Pretoria City and the Cullinan Diamond Mine Tour

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Experience Highlights

Discover Pretoria, South Africa's administrative capital, and delve into the fascinating world of diamonds with a visit to the Cullinan Diamond Mine on this full-day tour. Accompanied by an expert guide, you'll explore from Pretoria's historic buildings and monuments, such as the Paul Kruger House Museum, the Union Buildings and the Voortrekker Museum, to the depths of the earth where world-renowned diamonds are mined. The activity includes round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable experience from start to finish.

  • Explore Pretoria's historical and cultural sites, including the Union Buildings and the Voortrekker Museum.
  • Visit the famous Cullinan Diamond Mine, where some of the world's largest diamonds have been discovered.
  • Enjoy a guided experience and travel in comfort with return transfers directly from your hotel door.

What’s included

  • Pretoria City Tour and the Cullinan Diamond Mine
  • Expert guide
  • Transfers to and from the door of your hotel
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

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Step by Step

This full-day city tour of Pretoria and the Cullinan Diamond Mine will give you an enriching experience of South Africa's rich history and heritage, as well as the industry that has brought the country to world fame: diamond mining.

The journey begins in Pretoria, known as the "Jacaranda City" for its thousands of jacaranda trees in bloom, creating a breathtaking visual spectacle. Here, visitors will have the opportunity to explore historic monuments and government buildings, including the Union Buildings, the political heart of South Africa, as well as the Kruger Museum and the Voortrekker Monument.

Afterwards, you will visit the Cullinan Diamond Mine, where you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of diamond mining, learning about the mining process and the history behind one of the world's most significant finds: the Cullinan Diamond, the largest rough diamond ever found.

Throughout the day, you'll enjoy engaging narration from an expert guide, offering a unique perspective on the cultural, historical and economic significance of the sites visited. The tour includes round-trip transfers from your hotel door in an air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring comfort throughout the journey.

Reviews

4.6
· 1365 Reviews
  • Y
    Y. M.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    The tour of the city and the diamond mine was interesting, but I think they could include more historical details during the tour.
  • X
    X. F.
    4
    (0 Reviews)
    Exploring Pretoria and the diamond mine was a unique experience, highly recommended to understand the history and beauty of South Africa.
  • T
    T. P.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    I loved visiting the diamond mine, it was a unique experience. I learned a lot about the history of the city, something that has always interested me.
  • K
    K. W.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    The excursion to the diamond mine and Pretoria was great, we saw beautiful things. Highly recommended, you spend an amazing day.
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