Upon arrival at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met and guided to the shuttle transfer (driver only, no escort) to the hotel.
The rest of the day is free to relax or explore at leisure. At 19:00, everyone will gather in the hotel reception area for a welcome briefing and an opportunity to meet fellow travelers
Accommodation:
Protea Hotel OR Tambo or similar
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Experience the perfect blend of style, comfort and convenience at Protea Hotel O.R. Tambo Airport. This modern hotel, located in gorgeous Kempton Park, Johannesburg, makes the ideal landing point for ambitious business travelers as well as those seeking to explore the wonders of the city. Embark from O.R. Tambo International Airport via the free airport shuttle and arrive at the hotel lobby in minutes. Enjoy upscale amenities including an outdoor pool, popular flight simulator and delicious on-site dining at The Warehouse, the aviation-themed international fusion restaurant. Relax after a long day in modern, comfortable rooms featuring soundproof windows, plush bedding and marble bathrooms.
This morning, the journey continues to Mpumalanga, descending several hundred feet into the lush, subtropical Lowveld region. You will travel along the scenic Panorama Route, stopping at breathtaking viewpoints including the Blyde River Canyon—home to the iconic Three Rondavels and considered one of Africa’s natural wonders. Highlights also include the stunning vistas from God’s Window and a visit to the fascinating rock formations at Bourke’s Luck Potholes.
Accommodation:
Hippo Hollow Country Estate or similar
*Breakfast included
Hippo Hollow Country Estate
Hippo Hollow Country Estate offers elegant rooms on the edge of the Sabie River in Hazyview, 20 minutes’ drive from the Kruger National Park. It includes 2 outdoor swimming pools, a barbecue terrace and a restaurant where guests can spot hippos whilst they dine. This family-friendly hotel is within close proximity of Shangana Cultural Village and Hazyview Elephant Sanctuary.
The day begins early with an exciting exploration of Kruger National Park in a closed vehicle. For those seeking a more adventurous experience, an optional open-vehicle game drive is available at an additional cost.
Kruger National Park, spanning nearly 2 million hectares, is one of the most famous game reserves in the world and is home to the largest variety of wildlife species in Africa. Guests are also encouraged to look out for the park’s diverse birdlife and unique plant species.
Return to the hotel around lunchtime, with the afternoon free to relax at leisure.
Accommodation:
Hippo Hollow Country Estate or similar
*Breakfast included
Hippo Hollow Country Estate
Hippo Hollow Country Estate offers elegant rooms on the edge of the Sabie River in Hazyview, 20 minutes’ drive from the Kruger National Park. It includes 2 outdoor swimming pools, a barbecue terrace and a restaurant where guests can spot hippos whilst they dine. This family-friendly hotel is within close proximity of Shangana Cultural Village and Hazyview Elephant Sanctuary.
This morning, travel to eSwatini (Swaziland), an independent Kingdom within the borders of South Africa, known for its lovely scenery, crafts, and colourful indigenous culture. An interactive cultural experience introduces you to the charming people of eSwatini and their traditions.
You will travel south to the hotel, set among the scenic mountain peaks of eSwatini (Swaziland), where you will spend the night.
Accommodation:
Piggs Peak Hotel or similar
*Breakfast included
Piggs Peak Hotel and Casino
Piggs Peak Hotel & Casino is a 3-star resort nestled in the pine-covered highlands of northern Eswatini, offering panoramic views of the Makhonjwa Mountains. The hotel features 104 rooms and suites, each with a private balcony, en-suite bathroom, satellite TV, and tea/coffee-making facilities. Guests can enjoy amenities such as a casino, outdoor pool, tennis and squash courts, fitness center, spa, and various dining options. The hotel is conveniently located near attractions like Phophonyane Falls, Maguga Dam, and Sibebe Rock, making it an ideal destination for leisure, business, and nature enthusiasts.
