Discover the origins of Cape Town and how this captivating city became the cultural melting pot it is today. To find these answers you will explore historical sites, marvel at Cape Dutch architecture, walk the narrow streets of District Six, and hear evocative first-hand accounts of life under apartheid and the birth of a new South African democracy. Combine your discovery of Cape Town’s heritage with some of her other most celebrated sites such as Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens…

From trendy boutique stores selling vintage clothing on upmarket Kloof Street to the expertly hand-crafted African art and curios on Greenmarket Square, shopaholics – and those simply looking for a memento of their visit to Cape Town – are sure to find a treasure to take home. The V&A Waterfront, which welcomes more annual visitors than any other site in Africa, offers first-class shopping and entertainment. High street fashion retailers such as Versace, Louis Viton, Hugo Boss, Tommy Hilfiger and…

If you’d like pampered relaxation to be the focus of your crafted luxury holiday, you should know that Cape Town is one of the most well-resourced cities for spas and wellness centres on the planet. Your customised itinerary includes visits to the city’s most renowned facilities where an impressive bouquet of body, nail and hair treatments will pamper you from head to toe. A number of five-star hotels in the Mother City – 12 Apostles Hotel, Vineyard Hotel or the…

Marvel at the magnificent Cape coastline from the vantage point of your private yacht while enjoying a tall glass of sparkling wine and some fresh oysters. Once the sun dips below the horizon, the only lights are those of the Mother City, romantically twinkling against the backdrop of iconic Table Mountain – one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature. From the expansive waters of the Atlantic Ocean you can’t miss state-of-the-art Cape Town Stadium built for hosting the 2010…

Is spotting Africa’s Big Five on your bucket list? HME Crafted Holidays offers the quintessential five-star safari on some pristine game reserves just outside Cape Town. Experience thrilling wildlife encounters on game drives guided by experts of the African bushveld and spend convivial evenings dining alfresco under a sky shining brightly with stars as lions roar in the distance. Your safari can be as active or relaxing as you wish. We craft your trip according to your preferred accommodation, activities…

Whether you’re a scratch golfer or simply enjoy playing the occasional round just to get outdoors, HME Crafted Holidays will tailor-make a golfing holiday to tell your friends about for years to come. Tour the Cape Peninsula, moving from one immaculate fairway to another on South Africa’s most picturesque golf estates, surrounded by rolling valleys, mountains and sea. Enjoy the privilege of playing world-class courses such as Pearl Valley, Erinvale and Paarl – designed by legends of the game, Jack…

In 1659 South Africa’s rich wine history began at Groot Constantia, and the Cape Winelands has remained the largest and most awarded wine-producing region in the country. On these grand estates stretching as far as the West Coast and Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, world-renowned wines are paired with gourmet cuisine and locally made delicacies like biltong (cured meat) chocolate and cheese. South African sparkling wine, Méthode Cap Classique, made in much the same way as French Champagne, can be tasted on a…

South Africa’s cultural influences from Africa, the Far East and Europe make the Rainbow Nation one of the most fascinating gastronomic destinations worldwide. Foodies have their pick from an endless supply of five-star establishments for fine dining, European-style bistros and more vivacious traditional eateries. Taste a smorgasbord of South African flavours, from Dutch and Cape Malay dishes to a traditional barbeque (“braai”) of locally sourced meats, or sample European haute cuisine prepared with a South African accent at award-winning restaurants…

At HME Crafted Holidays we realise that time is your most precious commodity and delicately manage all elements of your trip to the very last detail. Our concierge services gladly take care of time-consuming tasks, leaving you to enjoy your luxury holiday with complete abandon. From restaurant recommendations and reservations, to chauffeuring and running personal errands, we are committed to making your holiday experience unequivocally hassle-free. Request the services of a butler or a personal chef to prepare meals in…

At HME Crafted Holidays your well-being and comfort are our priority, which is why we customise your accommodation to suit your tastes, no matter how refined. It might be your wish to occupy a sea- or mountain-facing villa in cosmopolitan Camps Bay, or perhaps the complete privacy of a stately home nestled between the vineyards of the Cape Winelands is more to your taste. Maybe a quaint seaside abode on the charming West Coast is your ideal getaway, or you…