Cape Town & Beyond - January 2025

Discover Cape Town’s Creative Soul in 8 Unforgettable Days

Trip details:

Creative fields

Architecture & Interior Design, Culinary, Local Arts, Nature

The senses

Sight, Sound, Taste, Touch, Smell

What?

27th of Jan - 3rd Feb 2025 (7 nights), 8 guests.

Full trip details

Experience a curated week of exclusive access to South Africa's top architects, artists, designers, and chefs, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Cape Town, the Winelands, and the Whale Coast.

Spaces are limited. Request more information and book now to secure your place in this one-of-a-kind experience.

Focus

Celebrate South Africa’s creativity with exclusive access to its top talents. Explore Cape Town’s iconic architecture, visit studios like Pedersen + Lennard, and connect with inspiring artists and musicians who bring your journey to life. Experience the perfect blend of exploration and relaxation with scenic drives, farm-to-table dining, and boutique accommodations in stunning settings like Hout Bay and Stillwater Sanctuary. This carefully curated trip offers inspiration at every turn, leaving you recharged, connected, and creatively inspired.

“Cape Town is the creative pulse of Southern Africa, where breathtaking nature meets world-class cuisine, creating an inspiring environment like no other.”

Tom Clark

aēsplore Co-Founder

Where we stay

Stay at a boutique hotel in Hout Bay, surrounded by nature and stunning ocean views. Recharge with tranquil spaces, a pool, and outdoor yoga decks. End your journey at Stillwater Sanctuary in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, a masterpiece of design featuring private suites, curated local art, and serene outdoor spaces. This retreat is your sanctuary for reflection and connection.

Highlights

A Journey Through Design, Architecture & Cuisine: Explore Cape Town’s creative heartbeat with exclusive access to top studios, architectural gems, and local visionaries. Over eight unforgettable days, experience intimate encounters with designers and artists that bring South Africa’s vibrant culture to life.

Curated Experiences in Nature & The Winelands: Venture into the Cape Peninsula and Winelands, where creativity and nature collide. Savor world-class wines, enjoy artist-led dining, and unwind at stunning accommodations designed to inspire and recharge.

A Design Retreat to Unwind & Reflect End your journey at Stillwater Sanctuary, a serene retreat blending contemporary design with nature. Recharge with yoga, meditation, and time to reflect, leaving you inspired and renewed.

Inspiration

Experience the creative essence of Cape Town on an eight-day journey blending design, art, architecture, and cuisine. From intimate studio visits to cutting-edge architectural tours, every moment is crafted to inspire and engage. Savor farm-to-table meals, taste exceptional wines, and connect with visionaries shaping South Africa’s creative landscape. Travel from the vibrant streets of Cape Town to serene retreats surrounded by nature, offering the perfect mix of energy and tranquility. This is more than a trip—it’s an opportunity to discover, reflect, and reignite your creativity. Secure your place on this exclusive experience and leave inspired, renewed, and transformed.