After breakfast, journey through eSwatini (Swaziland), visiting Ngwenya Glass, where a small group of eSwati craftsmen and women create beautifully handmade items from recycled glass. The next stop is The Swazi Candles Centre, where you will experience local artisans creating colourful, handmade candles. The journey continues into the Kingdom of KwaZulu-Natal where ancient traditions and modern cultures of both Zulu and Settler have combined into a vibrant society living in peace and harmony.
Arrive at your hotel in the late afternoon for an overnight.
Accommodation:
Anew Hotel Hluhluwe or similar
*Breakfast included
Anew Hotel Hluhluwe & Safaris
ANEW Hotel Hluhluwe offers a wide variety of affordable holiday accommodation including a 5-star self-catering safari lodge for a true bush experience. The hotel also offers packages for corporate and government guests with a wide range of intimate conferencing venues in the Zululand area.
The Idyllic African Centerpiece is nestled between the Hluhluwe Game Reserve – home to the Big Five, and the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park, a world heritage site. Here you will experience the wild nature of Africa, rejoice in the luxury and revel in the friendly warmth of one of Africa’s most welcoming hotels.
You have the option to join a morning open-vehicle game drive in the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve (at your own expense) before continuing on to Durban. Upon arrival, an orientation tour showcases the city's highlights, including the Golden Mile, beachfront promenade, Point Waterfront, and harbour. The tour ends with a visit to the Durban Botanic Gardens before arriving at the hotel in the late afternoon.
Accommodation:
Protea Hotel Umhlanga Ridge or similar
*Breakfast included
Protea Hotel by Marriott Umhlanga
The hotel in uMhlanga is your gateway to golden beaches, lush surroundings and the exhilaration of holidaying in an idyllic part of Durban. If you want stunning views overlooking the KwaZulu-Natal coast, look no further than Protea Hotel uMhlanga. The modern hotel in centrally located in the heart of uMhlanga Rocks, situated 18 km from King Shaka International Airport, just a few minutes from the beach and 10 minutes to Durban city center. The hotel offers friendly service and comfortable accommodations that are all elegantly and stylishly furnished. Most of the hotel's 260 modern rooms feature breath-taking partial sea views, and is the ideal place to stay for that perfect family getaway.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast or perhaps explore the bustling Umhlanga Beach with a stroll along the Promenade mile that buzzes with energy as surfers, joggers and cyclists take to this seaside playground. Then head into the majestic Southern Drakensberg Mountains. Visit the impressive 300-foot-high Howick Falls, located in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands town of Howick. The journey continues through the Southern Midlands Meander Route, arriving at the hotel, situated on a scenic World Heritage site, mid-afternoon.
Your afternoon is at leisure to soak up the surroundings, or enjoy fishing, hiking and even horse riding in clean mountain air (all activities are optional and for own account). Sit down to a sumptuous dinner at your hotel.
Accommodation:
Drakensberg Gardens Hotel or similar
*Breakfast and Dinner included
Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort
Poised on a scenic 860-hectare World Heritage site, Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort is a one-of-a-kind retreat for guests looking to reconnect, relax and unwind. Venture into the great outdoors, with mountain bike trails, hiking, horse riding, canoeing or trout fishing, or zip down the 150m long zip line across the valley and over the river. Play a round of golf on the Southern Drakensberg's only 18-hole NGU rated golf course. You can also pamper yourself at the spa and wellness centre, or simply relax beside the hot and cold swimming pools while the children play on the slide at children's water park.
Enjoy a full day at leisure to soak up the surroundings of the magnificent Southern Drakensberg Mountains. There are also many leisure activities to be enjoyed at the Resort. Consider joining a thrilling 4x4 tour up the spectacular Sani Pass into the mountain Kingdom of Lesotho (optional and for own account). Enjoy an evening dinner at your hotel with a wide variety of local specialities to choose from.
