Overview
Experience the vibrant cities, stunning landscapes, and diverse wildlife of South Africa on this 15-day itinerary. From the cultural melting pot of Cape Town to the bustling city of Johannesburg and the wildlife wonders of Kruger National Park, this trip offers a perfect blend of urban exploration and natural beauty.
Highlights
- Taste the diverse flavors of Cape Town on a food tour
- Sip the day away in the Cape Winelands
- Learn the lessons of Johannesburg’s historic Soweto Township
- Seek out the Big 5 on a safari through Kruger National Park
- Admire the landscapes of Blyde River Canyon and the Three Rondavels
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrive in Cape Town
Arrive at Cape Town International Airport and transfer to your accommodation. Spend the afternoon exploring the city and visit the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront for dinner.
Day 2 :
Cape Town City Tour & Table Mountain
Meet your guide for a 4-hour walking tour of Cape Town, exploring historical sites such as the Company's Garden, Parliament, and the Castle of Good Hope. In the afternoon, take a hop-on-hop-off bus tour to Table Mountain for spectacular views.
Day 3 :
Wine Tour in the Cape Winelands
Enjoy a full-day wine tour in the Cape Winelands, visiting wineries in Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl, or Elgin Wine Regions. Return to Cape Town for dinner.
Day 4 :
Atlantic Seaboard & Cape Peninsula
Embark on a full-day Cape Peninsula tour, visiting Cape Point, the Cape of Good Hope, and the penguin colony at Simons Town. Drive along Chapman’s Peak Drive and enjoy scenic stops along the Atlantic Seaboard.
Day 5 :
Cape Town Township & Robben Island Museum
Visit a Cape Town township in the morning, and in the afternoon, tour Robben Island with former political prisoners as guides.
Day 6 :
Fauna & Flora at Kirstenbosch Gardens
Spend the morning at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens. Enjoy a fine dining lunch at La Colombe in Constantia, then spend the evening at Cape Town's waterfront.
Day 7 :
Guided Cuisine & Culture Tour
Explore Cape Town's diverse cultures through a food tour, sampling Cape Malay cuisine and other local specialties. Visit the Company's Gardens, Earth Fair Market, Bo Kaap, and Woodstock for various culinary experiences.
Day 8 :
Cape Town to Johannesburg & African Dinner
Fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Spend the afternoon exploring the Maboneng Precinct and enjoy a culinary experience at Chiefs Boma African Dining Experience Restaurant for dinner.
Day 9 :
Soweto Township Visit, Traditional Dinner, & Local Storytelling
Tour the Soweto Township, visiting historical sites and the Hector Pieterson Memorial. In the evening, enjoy a traditional African dinner and storytelling under the stars.
Day 10 :
Safari Arrival Day, Big 5 Night Drive, & Bush Braai
Transfer to the Greater Kruger National Park Reserve. In the evening, embark on a Big 5 night drive followed by a bush braai.
Day 11 :
Big 5 Sunrise Bush Walk
Start the day with a sunrise bush walk along the Olifants River, followed by brunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, go on another game drive.
Day 12 :
Full Day in Kruger National Park
Spend the day on a game drive, exploring Kruger National Park's diverse wildlife and archaeological sites. Return to your lodge for dinner.
Day 13 :
Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre
Visit the Moholoholo Rehabilitation Center in the morning, then return to a game lodge for an afternoon game drive.
Day 14 :
Blyde River Canyon with Three Rondavels
Drive to Blyde River Canyon and enjoy the stunning views of the Three Rondavels. Continue to Johannesburg and spend the night in the city.
Transfer to the airport for your flight home.