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Your Itinerary Wonders of the Western Cape Your itinerary Start Location Visited Location Plane End Location Cruise Train Over night Ferry Day 1 Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Arrive Cape Town (2 Nights) Day 6 Aweh (hey), Cape Town! Before exploring all the magnificent sights, sounds and Garden Route Game Reserve ­ Knysna (2 flavours of the city, you'll meet up with your Costsaver representative at the airport and be transferred to your hotel in the heart of the city. You're staying in the midst of Nights) the buzz, so make the most of your time exploring before joining your Travel Director You don't need green fingers to enjoy South Africa's lush Garden Route. Take a and fellow travellers for a Welcome Dinner and trip briefing. quick side trip to Victoria Bay and stretch your legs or soak in its refreshing salty waters. Your next stop is a bit of a tongue­twister. Knysna, pronounced 'Naaisnah' Hotel - Protea Fire and Ice (the 'k' is silent), sits sheltered on the edge of a lagoon, shielded from the Indian Ocean by two mountainous outcrops, referred to as the Knysna Heads. With the Dinner Included Meals - rest of the day to do as you choose, perhaps opt to join a guided walk through lush, Day 2 flora dense forests where hundreds of elephants once roamed. Or, if you want to Cape Town Orientation and Free Time relax until the evening, why not join a sunset dinner cruise on board a traditional paddle steamer, that will sail you along the tranquil waters of the lagoon. Ready for an exhilarating day, Cape Town style? Kick things off by exploring the suburb of Bo­Kaap, where rainbow­hued houses and facades turn the streets into Hotel - Protea Knysna Quays works of art. Get your first dose of nature during a visit to the Company Gardens, before taking a spin around the 17th­century Castle of Good Hope. Then, leave the Included Meals - Breakfast city below to catch a ride up Table Mountain, where the local furry residents Day 7 (hyraxes) are the only things that may steal your attention from the view. Later, check out the golden beaches of the area on an optional e­bike ride, followed by a Knysna Free Day sunset beach braai (barbecue). For the musically­inclined, consider jamming your You'll be grateful for an extra day to explore Knysna your way today. There's plenty way through a djembe drumming session, followed by a delicious and traditional to do in this pretty town and its surrounds, but we'd recommend joining our boat ride African feast. across the Knysna Lagoon, to Featherbed Nature Reserve. Once here, buckle up and enjoy a 4X4 ride along the western headland, stopping along the way to Breakfast Included Meals - appreciate the contrast of the bright blue sea, sandy beaches and lush green Day 3 headlands. If a slower pace is more your vibe, take a stroll down Sedgefield beach Cape Town ­ Hermanus (1 Night) with a Local Guide to learn about the Strandlopers, who once roamed these beaches to gather food. Put away your camera and just enjoy the ride as you wind your way along one of South Africa's most awe inspiring drives from Cape Town to Hermanus. The Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Hottentots Holland mountains plunge dramatically into the Atlantic for most of the Day 8 route, so you'll want to simply stare out over the epic scenery. Arrive in Hermanus and enjoy lunch with stunning views of the ocean. Then, hit the water on an Optional Knysna ­ Cape Town (2 Nights) Experience sea kayaking adventure in Walker Bay or unleash your inner wine End your epic journey in South Africa's Fairest Cape the same way you started it, in connoisseur on a visit to a renowned vineyard in the aptly named Hemel­en­Aarde what locals call the "Mother City". You'll return to Cape Town this morning, stopping (Heaven­and­Earth) Valley. in Swellendam, the third­oldest town in South Africa. The centre of a large farming community, Swellendam is particularly renowned for its Cape Dutch architecture ­ Hotel - Windsor whitewashed walls, thatched roofs and the characteristic gable which makes them unmistakably Dutch in heritage. Included Meals - Breakfast, Lunch Day 4 Hotel - Protea Fire and Ice Hermanus ­ Garden Route Game Reserve (2 Included Meals - Breakfast Nights) Day 9 Before heading into the wild, expect to be wowed by the swirling waters of the Cape Town Free Day southern most tip of Africa, Cape Agulhas, where the Indian Ocean collides with the Atlantic. Then, get your game face on for your safari adventure at the Garden Route Get your final fix of Cape Town with a full day to spend your way. If you want to Game Reserve, keeping your eyes peeled for the wonders of the African bushveld­ relax, consider kicking back at a craft beer