A classic tour of the Garden Route starting in Cape Town and ending in the friendly city of Port Elizabeth. You take in all the highlights from the evocative, sepia-tinged landscapes of the Klein Karoo to jewel bright greens and blues of the forests and lagoons.
Highlights:
The stunning scenery and warm hospitality of the Klein Karoo including a heart-warming community visit at a farm school
Picturesque and quaint holiday towns offering diverse attractions, great shopping and fine dining
The extraordinary natural beauty and fascinating flora and fauna of the delicate mountain, forest, lagoon and coastal eco-systems
Subject to minimum 2 guests. Please note that the guests will be travelling on the same vehicle, but will be dropped off at different accommodation, depending on their accommodation choices. All departures in English. German/English on selected departures.
Tour Includes
5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner, accommodation, porterage, transportation, and sightseeing as specified.
Price Validity
Price Validity: 01 Dec. 2012 – 30 Nov. 2013
Day One - Depart Cape Town
Travel through Montagu, a historic spa town, and the ‘Little Karoo’. Enjoy a wine tasting, along Route 62, known as “The World’s Longest Wine Route”.
Day One
In the town of Barrydale, you’ll have the opportunity to visit a local farm school, interact with the children and teachers, spending time with them in the classroom learning more about the local farming community, before continuing to Oudtshoorn, the “ostrich feather capital” and centre of the world’s Ostrich farming industry. (The school visit is subject to school being opened) Overnight in Oudtshoorn.
Day Two
This morning you’ll visit an Ostrich Farm for a guided tour, before visiting the spectacular limestone caverns of the Cango Caves, one of the world’s great natural wonders, sculpted by nature through the ages. In the afternoon you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Cango Wildlife Ranch (optional & for own account), the oldest and biggest cheetah contact centre worldwide, offering visitors interaction with hand reared cheetahs. Overnight in Oudtshoorn.
Day Three
After breakfast continue over the Outeniqua Pass to George, the sixth oldest town in South Africa, with many historical landmarks like the Slave Tree and King Edward VII Library building, said to be the best example of Edwardian architecture in the town. The tour travels via Victoria Bay, a beautiful cove enclosed by cliffs, to Wilderness, an attractive holiday resort with beautiful beaches. In the afternoon you’ll reach Knysna, known as the oyster box of South Africa, nestling on the banks of a beautiful lagoon in the heart of the Garden Route. Overnight in Knysna.
Day Four
After a leisurely breakfast you’ll enjoy a lagoon cruise to the Featherbed Nature Reserve, where you can take a trailer ride to the top of the Western Head to enjoy panoramic views of the town and lagoon, returning for lunch under the milkwood trees. The afternoon is at leisure to further explore this charming town set around a natural harbour lagoon. Overnight in Knysna.
Day Five
Travel to Plettenberg Bay, the jewel of the Garden Route, before continuing to Bloukrans Bridge, the highest single span arch bridge in the world, currently offering the highest commercially operated Bungy Jump in the world. Visit the Tsitsikamma National Park and Storms River Mouth (weather permitting). The Tsitsikamma National Park incorporates 80 km of rocky coastline with spectacular sea and landscapes, a remote mountainous region with secluded valleys covered in mountain Fynbos and temperate high forests with deep river gorges leading down to the sea. Overnight in the Tsitsikamma area.
Day Six
Head eastwards along the Tsitsikamma Forest to Port Elizabeth, known as the “friendly city”, with a wonderful climate and its well known oceanarium and snake house (for own account). Enjoy a city orientation tour of Port Elizabeth, where the tour ends on arrival. [B] Passengers may disembark, on request, at Port Elizabeth Airport.
Day One - Depart Cape Town
Travel through Montagu, a historic spa town, and the ‘Little Karoo’. Enjoy a wine tasting, along Route 62, known as “The World’s Longest Wine Route”.
Travel through Montagu, a historic spa town, and the ‘Little Karoo’. Enjoy a wine tasting, along Route 62, known as “The World’s Longest Wine Route”.
