Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Cape Town
Cape Town- Start point
- 10 Union St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa (Lady Hamilton Hotel, Hotel reception, 18:00)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (aHa Harbour Bridge Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Airport transfer from Cape Town International Airport (CPT, approximately 40-minute drive)
- Explore Bo Kaap area
- Visit Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
Landmarks Table Mountain Twelve Apostles Mountain range Robben Island Bo Kaap Victoria and Alfred Waterfront - Day 2
Cape Peninsula
Cape Peninsula- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch in Simon's Town fishing village)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (aHa Harbour Bridge Hotel)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive along the coast to Cape of Good Hope
- Visit Camps Bay
- Explore Cape Peninsula National Park
- Visit Cape Point and lighthouse
- Stop in Simon's Town fishing village
Landmarks Cape of Good Hope Camps Bay Cape Peninsula National Park Cape Point Simon's Town - Day 3
Cape Town
Cape Town- Meals
- Dinner (Local Chenin Blanc wine in Stellenbosch)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Protea Hotel By Marriot Stellenbosch)
Optional Activities
- Visit Robben Island (former prison where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated; advance booking required, three departures daily with 9am departure best for itinerary)
- Hike up Table Mountain (3-4 hour walk to viewpoint)
- Take aerial cable car to Table Mountain summit (frequent departures with network of trails on plateau)
- Visit Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
Landmarks Robben Island Table Mountain Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - Day 4
Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch available at local cafes, bars, or delis featuring local produce)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Protea Hotel By Marriot Stellenbosch)
Included Activities
- Wine-tasting at a local vineyard with seasonal selection by Tour Leader
Optional Activities
- Visit University Botanical Gardens
- Browse galleries throughout town
- Curio shopping
- Guided tour of Stellenbosch Town (learn about diverse cultures and colonial heritage, Cape Dutch architecture)
- Lunch at local cafes, bars, or delis featuring local produce
Landmarks Stellenbosch Town University Botanical Gardens - Day 5
Hermanus
Hermanus- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Windsor Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Stony Point Nature Reserve with penguin viewing
Optional Activities
- Whale watching from shore (June-November for southern right, Bryde's and humpback whales)
- Follow coastal path to whale-watching vantage points
- Join boat trip excursion for closer whale viewing
- Explore galleries and museums in Hermanus
- Walk 8km coastal path along cliff edge
- Dine at excellent restaurants and wine bars
Landmarks Stony Point Nature Reserve Betty's Bay - Day 6
Barrydale
Barrydale- Meals
- Dinner (Local food at small hotel restaurant)
- Accommodation
- Lodge (Karoo Art Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Cape Agulhas (southernmost point of African continent)
Optional Activities
- Explore Barrydale backstreets (small art shops and beautiful scenery)
- Discover galleries in Barrydale
Landmarks Cape Agulhas Tradouw Pass Route 62 - Day 7
Oudtshoorn
Oudtshoorn- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (De Poort Country Lodge)
Included Activities
- Visit Cango Caves (underground limestone caverns with stalactites, stalagmites, and rock columns)
Optional Activities
- Quick explore of Oudtshoorn shops
- Visit small curio museum in Oudtshoorn
Landmarks Cango Caves Oudtshoorn - Day 8
Plettenberg Bay
Plettenberg Bay- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Bayview Hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided beach walk with Strandloper Project at Swartvlei Beach (approximately 1 hour)
- Visit Knysna Heads Viewpoint
Landmarks Swartvlei Beach Knysna Heads - Day 9
Plettenberg Bay
Plettenberg Bay- Meals
- Lunch (Seafood lunch in Plettenberg Bay featuring hake, meaty prawns or calamari with crisp white wine)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Bayview Hotel)
Included Activities
- Walk with Tour Leader at Robberg Nature Reserve (choice of 5.5km or 2km loop or clifftop viewing)
- Lunch in Plettenberg Bay
Optional Activities
- Whale-watching excursion (seasonal, July-December)
- Relax on beach
- Shop for souvenirs
Landmarks Robberg Nature Reserve - Day 10
Tsitsikamma National Park
Tsitsikamma National Park- Accommodation
- Cottage (Storms River Restcamp)
Optional Activities
- Short walk with steep steps to three suspension bridges overlooking Storms River mouth
- Zip-wiring (short drive from national park)
- River kayaking trip up Storms River (approximately 20-minute walk carrying equipment)
Landmarks Tsitsikamma National Park Storms River - Day 11
Addo Elephant National Park
Addo Elephant National Park- Meals
- Dinner (South African braai (traditional barbecue))
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Addo Homestead)
Included Activities
- Game drive in safari truck at Addo Elephant National Park (2 hours with park guide)
Optional Activities
- South African braai dinner (often provided by hosts)
Landmarks Addo Elephant National Park - Day 12
Addo Elephant National Park
Addo Elephant National Park- End point
- Allister Miller Dr, Walmer, Port Elizabeth, 6070, South Africa (Port Elizabeth Airport, Departures Hall, 11:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
