Cape Town holidays

Unwind before your flight home in the Premier Lounge, an oasis of comfort where passengers can enjoy complimentary light meals and snacks, beverages, newspapers and magazines, TV and Wi-Fi (at major airports only).

Discover Cape Town's amazing cultural diversity on an interactive guided walk through Bo-Kaap's historical heart. Get a taste of life in this community as you stop at a local spice shop and halaal butcher, learning about typical ingredients in the area's cuisine. Next visit a local family’s home for a hands-on cooking demonstration followed by lunch.

Dipping in and out of the waves, strolling around town and preening on the sand - the penguins at Boulders Beach are a charming sight. During this full day Cape Peninsula tour, you'll experience some of the most spectacular views in the wirld during a drive along the Atlantic coast. Pass through the fishing village of Hout Bay, where you can take an optional trip to Duiker Island to view the boisterous Cape Fur seals, and visit Cape Point and the breathtaking Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve.

Take a historical tour of Cape Town with a bird's-eye view of its most spectacular sights. Starting at the famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, you'll pass over the Atlantic Seaboard and continue to the white sands of Clifton Beach and along the Twelve Apostles and rugged Llandudno. Then pass the over Republic of Hout Bay for a fantastic view of Seal Island.

Add some extra romance to your holiday with an exclusive private dinner at One&Only Cape Town's wine cellar or chef's table. You'll be served a world class five-course menu of mouth-watering bistro fare from the resort's renowned restaurant, Reuben's - run by South African celebrity chef Reuben Riffel - each course washed down with a glass of fine wine. A truly special evening that you'll never forget.

As the boat sways in the current, climb into the cage. You know it's coming closer and soon you'll be face to face with a gigantic great white. This experience starts from Gansbaai and the boat will cruise Shark Alley between the islands of Geyser Rock and Dyer Island. You can use snorkelling or diving equipment during this unforgettable excursion.

Discover beautiful plant life and taste heady wines on this fascinating excursion. Stroll through the famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, which sit below Table Mountain and feature over 3,000 plant species. Part of the Cape Floral Kingdom, this stunning attraction is home to indigenous plants including fynbos, proteas and cycads. Next, journey to historic Constantia, where the South African wine farming industry began. Here you'll enjoy a tasting at a peaceful old winery near the vibrant city.

Discover South Africa's townships from your vantage point on the back of a bike. You'll witness the amazing work being done by The Life Cycling Academy (Velokhaya), which implements cycling programmes to boost the self-esteem and confidence of under-privileged South African children, and learn about Khayelitsha's history and heritage as your guide tells you about the community's culture and customs. Passing local shebeens (pubs) and butcheries grilling meat by the street, you'll have the chance to taste local delicacies.

Experience the raw energy of the 'Rainbow Nation'. You'll explore the District Six Museum, which chronicles the quashing of this diverse community during the apartheid era, and Tsonga Environmental Gardens. Visit an informal spaza shop, a shebeen (pub) and a hostel for a firsthand taste of township culture, before returning the the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront for a ferry ride to Robben Island, a World Heritage Site where Nelson Mandela was once imprisoned.

Sip a glass of bubbly and take in spectacular views of Cape Town's Table Mountain and the city as the sun sets into the sea. Sail boats Spirit of Victoria and Esperance follow the wind out of the harbour and sail across the bay towards Milnerton Lighthouse. Then return to Granger Bay in the lee of the mountain to watch the sun dip into the sea before motoring back to the waterfront.

Gently twirl the wine in your glass, breathing in its fruity aroma during this tour through South Africa's stunning rolling vineyards. Visit Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch, stopping in every region for a taster and a talk from an expert on each estate.