Highlights of South Africa ~ 8 Nights / 9 Days
OVERVIEW
This is one of our most popular tours and the itinerary is perfect for families, or travellers who prefer five-star hotels and resorts in great locations. Your stay in Cape Town will be in an Urban Resort located in the lively V&A Waterfront, a working harbour offering countless restaurants & cafés, designer boutiques, water taxis and sunset cruises. The Winelands in contrast will let you experience open spaces in a gorgeous boutique hotel with sublime views over the Franschhoek valley. Another wonderful highlight of this tour, is going on Safari in a reserve located within the greater Kruger park vicinity with open fences into the Kruger National Park which provide a larger area for migrating animals to roam and in turn offers mile upon mile of ‘open bush’ for you to explore with your Tracker. If preferred for family’s we can change the safari to the Madikwe Game Reserve, a ‘malaria free’ zone that offers outstanding game viewing and the refinement of staying in a luxurious African lodge.
Who will enjoy this tour ~ This tour is all about well-located luxury hotels with resort style pools, large open spaces, trendy dining venues and decadent Spas. Ideal for families, friends, or couple’s looking for a getaway break as this tour can be easily adapted from family accommodation to romantic deluxe rooms for two...
Day 1 – 3: Luxury 5*Urban Resort
Spend three nights in the heart of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in South Africa's most vibrant and urbane resort. On arrival at your hotel, we have arranged that your room will be ready the moment you step through the door, especially for those early morning flight arrivals.
Your time will be spent exploring the V&A and this bustling harbour and taking some time to relax poolside with a glass of wine in hand. The resort offers a wonderful Kids Club if you would like your little ones entertained whilst you enjoy a Spa treatment or a late-night dinner for two.
On day two we have a private half day city tour and weather permitting a trip in one of the revolving cable cars to the top of Table Mountain. The views from the top give a perspective of Cape Town, the Atlantic coastline, Robben Island and the city bowl. For dinner we have reservations at a city bistro that focuses on fresh local ingredients and if the evening is warm, al fresco dinning is possible (B+D)
Day three sees a full day of touring, with a private vehicle and driver that is yours for the day. This tour includes a scenic drive along the Atlantic seaboard, passing through world renowned beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay with photo opportunities on the famous Chapman’s Peak. We include the Cape Point Nature reserve where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet, plus a visit to Boulders Beach to meet the little African penguin colony. If time allows, we include a stop in Simonstown, a picturesque naval base. The drive back to Cape Town takes us through quaint fishing villages and the Constantia estates (B).
Day 4 – 5: Luxury 5*Boutique Hotel
A few days are spent in the French Huguenot village of Franschhoek, with centuries-old vineyards and Cape Dutch architecture. The Huguenot Memorial Museum and neighbouring monument honour the area’s French settlers, who arrived in the 17th and 18th centuries.
With Franschhoek being a foodie destination, we have included a fun day on the Winelands Tram Hoping on and Off exploring a few wine estates and eateries. A highlight being enjoying a gourmet picnic sitting under ancient oak trees taking in the views of sprawling vineyards, with a chilled bottle of Chenin Blanc (B + L).
Day 6 – 8: Luxury 5*Lodge
For your safari experience, you can choose a family lodge situated in the Great Kruger region or lodge in the Madikwe Game Reserve – a malaria free reserve close 3 hours from Johannesburg. Both reserves are regarded as conservation areas offering the Big Five. Accommodation options range from self-contained family lodges, to deluxe suites for two.
Daily games drives are included in your three-night stay; the first in the early morning to catch the sun rising over the African plains and sunset drives to hear the call of the night as the hunting prides and packs start their evening tracking and stalking their prey.
Delicious meals are included throughout, with a full English breakfast after your morning safari. Time then allows for a nap, or a Bush Spa treatment, or one can just to relax by the pool before a light luncheon and afternoon tea is served. Early evening sees the next adventure on safari with sundowners served in the bush, followed by a three-course dinner on returning to the lodge.
Depending on the weather you might experience dinner set up in a dry river bed, or in the boma sitting around the fire (Incl.)
Day 9:
You have the option to do one more early morning game drive, followed by breakfast before departing to Johannesburg. Depending on which reserve you are staying, there will either be a charter flight or a road transfer to Johannesburg.
“A journey begins with the people you meet and ends with the memories of experiences you’ve shared.” The Royal Madikwe
Rates are Per Person, based on two adults sharing throughout.
Starting From: USD7475.00
Subject to availability
50% single supplement applies
Year round (excluding 15 Dec – 15 Jan)
Subject to availability
INCLUSIONS
- Three nights’ accommodation in Cape Town
- Two nights’ accommodation in Franschhoek
- Three nights’ accommodation on Safari
- Full English Breakfast daily
- Dinner in Cape Town at a one of the city’s top bistros
- Winelands Hop-On Tram experience
- Winelands Gourmet Picnic
- All meals and refreshments whilst on Safari, plus two gaming activities per day
- Internal flights as indicated (economy class charter flights)
- Private Tours as indicated including entrance fees
- Private transfers
**We are happy to assist with special requests, adjustments or add-ons to this tailor-made tour, please chat to us**
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