Accommodation:
Drakensberg Gardens Hotel or similar
*Breakfast and Dinner included
Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort
Poised on a scenic 860-hectare World Heritage site, Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort is a one-of-a-kind retreat for guests looking to reconnect, relax and unwind. Venture into the great outdoors, with mountain bike trails, hiking, horse riding, canoeing or trout fishing, or zip down the 150m long zip line across the valley and over the river. Play a round of golf on the Southern Drakensberg's only 18-hole NGU rated golf course. You can also pamper yourself at the spa and wellness centre, or simply relax beside the hot and cold swimming pools while the children play on the slide at children's water park.
This morning, continue south to the Eastern Cape, entering the fourth of the provinces and the birthplace of Nelson Mandela (fondly known as Madiba). En route and see the old traditional way of life in the former homeland area known as the Transkei, and stop for lunch (own account) outside the capital of Mthata. Travel past Nelson Mandela’s birthplace and house, arriving late afternoon at your accommodation in Chinsta East, on the beautiful, unspoilt Eastern Cape Coast. A delicious dinner with local delicacies awaits you at your lodge.
Accommodation:
Crawford’s Beach Lodge or similar
*Breakfast and Dinner included
Crawfords Beach Lodge & Cabins
A family run holiday resort offering luxury wild coast accommodation, gourmet cuisine and a wide variety of adventurous or relaxing activities to suit the whole family. Create everlasting memories in the unspoilt Wild Coast region of the Eastern Cape. A mere 42 km from East London, Crawfords Beach Lodge is situated in the scenic Chintsa East village, set along a breath-taking coastline.
Awake to the sounds of the crashing waves and have the morning at leisure to unwind with beach sand between your toes. The beach stretches on uninterrupted for many kilometres and the thick indigenous beach forest is a haven for an amazing variety of birdlife. Set off heading south to the Tsitsikamma Forest.
Accommodation:
Tsitsikamma Village Inn or similar
*Breakfast included
Tsitsikamma Village Inn
The Hotel’s Hunters Pub was a hunting lodge that was built in 1841 to accommodate hunters that walked into the area to hunt game in the surrounding forests. In 1860, Thomas Bain constructed the road from Plettenberg Bay to Kareedouw through the Tsitsikamma. This 184 km road took 4 years to complete with the help of 200 convicts. Just past the Tsitsikamma Village Inn is the original pass – at the time the pass was so narrow, it was only open to traffic in one direction each day. Travellers waiting for their turn used to outspan in the Hotel’s ground.
After a leisurely breakfast, visit the spectacularly beautiful Tsitsikamma Forest, which provides scenic walking opportunities. A short walk to the Storms River Mouth offers some magnificent views of the gorge and river below.
Arrive in Knysna, known as the oyster box of South Africa, for check-in at your hotel. Enjoy a dinner filled with culinary delights at the hotel’s trendy restaurant.
Accommodation:
The Rex Hotel Inn or similar
*Breakfast and Dinner included
aha The Rex Hotel
Knysna is a haven of beaches, forests, lakes and sea, and aha The Rex Hotel is one of this coastal town’s most sophisticated accommodation offerings. A warm welcome and timeless elegance ensure guests enjoy a special experience during their stay at aha The Rex Hotel, as we promise superior service and exceptional comfort time and again.
Located on the world-famous Garden Route, aha The Rex Hotel is a celebration of urban style, making it one of the most exhilarating getaway destinations in its class. Expect an eclectic mix of modern and classic comforts that capture the essence of 4-star luxury. The O Bar & Eatery serves Buffet Breakfast daily in a contemporary setting with cuisine that is beautifully presented and prepared using only the freshest ingredients that Knysna has to offer. aha The Rex Hotel offers travellers a gateway to Knysna’s outstanding restaurants, blossoming forests, nature reserves, arts and crafts, and the shores of the serene lagoon.
After breakfast, travel inland over the spectacular Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn, known as the ‘feather capital of the world’ because of its ostrich industry. Visit a working ostrich farm and then explore the famous Cango Caves, with a walk around its magnificent dripstone formations of stalactites and stalagmites.
Accommodation:
Protea Hotel Riempie Estate or similar
*Breakfast included
Protea Hotel by Marriott Oudtshoorn Riempie Estate
Protea Hotel by Marriott Oudtshoorn Riempie Estate is a 3-star hotel located in a tranquil, farm-like setting on the outskirts of Oudtshoorn, South Africa. The hotel features well-appointed thatched rondavels and chalets, offering a cozy country atmosphere. It is conveniently situated near popular attractions such as the Cango Caves, crocodile and ostrich farms, and the town's central business district. Guests can enjoy amenities like an outdoor swimming pool, conference facilities accommodating up to 120 delegates, and an on-site restaurant serving traditional South African cuisine.
Today’s journey travels along the famous Route 62 and through the Little Karoo, ending in Cape Town. On the way, stop off to sample top quality port style wines in Calitzdorp, before continuing via Worcester and the Huguenot Tunnel, arriving in Cape Town in the late afternoon.
Accommodation:
SunSquare Cape Town Gardens or similar
*Breakfast included
Distrance travelled today: 420kms
SunSquare Cape Town Gardens
Situated near the Cape Town city bowl in the lush suburb of Gardens, the SunSquare hotel offers visitors fresh, unique accommodation that is comfortable and vibrant. The hotel's 136 contemporary and well-appointed en-suite rooms are equipped with a host of amenities, which include flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi and more.
Zepi Grill and Bar restaurant offers an exciting dining experience for hotel guests including the vibrant alfresco terrace. The hotel also offers a gym for the use of its guests, as well as a magnificent outdoor pool in the gardens.
You will have a full day at leisure to enjoy Cape Town at your own pace. Optional activities (at own cost) include a city and Table Mountain tour, a full-day excursion to the picturesque Cape Winelands, or a scenic Cape Peninsula tour known for its dramatic coastline and natural beauty. Despite its small size, Cape Town offers a wealth of attractions, from vibrant craft markets to excellent bars, cafés, and restaurants. Alternatively, you may choose to unwind on one of the city’s beautiful beaches
Accommodation:
SunSquare Cape Town Gardens or similar
*Breakfast included
SunSquare Cape Town Gardens
Situated near the Cape Town city bowl in the lush suburb of Gardens, the SunSquare hotel offers visitors fresh, unique accommodation that is comfortable and vibrant. The hotel's 136 contemporary and well-appointed en-suite rooms are equipped with a host of amenities, which include flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi and more.
Zepi Grill and Bar restaurant offers an exciting dining experience for hotel guests including the vibrant alfresco terrace. The hotel also offers a gym for the use of its guests, as well as a magnificent outdoor pool in the gardens.
This morning after breakfast, check out of the hotel by 11h00. The remainder of the day will be at leisure until your transfer to Cape Town International airport
*Breakfast included
Minimum 2 guests / Maximum 40 guests.
What's included:
18 Meals: 14 breakfasts, 4 dinners, including gratuities 14 Nights’ accommodation including porterage Transportation, including toll fees, in air-conditioned vehicles Services of a professional English-speaking tour guide Entrance fees as specified in the itineraryPlease Note:
This tour travels through eSwatini (Swaziland) and Lesotho. Please check visa requirements, as certain nationalities may require visas to travel through eSwatini (Swaziland) and Lesotho.
Transportation is in air-conditioned touring vehicles appropriate to the requirements of the tour
2 guests will travel in a sedan vehicle 3-10 guests will travel in a 13-seater vehicle 11-12 guests will travel in a 15-seater vehicle 13-40 guests will travel in a coachOne suitcase and one overnight bag per person are allowed.Selected Departure Dates:May - 4June - 1July - 6August - 3,31October - 5
