We Love —
- Discovering the awe-inspiring beauty of South Africa’s landscapes, where the sea, mountains, and wildlife create an unforgettable panorama.
- Immersing in this a rich tapestry of cultural and culinary experiences, set against the backdrop of South Africa's unspoilt and majestic natural surroundings.
- Relaxing in carefully selected 3 and 4-star hotels, offering comfort and tranquillity and ensuring a rejuvenating stay amid your adventures.
New Voyage Privé —
Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your itinerary —
Embark on an extraordinary journey through South Africa, beginning in the majestic city of Cape Town and ending in vibrant Johannesburg.
Traverse a stunning array of landscapes, from rugged coastlines to expansive savannahs, while immersing yourself in the country’s diverse cultures. Along the way, enjoy a wealth of unique experiences that will create lasting memories of this remarkable destination.
Your itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrival in Cape Town
- Day 2: Cape Town
- Day 3: Cape Town - Cape of Good Hope Peninsula
- Day 4: Cape Town - The Wine Route
- Day 5: Cape Town / Durban
- Day 6: Durban - Hluhluwe
- Day 7: Hluhluwe - Swaziland
- Day 8: Swaziland - Kruger Park
- Day 9: Kruger Park
- Day 10: Kruger Park - Blyde River Canyon Region
- Day 11: Blyde Region - Johannesburg / Paris
Please note: your itinerary may have minor adjustments, but your overall trip experience will remain the same.
Your itinerary in brief —
Embark on an extraordinary journey through South Africa, beginning in the majestic city of Cape Town and ending in vibrant Johannesburg.
Traverse a stunning array of landscapes, from rugged coastlines to expansive savannahs, while immersing yourself in the country’s diverse cultures. Along the way, enjoy a wealth of unique experiences that will create lasting memories of this remarkable destination.
Your itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrival in Cape Town
- Day 2: Cape Town
- Day 3: Cape Town - Cape of Good Hope Peninsula
- Day 4: Cape Town - The Wine Route
- Day 5: Cape Town / Durban
- Day 6: Durban - Hluhluwe
- Day 7: Hluhluwe - Swaziland
- Day 8: Swaziland - Kruger Park
- Day 9: Kruger Park
- Day 10: Kruger Park - Blyde River Canyon Region
- Day 11: Blyde Region - Johannesburg / Paris
Please note: your itinerary may have minor adjustments, but your overall trip experience will remain the same.
Your hotels may be located inside or outside cities and towns. Please note that you can park your car inside or outside the hotels (subject to availability). Additional charges may apply on site.
Your itinerary in detail —
Days 1-3
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN CAPE TOWN
- Upon arrival at Cape Town airport, you'll be welcomed by our local travel representative, who will assist you with your rental car and travel documents.
- After collecting your hire car, drive to your hotel where you'll check in for 3 nights.
Overnight stay in Cape Town at Rosedene Guest House.
DAY 2: CAPE TOWN
- After breakfast, start your adventure with an extended visit to the city of Cape Town.
- Explore picturesque Bo-Kaap with its colourful houses and learn more about its culture at the Bo-Kaap Museum.
- Then visit the Castle of Good Hope, one of the oldest buildings in South Africa.
- Opt to take a cable car ride to Table Mountain for breathtaking views of the city and ocean. Please note: the cable car may be closed in bad weather.
- Optional excursion (extra charge): Visit the highlights of Cape Town with a local guide (half-day city tour).
Overnight stay in Cape Town at Rosedene Guest House.
Breakfast included.
DAY 3: CAPE TOWN - CAPE OF GOOD HOPE
- After breakfast, depart for the Cape of Good Hope. Enjoy a scenic drive along the coast to Houtbaai, where you can take a boat trip to Duiker Island to see the seals.
- Stop at Boulders Beach to admire the famous penguin colony.
- Visit the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and enjoy its unique flora and fauna.
- End the day at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, where you can shop and dine.
- Optional excursion (extra charge): Tour of the Cape of Good Hope with lunch.
Overnight stay in Cape Town at Rosedene Guest House.
Breakfast included.
Days 4-7
DAY 4: CAPE TOWN - WINE ROUTE
- Explore South Africa's world-famous wine route.
- Start your day with a visit to Stellenbosch, known for its beautiful vineyards and Cape Dutch architecture.
- Enjoy wine tasting at a local winery and learn more about wine production in the region.
- Travel on to Franschhoek, where you can visit the Huguenot Museum and discover the rich history of winemaking in South Africa.
- Optional excursion (extra charge): Vineyard tour with lunch.
Overnight stay in Cape Town.
Breakfast included.
DAY 5: CAPE TOWN - DURBAN
- After breakfast, return your hire car and fly to Durban.
- On arrival, take delivery of a new hire car and start exploring this vibrant city.
- Discover the Golden Mile beach, the Indian markets and the beautiful botanical gardens.
- Visit the Juma Mosque in the Indian part of the city and learn more about Indian culture in Durban.
