Soweto Half-Day Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch
The township of Soweto, once a byword for oppression, had a major role in overturning apartheid. Cover more ground than you would on a walking tour while remaining close to the city streets on this half-day guided bicycle tour, complete with a traditional kota sandwich lunch. You'll learn not only about Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu, and Hector Pieterson but about the women who helped topple apartheid, such as Liliian Mgoyi.
Highlights
- ✓Cycle Soweto with a guide, including Vilakazi Street, where Mandela lived
- ✓Learn about Black women's lives under apartheid at a domestic workers' hostel
- ✓Choice of morning or afternoon tours let you plan your day and fit more in
- ✓Stay fueled with a traditional lunch, a deep-filled kota sandwich
What you'll see & do
- ✓Sharing stories about different family generations, how apartheid had an impact in everyone, and how Soweto has changed today.
- ✓Visiting the only former women’s residential hostel in Soweto, which housed domestic workers working in the Suburbs of Johannesburg.
- ✓Visiting Mama Lillian Mgoyi's home, an anti-apartheid activist, President of the Women's League and she is one of the women who led a women's march of 20,000 women to the Union Buildings of Pretoria in protest against the apartheid government requiring women to carry passbooks as part of the pass laws.
- ✓1976. youth uprising
- ✓Orlando Stadium is the heart of Soweto as it boasts a rich and proud history that dates back to 1959 when it was originally built. After being demolished and rebuilt from scratch at a cost of R280 million, the new look Orlando Stadium now houses a capacity crowd of 37 139 spectators which includes 21 hospitality suites, two open hospitality areas, conference rooms, a gymnasium and a 200-seater auditorium. Not only is the original ‘Mecca of South African football’ home to local giants and 1995 CAF Champions League winners, Orlando Pirates – but the venue has also moved up the popularity ranks for its hosting skills in major sports and entertainment events. The venue continued to raise the benchmark in South African history as it hosted the first ever rugby matches when the 2010 Vodacom SuperRugby competition semi-final and final fixtures were hosted at Orlando Stadium.
- ✓famous house of Nelson Mandela
- ✓2 Noble piece price winners
- ✓Biking around the township
- ✓The OPD was formed in 1875 and has evolved over time to meet the needs of the growing city. It employs over 800 sworn officers and more than 150 civilian employees who serve the citizens of Orlando through various functions.
What's included
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Bicycle and Helmet
- ✓Lunch
What's not included
- ✓All additional Items and Cost
- ✓Pick-up and Drop-off
- ✓Mandela House
Good to know
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Soweto Half-Day Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch
The township of Soweto, once a byword for oppression, had a major role in overturning apartheid. Cover more ground than you would on a walking tour while remaining close to the city streets on this half-day guided bicycle tour, complete with a traditional kota sandwich lunch. You'll learn not only about Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu, and Hector Pieterson but about the women who helped topple apartheid, such as Liliian Mgoyi.
Highlights
- ✓Cycle Soweto with a guide, including Vilakazi Street, where Mandela lived
- ✓Learn about Black women's lives under apartheid at a domestic workers' hostel
- ✓Choice of morning or afternoon tours let you plan your day and fit more in
- ✓Stay fueled with a traditional lunch, a deep-filled kota sandwich
What you'll see & do
- ✓Sharing stories about different family generations, how apartheid had an impact in everyone, and how Soweto has changed today.
- ✓Visiting the only former women’s residential hostel in Soweto, which housed domestic workers working in the Suburbs of Johannesburg.
- ✓Visiting Mama Lillian Mgoyi's home, an anti-apartheid activist, President of the Women's League and she is one of the women who led a women's march of 20,000 women to the Union Buildings of Pretoria in protest against the apartheid government requiring women to carry passbooks as part of the pass laws.
- ✓1976. youth uprising
- ✓Orlando Stadium is the heart of Soweto as it boasts a rich and proud history that dates back to 1959 when it was originally built. After being demolished and rebuilt from scratch at a cost of R280 million, the new look Orlando Stadium now houses a capacity crowd of 37 139 spectators which includes 21 hospitality suites, two open hospitality areas, conference rooms, a gymnasium and a 200-seater auditorium. Not only is the original ‘Mecca of South African football’ home to local giants and 1995 CAF Champions League winners, Orlando Pirates – but the venue has also moved up the popularity ranks for its hosting skills in major sports and entertainment events. The venue continued to raise the benchmark in South African history as it hosted the first ever rugby matches when the 2010 Vodacom SuperRugby competition semi-final and final fixtures were hosted at Orlando Stadium.
- ✓famous house of Nelson Mandela
- ✓2 Noble piece price winners
- ✓Biking around the township
- ✓The OPD was formed in 1875 and has evolved over time to meet the needs of the growing city. It employs over 800 sworn officers and more than 150 civilian employees who serve the citizens of Orlando through various functions.
What's included
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Bicycle and Helmet
- ✓Lunch
What's not included
- ✓All additional Items and Cost
- ✓Pick-up and Drop-off
- ✓Mandela House
Good to know
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.