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A half day tour of Soweto township offers you the opportunity to experience heart and soul of a busy city within a city. Learn the history culture and the vibrant lifestyle of Soweto. Soweto was created in the 1930s with Orlando the first township established. in the 1950s more black people were relocated there from black sports in the inner-city black neighborhoods which the apartheid government had reserved for whites. Soweto's growth was phenomenal but unplanned.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet the guide in front of the hotel wearing a hat written Nkuli tours. If you arrive early please wait at the hotel lobby the guide will come meet you there.
Hector Pieterson Memorial we will end the tour at this sight but if you came with your own car you can take Uber or local taxi back to the starting point.
Itinerary
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The site is located in Kliptown, Soweto. It is one of the most historically significant and vibrant places in Johannesburg where the historic signing and adoption of the Freedom Charter in 1955 took place. This project commemorates and celebrates the events that took place at the 1955 Congress of the people, during which 2884 delegates as we as 7000 spectators attended the proceedings.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Orlando Power station is a decommissioned coal-fired power station in Soweto, South Africa. The power station was commissioned at the end of the second world War and served Johannesburg for over 50 years. Now the towers are home to bungee jumping in the platform in between the 2 towers.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Mandela House strives to be a world class visitor attraction and a leading center for the preservation, and research of the historical heritage and Mandela Family legacy. Mandela House and Vilakazi street are iconic landmarks on the map of South African history. Immerse yourself in the memory of one of South Africa's most important struggle journeys.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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The Hector Pieterson Museum is a museum is located in Orland West, Soweto, South Africa two blocks away from where student protester Hector Pieterson was shot and killed on 16 June 1976.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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Soweto brewing company started in 2012 with the vision of wanting to bring the success of growing craft breweries to a township environment, so they lauched our own brand at the Soweto beer Festival.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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