Top Cape Town Walking & Biking Tours

Spend a day exploring Franschhoek, South Africa’s food and wine capital tucked away in the Cape Winelands, on this full-day mountain bike tour. Cycle to five wine estates and enjoy included wine tastings at each, with the option of adding biltong and olive pairings at select vineyards. This tour is typically operated by two guides and there’s a back-up shuttle, giving you the flexibility to choose a longer or shorter route, or even travel part of the route by shuttle to give your legs a well-earned rest. Lunch, water and hotel pickup and drop-off is all included.

Get your adrenaline pumping during a 3-hour mountain bike tour of Table Mountain from Cape Town. Ride the off-road trails of the city’s most recognized landmark as you explore the mountain up close and enjoy fantastic views of Cape Town and Robben Island far below.

Experience table mountain on an off-road scooter tour, a far different experience than riding in a traditional tour bus. Even if you've never piloted an all-terrain vehicle before, you'll feel safe and comfortable with a guide in the lead. All instruction and equipment are included for this adventure, which takes travelers on a 3-mile (5-kilometer) trek down the side of Signal Hill, into Bo Kaap, and on to Table Mountain.

Explore South Africa's 'Mother City' on two-wheels. Embark on a 3-hour cycling tour of Cape Town, taking in some of its most notable sights and attractions. Visit places like the colorful Bo Kaap community, Nobel Square―home to commemorative statues of 4 Nobel Peace Prize laureates, including Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela―the Company's Garden and Adderley Street, one of the city's main thoroughfares. A local guide joins you, sharing stories of Cape Town's vast history and heritage as you go.

Pedal through Cape Town at sundown to see the city's top sights bathed in late afternoon light on this afternoon tour. Follow your guide past the Victoria and Albert waterfront, along the seaside to Camps Bay before returning to the city for a glass of sparkling wine and some appetizers at a Table Bay restaurant. Use of bike and helmet included.

Climb Table Mountain, the flat-topped mountain that dominates Cape Town’s skyline, on this full-day hiking tour. With a guide, you’ll follow Smuts Track from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens to Maclear’s Beacon. Begin with an easy stroll along fynbos-strewn trails, then make the steeper ascent up Skeleton Gorge and into the forest that borders the mountain’s eastern flanks. At the top, you’ll have plenty of time to take in the unparalleled views of Table Bay and Robben Island before riding the cable car back down. Lunch, admission fees and hotel pickup and drop-off are all included.

Cruise through the streets of Cape Town, from Sea Point to Bo-Kaap and the V&A Waterfront, without breaking a sweat on this guided electric bike tour. With minimal effort, you will see more than possible on foot and your guide will take you to local foodies' favorite spots to sample some of the finest examples of the city's best foods.

Visit the so-called birthplace of South African wine and trace the history of the country’s viniculture on this Constantia Valley bike tour. Following pickup from your Cape Town hotel, you’ll spend a half or full day (depending on the option selected) cycling through the historic vineyards of the southern hemisphere’s oldest wine-growing region. Visit some of the area’s most-revered wine estates, enjoy private tastings with expert sommeliers, and savor a gourmet picnic with Table Mountain as your backdrop.

Get the ultimate up-close experience with Africa’s most famous beasts during this 8-hour safari cycling tour from Cape Town. Scout for giraffes, zebras, rhinos, lions, leopards, and more as you get closer to nature for a true wildlife experience. An accompanying armed ranger and back-up vehicle helps ensures a safe, fun, trip. Lunch and all bike gear is included.

Bike through the wine region outside of Franschooek on this full-day cycling and wine tasting tour. With a guide in the lead to take care of winery selection and directions, admire the scenery of the lower slopes of Simonsberg, stopping at prestigious wineries to taste the local vintages. Learn about wine production at up to eight wineries and two to three cellar tours, including gourmet snacks and local produce.

Check off Cape Town’s most impressive natural and city sights on this full-day tour. Following early morning hotel pickup, you’ll begin your cycle on Signal Hill in the shadow of Lion's Head and Table Mountain. Cruise through Camps Bay and Clifton, past wind-swept beaches and chic houses, to Bakoven village at the foot of the Twelve Apostles. Then pedal along Chapman’s Peak Drive, a twisting 5.5-mile (9-km) route that’s considered one of the world’s most scenic road stretches. Cap your day with a walking tour of Bo-Kaap, where you’ll gain insight into Cape Malay heritage and cuisine.

