Day 1: Arrive in Cape Town, Private Half Day City Tour

On arrival at Cape Town International Airport you will be met by your English speaking driver and transferred to your hotel for check-in.

You will then be taken on a half day City Orientation Tour to learn all about Cape Town’s rich history and vibrant cultures. Some of the highlight stops will be the beautiful Company Gardens and the Castle of Good Hope, a historical fort that is the oldest building in the country.

Do some shopping for African arts and crafts at the vibrant Green market Square and soak up the lively atmosphere.

You will also visit the colourful Bo Kaap area, previously known as the Malay Quarter - situated on the slopes of Signal Hill this is the spiritual home of Cape Town’s Muslim community. The area is most famous for its brightly painted houses making for lovely photos.

Then take a trip up Cape Town’s landmark and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Table Mountain. A 5-minute cableway ride takes you to the top of the mountain from where you will enjoy uninterrupted views over the city bowl and across the peninsula. * Please note, this activity is weather permitting & for your own account.

Enjoy the evening at leisure, there is plenty to explore on foot from your hotel, with a number of dining options within walking distance.

Overnight at Cape town

Day 2: Cape Town: Scheduled Full Day Cape Point tour

This morning after breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and taken on a tour of the beautiful Cape Peninsula.

Travel along the Atlantic Seaboard to Hout Bay, passing magnificent beaches and the coastal suburbs of Clifton, Camps Bay and Llandadno. From Hout Bay Harbour you have the option of a boat trip to Duiker Island (for your own account), to see the thousands of Cape Fur Seals living on this rocky outcrop. Browse for souvenirs at the Hout Bay Craft Market or take a walk on the beach and paddle your feet in the sea.

The tour continues over Chapman’s Peak, known as one of the most spectacular scenic drives in the world, all the way along the Peninsula, through the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and to the most southern tip at Cape Point. An invigorating walk takes you to the two lighthouses at the top and bottom of the headland, from where you will enjoy extraordinary views of the cliffs and the ocean below.

Lunch will be enjoyed at a seaside restaurant (for your own account) before you make our way along the False Bay coastline to the Naval suburb of Simon’s Town.

Visit the delightful African Penguins of Boulders Beach and then the drive takes us back via Cape Town’s coastal and southern suburbs for a final stop at the beautiful Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens.

Overnight at Cape Town.

Day 3: Cape Town

Today the whole day will be at leisure.

Overnight at  Cape Town.

Day 4: Cape Town - Knysna

Today head out of Cape Town on the N2 highway, travelling over Sir Lowry’s Pass and travel through apple country – the small towns of Elgin and Grabouw are South Africa’s biggest producers and exporters of apples and are also home to one of South Africa’s favourite soft drinks Appeltizer (carbonated 100% apple juice – give it a try!).

Travelling through the Overberg region which is also known as one of the Western Cape’s “bread baskets” – for the many wheat farms. There are also rolling canola field and sheep farms – look out for South Africa’s National Bird the Blue Crane often seen on the fields.

Other interesting places you will pass by and stop at depending on time and your interest include Albertinia (famous for its Aloe Ferox and skin care products) Mossel Bay (beautiful beaches and a very interesting museum), George (the commercial centre of the Garden Route) and Wilderness (lovely long beach and spectacular views).

Upon arrival in Knysna in the late afternoon, check into your hotel.

 Make your way to the Knysna Waterfront where you will embark on a cruise to the Knysna Heads on the John Benn, a boat steeped in history, named after a legendary pilot of a bygone era.

Enjoy a beautiful sunset and then spend the rest of the evening at your choice of restaurant at the Knysna Waterfront – seafood, pizza/pasta, steak, Chinese and sushi are some of the options available.

Overnight at Knysna.

Day 5: Full Day Oudtshoorn Tour

Today travel over the spectacular Outeniqua Mountain Pass to Oudtshoorn, you will notice a marked difference in terrain and vegetation once you have crossed over the mountain and into the semi-arid Klein Karoo region.

On arrival in the ‘Ostrich capital’ visit an Ostrich Farm for an informative tour to learn more about these flightless birds and the history of their farming in the area.

Then take a scenic 30 minute drive to the Cango Caves to explore this fascinating network of limestone rock formations. Experienced cave guides will take you through the caves on an easy hour long tour where you will get to know more about how these caves were formed, discovered and explored.

Last stop for the day is the Cango Wildlife Ranch an endangered species breeding centre where you see and interact with a variety of animal species, even Bengal Tigers!

Then travel back to Knysna for dinner either at your hotel, in the town or at the Waterfront again.

Overnight at Knysna.

Day 6: Knysna – George – Johannesburg – Sun City

Today you will be transferred to the George Airport for your flight to Johannesburg. On arrival at OR Tambo International Airport you will be met by our representative for your road transfer to Sun City.

Sun City is conveniently situated 2 hours from Johannesburg, this popular resort and casino complex offers a wealth of activities, entertainment and hotel options to suit all tastes. A unique holiday experience for all ages.

Check in at the hotel, explore the resort and enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants available.

After dinner you may choose to catch a movie, watch one of the glamorous cabaret productions or maybe try your luck at the slots.

Overnight at Sun city.

Day 7: Sun City

Enjoy the day at leisure to explore Sun City and all its activities and entertainment on offer. Things to do and places to visit:

Valley of the Waves water theme park (included in accommodation price)

Water world – wake board, water ski, jet ski, parasail, bumper boats (additional costs)

Gary Player Golf Course (additional costs)

Pilanesberg Game Drives (additional costs)

Crocodile Sanctuary (additional costs)

Maze of the Lost City (included in accommodation price)

Sun City Casino (free entrance)

Butterfly Sanctuary (included in accommodation price)

Bird & Tree Park (included in accommodation price)

Animal World (included in accommodation price)

Overnight: Sun City Cabanas (3*) or Soho Hotel (4*)

Day 8: Sun City - Johannesburg

After breakfast, depart for Johannesburg via a Private Gold Reef Tour (closed Mondays & Tuesdays) with exciting historical gold mining attractions.

The tour includes an introductory film and an underground mining tour. You will also get to see a bar of gold being poured.

After the tour you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in.

Overnight at Johannesburg.

Day 9: Johannesburg to Kruger

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight to Hoedspruit airport.

You will be met here for your transfer to Kapama Private Game Reserve.

On arrival at the lodge enjoy a welcome drink with check-in and settle into your suite.

After a decadent high tea you will then be taken on an afternoon open vehicle game drive on the reserve. The reserve is teeming with wildlife, both big and small, with over 40 different mammal species, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo) and 350 species of bird to be seen on game drives.

Return to the lodge in time for dinner and overnight.

Overnight at Kapama.

Day 10: Kruger - Game Drives

Your day at Kapama starts with an early morning wakeup call and after morning tea and coffee, set off at first light on a game drive.

Upon return you will served a hearty breakfast and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Relax on your private patio, read a book by the pool or fire or you may decide to be a little more energetic and join on of the rangers on bush walk. This is a unique and memorable experience allowing you to learn about the finer details of the bush such as the medicinal plants to be found and how to track an animal through their spore and scat.

Come back on time for dinner.

Overnight at kapama.

Day 11: Departure

Gear up for an early morning game drive.

 Later check out and depart on transfer to Hoedspruit airport for your onward flight back home via Johannesburg.