Overnight stay in Durban at Sica’s Guest House .
Breakfast included.
DAY 6: DURBAN - HLUHLUWE
- After breakfast, depart for Hluhluwe, with a stop in Maputaland, famous for its sugar cane plantations.
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Santa Lucia Wetlands Park.
- Take a boat trip on St Lucia's lagoon and spot crocodiles, hippos and a variety of birds.
- In the evening, enjoy dinner at the hotel and set off on a 4x4 safari.
Overnight stay in Hluhluwe at Zulu Nyala Heritage Safari Lodge.
Breakfast & dinner included.
DAY 7: HLUHLUWE - SWAZILAND
- Enjoy an early morning safari in Hluhluwe before returning to the hotel for a replenishing breakfast.
- Depart for the enchanting kingdom of Eswatini (formerly Swaziland). This small yet vibrant destination nestled between South Africa and Mozambique is rich in cultural heritage and stunning landscapes.
- Explore local markets and artisan shops, and visit the Mantenga Cultural Village for a glimpse of Swazi culture.
Overnight stay in Swaziland at Mantenga Lodge.
Breakfast & dinner included.
Days 8-12
DAY 8: SWAZILAND - KRUGER PARK
- After breakfast, depart for Kruger Park.
- En route, you'll have the opportunity (extra charge) to participate in a unique interaction with elephants in Hazyview, where you can experience these majestic animals up close.
- On arrival at Kruger Park, settle into your accommodation and enjoy the evening.
- Please note: Entrance to Kruger Park not included - Current price: R486 per person, per day
- Optional excursion (extra charge): Interactive elephant experience.
Overnight stay in Kruger Park at either Skukuza Camp or Mjejane River Lodge (according to your chosen offer).
Breakfast included.
DAY 9: KRUGER PARK
- Explore Kruger Park with your hire car or opt to join an organised safari (extra charge).
- The park is home to an impressive variety of wildlife, including 'The Big Five'.
- Marvel at the beautiful nature and unique wildlife.
Overnight stay in Kruger Park at either Skukuza Camp or Mjejane River Lodge.
Breakfast included.
DAY 10: KRUGER PARK - BLYDE RIVER CANYON
- After breakfast, drive to the Blyde River Canyon.
- Visit the impressive Bourke's Luck Potholes and enjoy the view from 'God's Window'.
- Opt to take a cruise on the Blyde River and spot crocodiles and hippos in their natural habitat.
- End the day with a visit to 'Pilgrim's Rest', a historic gold mining site.
Overnight stay in Blyde River Canyon at Graskop Hotel.
Breakfast included.
DAY 11: BLYDE RIVER CANYON - JOHANNESBURG
- After breakfast, depart for Johannesburg.
- Return your hire car to OR Tambo airport (JTO) and prepare for your flight back home.
Overnight stay in Johannesburg.
DAY 12: TRAVEL DAY
- Arrive home enriched by an unforgettable journey through the diverse landscapes and cultures that make up the vibrant tapestry of South Africa.
Important information about your tour and visits: The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change without affecting the overall experience of the itinerary.
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
Your hotels during the tour:
During your tour, you will stay in the following carefully selected hotels:
- Cape Town: Rosedene Guest house 4* (or similar)
- Durban: Sica's Guest house 4* (or similar)
- Hluhluwe: Zulu Nyala Game Lodge 4* (or similar)
- Swaziland: Mantenga Lodge 3* (or similar)
- Kruger: Skukuza Camp 3* OR Mjejane River Lodge 4* (according to your chosen offer)
- Blyde River Canyon: Graskop Hotel 3* (or similar)
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Festive season: It's possible that hotels listed for Cape Town may change during the Easter and festive season (23rd December - 3rd January).
Your dining choices
The programme includes 9 x breakfasts and dinner on two evenings. During your road trip, take advantage of the opportunity to taste typical South African dishes, hearty breakfasts during your stay, including braai (traditional barbecue), bobotie (spiced minced meat bake), biltong (cured meat). Sample wines from the Stellenbosch region, known for its exceptional velvety reds and crisp whites.
Car hire: —
Enjoy total freedom and an enhanced holiday experience with included car hire, for total freedom throughout your trip. Category C, L, or P hire car included (depending on the number of passengers, see details in the description) with unlimited mileage, insurance, contract fee, and drop-off fee from Johannesburg to Durban.
Further information about your hire car:
- Category C car: Toyota Corolla (manual) or similar
- Category L car: Haval Jolion (automatic) or similar
- Category P car: Hyundai Staria (automatic) or similar
Please note:
- International driving permit required for all vehicle rentals
- Credit card required – An amount of approximately ZAR 4,650 will be held at the start of the rental and refunded at the end of the rental
- Refundable deposit for GPS: approximately ZAR 1,500 per rental
Additional charges for car rental:
- Approximately ZAR 575 per additional driver per rental
- Fuel
- Carbon Emission Tax: approximately ZAR 150
- Admin fee for traffic fines / second spare wheel insurance: ZAR 165 per day (excluding a deposit of ZAR 1,100)
- Cleaning fee for excessive dirt or negligence (amount at the rental company’s discretion)
- GPS: approximately ZAR 155 per day (a ZAR 1,500 deposit will be held for the GPS)
- Child seat: ZAR 585 per rental
Your optional extras & excursions —
Night safari
- Beneath the starlit sky, you’ll witness the mysterious allure of the savannah, where each shadow holds the promise of discovery.
