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CLASSIC CAPE TOWN, WINELANDS, GARDEN ROUTE & GAME DRIVES

Tailor Made Sample Itinerary No.1

Garden RouteA classic South Africa self-drive itinerary of great variety and scope, treating you to very comfortable accommodation throughout. Beginning with time to explore picturesque Cape Town and surrounds, drive via the scenic winelands and Klein Karoo semi-desert, down a mountain pass to the verdant and naturally beautiful Garden Route with its indigenous forests, fynbos flora, dramatic sea cliffs, estuaries and sweeping beaches with the opportunity to see dolphins and whales in season (Jun-Oct). End your holiday at the exclusive Gorah Elephant Camp for a stylish safari experience with 'Out of Africa' feel.

 Day 
  1. Depart London.
  2. Arrive Cape Town. Tfr hotel.  At leisure. Optional excursions e.g. Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Robben Island, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Camps Bay etc. O/n Four Rosmead, BB.
  3. Day to enjoy Cape Town and surrounds.  Optional excursions e.g. Cape Peninsula Tour, Boulders Beach. O/n Four Rosmead, BB
  4. Another morning in Cape Town if desired. Hire car delivered to the hotel. Self-drive to Franshhoek. O/n le Quartier Francais, BB
  5. Enjoy a tour of the local wineries in this beautiful setting. O/n Le Quartier Francais, BB.
  6. Today self-drive the scenic route to Oudtshoorn. O/n Thorntree, BB
  7. You might like to explore the Klein Karoo this morning, then make the short, winding drive down the Outeniqua Pass to Knysna. O/n Belvidere Manor, BB.
  8. Morning excursion across Knysna Lagoon to Featherbed Nature Reserve. Afternoon at leisure. O/n Belvidere Manor, BB.
  9. Today make the short drive to beautiful Plettenberg Bay. O/n Cottage Pie, BB.
  10. Day at leisure in Plettenberg Bay. Optional activities include exploring Tsitsikamma, whale-watching in season (Jul-Oct). O/n Cottage Pie, BB.
  11. Day at leisure in Plettenberg Bay. Optional activities include hiking in the wild Robberg Nature Reserve with stunning views to the ocean. O/n Cottage Pie, BB.
  12. Today drive to Gorah's private concession of  Addo Elephant National Park.  Stop enroute to see Storms River Mouth. O/n Gorah Elephant Camp, FI.
  13. Enjoy safari drives and other game activities in Addo Elephant National Park and Gorah's private concession from this wonderful safari lodge. O/n Gorah Elephant Camp, FI.
  14. Another day of safari experiences in Addo Elephant National Park and Gorah's private concession. O/n Gorah Elephant Camp, FI.
  15. Drive to Port Elizabeth airport and drop off the hire vehicle. Depart Port Elizabeth. Connect in Johannesburg to London.
  16. Arrive London.

 

 

2012 Prices  

From £2635 per person sharing double/twin rooms and including international flights. 

Please contact us for a definitive quote based on your requirements.

NB: Flights are based on South African Airways direct to Cape Town, returning from Port Elizabeth via Jo'burg.  Cheaper flights may be possible - usually with more connections - by using other airlines.  We can quote based on any airline and will be pleased to discuss the options. 

 

THE MEANING OF TAILOR MADE

Our tailor-made tours offer full date flexibility and freedom of choice regarding locations and content (subject to logistics and availability).  The above itinerary is a good example of what is possible but can be altered and/or extended to suit your individual preferences.  Please contact us by email or telephone to discuss your requirements and one of our friendly and expert travel consultants will be pleased to design your perfect itinerary.

 

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