South Africa History: Pretoria to Soweto Tour

Immerse yourself in South Africa’s history on this guided day tour of Pretoria, Soweto, and the Apartheid Museum. Explore the Voortrekker Museum, Union Buildings, Soweto, and learn about the country’s apartheid era at the museum. Don’t miss this deep dive into South Africa’s fascinating past!

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Apartheid Museum - The Apartheid Museum opened in 2001 and is acknowledged as the pre-eminent museum in the world dealing with 20th century South Africa, at the heart of which is the apartheid story
  • Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial - The Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum, situated in Orlando West, Soweto, commemorates the role of the…
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Local guide
  • All activities
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a comprehensive full-day exploration of Pretoria, Johannesburg, Soweto, and renowned Apartheid sites to immerse yourself deeply into the history of South Africa. The tour includes a visit to Voortrekker Museum in Pretoria that stores the historical narrative of the Afrikaaners folk of South Africa and the ‘Great Trek’. You’ll also get a chance…

Location
Apartheid Museum
Northern Park Way and Gold Reef Rd
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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John_c
Oct 7, 2026
A great tour - We had a very enjoyable day with our guide Gabriel. His knowledge of the area was instrumental in providing us with a great opportunity to learn about South African history. In addition to Pretoria and the Apartheid Museum, we had the opportunity to get an in-depth tour of Soweto based on Gabriel's knowledge of the area.
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Explorer18861757147
Sep 30, 2026
Full immersion in South African history with a great guide - Our guide Marvin was great. He has such extensive knowledge and he is enthusiastic about sharing it with his customers. It was a great lesson of history. Marvin went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable throughout the day. Overall, I had a great time and I would recommend this tour
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725guilhermef
Jul 25, 2026
Nice day in Pretoria and Soweto - I recommend. It was a very nice day. Marvin, my guide, was quite attentive explained to me the history of the city and of each tourist spot
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Guidofabio
Jul 21, 2026
Historical and Cultural Experience - An excellent trip, rich in culture and history. It’s a great way to see these beautiful cities if you’re short on time. The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly, sharing details that only a local could provide. It was well worth it.
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Fabio_l
Jul 20, 2026
Immersion in the history of South Africa - It was an intense day, full of history, beautiful scenes and a lot of learning. The tour is ideal for those who have little time in the city, but it is exhausting. It was not possible to complete the part of Johannesburg, the day began in Pretoria and ended in Soweto. Still, I put 5 stars for what was possible to see and for the guide.
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Guide689729
Jun 23, 2026
Apartheid Museum - Our guide Marvin was amazing! Really friendly, knowledgeable and went out of his way to make our trip the best. What a great day it was because of it!
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Sandra_h
Apr 27, 2026
It was a great tour. The... - It was a great tour. The guide was very informative. The places covered were perfect to give an idea of the events that helped shape South africe
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Discover55735566434
Mar 29, 2026
History and culture - A great tour that will gives a balanced vision of history with plenty of time to takes pictures and learn a lot. I was guided by Mike who is very knowledgeable and friendly. He dropped me right at the airport at the end of the day which made my last day in South Africa easy to manage.
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Essien3736gp
Mar 18, 2026
Interesting piece of history about apartheid. - Fun and interesting tour with Byron as guide. Byron knew a lot to tell and brought us safely to all locations. A lot of information about Mandela, apartheid and Soweto. Highly recommended.
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Apoct_7474
Feb 20, 2026
A private, authentic tour of South Africa’s history and culture that felt safe, personal, and unforgettable. - This tour was hands down one of the best decisions I made in South Africa. It was just me and my guide, Marvin, which made the experience personal, intimate, and exactly what I was looking for. I wanted to truly understand the history and culture of South Africa, especially the real story of Apartheid, and this tour exceeded my expectations. Marvin was incredibly knowledgeable, patient with all my questions, and made me feel safe the entire time as a solo traveler. I loved being able to move at my own pace without a big group, and I even got to try a local beer with deep cultural roots that was delicious. If you want a meaningful, immersive experience rather than something rushed and touristy, ask for Marvin. Once you book there are no additional fees. We started at 8am and ended at 5pm but I had the option to end any time I wanted to. The tour was so great I wanted to keep going. I didn’t just take a tour—I gained perspective and made a friend. I’ll definitely be back from Brooklyn, NY.
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From $148
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).