DETAILS

FULL LENGTH TOUR DESCRIPTION
Depart from the quayside on a tour of Port Elizabeth, the third largest port and fifth largest city in South Africa. When leaving the harbour, you will pass a 52-metre high memorial, the Campanile, built in 1923 in memory of the first British settlers who arrived in 1820. It is situated on the site where the settlers landed and contains a carillon of 23 bells.

Continue along the beachfront, stopping off at Shark Rock Pier for a photo-stop. From here, continue to Fort Frederick, a monument, which was named after Frederick, the Duke of York. You will also encounter the Donkin Memorial, a stone pyramid erected in memory of Sir Rufane Donkin's wife Elizabeth - Port Elizabeth was named after her.

On your way back to the ship, you will also stop at the Horse Memorial, passing St. George’s Cricket Ground en route. Other notable buildings include the Feather Market, the Library, the Post Office – and the City Hall, which underwent a major restoration program after it was seriously damaged by fire in 1977. The Old Mayor's Garden was rebuilt as an ornamental area. In front of the City Hall stands a replica of the Diaz Cross, which was erected on the coast at Kwaaihoek, where Bartholomew Diaz and his men first landed in 1488.
 
SHORT LENGTH TOUR DESCRIPTION
Take in the highlights of Port Elizabeth, the third largest port and fifth largest city in South Africa, on this easy orientation drive of the city and its surroundings.
 
TIMING BREAKDOWN
00:00 – 00:15 Drive along the beachfront to Shark Rock Pier passing the Campanile
00:15 – 00:30 Photo stop at Shark Rock Pier (if coach access is possible)
00:30 – 00:40 Drive to Fort Frederick
00:40 – 01:00 Photo stop with panoramic view over Algoa Bay, the harbour and the valley
01:00 – 01:10 Drive to Donkin Reserve
01:10 – 01:30 Photo stop including Pyramid Monument & Lighthouse with view of the historical old part of the city
01:30 – 01:35 Photo stop at the Horse Memorial, passing St. George’s Cricket Ground
01:35 – 02:00 Drive through the city centre, passing the Post Office, Feather Market, Library & City Hall
02:00 – 02:05 Photo stop at the City Hall
02:05 – 02:30 Return transfer to the ship along Govan Mbeki Avenue

Approximate duration: 2½ hours
 
OPERATIONAL NOTES
- Photo stop at Shark Rock Pier is subject to coach accessibility
- This tour is ideal for guests in wheelchairs and those with walking difficulties, as no walking is involved. These guests can remain on the coach at the photo stops
 

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