Classic South African AdventureEscorted Tour, South Africa

An all-encompassing South African encounter, illuminating everything from its epic wilderness to enrapturing coastline.

An inspiring introduction to Africa’s southern tip, interspersed with cultural experiences and anchored around stirring adventures, from the bush to the beach.

Look out for the ‘Big Five’ in the Kruger National Park, learn about the country’s past on the battlefields of KwaZulu Natal and fall in love with the natural beauty of this country along the Panorama Route, Garden Route, and the sweeping Cape Peninsula.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Spend two nights experiencing the traditions of the Lesedi Cultural Village

Be led on a guided visit to Liliesleaf and the Apartheid Museum

Set off on a spectacularly scenic drive along the Panorama Route

Enjoy a full-day game drive in search of the ‘Big Five’ in the Kruger National Park

Venture on an optional guided nature walk, followed by a drive to Eswatini

Learn about the battlefields of KwaZulu Natal with an expert historian

View the intriguing Cango Caves and visit an ostrich farm

Opt for a cruise into Knysna’s Featherbed Nature Reserve

Stay and sip on local labels in the heart of the Winelands

Journey through the Cape Peninsula to enjoy three incredible memorable days, embracing the splendours of Cape Town

WHAT’S INCLUDED

14 nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

Two nights in Lesedi Cultural Village and a cultural evening

Guided visits to historic Lilliesleaf Farm and the Apartheid Museum

Full day guided tour and drive along the Panorama Route, including God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, Three Rondavels Lookout

Full day game drive in the Kruger National Park

Scenic drive through Swaziland

Guided Battlefields tour, including Isandlwana and the Battle of Rorke’s Drift

Visit to Knysna Waterfront

Visit to Cango Caves, heritage guided tour and Safari Ostrich Farm

Exploration of the Cape Winelands and two wine tastings

Cape Peninsula guided tour, including Chapman’s Peak, Cape Point Nature Reserve and Simon’s Town

Visit to Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

Two lunches and dinner on five nights

Outbound flight to Johannesburg, an internal flight between Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth, and returning from Cape Town via Johannesburg

Coach travel and transfers throughout

Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

ITINERARY

Day One: Fly overnight to South Africa

Day Two: Arrival at Lesedi Cultural Village and cultural evening

Day Three: Johannesburg – Guided visits to historic Lilliesleaf and Apartheid Museum

Day Four: Transfer to the lodge in the Lowveld Mpumalanga and optional afternoon Kruger National Park game drive

Day Five: Full-day guided tour and drive along the Panorama Route

Day Six: In search of the ‘Big Five’ in Kruger National Park

Day Seven: Optional early morning nature walk and scenic journey to Eswatini

Day Eight: Drive from Eswatini to KwaZulu Natal

Day Nine: Visit to battlefields of KwaZulu Natal

Day Ten: Fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Day Eleven: Travel along the Garden Route and optional Featherbed eco experience

Day Twelve: Included visit to the Cango Caves, heritage guided tour and ostrich farm

Day Thirteen: Travel to Cape Town and visit to the Cape Winelands

Day Fourteen: Cape Peninsula guided tour

Day Fifteen: Day at leisure in with optional Robben Island tour

Day Sixteen: Afternoon transfer to the airport

Day Seventeen: Arrive back in the UK

Classic South African Adventure is located in Escorted Tour, South Africa. Accommodation rating is the operators own rating and may not be the official rating. Hotel details correct at 20/04/2023