Day OneAccommodation
Day One - Route 62
In the town of Barrydale, you’ll have the opportunity to visit a local farm school, interact with the children and teachers, spending time with them in the classroom learning more about the local farming community.
Situated just outside of Oudtshoorn, within walking distance of the some of the town’s finest restaurants, Hlangana Lodge is pretty guest house set in a picturesque garden with a sparkling swimming pool.
Built in 1880, the Queen’s Hotel in the town of Oudtshoorn, is South Africa’s third oldest hotel, and it has been lovingly restored and fitted with modern conveniences and tasteful décor.
Situated just outside of Oudtshoorn, within walking distance of the some of the town’s finest restaurants, Hlangana Lodge is pretty guest house set in a picturesque garden with a sparkling swimming pool.
Day TwoAccommodation
Day Two - Cango Caves
This morning you’ll visit an Ostrich Farm for a guided tour, before visiting the spectacular limestone caverns of theCangoCaves, one of the world’s great natural wonders, sculpted by nature through the ages.
Situated just outside of Oudtshoorn, within walking distance of the some of the town’s finest restaurants, Hlangana Lodge is pretty guest house set in a picturesque garden with a sparkling swimming pool.
Built in 1880, the Queen’s Hotel in the town of Oudtshoorn, is South Africa’s third oldest hotel, and it has been lovingly restored and fitted with modern conveniences and tasteful décor.
Situated just outside of Oudtshoorn, within walking distance of the some of the town’s finest restaurants, Hlangana Lodge is pretty guest house set in a picturesque garden with a sparkling swimming pool.
Day ThreeAccommodation
Day Three - Knysna
After breakfast continue over the Outeniqua Pass to George, the sixth oldest town in South Africa, with many historical landmarks like the Slave Tree and King Edward VII Library building, said to be the best example of Edwardian architecture in the town. The tour travels via Victoria Bay, a beautiful cove enclosed by cliffs, to Wilderness, an attractive holiday resort with beautiful beaches.
The Protea Hotel Knysna Quays is set right on the lagoon at the heart of the stylish Knysna Quays Waterfront, surrounded by the best of Knysna’s trendy shopping and dining.
In tune with Knysna’s forest heritage, the Knysna Log-Inn Hotel makes use of splendid indigenous Yellowwood and natural river stone. Situated in the centre of town, all Knysna’s fantastic shopping and dining amenities, including the trendy Knysna Quays, are within easy walking distance.
The Protea Hotel Knysna Quays is set right on the lagoon at the heart of the stylish Knysna Quays Waterfront, surrounded by the best of Knysna’s trendy shopping and dining.
Day FourAccommodation
Day Four - Knysna
After a leisurely breakfast you’ll enjoy a lagoon cruise to the Featherbed Nature Reserve, where you can take a trailer ride to the top of the Western Head to enjoy panoramic views of the town and lagoon, returning for lunch under the milkwood trees.
The Protea Hotel Knysna Quays is set right on the lagoon at the heart of the stylish Knysna Quays Waterfront, surrounded by the best of Knysna’s trendy shopping and dining.
In tune with Knysna’s forest heritage, the Knysna Log-Inn Hotel makes use of splendid indigenous Yellowwood and natural river stone. Situated in the centre of town, all Knysna’s fantastic shopping and dining amenities, including the trendy Knysna Quays, are within easy walking distance.
The Protea Hotel Knysna Quays is set right on the lagoon at the heart of the stylish Knysna Quays Waterfront, surrounded by the best of Knysna’s trendy shopping and dining.
Day FiveAccommodation
Day Five - Tsitsikamma
Travel to Plettenberg Bay, the jewel of the Garden Route, before continuing to Bloukrans Bridge, the highest single span arch bridge in the world, currently offering the highest commercially operated Bungy Jump in the world.
This family-run hotel has a magical setting on the outskirts of the Tsitsikamma National Park at Storms River Mouth, and is known for its good food and old world charm.
This family-run hotel has a magical setting on the outskirts of the Tsitsikamma National Park at Storms River Mouth, and is known for its good food and old world charm.
This family-run hotel has a magical setting on the outskirts of the Tsitsikamma National Park at Storms River Mouth, and is known for its good food and old world charm.
