Cycling Tours of South Africa

This tour offers a combination of easy terrain mixed with moderate hills. A VBT support shuttle is always available for those who need assistance. This tour is suitable for beginners and experienced cyclists alike.

Bike packages include:

• Custom bike and VBT helmet
• Two local, bilingual ride leaders
• Car support
• Luggage transportation
• Trip with GPS and daily route notes
• Welcoming reception
• Cultural experience
• Your choice of VBT branded gear for your adventure

Tour Highlights

• Climb to the top of Table Mountain by cable car and take in the magnificent views
• Join a local town tour to get a closer look at post-apartheid South Africa.
• Taste South African wine and learn about the local wine culture during a private tasting.
• Explore the local wildlife, including a visit to a colony of African penguins and a visit to an ostrich farm.
• Compare the diversity of South Africa's landscapes, from wild coastlines and lush vineyards to semi-arid plains and the world-famous Garden Route.

Route:

1. Arrival in Cape Town / VBT cycling vacation begins.
2. Cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain / Bike ride on Table Mountain / Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens / Langa Village / Welcome dinner
3. Cape Peninsula Excursion / Cycle at Cape Point Preserve
4. Franschhoek Winelands cycle / wine tasting at a local vineyard
5. View Karoo scenery and mountain passes on the way to Oudshoorn / Local trip to Oudshoorn / Ostrich tour
6. Drive through Meiringsport
7. Drive through the Naisnas Lagoon / Drive through the Garden Route / Home Dinner
8. Drive from Rheinendahl to Buffels Bay / Picnic by the sea
9. Nature Valley Cycle and Bloecrans Pass / Lunch at Tsitsikamma National Park / Farewell dinner
10. VBT Bike Vacation ends / Journey to George / Departure