Classic South Africa: Cape Town & Safari

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See South Africa's classics on this 8-night vacation! From the colorful Bo-Kaap neighborhood in Cape Town to the wide open plains of Pilanesberg, this trip will take you to all of the must-see sites with guided tours and safari drives. You will begin in Cape Town, one of the most beautiful cities in the world and a top international destination. Experience ...

Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Cape Town City & Table Mountain Tour (Half-Day)
    • Cape Peninsula Tour (full-day)
    • Winelands Tour (Full-Day)

What's this trip about?

    See South Africa's classics on this 8-night vacation! From the colorful Bo-Kaap neighborhood in Cape Town to the wide open plains of Pilanesberg, this trip will take you to all of the must-see sites with guided tours and safari drives. You will begin in Cape Town, one of the most beautiful cities in the world and a top international destination. Experience the city's fascinating history and culture, coastal beauty, and award-winning wines on three guided tours. Beaches, mountains, harbors and gardens: Cape Town truly has it all! Then head to the safari portion of your trip at the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park & Game Reserve. The park lies inside a 1300 million-year-old volcanic complex and offers a wide variety of beautiful landscapes, not to mention a great diversity of plants and animals. See the Big 5, wild dogs and 360 species of birds on daily game drives right from your luxurious lodge. Helpful links for travel to South Africa: Visa & Passport Info Vaccines & Medications Info Traveling with children

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityCape Town
End CitySouth Africa

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Safari

Destinations

  • Africa
  • South Africa

Attractions

  • Johannesburg
  • Table Mountain

Activities

  • Bird watching
  • Culture
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Wine Tasting

Trip includes

    • Roundtrip economy class airfare into Cape Town (CPT), out of Johannesburg (JNB)
    • All airport and inter-city transfers
    • 4 nights in Cape Town at the Southern Sun The Cullinan Hotel, or similar
    • Cape Peninsula Tour (full-day)
    • Winelands Tour (full-day)
    • Cape Town City & Table Mountain Tour (half-day)
    • One-way economy class flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Johannesburg (JNB)
    • 3 nights in the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park at the Shepherds Tree Game Lodge, or similar Lunch and dinner daily while in Pilanesberg National Park
    • Daily safari drives while in Pilanesberg National Park 1 night in Johannesburg at the Sandton Sun Hotel, or similar
    • Breakfast daily

Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Cape Town!

Arrive in Cape Town and enjoy a private transfer to your hotel. Take a stroll on the historic V&A Waterfront, located near your hotel, to get a feel for this vibrant city.

Day 2 Cape Town

Today you will spend your first full day in Cape Town on a half-day tour taking you to the top of the iconic Table Mountain and the lush Company Gardens.

After the tour, consider a visit to the vibrant-colored Bo-Kaap district, which is rooted in Malaysian, African, Indian and Sri Lankan culture.

Day 3 Cape Town

Today, enjoy a scenic full-day tour of the Cape Peninsula led by an English-speaking guide. Visit Cape Point, Chapman's Peak and Boulders Beach!

Day 4 Cape Town

Spend your last day in Cape Town with fabulous wine and beautiful landscapes on a full-day Winelands tour! Highlights include the Paarl Wine Region, Franschhoek Valley, and the town of Stellenbosch.

Day 5 Cape Town - Pilanesberg National Park

After an early breakfast, enjoy a transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your flight to Johannesburg. Once you've arrived, you will be transferred to your safari destination at Pilanesberg National Park & Game Reserve, one of the most popular reser...

Day 6 Pilanesberg National Park

Continue exploring Pilanesberg National Park's wildlife and terrain. The relatively small size of the park and its unusual ecological richness make seeing the Big 5 much easier. Virtually all of the animal species native to southern Africa can be found here, including wild dogs, sable antelopes and more than 360 species of birds!

Day 7 Pilanesberg National Park

On your last full day in Pilanesberg, consider pampering yourself with a relaxing spa treatment at your lodge or lounging by the infinity pool. Dine on exotic meats and sip South African wine as you embrace your last starry night on the African savanna.

Day 8 Pilanesberg National Park - Johannesburg

After an early morning game drive and breakfast, you'll be transferred to Johannesburg.

Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure, perhaps by strolling through Nelson Mandela Square, just minutes from your hotel in the suburb of Sandton.

Day 9 Depart South Africa

Say goodbye to South Africa as you transfer to Johannesburg's airport. Take one last look at the city below as you fly home.

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Last Updated: 4/16/2024

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