Day Six
Day Six - Port Elizabeth
Head eastwards along the Tsitsikamma Forest to Port Elizabeth, known as the “friendly city”, with a wonderful climate and its well known oceanarium and snake house (for own account). Enjoy a city orientation tour of Port Elizabeth, where the tour ends on arrival.
Situated just outside of Oudtshoorn, within walking distance of some of town’s finest restaurants, Hlangana Lodge is a pretty guest house set in a picturesque garden with a sparkling swimming pool. The attractive and comfortable en suite rooms offer all modern amenities and lead out onto a deep, tranquil veranda with refreshing garden views. Hlangana Lodge is committed to responsible tourism and provides a high level of caring, attentive service.
Built in 1880, the Queen’s Hotel in the town of Oudtshoorn, is South Africa’s third oldest hotel, and it has been lovingly restored and fitted with modern conveniences and tasteful décor. Fine dining can be enjoyed in the Colony Restaurant or the trendy Café Brulé. The sparkling swimming pool in a secluded courtyard provides a tranquil oasis. Accommodation is in spacious en suite rooms with crisp and tranquil finishings blending with selected antiques. The services and ambiance are reminiscent of the gracious living of the colonial era.
Situated just outside of Oudtshoorn, within walking distance of some of town’s finest restaurants, Hlangana Lodge is a pretty guest house set in a picturesque garden with a sparkling swimming pool. The attractive and comfortable en suite rooms offer all modern amenities and lead out onto a deep, tranquil veranda with refreshing garden views. Hlangana Lodge is committed to responsible tourism and provides a high level of caring, attentive service.
The Protea Hotel Knysna Quays is set right on the lagoon at the heart of the stylish Knysna Quays Waterfront, surrounded by the best of Knysna’s trendy shopping and dining. Comfortable and convenient, accommodation is in spacious en suite rooms overlooking the Knysna lagoon and the historical train station. There is a breakfast restaurant, a heated outdoor swimming pool and all modern conveniences are catered for.
In tune with Knysna’s forest heritage, the Knysna Log-Inn Hotel makes use of splendid indigenous Yellowwood and natural river stone. Situated in the centre of town, all Knysna’s fantastic shopping and dining amenities, including the trendy Knysna Quays, are within easy walking distance. The comfortable rooms are en suite and include all modern conveniences. The hotel has a breakfast restaurant and bar, as well as a lush tropical swimming pool area with a wooden deck, jacuzzi and sauna.
The Protea Hotel Knysna Quays is set right on the lagoon at the heart of the stylish Knysna Quays Waterfront, surrounded by the best of Knysna’s trendy shopping and dining. Comfortable and convenient, accommodation is in spacious en suite rooms overlooking the Knysna lagoon and the historical train station. There is a breakfast restaurant, a heated outdoor swimming pool and all modern conveniences are catered for.
This family-run hotel has a magical setting on the outskirts of the Tsitsikamma National Park at Storms River Mouth, and is known for its good food and old world charm. En suite standard accommodation is in individually-decorated cottages, set village-style in beautiful gardens. The historic main building offers the De Oude Martha restaurant, the popular Hunters Pub, Café Bacchus and a tranquil guest lounge. Guests can relax in the manicured gardens or around the sparkling swimming pool.
This family-run hotel has a magical setting on the outskirts of the Tsitsikamma National Park at Storms River Mouth, and is known for its good food and old world charm. En suite standard accommodation is in individually-decorated cottages, set village-style in beautiful gardens. The historic main building offers the De Oude Martha restaurant, the popular Hunters Pub, Café Bacchus and a tranquil guest lounge. Guests can relax in the manicured gardens or around the sparkling swimming pool.
This family-run hotel has a magical setting on the outskirts of the Tsitsikamma National Park at Storms River Mouth, and is known for its good food and old world charm. En suite standard accommodation is in individually-decorated cottages, set village-style in beautiful gardens. The historic main building offers the De Oude Martha restaurant, the popular Hunters Pub, Café Bacchus and a tranquil guest lounge. Guests can relax in the manicured gardens or around the sparkling swimming pool.
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