 The Garden Route in South Africa is legendary for its awesome natural beauty. From Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, our tour journeys across spectacular mountain passes and along a pristine coastline boasting some of South Africa's top coastal and golfing resorts. From Knysna's charming waterfront and nature reserve, to ostriches and massive underground caves - the Garden Route will entertain young and old alike.
** This tour also runs in reverse (Cape Town - Port Elizabeth, with Wednesday departures)
Highlights:
. Stroll through the Tsitsikamma National Park, renowned for its age-old trees.
. Journey via ferry to the Featherbed Nature Reserve, situated at the entrance to the Knysna Lagoon.
. Discover the Cango Caves with its magnificent dripstone formations of stalactites and stalagmites.
. Enjoy an ostrich farm experience.
. The best land-based whale watching in the world is in Hermanus. (Seasonal July to November only)
Tour At a Glance
Tour Style: Small Group Tour Departs Every Sunday
Tour Start From : Daily (Min. 2 Pax)
Tour Start From : Cape Town
Tour Ends at: Port Elizabeth
Visit : Cape Town - Oudtshoorn - Knysna - Port Elizabeth
Price Starting From : USD 936
Tour Package Includes :
. Tour in air-conditioned micro-buses or 18-seater mini-buses.
. Discover South Africa with our professional Tour Guides.
. Rooms with private facilities, on a twin share basis.
. Meals included - 03 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches & 1 Dinners.
. Hotel porterage.
Tour Package Does Not Includes:
. Meals at hotels except those listed in above inclusions.
. Expenses of personal nature such as tipping, porters, laundry, telephones, etc.
. Flight charges if any.
. Visa Fees (if any).
. Pre or Post tours (Available)
Please Note:
. The internal flight between Johannesburg and Cape Town, is not included.
. In event one of the above listed hotels is not available we will substitute with similar hotel.
. Dependant on the day of departure, the Cape Peninsula and Winelands Tour may be swapped around to fit scheduled dates of departure.
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Day 1: (SUN) PORT ELIZABETH / KNYSNA (D)
We set off from the airport between 13h00 and 14h00 (and earlier if everyone has already arrived), travelling through the indigenous Tsitsikamma Forest towards the romantic seaside resort of Knysna, in the heart of the famous Garden Route, with scenic stops along the way. Dinner and overnight in Knysna.
Accommodation: Knysna Hollow Hotel or similar
Day 2: (MON) KNYSNA (BL)
Cruise on the vast Knysna Lagoon and visit the Featherbed Nature Reserve. Enjoy an amazing view of the imposing sandstone 'Heads' which guard the sea entrance to Knysna's huge tidal lagoon, and the forests, marshes and pristine beaches beyond. After lunch the remainder of the day is at leisure to enjoy this lovely and special town.
Accommodation: Knysna Hollow Hotel or similar
Day 3: (TUE) CANGO CAVES & OUDTSHOORN (BL)
This morning we enjoy the wonderful views of the spectacular Outeniqua Pass en route to Oudtshoorn, the 'feather capital of the world', so named, because it's the centre of South Africa's ostrich industry. After lunch, we learn more about these hardy, enigmatic creatures during a tour of an ostrich farm. We then head underground for a fascinating tour of the Cango Caves, one of South Africa's most incredible natural wonders. Overnight in Oudtshoorn.
Accommodation: Oudtshoorn Inn or similar
Day 4: (WED) CAPE TOWN (B)
A day of magnificent vistas. Enjoy the ever changing passing canvas as we travel to Cape Town. During the whale season we will travel via the seaside village of Hermanus in the hopes of catching a glimpse of southern right whales, which frolic offshore (July to November only). Out of season we will return to Cape Town along 'Route 62', South Africa's version of America's 'Route 66'.
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OPTIONAL PRE TOUR:
$195 USD Per person on twin share, Single supplement $ 75 USD.
(SATURDAY) PORT ELIZABETH
On arrival at Port Elizabeth Airport you will be met by a representative and transferred to your hotel. This afternoon depart on a City Tour of the 'Friendly City' of Port Elizabeth. You will be collected on Sunday for the start of your tour.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel Marine or similar
OPTIONAL POST TOUR:
$ 485 USD Per person on twin share, Single supplement $ 160 USD
(WEDNESDAY) CAPE TOWN
Check into your accommodation in Cape Town after the tour, your base for 3 nights on a bed and breakfast basis. Accommodation: Protea Hotel President or similar.
(THURSDAY) CAPE PENINSULA
Depart on a full day tour to Cape Point, drive along the Atlantic seaboard, visit Hout Bay and then continue to the Cape Point Nature Reserve, before stopping off to see the lovable penguins at Boulders Beach. Drive through the historic naval village of Simon's Town. Return to Cape Town and overnight.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel President or similar
(FRIDAY) CAPE WINELANDS
Explore the beauty of the Cape Winelands, visiting both Paarl and Stellenbosch before stopping for wine tasting at two well known estates. Visit the Huguenot Memorial and the Afrikaans Language Monument.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel President or similar
(SATURDAY) Departure
Check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport in time for your flight.
| 2010 TOUR PRICE: |
| (Valid from 01.Feb. 2010 to 30 Apr 2010) |
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| Per person on Twin sharing basis: |
USD 1046 per person |
| Single room supplement: |
USD 125 |
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| (Valid from 01 May. 2010 to 31 Aug 2010) |
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| Per person on Twin sharing basis: |
USD 936 per person |
| Single room supplement: |
USD 100 |
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| (Valid from 01 Sep. 2010 to 31 Oct 2010) |
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| Per person on Twin sharing basis: |
USD 1046 per person |
| Single room supplement: |
USD 125 |
Departures:
Small Group Tour departs every Sunday.
** This tour also runs in reverse (Cape Town - Port Elizabeth, with Wednesday departures)
3 Nights Hotels:
Accommodation will be provided on room with breakfast basis. A hotel list is as follows:--
| Places |
No. of Nights |
Hotels 3* Standard |
| Knysna |
02 Nights |
Knysna Hollow Hotel |
| Oudtshoorn |
01 Night |
Oudtshoorn Inn |
(If the above mentioned hotel is not available we will provide similar alternate).
Tour Cancellation Policy:
You may cancel your booking at any time prior to commencement of the tour by notifying us in writing, which must be signed by the person that signed the Reservation Form. If you cancel on or before 45 days before the first day of the tour, we will retain your deposit to cover our costs. In addition, if the cancellation notification is received less than 45 days prior to the first day of the tour, additional cancellation charges shall be as follows:
Amount of Cancellation Charges: -
- 45-30 Days before the first day of the tour - 50%
- 29-15 Days before the first day of the tour 75%
- Less than 14 Days before arrival 100%*
(Cancellation conditions for Maldives may differ)
Changes By You:
If you request any changes to your travel arrangements once we have confirmed a booking, all out of pocket charges, including charges imposed by our suppliers, will be payable by you, plus an amendment fee of $50.00 per revision per booking. If after the commencement of your tour you request any changes to your travel arrangements, we will do our best to implement them, but we cannot guarantee that it will be possible. In the event of such change(s) being made, you will be liable for any cancellation charges that may be levied for the previously booked service and for any costs incurred by us and our suppliers in attempting to secure any revised arrangements. Any name changes must be provided to us in writing and are subject to any airline fees or penalties.
Passports and Visas:
All Passengers are responsible for securing proper documentation prior to joining the tour. Passports are required; in addition travelers are advised to check with local consulates for full details regarding Visa requirements. Please note securing a valid visa for entry is sole responsibility of the traveler.
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