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Purchase Deadline: Oct 16, 08 - Thu
Enjoy 1 night Johannesburg, 1 night Pilgrims Rest, 2 nights in Kruger NP, 1 night in Swaziland, 1 night in Zululand, 1 night in Durban, 2 nights in Knysna, 1 night in Oudtshoorn and 3 nights in Cape Town on this escorted South Africa Tour.
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| Package Includes |
Roundtrip flight into Johannesburg: returning from Cape Town
Hotel transfer in Johannessburg
Airport transfer in Cape Town
13-night hotel accommodations
Flight Durban to Port Elizabeth
Airport transfer in Johannesburg
Escorted sightseeing by luxury coach throughout
Meals as noted on itinerary
Mandated Fuel Surcharges
Package price excludes airport taxes and fees
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| Vacation Package Itinerary |
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Day 1: (Friday) Depart United States, overnight flight
Day 2: (Saturday) Overnight flight
Day 3: (Sunday) Johannesburg
Touch down at Johannesburg International Airport where you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the magnificent suburban shopping malls or take an optional Johannesburg City Tour (own account).
Accommodation: Protea Hotel Wanderers or similar.
Day 4: (Monday) Pretoria / Mpumalanga
Arrivals through October 31, 2008
Leave Johannesburg's distinctive skyline and head for Pretoria, South Africa's capital city. Marvel at this country's miraculous transformation while visiting the Voortrekker Monument, regarded as a shrine to the Afrikaaner community. On to the world famous Premier Diamond Mines, which produced Africa's biggest diamond, the Cullinan, from which the Great Star of Africa was cut to grace the scepter of the British Crown Jewels. After lunch we leave for Mpumalanga, dropping several hundred feet into the lush subtropical region of the Lowveld.
Accommodation: The Royal Hotel or similar (BLD)
Arrivals from November 1, 2008
Leave Johannesburg's distinctive skyline and head for Mpumalanga, dropping several hundred feet into the lush tropical region of the Lowveld. We travel via the historic towns of Witbank, Dullstroom and Lydenburg, passing over the famous Long Tom Pass onto the small town of Sabie. This afternoon explore the living history in the form of Pilgrim's Rest, the old mining village where gold was first discovered.
Accommodation: The Royal Hotel or similar (BLD)
Day 5: (Tuesday) The Lowveld and The Kruger National Park
Arrivals through October 31, 2008
Explore living history at of Pilgrim's Rest, the old mining village where gold was first discovered; gasp at the glory of God's Window, a boundless view of mountains and fertile plains, and visit the spectacular Blyde River Canyon, one of the natural wonders of Africa. We arrive at our Kruger National Park camp in time for a welcome sundowner (own account) in the African bushveld.
Accommodation: Kruger Rest Camp or similar (BD)
Arrivals from November 1, 2008
This morning gasp at the glory that is God's Window, a boundless view of forested mountains and fertile plains, and visit the spectacular Blyde River Canyon, one of the natural wonders of Africa. We arrive at our overnight hotel in time for a welcome sundowner (own account).
Accommodation: Kruger Rest Camp or similar (BD)
Day 6: (Wednesday) A full day's Big Five game viewing in Kruger National Park
Set off before breakfast in open safari vehicles in search of lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard, and all manner of wondrous wildlife, birds and plant species. Savour the magic of this enormous wilderness.
Accommodation: Kruger Rest Camp or similar (B)
Day 7: (Thursday) The Kingdom of Swaziland
Enjoy an enchanting drive to the tiny Kingdom of Swaziland, a former British Protection Territory, now ruled by King MsWati III. Witness a Swazi cultural experience before visiting the famous Ngwenya Glass Works to see master craftsmen fashion collectable figures and functional art. Our next stop is the capital city Mbabane, known for its vibrant markets packed with baskets, beadwork and carvings. Spend the night in the beautiful Ezulwini Valley.
Accommodation: Lugogo Sun or similar (BLD)
Day 8: (Friday) The Kingdom of the Zulu's
Visit the Swazi Candle Factory, teeming with exquisite wax artworks in every shape and colour imaginable. Then on into Zululand, passing traditional round huts and endless vistas. Arrive mid afternoon at the town of St Lucia, a World Heritage Site and home to hippo, crocodile and no less than 367 bird species.
