42 days in Cape Town Itinerary

Sweeping beaches, towering hilltops, and picturesque vineyards adorn the landscape of Cape Town, dominated by the imposing Table Mountain.

Get a sense of the local culture at Robben Island Museum and First South African Perfume Museum. Visit Boulders Beach Penguin Colony and Llandudno Beach for some beach relaxation. Get out of town with these interesting Cape Town side-trips: Franschhoek (Stony Brook Vineyards, Dieu Donne Vineyards & Views, &more), Stellenbosch (Neethlingshof Estate, Spier Wine Farm, &more) and Phillipskop Mountain Reserve (in Stanford). And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at District Six Museum, steep yourself in history at Groot Constantia, kick back and relax at Clifton Beaches, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Maclear's Beacon.

To see traveler tips, maps, photos, and tourist information, go to the Cape Town trip itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiport is Cape Town International Airport. In January, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.