Combo: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Cruises & Tours
One city. So many ways to discover it. Explore Cape Town from the open-top Red Bus, cruise its harbour and canals, catch the sunset from Signal Hill and discover historic streets and colourful Bo-Kaap with a guide. Your Premium Combo includes 1 day of hop-on hop-off bus travel, with 3 days to enjoy your included experiences. Make more of your Cape Town adventure.
- 1 calendar day of unlimited hop-on hop-off bus travel.
- Access to all 3 routes: Red City Tour, Blue Mini Peninsula Tour and Purple Constantia Valley Wine Tour.
- Harbour Cruise.
- Canal Cruise.
- Sunset Bus Tour.
Adult
R575 per person
Child
R425
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4.8 out of 5
Cape Town
Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
See Cape Town from the top deck! Discover mountain views, coastal scenery and favourite stops with 1 day of unlimited hop-on hop-off bus routes to explore. Choose the Bus Ticket or the Bus & Boat Combo with a Harbour or Canal Cruise. Hop aboard and make a day of it.
- 1 day of unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour across all three routes.
- Bus & Boat Combo only: One Harbour Cruise OR one Canal Cruise.
- Guided walking tour.
- Onboard bus audio commentary in 15 languages.
- Dedicated Kids’ audio channel.
Adult
R375 per person
Child
R225
Book Now Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Our Top Pick
4.9 out of 5
Cape Town
Cape Town Premium Combo: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Cruises & Tours
One city. So many ways to discover it. Explore Cape Town from the open-top Red Bus, cruise its harbour and canals, catch the sunset from Signal Hill and discover historic streets and colourful Bo-Kaap with a guide. Your Premium Combo includes 1 day of hop-on hop-off bus travel, with 3 days to enjoy your included experiences. Make more of your Cape Town adventure.
- 1 calendar day of unlimited hop-on hop-off bus travel.
- Access to all 3 routes: Red City Tour, Blue Mini Peninsula Tour and Purple Constantia Valley Wine Tour.
- Harbour Cruise.
- Canal Cruise.
- Sunset Bus Tour.
Adult
R575 per person
Child
R425
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4.8 out of 5
Joburg
1-Day Hop-On-Hop-Off Ticket
Hop on our Johannesburg Red Tour from Rosebank and explore the city’s leafy suburbs and vibrant inner core. See highlights like Melrose Arch, Johannesburg Zoo, the Nelson Mandela Foundation, Constitution Hill, the Mining District, the Apartheid Museum and Gold Reef City Theme Park, with the freedom to hop on and off at your favourite stops.
- Complimentary Sandton hotel shuttle (selected hotels) to Rosebank
- 1-Day Bus Ticket: Unlimited official Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour
- Informative onboard commentary and sightseeing views from the open-top bus
- The freedom to board and leave the bus as often as you like
Adult
R375 per person
Child
R225
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4.9 out of 5
Cape Town
Paarl, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch Three Region Wine Tour
Escape to wine country! Discover Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl on a guided day out from Cape Town. Visit 3 wine estates, taste up to 14 wines and enjoy savoury and sweet pairings against a backdrop of vineyards and mountains. Book your Winelands escape.
- Visits to three carefully selected wine estates
- Wine tastings of up to 14 wines
- Wine Cellar tour at a wine estate
- Both savory and sweet pairings
- Guided walk through historic Stellenbosch
Adult
R955 per person
Child
R695
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Coastlines & Penguin Encounters
4.9 out of 5
Cape Town
Cape Town: Cape Point & Boulders Beach Penguin Tour
Leave Cape Town behind for a guided journey through the Cape Peninsula’s mountain passes, rugged coastline and sweeping ocean views. Explore Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope, then visit Boulders Beach to see its African penguin colony with a knowledgeable local guide. Choose your ticket option and book your Cape Peninsula day out.
- Live expert English-speaking local guide
- Visits to Cape Point, the Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Beach
- Optional guided hike from Cape Point to the Cape of Good Hope
- Visit Boulders Beach to see endangered African Penguins
- Complimentary pickup from designated stops near selected hotels
Adult
R575 per person
Child
R525
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4.8 out of 5
Cape Town
Franschhoek Wine Tram Tour
Depart from Cape Town in a luxury air-conditioned coach and head directly to the picturesque Franschhoek Valley, to connect with the famous Franschhoek hop-on hop-off wine tram and bus. The Franschhoek Wine Tram offers two hop-on hop-off lines (clockwise & anti-clockwise), each stopping at a selection of top wine estates in the Franschhoek Valley. Enjoy flexible transport between the wine estates every hour by a combination of tram and tram-buses around the loop.
- Return transfer from Cape Town
- Return transfer to the Franschhoek Wine Tram
- Tram Line ticket with a local guide
- Best vineyard views from the Franschhoek tram
- Complimentary pick-up near hotels
Adult
R825 per person
Child
R595
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4.6 out of 5
Cape Town
Cape Town City Pass: Save over 50% on 80+ Top Attractions
Make your Cape Town stay one to remember. One City Pass opens the door to more than 80 participating attractions and experiences, with City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off bus travel for the duration of your pass. See the sights that excite you, explore at your own pace and save up to 50% when you make the most of your pass.
- One City Pass for the selected duration
- One entry to each participating attraction included in the pass
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off bus travel for the duration of the pass
- Skip-the-ticket-queue access at selected attractions, where offered
Adult
R1,695 per person
Child
R995
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Cape Town
Mega Pass & 1 Premium experience (3 or 5 days)
Your complete Key to unlock Cape Town! 1) Pick your pass duration and buy 2) You will receive you bar coded Pass. Save to your phone or print 3) Scan your pass to enter any of the 80+ attractions 4) Save loads of Rand's whilst visiting the top attractions For a once off fee, enjoy FREE entry to over 80 top attractions PLUS 1 Premium Experience with your Cape Town Unlimited Premium Attractions Pass!
- Only e-Pass in CPT to offer 80+ attractions
- Instant confirmation - Mobile ticket
- Unlimited single entry for 3 or 5 days
- Hassle free entry at attractions
- Choose 1 of 12 PREMIUM Experiences
Adult
R4,195 per person
Child
R3,095
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4.8 out of 5
Cape Town
Bus & FREE entry to 3 Top Attractions
Official Explorer Pass will save you money! Get a great‑value combo that includes your hop‑on hop‑off bus ticket plus entry to selected must‑see sights and tours. One pass, one purchase, and the freedom to explore more for less at your own pace.
- Your e-Pass to any 3 of 12 top Attractions
- Instant confirmation - Mobile ticket
- 1 Day bus ticket + choose 3 attractions
- Hassle free entry at attractions
Adult
R745 per person
Child
R495
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4.9 out of 5
Cape Town
Cape Town Premium Combo: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Cruises & Tours
One city. So many ways to discover it. Explore Cape Town from the open-top Red Bus, cruise its harbour and canals, catch the sunset from Signal Hill and discover historic streets and colourful Bo-Kaap with a guide. Your Premium Combo includes 1 day of hop-on hop-off bus travel, with 3 days to enjoy your included experiences. Make more of your Cape Town adventure.
- 1 calendar day of unlimited hop-on hop-off bus travel.
- Access to all 3 routes: Red City Tour, Blue Mini Peninsula Tour and Purple Constantia Valley Wine Tour.
- Harbour Cruise.
- Canal Cruise.
- Sunset Bus Tour.
Adult
R575 per person
Child
R425
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4.8 out of 5
Cape Town
Bus & Table Mountain Cableway Ticket
Listen to a commentary in 15 languages aboard the bus to learn more about the must-see attractions and decide where to jump off. The ticket is valid for 14 days from the first use so that you don't have to ride the bus and cableway on the same day. The Best Way to See Cape Town and Table Mountain.
- 3 Hop-On Hop-Off Routes
- 1-Day Bus Ticket: Unlimited official Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour
- Enjoy a scenic return trip up Table Mountain on the Aerial Cableway
- Guided Walking Tour
Adult
R850 per person
Child
R455
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4.6 out of 5
Cape Town
Cape Town City Pass: Save over 50% on 80+ Top Attractions
Make your Cape Town stay one to remember. One City Pass opens the door to more than 80 participating attractions and experiences, with City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off bus travel for the duration of your pass. See the sights that excite you, explore at your own pace and save up to 50% when you make the most of your pass.
- One City Pass for the selected duration
- One entry to each participating attraction included in the pass
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off bus travel for the duration of the pass
- Skip-the-ticket-queue access at selected attractions, where offered
Adult
R1,695 per person
Child
R995
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Explore your chosen city at your own pace. One hop-on-hop-off ticket. Infinite sightseeing possibilities.

