Soweto played a leading and indeed a pivotal role in the struggle against Apartheid. You can visit many sites throughout the Township that tell part of the tragic, but ultimately triumphant story. Soweto is recommended as part of your struggle heritage tour itinerary. From its establishment in 1904, the adoption of the Freedom Charter in 1955 and the Soweto Uprisings on 16 June 1976 are some of the events that shaped South Africa’s historic past. You will explore and experience the diverse community and culture of the people living in Townships.
A tour to Soweto includes a visit to Hector Pieterson Museum
Vilakazi Street
Orlando Cooling towers
Mandela House
Desmond Tutu House
Drive past the famous FNB stadium also known as Soccer City famous for hosting an opening ceremony, a few matches and the final of 2010 Soccer World Cup.
Drive past Chris Hani Baragwanath and Orlando Towers for an optional Babaque and Bunjee Jumping experience.
A Shanty Town experience. A visit to Freedom Square, Vilakazi Street and Hector Peterson memorial.
Lunch African food buffet at Sakhumzi Restaurant. A visit to Nelson Mandela Museum.
A visit to Regina Mundi Church and the Credo Mutwa Cultural Village.
After a fascinating morning in or afternoon in Soweto, you will be dropped back at your accommodation in Johannesburg.
Collection from your Hotel or Address in Johannesburg at 8:00am for a morning tour and 13:00pm for an afternoon tour
At any hotel or address in Johannesburg at the end of the tour
Half day tours can be combined to make it a full day tour depending on how much time you have for the day
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