12 Nights Cape Town, Winelands,
Garden route and Kruger
GBP 1139 PP Valid 01 Sep – 31 Oct
The highlights of South Africa enjoy the Beautiful city of Cape Town, Wine tasting in the world class cellars of the Winelands, a leisurely drive along the garden route and the chance to see the Big 5 at one of Africa's finest and most famous Game Reserves.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrive Cape Town On arrival at Cape Town Airport, you are met and assisted
to collect your vehicle and head into Cape Town.
Day 2: Cape Town
Day at Leisure to spend exploring the 'Mother City' at your leisure,
we suggest a visit to the V&A Waterfront, Two Oceans Aquarium,
or take a Cable Car ride up Table Mountain.
Day 3: Cape Town - Stellenbosch
Travel to Stellenbosch, the second oldest town in South Africa, meandering
along the wine route. Stop at a few selected wine estates to sample
some of the wine produced in this area.
Day 4: Stellenbosch
Day at Leisure to experience the rich historical and cultural heritage,
while visiting quaint villages and sampling wines of merit at some
local well-known Wineries.
Day 5: Stellenbosch - Oudtshoorn
Depart Stellenbosch traveling towards Oudtshoorn, we suggest you travel
along the alternative road the famous 'Route 62'.
Route 62 is one of the most beautiful travel routes in South Africa,
as well as one of the least known and least traveled ones.
Travel through spectacular mountain passes, via Robertson, Worcester
and Franschhoek, make your way through the Huisrivier Pass, Ladismith,
Barrydale and on to the romantic village of Montagu. End your days
drive in Oudtshoorn, the ostrich-feather capital. Visit an Ostrich
show farm for an informative tour, or explore the Cango Caves, one
of the world's great natural wonders.
Day 6: Outshoorn - Knysna
Travel via George, nestled below the Outeniqua Mountains, over the
scenic Outeniqua Pass, to Knysna is one of the Southern Cape coasts
best known holiday destinations, situated between lush forests and
the shores of the peaceful lagoon.
Day 7: Knysna
Spend today exploring Knysna, it offers many activities and attractions
of a wide variety. The best known attraction in Knysna are the 'Heads',
two great sandstone cliffs guarding the mouth of the lagoon which
connects the estuary with the sea.
Day 8: Knysna - Hermanus
Head back to Hermanus, built along the shores of Walker Bay near the
Southern most tip of Africa. Magnificent mountains watch over the
town which is home of the Southern Right Whale. Nature lovers from
all over the world visit Hermanus to view these magnificent creatures
from the best land based whale watching destination in the world.
(July to November).
Day 9: Hermanus - Cape Town - Johannesburg
Departure from Hermanus and travel Westwards, via Gordons Bay and
Kleinmond back to Cape Town Airport in time for your flight to Johannesburg
On arrival at Johannesburg International Airport you are met and assisted
to the Car Hire Depot collect your vehicle and head into Johannesburg.
Day 10: Johannesberg - Hazyview
We suggest that you explore the Panorama Route today enroute to Hazyview.
The Panorama Route is one of the most beautiful travel destinations
in South Africa. It leads through the rugged mountain range of the
northern Drakensberg. The most spectacular stretch is the Blyde River
Canyon, which can be reached from Graskop via R532. Just a few kilometres
north a small loop road leads to God's Window, from where you will
enjoy a wonderful view on the Lowveld. The Canyon starts at Bourke's
Luck Potholes and ends at the Three Rondavels.
Day 11: Hazyview
After breakfast, head into the Kruger National Park and spend your
day game viewing in this unspoilt 20 000 square kilometre park. You
will have the opportunity to spot Africa's 'Big Five'. The world-renowned
Kruger National Park in South Africa offers a wildlife experience
that ranks with the best in Africa and the world. For an 'up close
and personal encounter', we highly recommend a safari in our open
vehicles.
Day 12: Hazyview
Full day to enjoy the area.
Day 13: Hazyview - Johannesburg
Head back to Johannesburg via Nelspruit, Waterval Boven and Witbank.
Return to Johannesburg International Airport in time to return your
hired car and check-in for your flight.
The highlights of South Africa enjoy the Beautiful city of Cape Town, Wine tasting in the world class cellars of the Winelands, a leisurely drive along the garden route and the chance to see the Big 5 at one of Africa's finest and most famous Game Reserves.