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South Africa in 10 Days

The South Africa in 10 Days tour, is an itinerary we have carefully constructed that gives visitors to South Africa a wholistic and reflective experience of the country.  This 10 Day South African itinerary covers many aspects including; Cape Town, the Cape Winelands, Zululand and a quality safari in the Kruger National Park.

All transfers and day tours in the South Africa in 10 Days are doing on a privately guided basis, and high quality – value for money accommodation has been used.

Day 01   Arrive in Cape Town, South Africa

Your South Africa in 10 Days tour, commences with your arrival in Cape Town. Here you will be met and transferred to the De Waterkant Village where you check in for (3) nights on a bed and breakfast basis.

The De Waterkant Village is a collection of colourful European influenced houses & cottages, some of the cobble stoned roads & buildings dating to the 1700’s. Situated between the city and the famous V&A Waterfront, the village is a curious mix of past & present, and is home to an abundance of restaurants, art galleries & clubs.

Day 02   Full Day Tour of Cape Peninsula

This morning you will be taken on a privately guided full day tour of the Cape Peninsula, with lunch included. This is a ‘must do’ tour when in Cape Town. The tour takes you on a spectacular coastal journey through to the Cape Peninsula, and includes highlights such as:

• Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope
• Boulders Beach – Penguin Colony
• Hout Bay – optional boat trip to Seal Colony
• Simonstown historical naval base
• Fynbos vegetation
• The chance of seeing baboons, bontebok, ostriches, bird life and the Southern Right Whales (seasonal)
• Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

Day 03   Full Day Tour of City & Robben Island

This morning you will be taken on a privately guided full day tour of the city of Cape Town, followed by lunch. The after lunch you will join the public guided tour to Robben Island, which included a boat trip to the island and a guided tour of this former prison island. On returning to the mainland your guide will transfer you back to your hotel.

This tour takes a step back in time as you explore the “Mother City” of South Africa – its views, its history and its people. The tour then takes guests on a more recently historical tour to the notorious Robben Island prison where Nelson Mandela and other present day South African politicians were incarcerated. Highlights include:
• Travel by cable car to the top of the world famous Table Mountain and enjoy spectacular views of the city (weather dependant)
• City orientation tour
• The Castle of Good Hope – our first fort
• Malay Quarter
• Flower market
• Green Market Square – our oldest market
• Cruise from Cape Town to Robben Island and return with marvellous views of the city and Table Mountain
• Bus tour of the island
• Robben Island prison accompanied by a former prisoner
• Nelson Mandela’s cell

Day 04   Full Day Wineland Tour & Franschoek

This morning you check out of the hotel and will be taken on a privately guided full day tour of the Cape winelands, with lunch included.  The tour of the Cape Winelands is characterized by the backdrop of majestic mountains, lush valleys, quaint villages and scenic vineyards. Highlights include:
• Stellenbosch, tree lined streets, historical architecture, alfresco cafés and good shopping
• Franschhoek Valley with its endless mountain vistas
• Paarl – “the pearl of the Cape” – home to the Afrikaans language
• Cape Dutch architecture – visit the acclaimed Boschendal Manor House
• Wine tasting on some of the finest Cape Wine Estates
• Cellar tour

At the end of the tour you will be dropped off at the Franschoek Country House in the quaint village of Franschoek. Here you overnight on a bed and breakfast basis.  Nestled in the picturesque wine valley of Franschhoek. This intimate hotel, offers luxury and relaxation to discerning travellers. The restored manor house and former perfumery date back to late 1800s. Situated on the edge of the Franschoek village, the hotel is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and majestic mountains.

Day 05   Cape Winelands to Zululand

This morning you will be collected from Franschoek Country House
and transferred to the Cape Town International Airport where you board your flight to Durban, in the province of Kwa Zulu Natal.

Here you will be met and transferred to Eshowe, where you check in at the Chennells Guest House for (2) nights on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis.  Chennels Guest House forms part of an old Victorian Home. It commands sweeping views of green Zululand. An ideal place, from which to explore and experience the Zulu culture.

Day 06   Full Day Zulu Cultural Experience

This day in the South Africa in 10 days Tour, exposes you to some true Zulu culture (as opposed to the ‘traditional’ cultural villages that are far too common). You will be taken on a full day tour of rural Kwa Zulu Natal, where the focus is on experiencing Zulu culture as it is today. Lunch is included, and you will return to the guest house in the late afternoon.

Today you experience real Zulu Cultural of a rural village as it is today. On this excursion guests meet and interact with local people. The easy approach of this tour reflects true African life, and is an eye opener to any visitor coming from a first world counrty. You will meet the local Zulus who for the most part have next to no material possesions, but yet are rich in knowledge and life. Guests witness the day to day chores of a Zulu village, locally used tools and crafts, vegetable gardens and depending on the day a possible visit to a Zionist Church to enjoy the beautiful sounds of Zulu people in song. This tour is a real cultural experience, there are no people waiting for your arrival to perform anything.

Day 07   Zululand to Rhino Post Safari Lodge, Kruger Park

This morning you will be transferred to Durban Airport, where you board your flight to Nelspruit, in the province of Mpumalanga. Here you will be met and transferred into the Kruger National Park for the start of the safari section of the South Africa in 10 Days tour.  Here you check in at the Rhino Post Safari Lodge for (1) night on a fully inclusive basis.

Rhino Post Safari Lodge is nestled in an exclusive concession of 12000 hectares of pristine bushveld. Home to all many of South African wildlife, including the big 5.

Day 08   Rhino Post Safari Lodge to Plains Camp, Kruger Park

This morning after your game drive safari and breakfast, you will be transferred to the Plains Camp where you spend the next (2) night s on a luxury walking safari on a fully inclusive basis.

Day 09   Plains Camp, Kruger Park

On safari at the Plains Camp, Kruger National Park. Plains Camp in the Kruger Park offers a high quality walking safari in that embraces all aspects of a safari, from big game and ancient trees, to breathtaking landscapes and dung beetles.

The camp, built and decorated in an African explorer theme, has just four luxury safari tents, thus sleeping only a maximum of 8 adults. Each tent has ensuite facilities with hot and cold running water, toilets and comfortable beds.

Day 10   Kruger Park to Johannesburg

This morning after your last safari and breakfast you will be transferred back to Rhino Post Safari Lodge, where you will be collected and transferred back to the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport near Nelspruit. Here you board your flight to Johannesburg, which marks the end of the South Africa in 10 Days tour.

Tour Cost (Quoted in ZAR)

Oct 2011 – Apr 2012
ZAR 24550 pp sharing

May – Aug 2012
ZAR 23 055 pp sharing

Sep – Oct 2012
ZAR 24 800 pp sharing

Cost Includes:
04 nights accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis
02 nights accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis
03 nights accommodation on a fully inclusive basis: Rhino Post & Plains Camp only:
Accommodation
All meals
Local drinks (Plains Camp only)
Teas / coffees & snacks
Twice daily game viewing activities (Game drives at Rhino Post & Walking safaris at Plains Camp)

All road transfers as per itinerary
Private Sightseeing day tours in Cape Town as per itinerary
Four lunches on day tours as specified
Full day Zulu cultural excursion
Tourism levy of 1 %

Flights:
Cape Town – Durban one way excl taxes (British Airways V class)
Durban - Nelspruit one way excl taxes (SAA Saver Class)
Nelspruit - Johannesburg one way excl taxes (SAA Saver Class)

Cost Excludes:
Visas if required
Meals not specified
Airport taxes for local flights
Personal items and gratuities
Bar accounts