tasting experience and tucking in to a glimpses of impala, zebra and giraffe are highly likely. beach braai (barbecue) at Blaauwberg Nature Reserve. Keen to fit in one last adventure? Why not explore the rugged Cape Peninsula coastline, passing the Hotel - Garden Route Game Lodge Twelve Apostles, Cape Point and Boulders Beach to check out the colony of African Jackass penguins. However you choose to enjoy the day, you'll have plenty of Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner stories to share over our final dinner. Day 5 Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Garden Route Game Reserve Safari Drives Day 10 The one thought on everyone's minds today: will you spot the Big 5? Rise with the Depart Cape Town Cape turtle doves and let their songs kickstart another magnificent day in South Africa. We'll get out into the bush early to avoid the heat of the day, so after grabbing The time has come to say totsiens (until we see each other again) as you prepare to a cup of coffee, don your safari hat for a morning adventure through the fynbos­clad return home after your soul­stirring visit to South Africa's fairest Cape. All that's left landscape in search of wildlife. You may be lucky enough to spot lions lazing in the is to plan for your return as you transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your shade of a tree, Buffalo weavers stripping the trees to craft their nests or perhaps flight home. even a lonely dung beetle rolling his 'treasure' uphill. Return to camp for a hearty Breakfast breakfast and afternoon siesta to recharge, before grabbing your binoculars for Included Meals - another safari late this afternoon. HERE'S A SAMPLE OF YOUR CHOICE OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES AVAILABLE ON DAY 6 AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 Wilderness Forest Guided Walk Cape Town E Bike Ride with Beach BBQ Set off on a mystical adventure in the indigenous forests of Wilderness, Get on two wheels and get out there to see the gorgeous scenery around and get back to nature on this enchanting 2.6 kilometre circular forest Cape Town. You’ll hop on an e­bike (electric bicycle) and cruise through walk, crossing moss­framed bridges and trickling streams. Marvel at the the beautiful sandy hills and bushy slopes with your guide, all while sheer size of a giant old Outeniqua Yellowwood tree, and go in search of spotting the abundant birdlife. Marvel at the stunning views of the ancient gnarled trees, curtains of ferns, wild mushrooms growing on tree coastline, and get a glimpse of Robben Island and iconic Table Mountain, trunks, and pretty flowers showering in thin rays of sunlight. Who knows before stopping at sunset for a beach braai (barbecue). Dig your toes into what magical treasures you’ll find. the sand, soak up the glorious sunset, and tuck into South African Adult Price: R980.00* favourites like 'Braai broodjie' (toasted cheese, tomato & onion sandwich prepared on the braai), mielie (corn on the cob) and boerewors (sausage) with tomato 'smoor' (tomato relish). (This optional is offered weather permitting) AVAILABLE ON DAY 7 Adult Price: R2,670.00* Strandloper Stories Learn how to harvest mussels on the beach at Sedgefield, while admiring the golden strip of sand surrounded by towering mountains. Your storytelling guide will also bring to life the stories of the Strandlopers, the AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 indigenous Khoi people who lived in this region by hunting and gathering Gold Restaurant with Djembe Drumming food along the beaches of southwestern Africa, from the Cape Colony to Head out for a fun­filled evening packed with delicious food, live the Skeleton Coast. entertainment and local traditions. The evening kicks off with an interactive Adult Price: R1,080.00* djembe drumming session followed by a soothing hand washing ceremony. You’ll then eat your way through a set 14­dish tasting menu of traditional African cuisine, while learning about the country origins and cooking techniques of each dish. You’ll also be entertained during your dinner by a Mali puppet show with vibrant storytelling through singing and AVAILABLE ON DAY 7 dancing. This is more than just a restaurant ­ it’s an immersive experience Fynbos and Forests at Featherbed Nature Reserve that’s sure to be a highlight on your Cape Town trip. Take an exciting trip around Knysna, kicking things off by sailing across Adult Price: R895.00* the Knysna Lagoon to the mighty headlands that shield the town from the crashing waves of the Indian Ocean. Once on land, hop in a 4X4 for a ride up the western headland, where a Local Specialist will then join you to explore the Featherbed Nature Reserve.
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