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DAY 6 Destination: Cape Town …………………………………………………………………………… Today you are able to get to know the city by booking an Optional City Tour Excursion Cape Town City Tour The centrally located Company’s Gardens were established by the Dutch East India Company in the 17th century to grow fruit and vegetables to supply its fleet, and to trade with the visiting Mariners. Here a variety of trees, shrubs and flowers are grown around the historical buildings, including the South African Parliament and the State President’s guest house, the “Tuinhuis”. The Bo-Kaap, formerly known as the Cape Malay Quarter, is situated on the slopes of Signal Hill. Founded in the 18th century it is characterised by mosques, brightly painted Georgian terrace houses and narrow cobbled streets. Most of the inhabitants are descendants of slaves from the East. The Bo Kaap Museum tells of the area’s history and Muslim heritage. A visit of Table Mountain is the highlight of any tour. However, this is weather permitting and the ticket is not inclusive. A rotating cable car only takes a few minutes to reach the summit of the 1086 metre high mountain, one of the best-known landmarks of South Africa. The circular walk around Table Mountain’s summit rewards visitors with breathtaking views of Cape Town and the surrounds. Alternatively you spend the day at your own leisure.