South Africa's famed Garden Route - discover charming villages, explore the beautiful “Garden of Eden,” and the Cango Caves and “steam” from George to Knysna. Cruise the Knysna lagoon and follow the coast – watching for whales. Immerse yourself in the luxurious lap of Mother Nature. Prepare for an explosion of the senses as you migrate from spectacle to the spectacular. Admit you wish you could dwell longer.
Your Itinerary:
Day 1 - Monday - Depart Cape Town • Oudtshoorn
We overnight in an Oudtshoorn hotel. The tour begins with a pick-up from your hotel by 8:00am. We travel on Route 62 (South Africa's equivalent of the famous Route 66 in America) to the pretty village of Barrydale in time for a tea stop at the Country Pumpkin Restaurant. Afterwards we continue onto Oudtshoorn, known as the ‘Feather Capital’ of the world thanks to its ostrich industry. This will “tickle your fancy.” After a tour of an ostrich farm, we go underground to marvel at the icy formations in the Cango Caves, regarded as one of South Africa's most spectacular natural wonders. Queens Hotel.
Day 2 - Tuesday - Oudtshoorn • Knysna
We drive via the spectacular Outeniqua Pass to the town of George, where we then continue onto Knysna in the best possible way - on board the nostalgic steam train, the Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe.* Upon arrival in Knysna we continue to the popular seaside resort of Plettenberg Bay, playground of South Africa's rich and famous, in time for lunch (own account). We visit the 'Garden of Eden' forest, where we enjoy a leisurely walk through this aptly named natural paradise, before arriving back at Knysna. Knysna Log Inn. Includes: (B).
(*Please note that during the period 01 May - 31 August 2006 the Outenique Choo-Tjoe does not operate on Tuesdays and clients will do the train journey on the Wednesday afternoon, instead of the day at leisure).
Day 3 - Wensday - Knysna
Today take a cruise on the Knysna Lagoon, and visit the famous Featherbed Nature Reserve. Take time to admire the stunning view of The Heads, two majestic rock cliffs at the lagoon’s entrance to the Indian Ocean, and take the opportunity to taste the local oysters. After lunch the remainder of the day is at leisure to enjoy this lovely and special town. Knysna Log Inn. Includes: (B), (L).
Day 4 - Thursday - Hermanus • Cape Town
After a leisurely breakfast, we depart for Cape Town via Swellendam and then Hermanus, famous as a favorite breeding site of the Southern Right Whale (whale sightings are seasonal, Jul – Nov). Arrive in the 'Mother City' late afternoon, where you will be dropped off at a central Cape Town hotel or Cape Town International Airport. Includes: (B).
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Departs Cape Town every Monday.
Prices range $750 - 845 per person double
Similar itineraries available, please call for details.
Price Includes:
- Accommodation with private facilities;
- Transport in air-conditioned minibuses;
- Meals as noted (B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner);
- Services of a professional English speaking guide.
Price does not include:
- International airfare;
- Tips, porterage, beverages, items of personal nature such as laundry, travel insurance phone etc.
- Fees for passport, visas;
- Any other item not mentioned in the itinerary.
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