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Trip Valid:1 Jan 2009 to 31 Dec 2011
Also runs from:1 Jan 2012 to 31 Dec 2012
Duration:5-6 hours
Pickup location:
Centrally located hotels in Johannesburg
Pickup time:9.00 AM
Drop-off location:
Centrally located hotels in Johannesburg
Drop-off time:2.00 PM-3.00 PM
Highlights:
Explore the streets of the Gateway to Africa – “The Real Johannesburg” with a difference. View the city from high up at the Carlton Centre. Discover Johannesburg golden past and explore Museum Africa. Visit the Market Theatre, renowned as South Africa's theatre of struggle.
Trip Code:ZAUB Group size:Minimum 1, Maximum 12 Price:USD 74.83 Style:Local Life & Culture, History & Heritage, WalkingWander the streets of Jo'burg, the "heartbeat" of Africa. Delve into the cities golden past and explore its multi-cultural background. Learn more about the Market Theatre, renowned as the "Theatre of Struggle". Finish up enjoying a refreshing drink and lunch at a local pub.
Itinerary
Welcome to Johannesburg, the heartbeat and “Hub” of Africa. Home to the Rainbow Nation, it is in this fast paced city that South Africa’s radical and political formation is most evident. Take a walk through the City of Johannesburg from roots to present. Starting our tour at the Carlton Centre, the top of Africa. From the 50th floor we can view Johannesburg and get an idea of which direction our walking tour will take us.
Explore the inner city on streets lined with a combination of historic and modern buildings where new incorporates the old. A stroll down Main Street Mall with its creative architecture in the form of old mining equipment takes you back into the early beginnings of the “City of Gold”. The artwork on Gandhi Square reminds us of the city’s multicultural roots.
Next we make our way to the vibrant Newtown Precinct where we visit a diverse range of historical and cultural sites. We visit the highlights of Newtown including the Mary Fitzgerald Square where we look inside one of the last colonial compounds now the Workers’ Library and Museum. Explore Museum Africa which provides an honest and even self-critical look at some of the problems South Africa has faced. The museum’s main focus is on the culture of the indigenous people. It would be unfair not to mention the beautiful display of artworks, containing Pre-Raphaelite and Impressionist paintings, even an impression of ‘the Anglo-Boer War’. Many South African artists are presented. Explore this multi-media museum includes an audio/visual display of Nelson Mandela’s treason trial.
We then move on to the Market Theatre which is now housed in the old fruit and vegetable market. After a truly interesting morning discovering the “Real Joburg” we move on to a totally different side of the city. The SAB World of Beer is a fun filled showcase of brewing in South Africa. SAB’s multimillion Rand investment into the area helped lay the foundation for what has become the Newtown Precinct. From Ancient Mesopotamia, through Africa and Europe, the tour unveils beer heritage all the way to a honky-tonk pub of Johannesburg? Mining camp days and a traditional Soweto shebeen. Here we have a chance to enjoy a refreshment with a delicious pub lunch taking in the panoramic view of the city.
Inclusion
English speaking guide, Entrance fees and transportation as indicated, Lunch, Entrance Fees as indicated.Exclusion
Items of a personal nature, Drinks, Gratuities and tips for drivers and guide.Voucher Exchange details
Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the trip.Confirmation of booking
Please contact the local supplier to confirm you trip 24 hours prior to departure.Your trip
This trip is offered on a "join-in" basis. Maximum group size is 12.Dress Standard
Dress standards are conservative throughout Africa. To respect this and for your own comfort, we strongly recommend modest clothing. This means covering shoulders and no short shorts. We recommend a mixture of loose, lightweight clothing and warm clothing for the evenings. Shorts should be knee-length. Singlets and tank tops are not suitable.Tipping
If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides and drivers a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid Urban Adventure destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this trip.Children policy
Children must be 6 to 11 years inclusively.
Language
English- Cancellations made more than 2 days prior to travel receive a full refund
- Cancellations made 2 days or less prior to travel attract a 100% cancellation fee.
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