About Plates Tours | Professional Coach Tour Company in Cape Town, South Africa
A Trusted Tour Operator in Cape Town
Plates Tours is a registered transport operating business with a passion for helping locals and tourists explore South Africa comfortably and safely. Since 2005, we’ve built our reputation on professional service, reliable scheduling, and well‑maintained vehicles for every journey—whether it’s a single transfer or a full tour programme.
A Trusted Tour Operator in Cape Town
As an established tour operator in Cape Town, we support a wide range of travel needs—from private groups and families to corporates, schools, and travel partners. We pride ourselves on delivering a consistent travel experience focused on safety, courtesy, and comfort.
What We Do
We provide:
- Coach tours and local tours
- Charter hire and group transport
- Airport transfers and shuttle services
- Conference and event transport solutions
VISION
Establishing a brand name in the tourism industry that epitomizes excellence.
MISSION
Providing consistent, excellent service. Warm, courteous and friendly service. Professional transportation of guests in clean and well-maintained vehicles.
Our Story
The name “Plates” is derived from the surname of the owner, Deuden Plaatjies which means “plates”
when translated into English. Mr Plaatjies grew up in a rural community known as Eersterivier,
situated on the Stellenbosch wine route about 10km from the famous Spier Wine Estate. Deuden’s dream of
establishing his own passenger transport business developed at the age of 13 and throughout his high school career
it was this very dream that kept him motivated.
After completing grade 12, Deuden entered into higher education where he completed a Travel and Tourism Diploma Course
and later achieved his Tourist Guide Credentials at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology.
In 2005, the year Deuden completed his studies, Plates’ Coach Tours was born.