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Guided Bicycle Tour of Soweto with Lunch

By One Day Africa
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Free cancellation available
Price is AU$87 per adult
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Overview

Embark on a fun and unique tour experience as you explore the urban complexity of Soweto on a bicycle. Get to experience the township like a local, get a glimpse of Hector Pietersen Museum, Mandela House and Tutu House.

Start your cycling tour in at the Hector Pietersen, to learn how Soweto's Establishment in 1904 and the history of this famous Township.
Continue to Mama Lilian Ngoyi's house, an anti-apartheid activist. Cycle to Hector Pietersen Museum where the Soweto uprising transpired which was one of the turning points of apartheid.

This tour will get you closer to all the highlights of Soweto. See the Mandela House, where Nelson Mandela lived from 1946 to 1962.
Then, pass by Tutu House on Vilakazi Street, where Archbishop Desmond Tutu and his family once resided. Talk about the Nobel Laureate's contribution to apartheid's downfall in South Africa.

Give your feet a break by stopping for lunch. Taste South African sandwiches called kota before cycling back to the starting point.

Activity location
  • Phomolong
    • Moleofi Street
    • 1804, Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • 7346 Kumalo St
    • 7346 Kumalo Street
    • 1804, Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa

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start time
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Guided Soweto Bicycle Tour
Duration: 4 hours
Lunch : Bottled Water

Language options: English
Price details
AU$82.04 x 1 AdultAU$82.04
Paid at activityAU$5.41
Total
Price is AU$87.45
Shuttle Service
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

with Shuttle Service
Duration: 4 hours

Language options: English
Price details
AU$127.12 x 1 AdultAU$127.12
Paid at activityAU$5.41
Total
Price is AU$132.53

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bicycle and Helmet
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local Burger (Kota)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    All additional Items and Cost
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Pick-up and Drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Mandela House

Know before you book

  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Phomolong
  • 15m
Sharing stories about different family generations, how apartheid had an impact in everyone, and how Soweto has changed today.
Mzimhlophe
  • 30m
Visiting the only former women’s residential hostel in Soweto, which housed domestic workers working in the Suburbs of Johannesburg.
Nkungu Street
  • 10m
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.
Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
  • 30m
1976. youth uprising
Orlando Stadium
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
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.
Mandela House
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
famous house of Nelson Mandela
Vilakazi Street
  • 40m
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Soweto (Pass by)
Biking around the township
Orlando Police Department
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
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.

Location

Activity location
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    Phomolong
    • Moleofi Street
    • 1804, Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    7346 Kumalo St
    • 7346 Kumalo Street
    • 1804, Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa

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