GARDEN ROUTE SPLENDOUR

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. ** Itinerary runs in reverse on Wednesday's, please contact us for rates. ** Pre / post tour packages in Port Elizabeth & Capetown are available, please contact us for rates. 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, Min 2 Passengers Tour Departure : Sunday's Validity: Dec 2010 - 31 Oct 2011 Tour Start From : Port Elizabeth Tour Ends at: Cape Town Visit : Port Elizabeth - Knysna - Oudtshoorn - Capetown Price Starting From : USD 924 Tour Package Includes : • 3 night's accommodation on twin share basis with breakfast daily • Tour in air-conditioned micro-buses or 18-seater mini-bus • Professional English speaking tour guide • 2 lunches en-route & 1 dinner • Sightseeing & entrance fees as listed in the itinerary • Hotel porterage Tour Package Does Not Includes: • Meals not specified as being included • Beverages with meals • Items of a personal nature • Tips & Gratuities • Optional tours • Travel Insurance • Airfare to South Africa • Any applicable visa's • Items not mentioned as being included

B = Breakfast, L - Lunch, D = Dinner

Day 1: Sunday Port Elizabeth - Knysna
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. (D)

Day 2: Monday Knysna
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. (B, L)

Day 3: Tuesday Knysna - Oudtshoorn
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. (B, L)

Day 4: Wedbesday Oudtshoorn - Capetown
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'. (B)

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Tour Dates	Price per person based on twin share
01 Nov 2010 - 30 Apr 2011 / 01 Sep 2010 - 31 Oct 2011
Per person, twin share:	$USD 988
Per person, single:	$USD 1171
01 May 2011 - 31 Aug 2011
Per person, twin share:	$USD 924
Per person, single:	$USD 1111

Places	No. of Nights	Standard Hotels
Knysna	02 Nights	Knysna Hollow or similar
Oudtshoorn	01 Night	Oudtshoorn Inn or similar

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.