The Holiday Inn Express CT occupies an ideal space in the Mother City, Cape Town. It’s a short distance from the happy vibe of Green Market Square and some cultural gems like the Company Gardens and most of the city’s museums. The hotel has phenomenal views of Table Mountain and is a welcome retreat from the bustle of the city. The on-site Great Restaurant serves complimentary breakfasts and sundowners can be sipped at the Lobby Bar. Orchids and bold orange chairs add a cosmopolitan atmosphere and you can unwind on the decked terrace with a chilled glass of South African wine.

Restaurant within walking distance

Dinner at local Indian restaurant

Overnight: Holiday Inn Express Cape Town

Breakfast at hotel Half Day City Tour

Cape Town City: Explore South Africa’s exciting ‘Mother City’ on this guided tour of the historical and cultural sights of Cape Town. You will step into the rich history of the city passing by key historical monuments and places of interest, such as the impressive Castle of Good Hope and Cape Town City Hall. The tour stops at the beautiful St. George’s Cathedral, passes the through the lush Company Gardens, and explores a cultural hub of Cape Town, the Bo-Kaap, also known as the Cape Malay quarter. A tour of this vibrant city, home to street markets of every kind, cosmopolitan and rustic eateries, and a host of cultures is an unforgettable experience.

Table Mountain (weather permitting): Guests will take a trip to the top of the world, high above the clouds on the famous Table Mountain. Table Mountain is an icon in Cape Town and is most likely the most photographed landmark in the country. Table Mountain has been named as on the seven wonders of nature and attracts millions over visitors from all across the globe, in fact, since the opening of the aerial cableway in 1929, more than 22 million people have taken the trip to the top. At the upper cable station, guests will find a restaurant and a curio shop as well as some footpaths for exploration.

Restaurant within walking distance

Dinner at local Indian restaurant

Overnight: Holiday Inn Express Cape Town

Breakfast at hotel Full Day Cape Point Tour

Hout Bay Harbour: Step into the working harbour of Hout Bay at the end of Cape Town’s Atlantic seaboard for an authentic fishing village experience from the colourful fishing boats moored on the dock to the range of fish markets, restaurants, street markets and shops set overlooking the bay. Indulge in fresh seafood, fabulous views, adventure activities and shopping experiences – everything from jewellery and maritime artefacts to seashells and more. The beach stretches from here to Chapman’s Peak in the east.

Seal Island Cruise: Take to the ocean on the only glass bottomed passenger launch in South Africa. Circe Launches has been taking enthusiastic travellers to the Cape Fur Seal and Sea Bird Colony at Duiker Island in Hout Bay since 1972. View the kelp forests and abundant sea life from two glass viewing ports at the bottom of the boat. With ample outside deck seating, you can sit comfortably and observe the Cape Fur Seals in their natural environment, the vessel is usually within metres of this majestic and social animals.

Chapman's Peak (weather permitting): Locals call this famous scenic drive that winds its way between Hout Bay and Noordhoek on Cape Town’s stunning Atlantic Ocean coastline “Chappies”. The toll route stretches nine kilometres along the coast taking over 100 curves in a road carved out by prisoners of war in the mid-1910s over a seven-year period. On the one side are towering cliffs and on the other a steep drop to the ocean. A favourite with visitors and locals alike for scenic hikes, cycles and drives, as well as picnicking. 

Cape of Good Hope: The famous Cape of Good Hope nature reserve, a World Heritage site, is set at the end of Cape Town’s south peninsula. Take a trip via funicular to the lighthouse at 286 metres above sea level (built to which warns ships they are approaching the feared “Cape of Storms”), stroll along the cliff paths or venture down the steep slopes to the stunning white-sand beaches below. The reserve is home to a variety of small wildlife and is a favoured picnicking, fishing (with a permit) and hiking destination with its rich plant biodiversity and inspiring landscapes.

Cape Point Funicular: The Flying Dutchman Funicular takes passengers uphill from the car park of the Cape Point Nature Reserve (a Natural World Heritage Site) to the old lighthouse sited at 249m overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The views from the lighthouse are spectacular and the air, coming off the Antarctic, is among the purest in the world. The funicular is believed to be the only commercial one of its kind in Africa and is named after a local legend of a ghost ship. The short three-minute trip passes through 585m of dense fynbos and over rocks to the upper lighthouse. The two cars can carry 40 passengers at a time and trips run continuously.

