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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
Overview
Our tour begins at the Hector Peterson Memorial, where you will learn about the significance of the 1976 Soweto Uprising, a significant turning point in the Apartheid system. We will then walk down Moema Street, retracing the steps of the historic march. As we continue down Vilakazi Street, we will visit Nelson Mandela's house, where you will have 20 minutes to explore inside where he lived until he's 27 years imprisonment (entrance fee not included).
Next, we will stop at Desmond Tutu's house, another landmark in Soweto's history. Following this visit, we will enjoy a delicious lunch at a local shop.
After lunch, we will take a minibus taxi to Orlando East, giving you a taste of the local mode of transport to the famous Soweto Towers. Our final stop will be at an informal settlement called Nomzamo Park, where you will gain insight into the daily lives of many Soweto residents.
Options
Guest Meeting Point Option
Meet-Up Tour (No Shuttle)
Duration: 4 hours
Local Sandwhich (Kota)
Bottled Water
Private Tour
What's included
Bottled water
Local Burger (Kota)
All additional Items and Cost
Pick ups and Drop off
What to expect
Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
30m
Meeting at the Museum, we will talk first about the Soweto uprising, which was one the downfall of apartheid organised by students of. Soweto.
20m
We walk through the footsteps of the youth of 1976, sharing insightful details of the shooting, the living conditions and the aftermath of the uprising.
Vilakazi Street
10m
Taking a shot'left, we continue our walk in the famous street in Johannesburg to have two Nobel peace price winners living in this neighbourhood.
Mandela House
20m · Admission ticket not included
The Iconic House of Nelson Mandela and his Wife Winnie Mandela, who spend their life in this house post apartheid.
10m
Famous Arch Bishop Desmond Tutu who won an NobelPrice and criticised apartheid through religion.
30m
The first Formal houses which. formed the township or Soweto
Orlando Towers
1h
Final destination of great photos and traditional lunch
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Our Local guide will you at the Vilakazi Espresso
End point
Our Local guide will you at the Vilakazi Espresso
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.