Day 1: Overnight Flight
One country with a world of treasures, South Africa
awaits your arrival. Breathtaking mountain scenery,
winding coastlines, remarkable cultural diversity and
abundant wildlife in its natural habitat comprise this
incredible experience.
Day 2: Arrive Johannesburg - Sandton, South Africa
Your journey begins in Sandton, a city established in
1969. Famous for its rich veins of gold and other
valuable minerals, it is now the bustling
cosmopolitan centre of greater Johannesburg.
Gather this evening with your fellow travellers for a
welcome dinner. Today dinner will be included.
Day 3: Sandton - Soweto - Sandton
Today, your Tour
Manager will help you discover the origin and
history of the language(s) you will experience
on your tour along with key words and phrases
that will enhance your experience.
A guided
tour of Soweto, SouthWest Township, showcases
luxurious mansions and informal settlements as you
learn about the historic significance of the area. Experience the regional lifestyle when joining
locals for lunch at a nearby Shebeen or house
tavern. This afternoon, visit the Apartheid Museum
for a look into the dynamic history of racial
segregation in South Africa.
Today breakfast and lunch will be included.
Day 4: Panoramic Route - Kruger National Park
Travel through the spectacular Drakensburg Mountain
Range en route to Kruger National Park, the largest
game reserve in SouthAfrica. Scenic wonders
surround you as you pass through the Blyde River
Canyon,made mostly of red sandstone and known as
one ofAfrica's greatest natural wonders. Set against
the triplet mountain formation of the Three
Rondovals, resembling traditional round houses of the
indigenous people, the canyon is the third largest in
the world. Along this magnificent route you will also
see Bourke’s Luck Potholes, the dramatic natural
cylinders shaped by millions of years of natural
erosion caused by fast flowing sand-filled waters.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 5: Kruger National Park - Safari Game Drive
Have your cameras ready for an unforgettable day of
adventure and excitement. Start your day with
an open air vehicle safari game drive. A local
expert leads you in search of the Big 5;
elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and rhino; and
provides insight into these fascinating animals
along the way. Watch carefully, you may also see
a graceful impala, dazzling zebra or gorgeous giraffe.
Return mid-morning for time to relax before a late
afternoon game drive searching for the Big 5.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 6: Kruger National Park - Johannesburg - Port Elizabeth
Travel back to Johannesburg to board your flight to
Port Elizabeth, one of South Africa's major ports.
Founded in 1820 as a place to house British settlers,
this coastal town is the gateway to the Garden
Route, a scenic stretch of coastline set between
mountain ranges and the Indian Ocean.
Today breakfast will be included.
Day 7: Port Elizabeth - Kynsna
Journey through the Tsitsikamma Forest, a natural
gem along the Garden Route. Known for its gorges
and steep cliffs, the indigenous forest is home to
hundreds of species of birdlife. Continue along the
southern coast where a jagged shoreline meets
quaint villages. Arrive in the picturesque resort town
of Knysna, in the heart of the Garden Route. This
afternoon, your township tour will highlight the
diversity of this community followed by a touching
experience as you visit a school. Learn about the
efforts of the Collette Foundation and the local
community to conquer the challenges of educating
the children of the region. Enjoy a relaxing dinner at
one of Knysna's waterfront restaurants.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 8: Kynsna
Today you visit nearby Featherbed Nature Reserve.
Begin with a lagoon cruise out to the famous Knysna
Heads which mark the entrance to the lagoon. Next,
board a 4x4 vehicle and travel deep into the forest.
Discover the local flora and fauna during a leisurelypaced
nature walk. Enjoy lunch amongst the ancient
milkwood trees, so called because of their white latex
sap, before your return cruise. The remainder of the
day is at leisure for you to independently explore
Knysna’s charming waterfront.
Today breakfast and lunch will be included.
Day 9: Kynsna - Oudtshoorn - Cape Town
Travel to Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of South
Africa. Enjoy a guided tour of one of the oldest
working ostrich farms in the area and, if you
wish, go for a ride on one of these great birds. An outdoor barbecue lunch caps off an amazing day.
Next, you journey to captivating Cape Town.
Today breakfast and lunch will be included.
Day 10: Cape Town
A panoramic tour of the beautiful harbour side city
of Cape Town celebrates its noted architecture which
fuses the traditions of French, German and Dutch
influences. Enjoy a thrilling ride on a cable car as it
whisks you to an altitude of more than 3,000 feet,
landing atop the aptly named and flat-topped Table
Mountain. The views below of Cape Town, Robben
Island, and Lion’s Head will leave you breathless.
Return to the city via Table Bay, passing through the
Malay Quarter with its mosques and minarets, and
stopping at the Milnerton Lighthouse. The remainder
of the day is at leisure for you to discover charming Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, known for its shopping and entertainment
venues. Today breakfast will be included.
Day 11: Cape Town
Explore the coastal scenery and charming towns that populate the Cape
Peninsula. Travel out to Cape Point, stopping for a visit with the penguins at
Boulder Beach. On your return, explore the fascinating and famous
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, home to over 5,000 species of plants native
to South Africa. Today breakfast will be included.
Day 12: Cape Town
Discover the enchanting beauty of the famous CapeWinelands region with its
colourful mountainous landscape and endless vineyards. Visit local wine farms
and learn about the history of wine making in this region while you enjoy
sampling some of the local wines. Return to Cape Town this afternoon. This evening, experience a unique farewell to Africa as you enjoy an after-hours guided tour of the fascinating African Gold Museum,
followed by a traditional African dining experience. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 13: Cape Town - Depart For Home
Your tour ends today in Cape Town. Today breakfast will be included.
Day 14: Arrive UK
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