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A Taste of South AfricaA taste of South Africa...
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Save up to £150 per person if booking before 31st August 2009

10 days/7 nights from only £2095 per person

Summary
Experience a taste of South Africa on this outstanding tour of some of the country’s most famous sights. From the beautiful city of Cape Town, travel to the Cape Peninsula and the Winelands region, with its historic towns and scenic vineyards. The journey ends in the delightful coastal town of Knysna on South Africa’s picturesque Garden Route.

Itinerary...

Day 1 To Cape Town: Fly overnight from London to Cape Town with British Airways. (N)

Day 2 Cape Town: Arrive and take a short orientation tour, including a cable car ascent of Table Mountain (weather permitting). Transfer to the Cullinan Hotel for 2 nights. Afternoon at leisure. (N)

Day 3 Cape Peninsula: Full day tour of the Cape Peninsula, travelling along spectacular coastal roads to the Cape of Good Hope. Return via the penguin colony at Simon’s Town, Muizenberg and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. (B)

Day 4 To Cape Winelands: Morning at leisure to explore the Victoria & Albert Waterfront or take an optional excursion to Robben Island (£15 per person). Drive to Stellenbosch, the second oldest European settlement in South Africa, and stay 2 nights at The Spier Hotel. Optional activities include walks, a visit to the Cheetah Outreach Programme and a Cape African outdoor dining experience at Moyo Restaurant (£22 per person). (B)

Day 5 Cape Winelands: Full day tour to the Cape Winelands, travelling through the vineyard-filled valleys of Stellenbosch and Paarl. There will be two wine tastings and a cellar tour. (B)

Day 6 To Oudtshoorn: Travel over the Sir Lowry Pass and descend to the coast at Hermanus, where whales may be seen between July and November. Continue via Swellendam to Oudtshoorn, the ‘feather capital’, a reference to its pre-eminent position at the centre of the late Victorian fashion-led ostrich feather industry. Stay overnight at the Queens Hotel. (B)

Day 7 Garden Route: Morning visit to an ostrich farm. Afternoon tour of Oudtshoorn, including the ‘feather palaces’, and drive to Knysna. Stay 2 nights at Belvidere Manor/Knysna Quays overlooking the picturesque Knysna Lagoon. Optional dinner on board a Paddle Cruiser that travels to the Knysna Heads and back (payable locally). (B)

Day 8 Garden Route: This morning, take the ferry to the Featherbed Nature Reserve. Guided nature walk and outdoor buffet lunch. Afternoon tour along the Garden Route, visiting the luxury beach resort of Plettenberg Bay, the Tzitzikamma Forest and Stormsriver. (B, L)

Day 9 To Cape Town: Drive to Cape Town, travelling through the farmlands of the Overberg and Breede River Valley. Stop for lunch in Swellendam (payable locally) and take an optional visit to the Drostdy Museum. Fly back to London this evening with British Airways. (B)

Day 10 London: Early morning arrival. (N)

Departure dates and prices...

Departure-Return date Original Price (£) Single Supp
16 Jan 2009-25 Jan 2009 2045 345
13 Feb 2009-22 Feb 2009 2045 345
13 Mar 2009-22 Mar 2009 2045 345
10 Apr 2009-19 Apr 2009 2095 345
18 Sep 2009-27 Sep 2009 2145 345
09 Oct 2009-18 Oct 2009 2195 345
06 Nov 2009-15 Nov 2009 2245 345
18 Dec 2009-27 Dec 2009 2645 345
15 Jan 2010-24 Jan 2010 2145 345
12 Feb 2010-21 Feb 2010 2195 345
26 Feb 2010-07 Mar 2010 2195 345
12 Mar 2010-21 Mar 2010 2195 345

Pre and Post tour extensions...

Cullinan Hotel Extension

Cullinan Hotel Extension, 5 Days / 3 Nights, from £ 195

Cape Town is one of the world’s most spectacularly situated cities, and extending your stay here provides the opportunity to explore it at a leisurely pace.

Day 9 To Cape Town: Tonight you will return to Cape Town. Stay at the Cullinan Hotel for 3 nights. (B)

Days 10 & 11 Cape Town: Days at leisure or optional excursions. (B)

Day 12 To London: Afternoon transfer to the airport. Fly from Cape Town to London with British Airways. (B)

Day 13 London: Arrive. (N)

Meal Basis: (B) = Breakfast, (L) = Lunch, (D) = Dinner, (N) = No Meals

Note: This extension is available as a pre-tour at the same cost.

Mount Nelson, Cape Town Extension Mount Nelson, Cape Town Extension, 5 Days / 3 Nights, from £ 435

Cape Town is one of the world’s most spectacularly situated cities, and extending your stay here provides the opportunity to explore it at a leisurely pace. Over 100 years old and one of South Africa’s most famous hotels, the ‘Nellie’ is set in beautifully landscaped gardens at the foot of Table Mountain. Managed by Orient-Express, the hotel is well known for the sumptuous afternoon teas served in the lounge. The Planet Champagne Bar is a chic spot to enjoy evening cocktails.

