11 days / 10 nights from per adult
11 days / 10 nights from per adult

Overview

A guaranteed small group set-departure tour, starting in Cape Town and ending in Gqeberha. Embark on an exhilarating 10-night Seat-in-Coach journey from vibrant Cape Town through the scenic Garden Route to thrilling safaris in the Greater Addo region. Discover Table Mountain, the Cape Peninsula’s dramatic coasts, Route 62’s charm, Cango Caves, ostrich farms, the Tsitsikamma forest, giraffe walks, and an Addo Elephant National Park safari.

Tour highlights

  • 10 nights accommodation
  • Breakfast daily, 3x dinners and 1x lunch
  • Airport transfers (arrival Cape Town, departure Port Elizabeth)
  • Half day Cape Town City Tour (Table Mountain cableway tickets excluded)
  • Full day Cape Peninsula Tour (includes entrances to Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Beach)
  • Guided tours at Cango Caves and Safari Ostrich Farm
  • Guided tour at Monkeyland in Plettenberg Bay
  • Bellevue Forest Reserve – 2x afternoon/sunset game drives, 1xgiraffe walking safari, 1x morning game drive
  • Half day Addo Elephant National Park Game Drive, including park fee and lunch
11 days / 10 nights from per adult

Day-to-day itinerary

Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel where you will spend the rest of the day and evening at your own leisure.

You will be met by your guide in your hotel reception area and taken on a Half Day Cape Town City
Orientation Tour to learn about Cape Town’s rich history and vibrant cultures. The day starts with
a cableway trip to the top of one of the World’s Natural Wonders – Table Mountain, also the city’s
most iconic and recognisable landmark. Explore the walking trails at the top and take in the many
different views point across the City Bowl, Table Bay, Atlantic Seaboard and Peninsula.
From Table Mountain your guide will take you back down into the city to visit the colourful Bo Kaap
(Cape Malay Quarter), enjoy a walk through the Company Gardens and Greenmarket Square and an
orientation drive taking in some of the important historical buildings (for example the Castle of
Good Hope – South Africa’s oldest building), streets and features.

Highlights:

  • Table Mountain and the aerial cableway (weather depending, cableway tickets for own account)
  • Bo-Kaap – one of the city’s most Instagrammable spots thanks to its picturesque colourful houses and cobblestone streets
  • The Company Gardens – a large public park lined with oak trees and surrounded by iconic historical buildings, museums and art galleries
  • Orientation drive to see The Castle of Good Hope, City Hall, Grand Parade and Adderley Street with its many statues and historical buildingsThe rest of the day will be at your own leisure, you can choose from a wide range of optional
    activities and excursions that Cape Town has to offer
Breakfast

You will be met by your guide in your hotel reception area and taken on a Full Day Cape Peninsula
Tour. Cape Town is frequently acknowledged and awarded as being one of the world’s most
beautiful places – this tour will show you why! Experience the spectacular natural splendour and
abundance of life of the Cape Peninsula. With scenic views to take your breath away and photo
opportunities galore this trip also takes you through a World Heritage Site – the Cape Floral
Kingdom.

Highlights:

  • Drive along the Atlantic Sea Board passing the beautiful beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay
  • Photo stop at Maidens Cove to take in the views of the Twelve Apostles mountain range, Camps Bay Beach and Lions Head
  • Stop at Hout Bay Harbour – a busy fishing harbour
  • Optional boat ride to Duiker Island to see the Cape Fur Seals
  • Chapman’s Peak Drive – known as one of the World’s most beautiful drives
  • Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point – most South-Western point of Africa and the southern tip of the Cape Peninsula, spectacular scenery
  • False Bay Coastal Road – look out for whales between June and November
  • Visit the comical African Penguins at Boulders Beach
  • Simon’s Town – home to South Africa’s Naval Base
  • Picturesque drive past Kalk Bay and Muizenberg – see the famous colourful beach huts
Breakfast

09.00 You will be met by your guide in your hotel reception area and taken on a Full Day Cape
Winelands Tour. Situated only 45 minutes away from Cape Town, the Cape Winelands are
surrounded by majestic mountains, beautiful vineyards and typical Cape Dutch style architecture.
The Cape Winelands include the towns of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl and are home to
more than 150 wine estates and wine farms producing top-quality world- class wines. This region is
also highly acclaimed for its many award-winning restaurants.

