10 days from £2,295 (pp based on two sharing, inc UK return flights)

"..Enjoy South Africas Garden Route, travelling in a small group with your own guide..."

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The world-famous Garden Route is a strip of coastline in the Cape Provinces of South Africa that offers dramatic scenery and a wealth of history, flora and fauna. On this tour you visit the main sites, travelling in a small group of no more than 6 people. Your luxury air-conditioned vehicle is driven by a THETA registered guide who shows you around and gives a real insight into this wonderful area.

Full itinerary:

Day 1 Depart the UK.

Day 2 Arrive Port Elizabeth. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.

The Beach Hotel or similar – bed and breakfast basis.

Day 3 Departing Port Elizabeth, enter the Garden Route via the high forests of the Tsitsikamma Mountains. Spectacular scenery awaits you as you cross the bridge over the Storms River, where photographic opportunities abound. Attractions to be visited through the Tsitsikamma Forest area include the Big Tree and the suspension bridge over Storms River mouth, where we will take a meal stop (not included). Continue to Nature's Valley and enjoy a short stroll on the beach. Travel to Knysna, the 'Oyster Capital' and enjoy the spectacular views of the lagoon from your hotel. Enjoy a superb dinner served in the dining room.

Pezula Resort Hotel and Spa or similar - dinner, bed and breakfast basis.

Day 4 After breakfast depart on a fascinating ocean safari adventure, where various whales, dolphins, penguins and seals can be seen in their natural habitat (weather and sea conditions permitting). Between noon and early afternoon, relax and enjoy a meal option of your choice (not included). After lunch, enjoy a lazy afternoon at the hotel, around the pool soaking up the sun. For those interested in Knysna, your driver/guide can offer an afternoon excursion into town, where you can stroll along the Knysna waterfront and do some shopping. Here, spectacular panoramic views of the lagoon may also be enjoyed. In the early evening, freshen up for an elegantly presented and sumptuous dinner at the waterfront.

Pezula Resort Hotel and Spa or similar - dinner, bed and breakfast basis .

Day 5 After breakfast, start the day with a scenic drive through Knysna, Wilderness, Dolphin Point and George. Continue over the Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn. Time permitting, an optional extra tour of the Crocodile and Cheetah Park is available. The remainder of the afternoon is spent visiting the Cango Caves for a fully guided tour. After returning to the hotel, enjoy a hearty dinner served in the elegant dining room famous for its ostrich fare and fine wines.

Rosenhof Country House or similar - dinner, bed and breakfast basis.

Day 6 After an early breakfast, our journey to Cape Town begins after a tour of a local ostrich farm. Leaving the Klein Karoo, visit the towns of Calitzdorp and Barrydale where the true diversity of landscapes is highlighted through the ever-changing semi-desert areas. Traverse the famous Route 62, passing through the towns of Robertson and on to Worcester via Montagu. The day ends with the first glimpse of Table Mountain from the top of Du Toit's Kloof Pass and drop off at your hotel.

Table Mountain Lodge. Bed and breakfast.

Day 7 At leisure in Cape Town to explore. Optional excursions available.

Table Mountain Lodge. Bed and breakfast.

Day 8 At leisure in Cape Town to explore. Optional excursions available.

Table Mountain Lodge. Bed and breakfast.

Day 9 Morning at leisure. Transfer to the airport for your flight.

Day 10 Arrive UK.

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