Day 9 To Cape Town: Tonight you will return to Cape Town. Stay at the Mount Nelson Hotel for 3 nights. (B)

Days 10 & 11 Cape Town: Days at leisure or optional excursions. (B)

Day 12 To London: Afternoon transfer to the airport. Fly from Cape Town to London with British Airways. (B)

Day 13 London: Arrive. (N)

Meal Basis: (B) = Breakfast, (L) = Lunch, (D) = Dinner, (N) = No Meals

Note: This extension is available as a pre-tour at the same cost.

Shamwari Extension

Shamwari Extension, 4 Days / 2 Nights, from £ 795

South Africa is famous for its game viewing, and the malaria free Eastern Cape makes an excellent safari option. Set in 16,000 hectares of countryside along the Bushman’s River, Shamwari provides a luxury safari experience, with morning and evening game walks and drives looking for the ‘Big Five’ of lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant.

Day 9 To Shamwari: Transfer to Shamwari Private Game Reserve and stay 2 nights at the luxury Long Lee Manor. Bayethe or Riverdene Lodges can also be booked, subject to availability, for the same price. Afternoon game drive. (B, L, D)

Day 10 Shamwari: Big game viewing in open 4 x 4 vehicles with experienced guides. (B, L, D)

Day 11 To London: Morning game drive. After lunch, transfer to the airport. Fly from Port Elizabeth to London, via Johannesburg, with British Airways. (B, L)

Day 12 London: Arrive. (N)

Meal Basis: (B) = Breakfast, (L) = Lunch, (D) = Dinner, (N) = No Meals

Note: Upgrades to the de luxe Lobengula or Eagles Cragg Lodges are available.

Victoria Falls & Chobe Extension

Victoria Falls & Chobe Extension, 7 Days / 5 Nights, from £ 1395

Combining the majestic Victoria Falls with the spectacular game of Chobe National Park, this extension includes the highlights of both Zambia and Botswana. Chobe is only a short drive from the Victoria Falls and is home to the largest elephant herds in southern Africa.

Day 9 To Cape Town: Tonight you will return to Cullinan Hotel for 1 night. (B)

Day 10 To The Victoria Falls: Transfer to the airport and fly to Livingstone, via Johannesburg. Transfer to Hotel Zambezi Sun for 2 nights. (B)

Day 11 Victoria Falls: At leisure or optional excursions. (B)

Day 12 To Chobe: Drive to Muchenje Safari Lodge in Botswana for a 2 night stay. Afternoon game drive. (B, L, D)

Day 13 Chobe: Game viewing in Chobe by boat and 4 x 4 vehicle. (B, L, D)

Day 14 To London: Road transfer to Livingstone. Fly to London, via Johannesburg, with British Airways. (B)

Day 15 London: Arrive. (N)

Meal Basis: (B) = Breakfast, (L) = Lunch, (D) = Dinner, (N) = No Meals

Flight details
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Hotels

Queens Htel, Oudtshorn
The Queen's Hotel is situated next to the Ostrich Museum and within walking distance of local shops. The hotel consists of 24 twin and 16 double room all of which are en suite. The hotel has a swimming pool.

 

Belvidere Manor, Knysna
Belvidere Manor fronts onto the famous Knysna Lagoon, with breathtaking views of blue waters, forests and the Outeniqua Mountains beyond, a sheltered position with bird filled parklands and a gentle climate. The superb cuisine is a highlight of your stay, perfectly prepared and served in the gracious dining rooms furnished with fine Cape antiques. Tucked discreetly away at the heart of the Garden Route, Belvidere offers swimming, boating, fishing, beaches, forest and coastal walks and nature reserves.

 

The Cullinan Hotel, Cape Town
Cullinan Hotel is located near the entrance to the exciting V&A Waterfront, offering glorious views of Table Mountain, the sea and bustling harbour. Elegance and style is evident in the marbled foyer, with its majestic columns and lavish decor, rich furnishings and intricate metalwork. The guest rooms are spacious with luxury bathrooms and each full or partial views of either Table Mountain or the Waterfront. For the health conscious, the hotel has its own gym and, for those who prefer a fresh water dip to the cold Atlantic sea, the outdoor pool is ideal.

 

The Village at Spier, Stellenbosch
The Village at Spier is a 155-bed hotel situated only 15 minutes from the beaches of Gordon's Bay and the Strand and a 30 minute drive from central Cape Town. The rooms are clustered around six private courtyards, and each have their own swimming pool and entertainment area. The gardens have been landscaped to enhance the magnificent setting and Spier's many facilities include an 18 hole golf course, a riverside pub and four restaurants offered a variety of cuisine.

 

To discuss your holiday to South Africa contact our South Africa specialists Nathan or Alan on 01543 258631 or 0845 003 2211.  You can also book an appointment to visit our retail office on Boley Park in Lichfield, near the A38 and A51.  Contact us for more details

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