Itinerary in brief:
- 1 night Port Elizabeth
- 3 nights Knysna
- 1 night Oudtshoorn
- 2 nights Franschoek
- 3 nights Cape Town
- 3 nights Sabi Sands Game Reserve, Kruger
Day 1: Depart UK
Depart the UK from your chosen airport.
Included: International flight
Day 2: Arrive in Port Elizabeth
On arrival in Port Elizabeth you’ll be met and assisted with your Europcar vehicle collection – a group C car (similar to a VW Polo Classic) has been reserved for you, so you’ll drive to your first hotel where you’ll check in for one night.
Included: Hotel & car hire for 11 days
Day 3: Knysna
This morning you’ll drive to Knysna, a three hour drive westwards along the coast. After checking in you’ll be able to freshen up before exploring the area – why not wander down to the beach and watch set between the famous Knynsa Heads while you enjoy a local glass of wine?
Included: Hotel & breakfast
Day 4: Knysna
After breakfast, the day is yours to enjoy the beautiful area of Plettenburg Bay – whether you want to take to the water on a sailing tour or fishing trip, or simply relax in the grounds of the hotel, enjoying the peaceful tranquillity of Knysna.
Included: Hotel & breakfast
Day 5: Knysna
Another day to enjoy Knysna, why not head into town and enjoy the pretty seafront and local shops? If you want to explore inland, visit one of the many nature reserves outside the town and witness the stunning flora and fauna of the area, from tiny birds to colourful wildflowers.
Included: Hotel & breakfast
Day 6: Oudtshoorn
After breakfast you’ll drive the 2 hours to Oudtshoorn. Settle into your hotel before getting to enjoy the area, where you are close by to the Cango Caves and the famous Ostrich farms.
Oudtshoorn was the world capital of ostrich farming and provided tall feathers to the fashion houses of Europe for many years. The town is located close to one of the Cape Floral Protected Regions where pretty wildflowers are scattered among the lush hillsides.
Included: Hotel & breakfast
Day 7: Winelands
This morning you’ll drive west to Franschoek. The drive is around 4.5 hours so you could stop for lunch in one of the many cafes of Montagu along the way. On arrival in the winelands you’ll check into your hotel for 2 nights and spend the rest of the day enjoying the cool beauty of this lush area of the country.
Included: Hotel & breakfast
Day 8: Winelands
Located on a working farm Babylonstoren is a destination in itself! Head into the farm and see fresh fruit being picked in the orchard, pick your own salad and be sure to head to the greenhouse for lunch, with all produce made on site this will be one of the most delicious meals you’ll taste in South Africa.
Being in the wine region, make sure you don’t miss out on some local wine tasting! Make sure you enjoy some samples from the slopes of Simonsberg before relaxing in your stunning whitewashed room reflecting the Dutch architecture of the region.
Included: Breakfast & hotel
Day 9: Cape Town
After breakfast you’ll drive along to Cape Town, just an hour away. Check into your hotel for three nights before getting out and exploring this metropolitan city. Why not wander down to the harbour and have dinner overlooking the waterfront? Enjoying cocktails whilst looking up at the spectacular Table Mountain is an excellent way to begin your time in Cape Town.
Included: Breakfast & hotel
Day 10: Cape Town
With a free day in Cape Town there is plenty to do – whether you head to the top of Table Mountain and enjoy panoramic views of the bay below or out to Robben Island to explore the island prison where Nelson Mandela was confined for 27 years.
Included: Breakfast & hotel
Day 11: Cape Town
Another day free to enjoy Cape Town – there are plenty of boutique shops and restaurants to keep you busy in the city but if you want to get out to the coast, why not drive south for half an hour and visit Boulders Beach, where penguins and people share the sands.
Included: Breakfast & hotel
Day 12: Cape Town to Kruger National Park
In the morning you’ll drop your car off at Cape Town Airport and fly to Skukuza, the gateway to Kruger National Park. On arrival you’ll be met and transferred to your lodge, where you’ll check in for three nights. You’ll have activities included at the lodge, like wildlife game drives and walking safaris so make sure you get out and enjoy all Kruger has to offer.
Included: Hotel, flight & transfer
Day 13: Kruger National Park
With two days free to enjoy the flora and fauna of Kruger, you won’t be short of options. Take a game drive to get up close to this spectacular wildlife – giraffes drinking at the watering hole, lions lazing on the kopjes and even leopards napping in the shady trees.
Included: Hotel, activities, all meals & soft drinks, house wines & spirits
Day 14: Kruger National Park
The day is yours to continue exploring – you could take a walking safari and take advantage of experiencing the vast array of wildlife on foot, watching zebras graze and hippos cool off in the water.
Included: Hotel, activities, all meals & soft drinks, house wines & spirits
Day 15: Departure
On your final day in South Africa you’ll be transferred back to Skukuza Airport for your domestic flight to Johannesburg and onward flight home.
Included: Breakfast, transfer & flight
Day 16: Arrive UK
You will arrive back into the UK today to complete your holiday.
