Vineyards and Helderberg Mountain near Stellenbosch, Western Cape

Top Highlights

Penguins on Boulders Beach, Cape Town

Marvel at the breathtaking coastal landscapes of the Cape Peninsula with a scenic full-day drive and visit Stoney Point's penguin colony

Male lion, South Africa

Four thrilling game drives, in search of the fabled 'Big Five', through a series of award-winning Garden Route reserves

Winery tour, Cape Winelands

Taste the finest local labels of the world-famous Cape Winelands with visits to Franschhoek and charming Stellenbosch

Cango Caves, near Oudtshoorn, Western Cape

Discover South Africa's oldest tourist attraction, the impressive Cango Caves, and immerse yourself in the region's rich cultural heritage

Itinerary

Further highlights

Four game drives in search of the Big Five

Visit the whale-watching town of Hermanus and enjoy a whale-watching cruise (September to November departures only)

Enjoy wine-tasting in South Africa’s Cape Winelands and beautiful Western Cape

See the extraordinary Cango Caves and visit an ostrich farm

Visit the whale-watching town of Hermanus

Journey to Knysna, on the beautiful Garden Route, and take a cruise on Knysna Lagoon

What the price includes

  • Nine nights' mixed-board accommodation in Hermanus (1), Albertinia (2), Mossel Bay (2), Stellenbosch (1) and Cape Town (3 nights), plus two nights on the aircraft
  • Two lunches and four dinners
  • Visit to Stony Point Penguin Colony or Boulders Beach (if required)
  • Four guided safari game drives at Garden Route Game Lodge
  • Visit to Ostrich Show Farm
  • Visit to Cango Caves with guided heritage tour
  • Featherbed Eco Experience
  • Visit to Franschhoek with wine tasting
  • Guided historic walk of Stellenbosch
  • Visit to Table Mountain including return cable car ticket (weather dependent)
  • Guided Cape Town tour
  • Full day Cape Peninsula tour with Chapman's Peak drive (weather permitting)
  • Visit to Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
  • Whale-watching cruise included from September to November
  • Return flights to Cape Town (on selected dates the flight will be indirect)
  • Comfortable, air-conditioned coach travel and transfers throughout
  • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager
  • All mandatory local taxes and charges

Dates & Prices

Solo price

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Departure point Departure date Price (per person) Availability
Belfast City George Best

October 2026

from £5193.00 pp

1 date available

Glasgow

September 2026 - November 2028

from £3269.00 pp

27 dates available

London Heathrow

October 2026 - November 2028

from £3298.00 pp

26 dates available

Manchester

September 2026 - November 2028

from £3345.00 pp

27 dates available

Newcastle

September 2026 - November 2028

from £3337.00 pp

27 dates available

Accommodation

Marine Hotel Hermanus, view
Cape Town, the Garden Route and Big Five Safaris Hotels South Africa You'll be staying in a series of comfortable hotels that are conveniently located for your tour itinerary.

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