- This immersive journey reveals Africa’s untamed beauty in its most tranquil, yet thrilling, moments.
Guided excursion to Cape Town (half day)
More information about your excursion:
- Hout Bay: Begin your adventure with a scenic drive along the Atlantic Ocean to Hout Bay, a picturesque fishing village nestled within a postcard-perfect fjord.
- Duiker Island Boat Trip: Option to board a boat for a close encounter with Duiker Island, home to a remarkable colony of seals amid dramatic, wind-swept rocks.
- Boulders Beach: Visit the famous Boulders Beach, where you can observe a lively colony of African penguins in their natural habitat.Cape of Good Hope: Explore the iconic Cape of Good Hope, a celebrated landmark steeped in maritime history, known for its stunning vistas and challenging waters.
- Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve: Traverse this expansive reserve, which encompasses 7,750 hectares of indigenous flora and fauna, providing a glimpse into the region's unique biodiversity.
Guided tour of the Cape of Good Hope with included lunch
Join this guided tour and learn all about the Cape of Good Hope. Enjoy beautiful views and a tasty lunch.
Guided Wine Route Tour with Lunch (full day excursion)
Embark on a delightful exploration of South Africa's Wine Route, a captivating region celebrated for its exquisite vineyards set against a backdrop of majestic mountains. This full-day tour offers an opportunity to indulge in the rich heritage and flavours of the Cape Winelands.
This immersive tour not only showcases the exceptional beauty of the Wine Route but also offers a taste of its rich historical and cultural tapestry.
- Stellenbosch: Begin your journey in Stellenbosch, the heart of the region, where over 100,000 hectares of vineyards flourish. Admire the charming Cape Dutch architecture that characterises this picturesque town, a testament to the area's historical significance in winemaking.
- Wine Tasting Experience: Visit a local winery to savour a selection of renowned Cape wines. Enjoy the opportunity to learn about the winemaking process and the unique terroir that contributes to the region's acclaimed varietals.
- Franschhoek: Continue your journey to Franschhoek, affectionately known as the "French Corner." This stunning valley is rich in history, having been established in the 17th century by French Huguenots and Dutch settlers who introduced viticulture to the area.
- Huguenot Museum: Explore the town of Franschhoek, visiting the Huguenot Museum to gain insight into the cultural heritage and contributions of the Huguenots to South African winemaking.
Elephant interaction excursion (Hazyview)
Experience the fascinating opportunity to get up close to these magnificent creatures and discover their intelligence, compassionate nature, and curiosity when interacting with their human counterparts. This activity allows you to touch the elephants, greet them, and offer them treats. Experienced handlers will share their passion for these fascinating pachyderms and their behaviour.
- Duration: 1 hour
- Times: 9am, 12 Noon and 4pm
- Minimum age: 4 years
- Please note: Reservations required
Your journey to South Africa —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destination —
South Africa
Discover South Africa, a captivating destination bordered by two oceans and renowned for its breathtaking landscapes. From majestic mountains and vibrant cities to serene beaches and charming villages, this diverse country offers a wealth of experiences for every traveller.
Must-Sees:
- Table Mountain: Iconic for its flat-topped silhouette, this natural wonder provides panoramic views of Cape Town.
- Kruger National Park: One of Africa's largest game reserves, it is celebrated for its rich wildlife and exceptional safari opportunities.
- The Garden Route: A scenic coastal drive featuring stunning landscapes, quaint towns, and diverse ecosystems.
Culinary Culture:
South Africa’s culinary culture reflects its rich heritage, offering a delightful blend of flavours. Indulge in traditional dishes such as bobotie (a spiced meat dish), braai (barbecue), and biltong (cured meat), paired with exquisite local wines from the Stellenbosch region.
Dive Deeper:
To gain a deeper understanding of the country’s culture, explore the vibrant art scene in Johannesburg or visit the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Engage with local communities to discover traditional crafts, music, and dance that highlight South Africa's diverse cultural tapestry.
Good to Know:
- The local currency is the South African Rand (ZAR). The best time to visit varies by region, but the dry winter months (May to September) offer excellent game viewing.
- Cape Town's Wine Route includes Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl, renowned for world-class wineries, picturesque vineyards, and Cape Dutch architecture.
- In contrast, South Africa's Garden Route is a scenic coastline from Mossel Bay to Storms River, featuring diverse landscapes of beaches, forests, and mountains, along with charming towns like Knysna and Plettenberg Bay.
