Day 1
Welcome to the Mother City
After your private chauffeur escorts you to your hotel, dine on modern South African cuisine to begin your South Africa luxury tour.
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Accommodation
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, Cape Town
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Meals
Dinner
Discover two of the world’s seven natural wonders as you enjoy a spectacular sunset over Cape Town from the summit of Table Mountain and marvel at the natural power of Victoria Falls. Explore Cape Town your way with a visit to The Old Biscuit Mill—a vibrant artisan and culinary market, or the District Six Museum—a memorial dedicated to the 60,000 inhabitants forced to relocate after Apartheid destroyed the area. After visiting the UNESCO World Heritage site and former prison of Nelson Mandela on Robben Island, meet ex-prison guard Christo Brand for lunch at the Amy Foundation to hear fascinating stories about one of history’s most inspirational figures. At Boschendal Wine Estate, enjoy a Farm-to-Table lunch of locally sourced foods, harvested from the Werf Food Garden and cooked to perfection by Chef Allistaire Lawrence. In Kruger National Park, adventure out on a private open-air safari in search of the Big Five. Led by professional trackers, this once in a lifetime experience unfolds the largest game reserve in South Africa. Considered to be the largest in the world, Victoria Falls truly stuns the senses as your Local Expert leads a guided walk alongside the roaring waters, refreshing mists and plummeting ravines of this awe-inspiring, worldly wonder.
Locations Visited
Cape Town, Kalk Bay, Cape Winelands, Robben Island, Skukuza, Kruger National Park, Johannesburg, Victoria Falls
Countries Visited
South Africa, Zimbabwe
Travel Style
Luxury Gold
Accommodations
11 nights included
Age Requirements
Minimum age 5
Day 1
After your private chauffeur escorts you to your hotel, dine on modern South African cuisine to begin your South Africa luxury tour.
Accommodation
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, Cape Town
Meals
Dinner
Day 2
At Cape Point Nature Reserve, explore one of the world's most pristine wildernesses. Rare wildlife sightings continue at Boulders Beach as you learn about the resident colony of African penguins before lunch overlooking Kalk Bay.
Accommodation
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, Cape Town
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Take the sweeping roads connecting the scenic bays of Cape Peninsula on one of the world’s legendary drives. Slip through the quaint beauty of Hout Bay and traverse the mountain road of Chapman’s Peak on your journey to Cape Point.
Wander the immaculate wilderness and distinctive flora of Cape Point Nature Reserve in the invigorating ocean breeze. Spot resident creatures from the sprightly reebok to the evasive eland alongside the striking Cape Mountain zebra and the legendary Cape baboons.
Pay a visit to the secluded Boulders Beach and marvel at its local residents, a colony of African penguins who can be seen frolicking in the water.
Take a seat at the elegant Harbour House in Kalk Bay for a sumptuous lunch with wine, accompanied by endless views of False Bay and the Hottentots Mountain Range rising in the distance. Dine on freshly caught fish prepared with flair.
Day 3
Join a Local Expert at The Old Biscuit Mill to sample culinary delights. Or, visit the District Six Museum’s memorial dedicated to the area destroyed during Apartheid. End the day in decadent style, enjoying drinks and views over Cape Town atop Table Mountain.
Accommodation
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, Cape Town
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Rise to the summit of Table Mountain in the famous cable car and look out to 360-degree views across Cape Town, Lion’s Head, and the Atlantic Ocean. Watch the sunset with glass in hand.
Visit the trendy The Old Biscuit Mill, a vibrant market where you’ll meet the vendors, browse the stalls and sample culinary delights.
Gain a powerful history lesson visiting the District Six Museum’s memorial dedicated to the area destroyed during Apartheid.
An opulent culinary journey awaits this evening at the award-winning fine-dining Salsify Restaurant - a meal unlike any other.
Day 4
At Vergelegen Estate, indulge in a wine tasting. At Boschendal Wine Estate savour a seasonal Farm-to-Table lunch before returning to Cape Town in a chauffeured vintage car.
Accommodation
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, Cape Town
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Savour a locally sourced lunch at Boschendal Wine Estate and return to Cape Town in a chauffeured vintage car.
Savour a delicious Farm-to-Table meal at the award-winning Werf Restaurant, renowned for its sustainability. Chef Allistaire Lawrence presents a menu guided by the seasons with local and ethically sourced produce brought to the fore in each dish.
Sip the award-winning wines of the Vergelegen Estate during a private tasting. Take a stroll through some of the 18 unique gardens of the manor house while you visit.
