South Africa is several countries rolled in one. Cape Town intrigues visitors with its glorious beaches, enchanting vineyards, striking Table Mountain and rugged landscapes. Sip wine at Spier and watch the sun set as you’ve never seen it before. Not to forget the mesmerizing wilderness of Kruger National Park, teeming with exotic game and the natural beauty of Knysna. This is an exhilarating land, that will reward your senses and your soul to an unimaginable degree. South Africa with its diverse experiences, promises a wholesome holiday experience.
The South Africa itinerary is a suggested holiday itinerary. You can extend your stay with the suggested extension holidays at Sun City Resort or at Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls. Mercury Travels offers customized holidays to South Africa and other captivating destinations. Come and see Africa the way you want you to.
Johannesburg / Cape Town / Spier / Cape Town / Mossel Bay / Oudtshoorn / Knysna / Kruger / Johannesburg
(11 nights / 12 days)
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Arrive into Johannesburg and take a connecting flight to Cape Town. On arrival, you are met and transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Cape Town.
Wake up to a leisurely breakfast. Set off on a half day Mother City Tour that includes visits to the Houses of Parliament, the Castle, the South African Museum and other historical sights. The cable car ride takes you to the Table Mountain for a breathtaking view of the city. The Victoria and Alfred Waterfront is the last stop before you make your own way to the hotel. Overnight in Cape Town.
Set off on a full day Peninsula Tour that introduces you to spectacular Cape Peninsula, also called the Fairest Cape. Take a leisurely walk in the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Travel past Sea Point and Camps Bay, past the famous beaches of Clifton and Llandudno, towards Hout Bay. Drive along the Atlantic Seaboard. Pass through Noordhoek and Scarborough. Visit the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Seal Island. Drive along the Indian Ocean coastline, where you can visit the beautiful Boulders Beach, and perhaps sit among the famous colony of Jackass Penguins. Thereafter, enjoy a short stop at the naval port of Simon’s Town before returning to your hotel. Overnight in Cape Town.
This morning, you head out into the wine growing area of Spier. This is a great place to enjoy nature and unwind. Check into your resort and spend the rest of the day soaking in the ambience. Overnight in Spier.
After a lazy breakfast, you can indulge in any of the variety of leisure options including visiting the Wine Centre, the open-air theatre, the swimming pools, the spa, craft exhibitions, wildlife encounters or even wine tasting on horseback! Overnight in Spier.
Set out from Spier and drive down to the Mossel Bay via the Robinson Pass to Oudtshoorn. Oudtshoorn is also known as the Feather Capital of the World, thanks to its huge ostrich industry. Overnight in Oudtshoorn.
Visit the Crocodile and Cheetah Park and take pictures of yourself with the cheetah. Check out the Cango Caves, regarded one of South Africa’s most spectacular natural wonders, to marvel at the icy formations underground and then head off to the ostrich farm. You then proceed onward to Knysna. Check into your hotel and spend the rest of evening at leisure. Overnight in Knysna.
Take a cruise on the Knysna Lagoon. Guarding the lagoon are the Heads, imposing sandstone cliffs that provide powerful protection against the Indian Ocean. Knysna’s forests, marshes and pristine beaches are home to a variety of rare animals and birds. Proceed to the Tsitsikamma National Park and spend the rest of the day discovering the joys of the town’s many art galleries, craft shops and coffee bars. Overnight in Knysna.
Catch your flight from George Airport to Kruger. The fabulous National Park of Kruger is home to an impressive number of species: 336 trees, 49 fish, 34 amphibians, 114 reptiles, 507 birds and 147 mammals. Upon arrival, you are met and are driven into the interiors of Kruger, to your private game reserve lodge. Post lunch, its time to experience the game drive you have been waiting for. Overnight in Kruger.
Wake up at dawn and leave for a game drive into the jungle, prior to sunrise. Return to your lodge for some sumptuous breakfast. Enjoy two more game drives during the day. Overnight in Kruger.
Catch a flight to Johannesburg. Upon arrival you are met and escorted to your hotel. Overnight in Johannesburg.
Your holiday comes to an end today. You are escorted to the Johannesburg Airport for your flight back home or you could opt to extend your stay with additional holiday options.
Rates are per person in ZAR valid from 01st
01 May 2008 – 31 Aug 2008
| City |
Hotel used |
Single |
Twin |
Triple |
| Cape Town |
St. Georges |
19762 |
15932 |
15932 |
| Spier |
Spier |
| Oudtshoorn |
Oudtshoorn Inn |
| Knysna |
Knysna Log Inn |
| Kruger |
Jackal Berry Lodge |
| Johannesburg |
Mondior Concorde |
**Monies to be collected in USD and the rate of exchange will be advised at the time of booking
since there is a lot of currency fluctuation for ZAR to USD.
Your Tour Includes:
- Accommodation for 03 nights in Cape Town.
- Accommodation for 02 nights in Spier.
- Accommodation for 01 night in Oudtshoorn.
- Accommodation for 02 nights in Knysna.
- Accommodation for 02 nights in Kruger.
- Accommodation for 01 night in Johannesburg.
- All services mentioned in the itinerary.
- Daily Buffet Breakfast.
Your Tour Excludes:
- Airfares and ticket taxes
- All entrance fees to monuments, camera fees, porterage and tips, mineral water, laundry,telephone or any other expense personal in nature.
- Visa fees, airport taxes at Johannesberg airport
- Meals not specified above
- Surcharges applicable (especially during Christmas, New Year etc)
- Travel and Medical Insurance
- Tips
- Expenses of personal nature
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions above.
Normal Check in time is 1400 hrs and Check out is at 1200 hrs. Early Check in is never guaranteed and can only be requested for. In case you would like a guaranteed early Check in, the room will need to be booked from the previous night.
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