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Package Pricing
| Package price from $4499* |
Valid from 10/18/2009 - 12/3/2009 |
Purchase Deadline: Dec 17, 09 - Thu
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Discover the many facets of South Africa with this all-encompassing tour. Explore the historical sites of Johannesburg and Cape Town and relax on the beautiful beaches of Port Elizabeth and Durban. View lions, elephants, buffalo, rhino and leopards during a visit to Kruger National Park. With so many sights and attractions, South Africa provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable vacation.
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Vacation Details
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Day 1: (Friday) Depart United States, overnight flight
Day 2: (Saturday) Overnight flight
Day 3: (Sunday) Johannesburg
Touch down at Johannesburg International Airport where you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the magnificent suburban shopping malls or take an optional Johannesburg City Tour (own account).
Accommodation: Protea Hotel Wanderers or similar.
Day 4: (Monday) Pretoria / Mpumalanga
Leave Johannesburg's distinctive skyline and head for Mpumalanga, dropping several hundred feet into the lush tropical region of the Lowveld. We travel via the historic towns of Witbank, Dullstroom and Lydenburg, passing over the famous Long Tom Pass onto the small town of Sabie. This afternoon explore the living history in the form of Pilgrim's Rest, the old mining village where gold was first discovered.
Accommodation: The Royal Hotel or similar (BLD)
Day 5: (Tuesday) The Lowveld and The Kruger National Park
This morning gasp at the glory that is God's Window, a boundless view of forested mountains and fertile plains, and visit the spectacular Blyde River Canyon, one of the natural wonders of Africa. We arrive at our overnight hotel in time for a welcome sundowner (own account).
Accommodation: Perry's Bridge Hollow or similar (BD)
Day 6: (Wednesday) A full day's Big Five game viewing in Kruger National Park
Set off before breakfast in open safari vehicles in search of lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard, and all manner of wondrous wildlife, birds and plant species. Savour the magic of this enormous wilderness.
Accommodation: Perry's Bridge Hollow or similar (B)
Day 7: (Thursday) The Kingdom of Swaziland
Enjoy an enchanting drive to the tiny Kingdom of Swaziland, a former British Protection Territory, now ruled by King MsWati III. Witness a Swazi cultural experience before visiting the famous Ngwenya Glass Works to see master craftsmen fashion collectable figures and functional art. Our next stop is the capital city Mbabane, known for its vibrant markets packed with baskets, beadwork and carvings. Spend the night in the beautiful Ezulwini Valley.
Accommodation: Lugogo Sun or similar (BLD)
Day 8: (Friday) The Kingdom of the Zulu's
Visit the Swazi Candle Factory, teeming with exquisite wax artworks in every shape and colour imaginable. Then on into Zululand, passing traditional round huts and endless vistas. Arrive mid afternoon at the town of St Lucia, a World Heritage Site and home to hippo, crocodile and no less than 367 bird species.
Accommodation: Elephant Lake Hotel or similar (B)
Day 9: (Saturday) Durban
This morning enjoy a cruise on Lake St Lucia before departing for Durban. Hug the lush KwaZulu-Natal coastline en-route to Durban, watching the sugar cane fields do their own version of the Mexican wave at the urging of the wind. Check into your hotel just before lunch (own account). Explore the beachfront and its many attractions at leisure, or take an optional afternoon Durban City Tour (own account).
Accommodation: Royal Palm Hotel Edward or similar (B)
Day 10: (Sunday) Port Elizabeth / Knysna
An early start. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Port Elizabeth. There you'll be met by a new guide who'll take you through the glorious, indigenous Tsitsikamma Forest. We make several scenic stops before arriving at Knysna, perhaps South Africa's most visually stunning resort in the heart of the Garden Route. Dinner and overnight in Knysna.
Accommodation: Knysna Hollow or similar(BD)
Day 11: (Monday) Kynsna
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 spend the remainder of the day at leisure, to enjoy this lovely and special town.
Accommodation: Knysna Hollow or similar (BL)
Day 12: (Tuesday) Cango Caves and Oudtshoorn
This morning we embark on a nostalgic steam train journey aboard the Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe, by far the best way to get from Knysna to Wilderness. We then 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 Africas most incredible natural wonders. Overnight in Oudtshoorn.
Accommodation: Oudtshoorn Inn or similar (BL)
Day 13: (Wednesday) Cape Town
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 the Southern Right Whales, which frolic offshore (July to November only). Out of season we will return to Cape Town along Route 62, South Africa version of America's Route 66.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel President or similar (B)
Day 14: (Thursday) Cape Peninsula
A full day touring of the ruggedly beautiful Cape Peninsula via the Atlantic seaboard. We stop at the fishing village of Hout Bay, where you can opt to take a cruise (own account) to Seal Island to watch the antics of these natural performers. Then we carry on along the Indian Ocean coastline to Boulders Beach for close encounters with another of the Cape's adorable creatures, penguins. We drive through the quaint naval village of Simon's Town on our way back to Cape Town.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel President or similar (B)
Day 15: (Friday) Cape Winelands
Journey into the beautiful and tranquil Cape Winelands. Sip some of South Africa's finest wines at two well-known estates in Paarl and Stellenbosch. A visit to the Huguenot Memorial and the Afrikaans Language Monument provides a historical perspective.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel President or similar (B)
Day 16: (Saturday) Cape Town (B)
This brings us to the end of the tour. Check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight home
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Notes & Restrictions
| Vacation Notes & Restrictions |
Notes:
Please note this package is based on a minimum of 2 passengers travelling together. Single rates available upon request and apply to singles travelling with other passengers.
Space is limited and your desired travel dates may not be available if you wait, so book early to avoid disappointment. We highly recommend 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates and/or accommodations.
Non refundable and non changeable package.
A Saturday night stay is required.
Full payment due within 1 day of booking by 2pm.
Visa required for entry into Swaziland
A World in One Country
This tour operates with a maximum group of 18 people on each departure. South Africa Passport Requirements
SPECIFIC PASSPORT REQUIREMENTS ARE NECESSARY FOR ENTRY INTO SOUTH AFRICA
Click here for travel information. Health recommendations for US travelers
Travelers should consider purchasing medical evacuation insurance if they are visiting a country where there may be limited access to medical facilities.
Travelers should avoid direct contact with wild animals, as they may carry diseases such as rabies.
Passport & Visa Requirments:
It is the sole responsibility of each passenger to obtain the necessary documents for travel, including valid passports and visas For U.S. citizens, a valid passport and visa are required. Visa requirements change without notice and vary by nationality. Please check with the consulate office of the destination country for their visa requirements.
Restrictions:
Prices are per person based on double occupancy and a 21-day advance purchase. Purchases within 21 days will incur additional fees. Air carrier used in the package is based on gateway and availability at time of booking and multiple flights connections may be necessary. Flight departure times may be at any time on your requested departure day. Air taxes/Government-imposed fees/surcharges are excluded. These fees are in addition to the package prices and will be added to invoice. Travel is valid for these dates only. Certain other restrictions may apply, and offer is subject to change without notice. No request will be processed until full payment is received.
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