3. We focus on Islamic Culture and Heritage The early history of the Malays in the Cape goes way back to the time of slavery through the power struggle between the Portuguese and the Dutch for the supremacy (ownership) of the seas. The Dutch built a large army targeted at places like Bombay, Medan ,India ,Java and Ceylon. The leaders of these areas resisted against the Dutch in the far east and united in the fight for freedom. They were captured and brought to the Cape as slaves. These slaves, men of great spiritual intellect, received the highest respect from the communities. They taught unity and peace amongst the different faiths and religious groups such as Hinduism, Christianity, Javanese and Indian. They did not have much experience on the battle field but brought with them the Ideology of Islam as well as their building, cabinet making, candle making, welding and other skills. These pioneers of the Muslim community in the Western Cape, also known as “Auwliah”, were laid to rest in tombs or “Mazaars” or more commonly known as “Kramats” around the Cape Peninsula. For many years this history was passed down from generation to generation by word of mouth. These are sacred places and must be treated with the utmost respect. Silence at all times, remove shoes and proper code of dress is required.
In this Tour you will experience the heritage and culture and re-trace the footsteps of the cosmopolitan Bo-Kaap and District Six neighbourhood from the City to the Cape Flats.
Cape Winelands is one of the most scenic regions in South Africa. Here you will experience the culinary of the Winelands with more than 200 cellars filled with the finest cultivars, complimented with local olives, cheese and strawberries. This will not be complete if you do not round it off with a traditional dish of waterblommetjies (Little lilies that grow in the dams around the area). The surrounding magnificent mountains offers unique opportunities for hikes, mountaineering, cycling, jogging and other sports and recreations activities. It will leave you with lasting memories of hospitality and natural beauty. You will find a combination of African, Dutch, French, German, Italian and English influences of monuments and museums . A visit to the Afrikaans Language monument, the only one in the world dedicated to a language and culture, is a must. We offer the following four different Wineland route tours:
Cellar Tours and Wine tasting. On this tour you relax unwind and experience some of the best produced wine in the world. Cellar tours and all your questions about the various cultivar answered
A visit to the historical museums Stellenbosch University and view of the cheetas and birds of prey. Sir Lowry’s Pass Scenic route with a spectacular view. It is for the nature lover and birdwatchers. Enjoy the town side of Sir Lowry’s Pass with its breathtaking views over Falsbay. On the other side of the mountain enter a valley of orchards, fruit and vineyards. Gordon’s Bay lies in a secluded area on the eastern shores of False Bay. Beautiful beaches with white sand and the sea water is much warmer than the Atlantic Ocean.
Winelands and Boland and Big 5 Du Toits kloof pass reaches the highest peak in the Western Cape within direct sight of the ocean (1995m). On a clear day it has the most beautiful nature view. Tunnel The Huguenot shortens the road by 4.4.km . Worcester Has an excellent infrastructure of main and provincial roads that links Cape Town to Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth, Overberg, Garden Route up to the West Coast. Agricultural show grounds, Open air living Museum and reptile world. Training and teaching centre for blind and institute for the deaf. Botanical gardens exhibit 10 hectare of indigenous plant species. Compliment this fantastic tour with a game drive of the Big 5: lion, elephant, rhino, leopard,buffalo and other animals like wildebeest, giraffe, eland and bontebok. It also offers excellent conference and teambuilding facilities; the perfect place to combine work and pleasure. A good way of combining quality and add value for money.
Cape Heritage and Cultural experience of Winelands On this Winelands tour you experience the heritage of the Cape Dutch Georgian and Victorian architecture. Museums,art galleries and theatres.
Cape Winelands is one of the most scenic regions in South Africa. Here you will experience the culinary of the Winelands with more than 200 cellars filled with the finest cultivars, complimented with local olives, cheese and strawberries. This will not be complete if you do not round it off with a traditional dish of waterblommetjies (Little lilies that grow in the dams around the area). The surrounding magnificent mountains offers unique opportunities for hikes, mountaineering, cycling, jogging and other sports and recreations activities. It will leave you with lasting memories of hospitality and natural beauty. You will find a combination of African, Dutch, French, German, Italian and English influences of monuments and museums . A visit to the Afrikaans Language monument, the only one in the world dedicated to a language and culture, is a must. We offer the following four different Wineland route tours: