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Highlights of Southern Africa
The perfect introduction
ESCORTED
SMALL GROUP to the varied landscape
TOUR of Southern Africa, this
tour combines history
and architecture with wildlife and natural
wonders. Explore Cape Town and the
stunning scenery of the Winelands, seek out
the Big Five at Kruger National Park and be
awestruck by Victoria Falls.
YOUR
ITINER ARY
TOUR DURATION: 10 NIGHTS
h Cape Town: 4 nights
h Mpumalanga/Kruger Park: 3 nights
h Johannesburg: 1 night
h Victoria Falls/Livingstone: 2 nights
DAY 1 h On arrival in Cape Town you are met by a Kuoni
representative. Transfer to your chosen hotel and spend the
remainder of the day at leisure before enjoying a welcome
dinner at a local restaurant. Stay for four nights at the
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town (Three Star) or the
Southern Sun Waterfront (Four Star option).
DAY 2 h Ascend by cable car to the summit of the towering
Table Mountain (weather permitting) to discover stunning
views of the city and Atlantic Coast through the ‘table
cloth’ clouds. On the flat top of the mountain lies the
unique ecosystem of Table Mountain National Park, a World
Heritage Site with an estimated 2200 species of plants. On
your return, take a city tour encompassing a visit to the
Castle of Good Hope – the oldest surviving colonial building
in South Africa, and a scenic drive past the Parliament
Buildings and City Hall. Spend the afternoon at leisure,
perhaps shopping or dining at the famous V&A Waterfront.
DAY 3 h Explore the popular Cape Peninsula on a full day
tour. Absorb the pleasant beach views of Clifton and Camps
Bay en route to picturesque Hout Bay. A spectacular winding
road takes you through Chapman’s Peak (subject to road
being open) to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve.
Return through Simon’s Town and stop to visit the endearing
penguin colony at Boulders Beach. A 40 minute cruise to Seal
Island or funicular excursion up to the Cape Point lighthouse
are optional (weather permitting) (approx. 140 miles, 9 hours).
DAY 4 h Travel to the charming valley town of Franschhoek
for a visit to the Huguenot Memorial & Museum, followed
by a wine tasting at one of the 42 fine wine estates in the
region. Continue along the Winelands trail to the town of
Stellenbosch on the Eerste River, stopping at the Village
Museum and Oom Samie se Winkel – a traditional local
trading shop. Sample another selection of local wines and
enjoy a cellar tour at a second winery before returning to
Cape Town (approx. 140 miles, 9 hours).
DAY 5 h Depart your hotel early this morning to fly two hours
to Johannesburg. On arrival, drive to the Mpumalanga
province and enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure.
Stay overnight at Pine Lake Inn (Three Star) or Protea Hotel
Winkler (Four Star) (approx. 300 miles, 9-10 hours).
DAY 6 h Enjoy a thrilling full day game drive in an open
safari vehicle in the renowned Kruger National Park – one
of the oldest and largest game reserves in Africa, where
wildlife viewing opportunities are abundant. An early start
is imperative to optimise viewings, but a packed breakfast
will ease you into your morning when English speaking
rangers guide you in search of the elusive Big Five and
other animals roaming the park’s two million hectares
(approx. 150 miles, 8 hours).