South Africa
Cape Town
From £699 per person
Cape Town — Africa’s Mother City
Wedged between the flat-topped silhouette of Table Mountain and the sparkling Atlantic, Cape Town is one of the most photogenic cities on the planet. A melting pot of cultures, cuisines, and landscapes, it delivers everything from world-class wine estates to close encounters with African wildlife.
Experiences You Should Not Miss
- Table Mountain — take the revolving cable car or hike to the summit for full 360-degree views
- Cape Winelands — Stellenbosch and Franschhoek offer some of the finest wine tasting outside Europe
- Cape Peninsula Drive — Chapman’s Peak, penguins at Boulders Beach, and the Cape of Good Hope
- V&A Waterfront — dining, boutique shopping, and the Two Oceans Aquarium against a mountain backdrop
- Safari Day Trip — Big Five game drives at private reserves less than two hours from the city
When to Go
November through March is the warm, dry season — perfect for beaches, hiking, and outdoor dining. The shoulder months of October and April are quieter and still offer lovely weather.
Getting There from the UK
Direct flights from London Heathrow take roughly eleven hours. British Airways and Virgin Atlantic operate daily non-stop services.