Step 1: Choose your Open Top Bus packageChoose a package that suits your itinerary and travel needs.
Step 2: Hop on the busBoard at any of our convenient, well-marked bus stops across the city routes.
Step 3: Hop off and exploreHop off at any landmark that captures your attention and take your time.
Step 4: Hop back on when readyCatch the next red bus at the stop. Buses pass by at regular short intervals.

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Best-Selling Experiences

Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Paarl, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch Three Region Wine Tour

Cape Town Premium Combo: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Cruises & Tours

Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Cape Town Premium Combo: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Cruises & Tours

1-Day Hop-On-Hop-Off Ticket

Paarl, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch Three Region Wine Tour

Cape Town: Cape Point & Boulders Beach Penguin Tour

Franschhoek Wine Tram Tour

Cape Town City Pass: Save over 50% on 80+ Top Attractions

Mega Pass & 1 Premium experience (3 or 5 days)

Bus & FREE entry to 3 Top Attractions

Sunset Bus Experience

3 hour Small Group Township Tour

Groot Constantia Wine Estate

Cape Town Premium Combo: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Cruises & Tours

Bus & Table Mountain Cableway Ticket

Cape Town City Pass: Save over 50% on 80+ Top Attractions

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How the Hop-on Hop-off bus works

Where will the Red Bus take you?

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Cape Town City Pass

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Loved by travellers

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Video: Experience the Franschhoek & Stellenbosch Winelands Tour!

Time to start planning that perfect Family Vaycay

14 reasons to jump on the Cape Town Mini Peninsula Tour

The Best Way to Celebrate Heritage Day in South Africa

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