Boulders Beach (Penguins): The sheltered Simon’s Town beach of Boulders Beach is the home of an endangered land-based colony of African penguins (over 2 000 of them), as well as a favourite swimming and beach destination for locals and international travellers, particularly children. One can walk between the three pristine and sheltered beaches on boardwalks, which also link to the penguin-viewing area offering fantastic sightings of these unique and endearing animals in their natural habitat.  

Restaurant within walking distance

Dinner at local Indian restaurant

Overnight: Holiday Inn Express Cape Town

Breakfast at hotel 

Spend the day at Leisure- Vehicle cost not included. Restaurant within walking distance. Dinner at local Indian restaurant.

Overnight: Holiday Inn Express Cape Town

Breakfast at hotel 

Graywood Hotel Knysna boasts a central location in this bustling holiday town. Located just a few hundred metres from both the town centre and the popular Knysna Waterfront, the hotel provides a great base for those wanting to explore the attractions of the Garden Route. And there are many ways to explore them – boat cruises, kayaking, hiking, horse riding, scenic flights and more. There are 49 tastefully-decorated rooms on offer, all with en-suite bathrooms and modern facilities. The historic theme of the railways and the age of the steam train are carried throughout the hotel complemented by the use of natural woods in finishings and furnishings. Guests can relax in the lush gardens, on the suspended wooden sundeck or in the sparkling swimming pool. The varied attractions of Knysna are on the doorstep of this quality establishment including eclectic shops, upmarket eateries and a range of art and craft markets.

Transfer to Knysna. Scheduled John Benn Cruise: The John Benn is a beautiful double-decker floating restaurant that offers daily lagoon cruises to the Knysna Heads. This verdant part of South Africa is strikingly stunning and what better way to experience it then on serene lagoon waters? There are two full bars on board and an optional a la carte and tapas menu that includes the fresh and famous Knysna oysters. This full enclosed luxury ferry has been constructed from Yellowwood that was sourced from the Knysna Forest. The John Benn Ferry is about joviality, good food and wine and scenery that leaves you in awe.

Dinner at local Indian restaurant

Overnight: Graywood Hotel

Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Oudsthoorn Full day Oudsthoorn Tour.

Cango Caves Heritage Tour: Oudtshoorn’s famous Cango Caves can be explored on a guided tour (all guides are accredited) and is one of Africa’s most spectacular natural formations with vast caverns, beautiful, delicate and sometimes majestic stalagmites and stalactites and dripstone caverns. Some of these formations have quirky names that include 'glass flower fantasy' and 'weird cango candle'. The Cango Caves have been formed over millions of years to create this enchanting subterranean world. Duck, crawl and manoeuvre your way through this limestone wonderland. It is one of the Garden Route's most beautiful attraction.

Entry fee (incl 60min Valley of Ancients Guided Tour): The entrance fee for the Cango Wildlife Ranch does not include the animal encounters that are at an additional charge. The standard ticket includes a 60 min Valley of the Ancients Guided Tour. On this tour, you will see an ancient temple that is inhabited by giant flying foxes, exotic birds and other fascinating species. This themed walk through experience is sure to enthrall and educate on modern conservation issues.

Classic Tour: The Safari Ostrich Farm was established in 1956 in the ostrich capital of the world, Oudsthoorn. Oudsthoorn finds itself along the celebrated Garden Route region, where natural beauty is simply awe-inspiring. At the farm, you can engage in tours that will show the inner workings of an ostrich farm. It has two onsite restaurants that serve delicious home-made fair and all meals are enjoyed in a serene garden setting. The Safari Ostrich Farm also offers a shop that sells a wide range of elegant and well-crafted ostrich leather products including handbags, ladies purses, belts and wallets.

Dinner at local Indian restaurant.

Breakfast at hotel

Spend the day at leisure – Vehicle at your disposal.

Dinner at local Indian restaurant.