Accommodation: Elephant Lake Hotel or similar (B)
Day 9: (Saturday) Durban
This morning enjoy a cruise on Lake St Lucia before departing for Durban. Hug the lush KwaZulu-Natal coastline en-route to Durban, watching the sugar cane fields do their own version of the Mexican wave at the urging of the wind. Check into your hotel just before lunch (own account). Explore the beachfront and its many attractions at leisure, or take an optional afternoon Durban City Tour (own account).
Accommodation: Protea Hotel Edward or similar (B)
Day 10: (Sunday) Port Elizabeth / Knysna
An early start. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Port Elizabeth. There you'll be met by a new guide who'll take you through the glorious, indigenous Tsitsikamma Forest. We make several scenic stops before arriving at Knysna, perhaps South Africa's most visually stunning resort in the heart of the Garden Route. Dinner and overnight in Knysna.
Accommodation: Knysna Log-Inn or similar(BD)
Day 11: (Monday) Kynsna
Cruise on the vast Knysna Lagoon and 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 beyond. After lunch spend the remainder of the day at leisure, to enjoy this lovely and special town.
Accommodation: Knysna Log-Inn or similar (BL)
Day 12: (Tuesday) Cango Caves and Oudtshoorn
This morning we embark on a nostalgic steam train journey aboard the Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe, by far the best way to get from Knysna to Wilderness. We then enjoy the wonderful views of the spectacular Outeniqua Pass en-route to Oudtshoorn, the 'feather capital of the world', so named because it's the centre of South Africa's ostrich industry. After lunch, we learn more about these hardy, enigmatic creatures during a tour of an ostrich farm. We then head underground for a fascinating tour of the Cango Caves, one of South Africas most incredible natural wonders. Overnight in Oudtshoorn.
Accommodation: Queens Hotel or similar (BL)
During the period 01 May - 31 August 2007 the Outenique Choo Tjoe does not operate on Tuesdays and clients will do the train journey on the Monday afternoon, instead of the day at leisure.
Day 13: (Wednesday) Cape Town
A day of magnificent vistas. Enjoy the ever-changing passing canvas as we travel to Cape Town. During the whale season we will travel via the seaside village of Hermanus in the hopes of catching a glimpse of the Southern Right Whales, which frolic offshore (July to November only). Out of season we will return to Cape Town along Route 62, South Africa version of America's Route 66.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel President or similar (B)
Day 14: (Thursday) Cape Peninsula
A full day touring of the ruggedly beautiful Cape Peninsula via the Atlantic seaboard. We stop at the fishing village of Hout Bay, where you can opt to take a cruise (own account) to Seal Island to watch the antics of these natural performers. Then we carry on along the Indian Ocean coastline to Boulders Beach for close encounters with another of the Cape's adorable creatures, penguins. We drive through the quaint naval village of Simon's Town on our way back to Cape Town.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel President or similar (B)
Day 15: (Friday) Cape Winelands
Journey into the beautiful and tranquil Cape Winelands. Sip some of South Africa's finest wines at two well-known estates in Paarl and Stellenbosch. A visit to the Huguenot Memorial and the Afrikaans Language Monument provides a historical perspective.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel President or similar (B)
Day 16: (Saturday) Cape Town (B)
This brings us to the end of the tour. Check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight home
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| Notes & Restrictions |
Notes:
Space is limited and your desired travel dates may not be available if you wait, so book early to avoid disappointment. We highly recommend 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates and/or accommodations.
Non refundable and non changeable package.
A Saturday night stay is required.
Full payment due within 1 day of booking by 2pm.
Visa required for entry into Swaziland
A World in One Country
This tour operates with a maximum group of 18 people on each departure Health recommendations for US travelers
Travelers should consider purchasing medical evacuation insurance if they are visiting a country where there may be limited access to medical facilities.
Travelers should avoid direct contact with wild animals, as they may carry diseases such as rabies.
Passport & Visa Requirments:
It is the sole responsibility of each passenger to obtain the necessary documents for travel, including valid passports and visas For U.S. citizens, a valid passport and visa are required. Visa requirements change without notice and vary by nationality. Please check with the consulate office of the destination country for their visa requirements.
Restrictions:
Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Purchases within 21 days will incur additional fees. Air carrier used in the package is based on gateway and availability at time of booking and multiple flights connections may be necessary. Flight departure times may be at any time on your requested departure day. Air taxes/Government-imposed fees/surcharges are excluded. These fees are in addition to the package prices and will be added to invoice. Travel is valid for these dates only. Certain other restrictions may apply, and offer is subject to change without notice. No request will be processed until full payment is received.
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