60 days in Cape Town & Amsterdam Itinerary

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

Take a break from the city and head to Boulders Beach Penguin Colony and Shark Diving. Do some cultural sightseeing at Franschhoek Motor Museum and Robben Island Museum. Venture out of the city with trips to Kraalbaai Beach/Lagoon (in Langebaan), Ormonde Vineyard (in Darling) and Hermanus (Grotto Beach, Kwaaiwater, &more). And it doesn't end there: identify plant and animal life at Platteklip Gorge, explore and take pictures at Cape Point, learn about winemaking at Fairview Wine and Cheese, and stop by Abseil Africa.

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Valletta, Malta to Cape Town is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time (CET) to South Africa Standard Time (SAST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. When traveling from Valletta in January, plan for warmer days in Cape Town, with highs around °C, while nights are a bit warmer with lows around °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Amsterdam.

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

Explore hidden gems such as The Jordaan and Panorama Mesdag. Escape the urban bustle at Natuurgebied Zwanenwater and Vuurtorenweg Texel Beach. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Amsterdam: The Hague (Louwman Museum The Hague, The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery, &more), Haarlem (Sint-Bavokerk (Church of St. Bavo), Grote Markt, &more) and Strand van Katwijk aan Zee (in Katwijk). Spend the 20th (Wed) exploring nature at Nationaal Park Weerribben-Wieden. Spend the 4th (Mon) exploring nature at National Park de Loonse en Drunense Duinen. There's much more to do: browse the exhibits of Anne Frank House, get lost in a book at OBA Library of Amsterdam, admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum, and examine the collection at Zaanse Schans.

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Fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam in 15 hours. The time zone difference moving from South Africa Standard Time to Central European Standard Time is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Cape Town in February, expect Amsterdam to be colder, temps between °C and °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Tue) to allow time to travel back home.