Essence of Qatar & South Africa with Airfare

Board your overnight flight to Doha this evening.

Upon arrival in Doha, please make your way to your connecting flight to Cape Town.

On your arrival, a warm and friendly African welcome awaits you! Our local representative will be ready to assist and guide you through the airport to the waiting vehicle that will be transporting you to the Sun Square Cape Town City Bowl. Spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure. Cape Town is historically, culturally, and visually, the most diverse, breathtakingly scenic, and vibrant city you will have had the pleasure of visiting. Known fondly as the Mother City, Cape Town has everything for the curious traveler who enjoys the good life in all its colors and guises. From exquisite wine farms in magnificent green settings to a long and captivating history and architecture, there'll be little doubt in your mind why it's voted one of the world's finest cities to visit.

Today you will be picked up from your hotel for a Half Day Cape Town City tour. No visit to Cape Town is complete without a tour of the "Mother City". Take a cable car to the summit of the legendary Table Mountain, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, (own account and weather permitting) with views of the City and surrounding layout of this southernmost tip of Africa.

You drive to Camps Bay, an affluent oceanside suburb of Cape Town, boasting a magnificent white sandy beach and once the hunting ground of Lord Charles Somerset. Wind your way along through Clifton, an exclusive residential area, home to some of the most expensive real estate in South Africa before meandering through Sea Point, the first 'commuter suburb' of Cape Town and now a recognized Orthodox Jewish community. En route, you will see the sweeping silhouette of the Cape Town Stadium before passing down Adderley Street considered the main street of the central business district.

The City Hall located on the Grand Parade is up next. Nelson Mandela made his first public speech after his release from the balcony of Cape Town City Hall. Drive past the Castle of Good Hope, a Provisional Heritage Site. The Castle of Good Hope was originally built as a maritime replenishment station and is the oldest surviving colonial building in South Africa!

You then pass Charly's Bakery, home of Charly's Cake Angels, stars of the Food Network Show before hearing a brief history of District Six en-route to a visit at the Company Gardens. The public section of the garden is enjoyed for its sheer floral beauty as well as its historical setting. It is bordered by numerous landmarks including the Slave Lodge, present-day Houses of Parliament, and St George's Cathedral, the seat of the Anglican church in South Africa.

You hear about Greenmarket Square, the location for the well that was once the town's main water supply during summer months when streams from Table Mountain dried up, before a visit to the Noon Gun where you witness the historic time signal and learn more about the history of the Bo-Kaap and its people as you move up the cobblestoned hills to the Malay Quarter, and marvel at the ice-cream colors of the quaint Bo-Kaap homes.

Your final stop. A jewelry showroom where you meet a master diamond cutter and witness the process of cutting and polishing a diamond. You may even witness the rare opportunity of pouring of a gold bar!

This morning you will be collected from your hotel for your full-day peninsula tour. Drive along the exquisite stretch of coastline known as Millionaire's Paradise - from Clifton to Camps Bay, to the exclusive beach hamlet of Llandudno - towards the charming working harbor of Hout Bay. Wind along the legendary Chapman's Peak Drive, hugging the cliffs and relishing the breath-taking ocean views, before visiting the wild and beautiful Cape of Good Hope Section of the Table Mountain National Park, an integral part of the world-renowned Cape Floral Kingdom.

After lunch (own account), you meander along the coast and end your day at the penguin colony at Boulder's Beach, where you get to watch these entertaining, waddling characters before returning to Cape Town late this afternoon.

Today is at your leisure to relax and explore the 'Mother City' on your own. Why not book one of the many optional excursions available?

This morning after breakfast, you will be transferred back to Cape Town International Airport for your onward flight to Hoedspruit Airport

Once you have arrived, a local representative will be waiting to escort you to your vehicle that will be transferring you to Kapama Private Game Reserve. Time permitting, enjoy an afternoon game drive in the reserve before returning to your lodge in time for a delicious dinner.

Today's start just before sunrise, with a 2-3 hour game drive. Afternoon game drives fade into sundowners, and end with a drive in the dark, where nocturnal animals, for example, the bush baby, may be spotted. Beautiful views over the bush, and the feeling that you are truly in the middle of nowhere, with miles and miles of bush and animals surrounding you, captivate the imagination, and there are frequently surprises around almost every corner.

Continue exploring the bush with your included morning and afternoon game drives.

One final day to spend discovering the many species that call Kapama Private Game Reserve home.

Today, head out on your last game activity in hopes of that extra special sighting. Return to camp for a delightful breakfast before you are transferred back to Hoedspruit Airport for your onward flight to Johannesburg.

Connect to your flight to Doha in Johannesburg.

Welcome to Qatar! We are delighted you have chosen to visit the beautiful country of Qatar and will ensure you start your journey off right. Our local representative will meet you airside on the aerobridge / at the aircraft with a signboard with your name on it. Once you have been identified, you will be escorted through passport and immigration to the baggage claim area to collect your bags (porterage is included in the rate). You will then be escorted into the arrivals hall and assisted to your onward transfer.

This afternoon is at leisure to begin exploring Doha at your own pace.

This morning, embark on your half-day tour of Doha. After pick up from your hotel, you'll discover the unique heritage of Downtown Doha as you wander through the vibrant labyrinth of alleyways of Souq Waqif. View modern-day Doha's towering iconic architecture as you drive along the Corniche, Doha's iconic waterfront where the azure waters of the Arabian Gulf provide the setting to the city's impressive skyline. We then proceed to Katara Cultural Village which is the largest cultural project in Qatar. Experience the cultures of the world with beautiful theatres, concert halls, exhibition galleries, and cutting-edge facilities. Next, head to The Pearl-Qatar, a man-made island with luxury accommodation, high-end shopping, and fine dining. Marvel at superyachts as you stroll along the marina, chic boutiques, and luxury car dealerships in a setting inspired by the architecture of the Middle East and the Mediterranean before heading back to your hotel.

Today is totally free and at leisure. You can take advantage of any of the optional activities. Why not visit one of Doha's excellent museums or venture into the surrounding desert and discover Qatar's rich history.

Following breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight to North America.