Highlights:

  • 3 Wine Tastings, with a chocolate OR cheese and wine pairing included, at various wine
    estates
Breakfast

420km Approximate driving time 5 hours (7 hours with stops)
This morning your driver-guide will meet you at your hotel reception (please ensure your bags are
packed and you have checked out of the hotel) at 09.00 to depart on the next leg of your South
African adventure – exploring the beautiful Garden Route.
Travel along the famous Route 62 from the Cape Winelands en route to Oudtshoorn. This route has
previously been named “World’s Best Road Trip Destination” by CNN! There are lots of interesting
stops and places to discover along the way and it is also known to be “The World’s Longest Wine
Route”. A good place to stop about halfway through the journey is Barrydale, where there a few
options for lunch (for your own account).
Check-in at your accommodation and enjoy the peaceful and picturesque setting on a working
ostrich farm. Dinner (for your own account) can either be enjoyed at your accommodation or at a
restaurant in the town.

Breakfast

You will be met by your guide in your hotel reception area at 09.00 sharp and taken on a full day
trip in Oudtshoorn. After the tour you will travel to Knysna which lies 120km (2-hours drive) from
Oudtshoorn, traveling over the spectacular Outeniqua Pass and onto the Garden Route.
Your first stop will be at the Cango Caves, which are situated 30km / 30-minutes’ drive outside of
Oudtshoorn. Here you will join the Heritage Tour at 11.00 – an easy walk through the first six
largest and most spectacular halls and continuing through to the “African Drum room”. This tour
commences with information on the real discoverers and inhabitants of the cave and then winds its
way through the rest of the Caves’ cultural and historical heritage. A comfortable walk through the
most majestic of the cave chambers. Experienced and knowledgeable guides will accompany you
on this journey of discovery and knowledge which takes around 1-hour to complete.
Your next stop for the day is Safari Ostrich Farm for a guided tractor tour where you will get to
meet and learn more about these large flightless birds that have had such a big impact on the
economy of the town. This tour also takes 1-hour, after which you can shop for some ostrich leather
products in the shop.
You will then travel to Knysna, arriving at your hotel in the late afternoon.

Breakfast

Today you will visit the neighbouring town of Plettenberg Bay and enjoy a tour of Monkeyland. The
afternoon you will be at your own leisure and there are optional activities you might choose to join.
Optional Activities in the Knysna Area:

– Kayak or SUP (stand up paddle) on the Lagoon
– Whale Watching boat excursion
– Sunset Cruise or Sunset Sail
– Champagne & Oysters Cruise
– Lagoon Cruise

Breakfast

After breakfast at your hotel you will travel into the Eastern Cape Province to your safari
destination. En-route visit the Storms River Mouth, part of Tsitsikamma for a walk through the
forest.
Check-in at your luxury tent at Bellevue and enjoy your first afternoon game drive. Dinner will be
back at the camp.
Discover an authentic Eastern Cape Safari at Bellevue Forest Reserve — a malaria-free, private
reserve just a short drive from Addo Elephant National Park. Enjoy thrilling Big 5 Game Drives,
intimate Giraffe Tracking Walks, and guided Addo Safaris in open vehicles.
With luxury accommodation, expert rangers, and a deep commitment to conservation, Bellevue
offers a truly unforgettable blend of adventure, comfort, and African wilderness charm. This is
Africa at its most authentic — untamed, breathtaking, and profoundly moving.

Half Board

This morning join a giraffe tracking safari on foot in the 2500-hectare private game reserve. In the
afternoon enjoy another safari game drive on the reserve.

Giraffe Tracking Experience (The Giraffe Walking Safari):
Walk among giants on Bellevue’s signature Giraffe Tracking Experience — an intimate and aweinspiring encounter that allows guests to observe these graceful animals on foot in their natural
environment. Accompanied by a qualified guide and conservation ranger, embark on a mini game
drive and walking safari. You’ll learn about Giraffe behaviour, feeding
patterns, and conservation importance while maintaining a respectful distance. This
immersive experience brings guests closer to nature in a truly humbling and unforgettable way.

Big 5 Game Drive:
Discover the magic of the African wilderness on a Big 5 Game Drive through Bellevue Forest
Reserve. Led by experienced and passionate rangers, guests are taken deep into pristine bushveld
where Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Leopard, and Rhino roam freely. Each drive offers a chance to
witness the raw beauty of nature — from spectacular wildlife encounters to breathtaking African
sunsets. Morning drives greet you with the sounds of the waking bush and fresh coffee stops, while
afternoon safaris transition into golden-hour sightings and starlit returns to camp

Half Board

Extend your adventure with a Half Day Guided Safari into the world-renowned Addo Elephant
National Park, located just a short drive from Bellevue Forest Reserve. Explore Addo in open gameviewing vehicles and experience diverse landscapes teeming with wildlife — from the iconic Addo
elephant herds to zebra, kudu, warthog, and a variety of birdlife. Expert guides share fascinating
insights into the park’s history, ecology, and its role in conservation, ensuring a rewarding and
educational experience. Perfect for guests seeking a deeper exploration of the Eastern Cape’s
wildlife heritage

Half Board

This morning you will enjoy your final morning game drive (time permitting) before your transfer to
Port Elizabeth Airport for your departure flight.

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