Explore the beautiful countryside of the Cape Winelands on a half-day bike tour around Stellenbosch, including two wine tastings. Wind your way through vineyard-covered farmland to take in the views. Stop at two wine estates for tastings.

Cape Town is known for its outdoor beauty and on this adventurous cycle tour, you’ll be out in the fresh air experiencing it, instead of being stuck inside a vehicle. You won’t have to worry about bringing a bike with you, as bike and helmet rental is included. Travel with ease between city sites with a guide to navigate so you don’t get lost. Highlights include Green Point, Green Market Square, Bo Kaap Malay Quarter, The Grand Parade, and the V&A Waterfront.

Starting in the town of Stellenbosch and ending in Franschhoek, this relaxing bicycle tour winds through rolling hills, lush terrain, and picturesque landscapes. Skirt the foot fo the Cape Fold mountain range, taking in the natural beauty and splendor of the region. Stop at two outstanding wineries for tastings along the way, as well as a grommet sit-down lunch.

Cycle through the scenic vistas and landscapes of the Cape Peninsula with a guide and group on this full-day bike tour. Highlights include Signall Hill, Lion's Head, Camps Bay, Hout Bay Harbor, and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Stop for a lunch at Chapman's Peak, a short hike to the lighthouse, and an African penguin viewing session at Boulders Beach. Use of bike and helmet provided.

Get some assistance from an electric bike while pedaling around the Cape of Good Hope on this full-day tour. With pedal assist from an electric motor, you can control how much you work and sweat while biking through the landscape around the southwestern tip of the African continent. Listen to commentary from your guide and look out for local wildlife such as baboons and ostrich, stopping for a picnic lunch midday.

Get a taste for Cape Town’s rich multi-ethnic cultures and food during this 4-hour culinary-themed cycling excursion with a private guide. Pedal the streets of Cape Town to visit neighborhoods like Bo Kaap and the V&A Waterfront, stopping to sample delicacies including ‘boerwors,’ (sausages), koeksisters (doughnut-like dessert), and samosas.

Throughout Cape Town and the Stellenbosch region, rugged trails take adventurous cyclists deep into the South African countryside—but it’s easy to get lost if you don’t know the routes. On this half- or full-day bike tour, tackle winding single-track trails by full-suspension mountain bike with your guide to lead the way. Admire panoramic views from vantage points on the Cape Peninsula, with lunch plus pickup and drop-off at your centrally located Cape Town hotel included.

Explore the winelands of Stellenbosch and Devon Valley on a bicycle tour from Cape Town. With all equipment included and a guide to take care of navigation, all you have to do is pedal and take in the scenery. Stop at several vineyards for tours and tastings, and refuel with a gourmet picnic lunch including sparkling wine. Half-day or full-day tours available.

Trek to the summit of Perdekop Peak during this 8-hour guided hike from Cape Town. Get to know the terrain in the mountains above Franschhoek, a private reserve containing pristine vegetation and animals such as baboons, mountain antelopes and black eagles. Admire views of the southwest Cape while eating a picnic lunch at the summit. Round-trip transportation from Cape Town accommodations is included.

Get out from behind the windows of a tour vehicle on this cycling tour of the Cape Winelands and the Paarl Valley. With a guide in the lead providing directions and navigation, you can focus on the scenery of this famous wine region while pedaling at a leisurely pace. After transfer from Cape Town, cycle out of the town of Paarl into the Paardeberg Mountains, through leafy vineyards, stopping for wine and cheese tastings along the way.

Meander among vineyards and along scenic rolling hills on a private cycling tour of South Africa's Constantia Winelands. Set out from Cape Town for the country's oldest wine-producing region where you'll embark on a more than 9 mile (15km) bicycle ride, stopping at several wineries such as Buitenverwachting, Steenberg and Groot Constantia for tastings. You'll also have an opportunity to visit a local kramat—or mosque—built for area slaves.

Bike up Cape Town's Table Mountain on this challenging mountain biking tour. Enjoy the scenery on the steady climb, departing at the Rhodes Memorial and proceeding to the top for epic views of the city. No need to navigate or fuss with maps with a guide in the lead; use of bike and helmet are included. Wrap up your tour with a gourmet lunch around the pool at Kensington Palace.

Travel along Cape Town's only dedicated bicycle path and learn more about the city's efforts to become more bike-friendly. Cycle past wetlands and gorgeous beaches, enjoying spectacular views of Table Mountain, Cape Town, and Table Bay. Dip your toes in the ocean and observe the variety of birds in their natural habitat. Stop for lunch at a popular eatery before cycling back to town.