Enjoy the highlights of the Garden Route on this classic guided tour. Drink in the scenic beauty of the Overberg before moving onto the famous Knysna Heads and the lush forests of Tsitsikamma. End this journey in Oudtshoorn, South Africa’s ostrich capital, before returning to Cape Town.
Highlights
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1 Night | Swellendam | Klippe Rivier Country House or Similar
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2 Nights | Plettenberg Bay | Hog Hollow Country Lodge or Similar
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1 Night | Oudtshoorn | Rosenhof Country house or Similar
This group tour is conducted in an air-conditioned vehicle by an English speaking guide and departs from Cape Town weekly on Mondays. The tour includes standard accommodation and meals as indicated.
Terms & Conditions Apply. E.&O.E.
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Day 1 to 2 | Cape Town to Swellendam
This morning you will depart from Cape Town over the Hottentots-Holland Mountains via Sir Lowry’s Pass into a region of immense beauty. Stop at the Hamilton Russell Vineyards near Hermanus for a tour & tasting of the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley terroir driven wines. During whale season (June to December), also stop in Hermanus which boasts the best land based whale watching along its cliff path. Enjoy an optional eco-marine and whale watching (seasonal) boat trip. Continue to Swellendam – the third oldest settlement in South Africa. (D)
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Day 2 to 3 | Swellendam to Garden Route
This morning you will depart Swellendam and travel to the lagoon-side town of Knysna – gem of the Garden Route. Enjoy some time at leisure at the Knsysa Waterfront Complex before embarking on an excursion to the Featherbed Nature Reserve, located on the western Knysna Head. Ferry across the lagoon to the base of the western head, followed by a drive to the top of the reserve and an optional 2.2 kilometre downhill nature trail walk. End the tour with a delicious lunch served under the shade of the milkwood trees. On return to the mainland, continue your journey to Plettenberg Bay. (B, L, D)
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Day 3 to 4 | Knysna and Plettenberg Bay
After breakfast, get up-close-and-personal with nature at the Knysna Elephant Park. Resident African elephants and the well-informed guides, help you to learn about the sad and mystical story of the Knysna Elephants. You will have the opportunity to touch, feed and photograph these gentle giants. This afternoon, travel to the breath-taking Tsitsikamma National Park, described as the ‘garden of the Garden Route’. Enjoy a walk along the suspension bridge across the Storms River mouth gorge offering incredible views and photo opportunities. Spend some time at leisure in the town of Plettenberg Bay – ‘millionaires’ playground’ – before returning to your lodge. (B, D)
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Day 4 to 5 | Plettenberg Bay to Oudtshoorn
This morning you will depart from Plettenberg Bay. The tour winds its way through George and via the spectacular Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn. Visit an ostrich show farm for a guided tour and lunch. Continue to the Cango Caves – one of the natural wonders of the world and which has become a major draw-card to the Karoo area. Following this visit of discovery, check into your overnight accommodation. (B, L, D)
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Day 5 | Oudtshoorn to Cape Town
Depart Oudtshoorn this morning and travel along the famous Route 62 to Cape Town. The ever changing colours of the majestic mountains, scenic passes, rivers, vineyards and orchards offer you an unforgettable kaleidoscope of scenic tranquility. Stop at the quaint Country Pumpkin Restaurant near Barrydale for lunch (to own account). After lunch, enjoy a slow drive to Cape Town where your tour ends in the early evening at the airport or your hotel. (B)
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Relax in the luxury accommodation offered by Hog Hollow Country Lodge situated just outside of Plettenberg Bay in the Garden Route region of South Africa.
- Our Rating:
- Luxury
- Rates:
- From $145 USD Per Person Sharing
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Stay in five star comforts at this lovingly restored Victorian Manor just outside of Oudtshoorn. Individually furnished luxury rooms and suites boast all of the amenities you will need and this elegant hotel also has a swimming pool, wellness centre, gym, Jacuzzi, sauna and a cordon bleu kitchen.
- Our Rating:
- Luxury
- Rates:
- From $261 USD Per Person Sharing
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This group tour is conducted in an air-conditioned vehicle by an English speaking guide and departs from Cape Town weekly on Mondays. The tour includes standard accommodation and meals as indicated.
Terms & Conditions Apply. E.&O.E.
