Day 1: Johannesburg
On your arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check- inanda short briefing with your fellow travellers.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel by Marriott OR Tamboor similar incl. breakfast
Day 2: Hazyview
This morning we leave for Mpumalanga, dropping several hundred feet into the lush Lowveld. Travel along the Panorama Route visiting the view sites of the Blyde River Canyon, God'sWindow, The Three Rondavels and Bourke's Luck Potholes before heading to Hazyview. Accommodation: Hippo Hollow Country Estateor similar incl. breakfast
Day 3: 05 July 2022 – Alice Springs to Kings Canyon (B)
Today is a nearly start in order to experience the wonders of exploring Kruger National Park in our closed touring vehicle.Spend a morning searching for the Big Five in the famous Kruger National Park, which supports the largest variety of wild life species on the African continent. Keep a lookout for the wonderful flora and bird life that abounds. Return to the hotel for afternoon at leisure.
Accommodation: Hippo Hollow Country Estate or similar incl. breakfast
Day 4: Lobamba
After breakfast, departfore Swatini (formerly Swaziland). Proceed south to Malalane and on toe Swatini where you will visit Matsamo Cultural Village. An interactive cultural experience introduce sus to the charming people of eSwatini and their traditions.
Accommodation: Mantenga Lodge or similar incl. breakfast
Day 5: Hluhluwe
This morning we journey through Swaziland into Zululand and into the Kingdom of KwaZulu-Natal where ancient traditions and modern cultures of both Zulu and Settler have combined, living in peace and harmony. Arrive in the Umfolozi region for your overnight stay.
Accommodation: A new Hotel Hluhluwe or similar incl. breakfast
Day 6: Durban
Guests have the opportunity to take an optional morning boat cruise (optional and own account) or simply soak up the atmosphere of this tourist town St Lucia before heading towards Durban. An orientation tour introduces us to his vibrant seaside city.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel Umhlanga Ridge or similar incl. breakfast
Day 7: Southern Drakensberg
After a leisurely breakfast we head into the majestic Southern Drakensberg Mountains. Proceed on a visit to the 300 foot high Howick Falls, continuing through the Southern Midlands Meander Route, arriving a tour hotel with afternoon at leisure.
Accommodation: Drakensberg Garden Resort or similar incl. breakfast
Day 8: 10 Southern Drakensberg
Day at leisure to soak up the surroundings of the magnificent Southern Drakensberg Mountains. Today a host of optional leisure activities await you.
Accommodation: Drakensberg Gardens Resort or similar incl. B&D
Day 9: East London
This morning we continue south to the Eastern Capeentering the fourth of the provinces and the birth place of Nelson Mandela (fondly known as Madiba). Enroute we see the old traditional way of life in the homeland area known as the Transkei and stop for lunch (own account) outside the capital of Umtata. We continue via Nelson Mandela ’s birth place and house, arriving late afternoon a tour accommodation in East London.
Accommodation: Southern Sun Heming ways or similar incl. B&D
Day 10: Stormsriver
Today we continue south to the Tsitiskamma Forest.
Accommodation:Tsitsikamma Village Inn or similar incl. breakfast
Day 11: Knysna
Journey to wards the Cape with a visit to the Tsitsikamma Forest, which provides scenic walking opportunities. A short walk to the Storms River Mouth offers great views of the gorge and river below. Arrive in Knysna.
Accommodation: Premier Hotel The Moorings or similar incl. B&D
Day 12: Mossel Bay
After breakfast, travel in land over the spectacular Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn, known as the 'feather capital of the world' because of its ostrich industry. Visit a working ostrich farm and then explore the famous Cango Caves with their magnificent drip stone formations of stalactites and stalagmites. Continue to Mossel Bay for a visit of the famous Post Office Tree, the Bartholomeus Diaz Museum and Shell Museum.
Accommodation: Diaz Hotel & Resort or similar incl. breakfast
Day 13: Cape Town
After breakfast, we head for Cape Town via the towns of Swellendam, Robert son and Worcester. After travelling through the Huguenot Tunnel, the iconic Table Mountain greets us as we arrive in Cape Town in the afternoon.
Accommodation: Sunsquare Cape Town Gardens or similar incl. breakfast.
Day 14: Cape Town
Enjoy a day at leisure in the 'Mother City' with time to explore this beautiful city with its many attractions.
Accommodation: Sunsquare Cape Town Gardens or similar incl. breakfast
Day 15: End of Itinerary
Transfer to Cape Town airport.
