GENERAL INFO
- Country Quickfacts
- Things to know before you go
- Arrival Guide
- South African Trivia
- Phrases and Words in 4 of the official languages
- Frequently Asked Questions
TRAVEL IDEAS
- Cape Town, 4 days
- Cape Gourmet, 8 days
- Cape Winelands, 3 days
- Johannesburg, 3 days
- Beautiful Knysna, 3 days
- Beach, Wildlife and Culture, 10 days
- Panorama's Best, 3 day
- Sun City, 3 days
- Durban North - Umhlanga, 3 days
- Route of the African Sun, 9 days
- Splendours of the Cape, 10 days
- Winelands & Wildlife, 10 days
- Ultimate South Africa, 13 days
- Kruger Park Adventure, 3 days
- Southern Circuit, 11 days
- Zululand Spectacular, 6 days
FAMILY FRIENDLY HOLIDAYS
- Adventures in Nature, 7 days
- Little Paws, 8 days
- Cape Wildlife Family Adventure, 12 days
- The Big 7, 9 days
UNIQUE SMALL GROUPS
- Magnificent Garden Route, 4 days
- Buffalo Rock Tented Safari, 3 days
- Zulu Culture, Big Game & Safari, 3 days
- A World in One Country, 14 days
HOLIDAY OF A LIFETIME
- Magic of Africa, 20 days
- Middle East Treasures, 21 days
AFRICAN TRAIN JOURNEYS
- The Blue Train, South Africa
- Rovos Rail, South & East Africa (Itineraries)
- Shongololo Express, Southern Africa
EXCLUSIVE GAME LODGES
SELF DRIVE
- Car Rental
- Eastern Cape, Bush and Karoo, 9 days
- Garden Route, Winelands & Whales, 7 days
- Kwa-zulu Natal, Beach & Bush, 7 days
- Scenery, Culture & Game, 7 days
STAYS OF DISTINCTION
- 15 On Orange
- Cape Grace Hotel
- The Grace Hotel
- Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
- Oyster Box
- Palace of the Lost City
- Pezula
- Saxon Hotel
- Table Bay Hotel
- Taj Cape Town
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South Africa - Unique Small Groups
Magnificent Garden Route
4 days
Cape Town to Port Elizabeth (or v.v)
The Garden Route is legendary for its awesome natural beauty. From Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, this tour journeys across spectacular mountain passes and along a pristine coastline boasting some of South Africa's top resorts.
Day 1. Cape Town to Oudtshoorn. (Wed)
Early morning departure via the town of Montagu on 'Route 62' (South Africa's version of the famous 'Route 66') to the pretty village of Barrydale where we stop for tea (own account). Then onto Oudtshoorn, known as the 'feather capital of the world'. After a tour of an ostrich farm, continue to our Oudtshoorn hotel.
Oudtshoorn Inn or similar
Day 2. Oudtshoorn to Knysna. (Thurs)
his morning go underground to marvel at the icy formations in the Cango Caves, regarded as one of South Africa's most spectacular natural wonders. Then drive via the spectacular Outeniqua Pass to the visually stunning town of Knysna. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. (BD)
Knysna Hollow (2 nights)
Day 3. Knysna. (Fri)
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. (BL)
Day 4. Port Elizabeth. (Sat)
We get to Port Elizabeth mid afternoon, after a drive through the glorious indigenous Tsitsikamma Forest. The tour ends at the airport or at a central hotel. (B)
Note: Extensions to the above tour are available, as well as various other optional day excursions, please enquire for details.
DEPARTURES:
Wednesdays from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth or Sundays from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town.
PRICES:
Exchange rates differ from time to time. For the most up-to-date prices of this holiday idea please fill out our Africa Travel Quote form. We will do all possible to respond back to you within 24 hours.
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Accommodation with private facilities as described or similar,
- baggage handling,
- meals as indicated by BLD,
- sightseeing as indicated in itinerary,
- taxes and entrance fees.
Transportation: Tour in air-conditioned micro-bus or 18-seater mini-bus.
Accommodation: Based on "Moderate Class".