Transfer to George Airport for your flight to O.R Tambo.Transfer from O.R Tambo to Sun City .(flight cost not included)

 Sun City Cabana’s offers comfortable and casual accommodation in South Africa’s North-West Province; a child-friendly destination, this upmarket resort caters for all tastes and inclinations with its extensive facilities and range of activities. Dining choices range from extensive breakfast to creative theme-styled dinner buffets and lunch can be enjoyed in the casual atmosphere of the Grande Pool Bar. The resort is the ideal destination for families are children are catered for in Kamp Kwena, an entertainment paradise offering a fully supervised programme of activities for kids as well as an animal farm and fully-equipped play centre. Adults can relax around the swimming pool, play golf, try their luck at the casino or head to the Valley of the Waves for jet-skiing, windsurfing, water-skiing and sundowner barge cruises. There is an 18-hole golf course on site as well as a sumptuous spa.

Dinner at local Indian restaurant

Overnight: Sun City Cabanas

Breakfast at hotel

Spend the day at leisure – Vehicle at your disposal.

Dinner at local Indian restaurant

Breakfast at hotel

Spend the day at leisure – Vehicle at your disposal.

Dinner at local Indian restaurant.

Breakfast at hotel

Transfer from Sun City to Pilanesberg.Check in Lodge. Dinner at lodge.

Includes: Dinner, breakfast and 1 game drive per day.

Nestled in the Big 5 Pilanesburg National Park, just a two-hour drive from Johannesburg and only ten minutes from the Sun City entertainment complex, Bakabung Bush Lodge offers a peaceful retreat to guests looking to get away from it all. This is a malaria-free destination and accommodation is offered in 76 hotel rooms, complete with all the modern facilities desired. There is one room available for physically disabled guests. A well-known conferencing destination, with capacity for 120 delegates, Bakabung Bush Lodge boasts extensive on-site facilities to keep guests relaxed and entertained. On-site features include a swimming pool, two floodlit tennis courts and easy access to game drives into the reserve. Guests will dine in style at the on-site restaurant, enjoy the bush barbecues offered at the outdoor boma and relax in the welcoming atmosphere of the bar. This region is home to a diversity of wildlife from the 360 sighted bird species to Africa’s majestic Big 5 and many more.

Overnight: Bakubung Bush Lodge

Morning Game Drive. Breakfast at lodge

Afternoon Game Drive. Dinner at Lodge.

Overnight: Bakubung Bush Lodge

Breakfast at lodge. Check Out of Lodge

Transfer from Pilanesberg to Johannesburg.Check in Hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Peermont Metcourt forms part of one of the exceptional hotels at Emperors Palace Casino and Entertainment world. The Peermont Metcourt is decorated in light greens and blues, setting a lively tone. Unique art adorns the walls from pencil looking sketches to silver statues of Michelangelo. You will be allowed access to Octavia’s Sensorium Spa that has a heated Roman spa bath, Vichy showers, a sauna and steam rooms. Immerse your senses in luxury at the Peermont Metcourt.

Restaurant within walking distance

Dinner at local Indian restaurant

Overnight: Peermont metcourt  

Mandela House: Mandela House in Orlando West, Soweto is a national monument dedicated to offering insights into the life of Nelson Mandela and the families that he lived with from 1946 through to the 1990s. Managed by the Soweto Heritage Trust, the house has been fully renovated and hosts a visitor centre as well as excellent multi-media and audio-visual displays outlining the history of the Mandela family. A meaningful experience, visitors are exposed to Mandela’s personal life on this visit.

Hector Peterson Memorial: On the 16th of June 1976, Hector Pieterson was shot by the police during a protest by schoolchildren about Afrikaans being imposed as the medium of instruction. The Soweto uprising, as it has come to be known, saw 20 children shot by police during what started out as a peaceful protest. One of the pivotal moments in the anti-Apartheid struggle, 12-year old Hector has come to symbolise those that stood against the tyrannical regime. Today, the 16th of June is celebrated in South Africa as National Youth Day in remembrance of those who lost their lives during the protest. The site where Hector was shot is not far from the memorial and close to the Hector Peterson Museum.

Restaurant within walking distance

Dinner at local Indian restaurant

 Overnight: Peermont Metcourt

Breakfast at hotel.  Check out of Hotel

Transfer from Peermont Metcourt to O.R Tambo International Airport for your flight back home.