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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
Soweto, which stands for South Western Townships, is a large, vibrant township located on the outskirts of Johannesburg, South Africa. Here are some of the things that make Soweto unique:
Rich history: Soweto played a pivotal role in the fight against apartheid. In 1976, student protests that began in Soweto spread throughout the country and became a major turning point in the struggle for racial equality. Soweto is also home to the Hector Pieterson Museum, which commemorates the 1976 uprising, and the Mandela House, where Nelson Mandela lived for many years.
What's included
Private transportation
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Alcoholic Beverages
What to expect
Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
8h · Admission ticket included
Soweto's history is a story of struggle and resilience. Here's a quick rundown:
Origins in the 1930s: Established under Apartheid to segregate Black people from Johannesburg, Soweto began as a collection of townships.
From Shantytowns to Townships: What started as slums became a permanent Black urban area with some government services by the 1950s.
Hotbed of Anti-Apartheid Activism: Soweto residents became a driving force against racial inequality.
The Soweto Uprising (1976): A pivotal moment. Students protested the forced use of Afrikaans in schools, sparking a major rebellion that gained international attention.
*JOHANNESBURG AND SOWETO FULL-DAY PROGRAM
*Visit to constitutional hill and constitutional court-Guided tour
*Chancellors house-Mandela & tambo law firm
*Mandela bridge
*Houghton estate
*Mandela house museum and Tutu house
*Informal settlement
*Three classes of Soweto
*Hector Pieterson memorial site
*Regina mundi church
*Freedom square
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Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We do pick up and drop at any address in Johannesburg and surrounding areas.
We will communicate with the guest a day before the tour and guest can wait at hotel lobby to be picked up.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
