Day 1: (Thu)
Arrive Johannesburg
On arrival at Johannesburg
International Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The
rest of your day is at leisure for you to explore the wonderful shopping
experiences that this city has to offer. Many are in close proximity to your
hotel.
Day 2: (Fri) Johannesburg / Sun City (B)
This morning after a leisurely breakfast, you will be met and
transferred to Sun City on the Sun City shuttle transfer. The resort offers
entertainment for the whole family, from the exciting Sun City Casino &
Entertainment Complex, the Superbowl with outstanding rock concerts and
lavish extravaganzas, two championship golf courses, numerous other sporting
facilities, as well as a man-made wave pool and so much more!
Day 3: (Sat) Sun City (B)
The day may be spent at leisure to explore the complex and its many
facilities.
Day 4: (Sun) Sun City / Johannesburg
/ Cape Town (B)
After breakfast, board the scheduled shuttle transfer back to
Johannesburg International Airport, for your flight to Cape Town (own
account). On arrival at Cape Town International Airport you will be met and
transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to
explore this vibrant city.
Day 5: (Mon) Cape Peninsula (B)
The Cape Peninsula - a journey with incomp-arable scenery;
driving along the Atlantic seaboard, via Hout Bay on to the Cape of Good
Hope Nature Reserve and its scenic viewing point. Stop to visit the penguins
at Boulders Beach and the naval port of Simon's Town.
Day 6: (Tue) Cape Winelands (B)
Today you escape to the tranquillity and 'old worlde' charm of the
quaint towns of Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbsoch in the Cape Winelands.
Stopping along the way to sample wines at well-known estates.
Day 7: (Wed) Cape Town / Oudtshoorn (B)
We depart by 08h00 and travel via the town of Montagu on 'Route 62'
(South Africa's version of America's famous 'Route 66') to the pretty
village of Barrydale where we stop for tea at the Country Pumpkin
Restaurant. Then on to Oudtshoorn, known as the 'Feather Capital of the
World' thanks to its huge ostrich industry. After a fascinating tour of an
ostrich farm, we go underground to marvel at the icy formations in the Cango
Caves, regarded, for good reason, as one of South Africa's most spectacular
natural wonders. We overnight in Oudtshoorn.
Day 8: (Thu) Oudtshoorn / Knysna (BD)
We drive via the spectacular Outeniqua Pass to the town of George,
where we then continue on to Knysna in the best possible way - on board
the nostalgic steam train, the Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe. Upon arrival in Knysna
spend the rest of the day discovering the joys of the town's many art
galleries, craft shops and coffee bars.
Day 9: (Fri) Knysna (BL)
Cruise on the vast Knysna Lagoon, then visit the Featherbed Nature
Reserve. Enjoy an amazing view of the imposing sandstone 'Heads' which guard
the sea entrance to Knysna's huge tidal lagoon, and the forests, marshes and
pristine beaches surrounding it. After lunch spend the rest of the day
at leisure to enjoy this lovely and special town.
Day 10: (Sat) Knysna / Port Elizabeth (B)
We get to Port Elizabeth mid-afternoon, after a drive through the
glorious indigenous Tsitsikamma Forest. You will be dropped off at your
selected hotel. Spend the day at leisure, exploring the 'Friendly City' of
Port Elizabeth.
Day 11: (Sun) Port Elizabeth / Durban (B)
After breakfast, transfer to Port Elizabeth Airport for your flight
to Durban (own account). On arrival at Durban International Airport you will
be met and transferred to your hotel.
Day 12: (Mon) Durban (B)
Durban is a city of fascinating contrasts, shaped by the early Colonial
Settlers, the indigenous Zulu population and the Indians who arrived as
indentured labourers in the 19th Century. Visit Durban's newest and exciting
development - uShaka Marine World, for a day of complete escapism and
fun.
Day 13: (Tue) Durban / Kruger
National Park (B)
This morning transfer back to Durban International Airport for your
onward flight to Kruger (own account). On arrival at Kruger Mpumalanga
International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your Rest Camp.
Spend the next few days discovering the beauty of the African bush in an
open safari vehicle, looking out for the 'Big Five'.
Day 14: (Wed) Kruger National Park
(B)
After a dawn wake-up call, depart on another exciting game drive
spending a full day in the famous Kruger National Park region. This
incredible expanse of wilderness is unrivalled in its variety of wildlife.
Day 15: (Thu) Kruger National Park /
Johannesburg (B)
A last early morning game drive before transferring for your flight
to Johannesburg International Airport (own account) and your onward
connection, after experiencing all the highlights that South Africa has to
offer.