Day 5
Hear stories from a Local Historian and meet a former-political prisoner at UNESCO World Heritage Site, Robben Island. At the Victor Verster prison where Nelson Mandela spent the last months of his imprisonment, join a former guard for an onsite lunch at the non-profit Amy Foundation.
Accommodation
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, Cape Town
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Join Christo Brand, a former prison guard of Nelson Mandela, for lunch at the Amy Foundation to hear fascinating stories about South Africa’s first Black President, a heroic figure who stood for freedom and justice throughout the late 20th century.
Enjoy a visit to the Amy Foundation, a non-profit organisation. On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience witness how the lives of vulnerable young people are being transformed through a variety of empowering programmes. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 1 & 4: No Poverty & Quality Education.
Meet an ex-political prisoner and hear their first-hand stories on your visit to the poignant historical facility of Robben Island. Explore the former jail under the guidance of a knowledgeable Local Expert and discover the tales of Nelson Mandela’s famous exile.
Day 6
Savour your first moments in Big Five territory, Kruger National Park. The Lion Sands Lodge welcomes you with luxury suites. End the day with an evening game drive and sundowners before a feast in your suite.
Accommodation
Lion Sands Game Reserve
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Venture deep into the heart of one of the world’s largest game reserves on a thrilling three-day safari. Experience six game drives in a private, open-air safari vehicle and keep your eyes peeled for any of the Big Five.
Day 7
With the help of your expert guide, spot leopards, crocodiles, hippos and elephants on your morning game drive. Relax over high tea or join your ranger for a bush walk. Enjoy your second drive searching for rhino, buffalo and lions as the sun sets beyond the savannah.
Accommodation
Lion Sands Game Reserve
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Join your ranger for a bush walk where you can experience the thrill of tracking different wildlife.
Enjoy a relaxing high tea served in the peaceful surrounds of Lion Sands, with only birdsong for company.
Day 8
Greet the dawn for a game drive keeping an eye out for buck and towering giraffes. Savour breakfast at your villa before a leisurely birding walk. After your final evening game drive, raise a toast to adventure as you dine beneath a blanket of stars.
Accommodation
Lion Sands Game Reserve
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Dine under the twinkling stars of the Kruger sky as Lion Sands’ expert chefs prepare a sumptuous Celebration Dinner. Toast with fine local wines to your adventures in the unspoilt wilderness as you taste mouthwatering modern dishes based on traditional recipes.
Situated in the Sabi Sands, which boasts one of the planet’s highest concentrations of animal species, the Lion Sands Lodges offer exquisite luxury suites with private decks and plunge pools, and an open-air lounge and dining area, overlooking the Sabie River.
Day 9
Appreciate the skill and in-depth knowledge of your ranger and tracker on your final morning game-drive. After breakfast, your included flight takes you to Johannesburg. On arrival, transfer to your stunning inner-city hotel.
Accommodation
DAVINCI Hotel and Suites
Meals
Breakfast
Day 10
Bid farewell to the City of Gold, as you transfer to the airport for your included flight to Victoria Falls. Meet your Local Host and you are driven to your five-star hotel, surrounded by the tranquil Victoria Falls Private Game Reserve. In the evening, a hearty African feast of game and vegetable pots is served at the legendary Boma Restaurant.
Accommodation
The Stanley and Livingstone
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Embrace the vibrant atmosphere of Victoria Falls' famous Boma Restaurant as you taste a hearty traditional four-course feast by the fire. Experience the thrill of an energetic drum and dance show and perhaps even step up to join in yourself.
Day 11
Get up close to the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls on a guided walk alongside a Local Expert. Embark on an iconic sunset cruise on the renowned Zambezi River, once navigated by British explorer David Livingstone. In the evening, gather in the Livingstone Room at your hotel for a magical dinner.
Accommodation
The Stanley and Livingstone
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
See the awe inspiring Victoria Falls alongside a Local Expert who will share intriguing stories about the area’s history and folklore with you. Feel the spray as you marvel at the sheer magnitude of the waterfalls, thundering to the rocks below.
Keep an eye out for hippos, elephants, and crocodiles when you cruise along the Zambezi river at sunset. Follow in the wake of explorer David Livingstone as you navigate the waters of this mighty river in the spectacular evening light.
Toast your journey over a remarkable Celebration Dinner at the elegant Edwardian-style Livingstone Room.
Day 12
Enjoy a hearty breakfast and leisurely morning, before transferring to the airport where your journey comes to an end. Please do not book onward flights from Johannesburg before 19:00 if travelling from Victoria Falls.
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Breakfast
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Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.
In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.
On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.
Included at all hotels.
Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.
Enjoy complimentary hotel WiFi. And, on select coaches, onboard WiFi may also be available.
Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.
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