South Africa - Wildlife, Cape & Wine 8D7N

Hong Kong / Johannesburg / Hoedspruit

Arrive at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, transit to Hoedspruit.

Private transfer to Becks Safari Lodge situated in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger area, approximately 1 hour.

Arrive at the Lodge and check in. 

Afternoon, meet your game ranger and depart on a 3-hour game drive. Afternoon game drive in open game viewing vehicles in search of Africa's "'Big 5", including a sundowner stop en- route.

Dinner at the lodge.

Overnight: Karongwe Private Game Reserve 
Meal: -- / Lunch / Dinner

Karongwe Private Game Reserve 

Wake up in the early morning, enjoy a light breakfast, coffee, tea and hot chocolate served with rusk's in the main area.

Depart for a morning game drive, watch the amazing sunrise over the African bush

Breakfast will be enjoyed at the lodge after the morning outing.

Enjoy optional activities offered by the lodge:

• Sunken photo hides
• Children programs- one on one trekker course, face painting
• Tree planting experience
• Anti-poaching talks
• Interactive cooking or Bread baking
• Yoga
• Scenic Helicopter flights over Blyde Canyon or a gorge
• Stargazing

Afternoon game drive, including a sundowner, stop en- route.

Overnight: Karongwe Private Game Reserve 

Meal: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Karongwe Private Game Reserve / Franschhoek 

Morning game drive (Time permitting) followed by breakfast at the lodge.

Once you have completed your checkout formalities, you will be transferred to Hoedspruit Airport for your domestic flight to Cape Town. Meet and Greet with assistance upon arrival in Cape Town by Airport Manager.

Private transfer to the hotel situated in the picturesque Franschhoek, approximately 1 hour.

Discover Franschhoek, nestled in South Africa's Western Cape. Embraced by mountains and vineyards, this charming village showcases a captivating blend of French and local culture. With tree-lined streets, galleries, boutiques, and gourmet eateries, it's a scenic haven renowned for its wines and natural beauty.

Arrive at Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa and check in.

Enjoy leisure time for the rest of the day.

Overnight: Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa
Meal: Breakfast / -- / --

Franschhoek

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel followed by a private Cape Winelands Tour.

Head to Paarl where you will be struck by the beauty of the Valley, the pristine blue sky, the rolling vineyards and the Pearl of Paarl set high above the valley. Enjoy a wine tasting and cellar tour at Babylonstoren.

You'll then head to Stellenbosch, the second oldest town in South Africa and the historic heart of the country's wine region. In 1679, Dutch East India Company governor Simon van der Stel, recognized the fertility of this long valley on the banks of the Eerste River, as perfect for vineyards. A gracious blend of 18th-century Cape Dutch, Georgian and Victorian buildings is evident on Dorp Street, where massive oaks still shade original water furrows. Continue to the luxury Delaire Graff wine estate

Lunch at your own account.

After lunch you will be taken to Waterford Wine Estate, where you will enjoy Wine & Chocolate Pairing tasting.

Return to your hotel and enjoy leisure time for the rest of the day.

Overnight: Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa
Meal: Breakfast / -- / --

Franscchoek / Cape Town

Have breakfast in the hotel, once you have completed your checkout formalities, you will be transferred to your hotel in Cape Town.

On route enjoy a private tour of Cape Town City including Table Mountain Cableway (weather permitting)

Enjoy a morning city tour that takes you past famous landmarks such as the Castle of Good Hope, built in 1666 by the Dutch East India Company, and the City Hall, a baroque building opposite the Grand Parade. As we follow the city’s main thoroughfare, Adderley Street, we will see St George’s Cathedral and the Anglican Diocese of Nobel Peace Laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Another highlight will be our visit to the Company Gardens and Signal Hill for panoramic views of the city.

Take a cable car ride up to the summit of Table Mountain (weather permitting) for spectacular views of the City, its Waterfront, Camps Bay, the majestic mountains and possible all the way to Cape Point.

Arrive at the Commodore Hotel and check-in.

Overnight: Commodore Hotel
Meal: Breakfast / -- / --

Cape Town

Today you will be collected after your breakfast for your private Cape Peninsula tour.

On this tour, you will see why the area earned the name of The Fairest Cape. Sit back and relax, as you’re driven along the exquisite stretch of coastline known as Millionaire’s Paradise – from Clifton to Camps Bay, to the exclusive beach hamlet of Llandudno – towards the charming working harbour of Hout Bay. Enjoy a bit of time exploring the Marina Wharf before proceeding with your tour.

Head up the coast towards the charming Simon's Town to visit the enchanting African Penguin Colony. Boulder's Beach: The beautiful Boulders Beach is one of Cape Town’s most visited beaches and the only place in the world where you get close to African Penguins.

Lunch will be enjoyed at one of the restaurants in Simon's Town (For your own account)

Board your vehicle and head further down the Peninsula to explore the Cape of Good Hope Section of the Table Mountain National Park, an integral part of the world-renowned Cape Floral Kingdom.

Return to your hotel to spend the rest of your evening at leisure.

Meal: Breakfast/--/--

Cape Town

Day at leisure to explore the V&A Waterfront. Take your time exploring the diverse array of shops, from local crafts to global brands, all set against the picturesque backdrop of the harbor.

Meal: Breakfast/--/--

Cape Town / Hong Kong

You will be collected for a private transfer to Cape Town International Airport, where you'll check in for a flight back home.

- End of journey - 

Meal: Breakfast/--/--