Magnificent Garden Route 2020 – 2021
From R12040
per personExplore indigenous forests, ancient mountain passes and beautiful rugged beaches.
Discover the scenic Garden Route, one of South Africa’s most beautiful coastal regions.
From Cape Town travel via Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa, through historic Swellendam to Mossel Bay.
Discover iconic sights like the Cango Caves and an ostrich show farm before heading down to Knysna via the Outeniqua Pass and travelling through George and the pretty holiday town of Wilderness.
Enjoy a lagoon cruise to the Featherbed Nature Reserve in Knysna.
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DepartureCape Town, South Africa
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Include1 dinner1 lunch3 breakfastsPorterageAccommodationTransportationSightseeing
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Not Included3 x Mittagessen13 x Fruhstuck6 x Fruhstuck5 x Fruhstuck2 x Mittagessen1 x Abendessen4 x Abendessen1 x Mittagessen11 x FruhstuckBesichtigungen laut ReiseplanGepacktragergebuhrenTransportUbernachtung3 x Fruhstuck3 x Abendessen2 x craft beer tastings and brewery tours1 wine tasting at Buitenverwachting Wine EstateKliptown Open Air Museum11 breakfasts1 x cheese & wine pairing1 wine tasting and a BBQ (Braai) lunch)2 x Craft Beer Tastings & a Beach BBQ (Braai) dinnerBoulders Beach1 wine tasting of five wines at Groot Constantia Wine EstateVisit to V&A WaterfrontMuizenberg BeachTable Mountain (excludes the cost of the Cable Way ticket & weather permitting)USB charging ports onboard vehicleWifi onboard vehicle1 wine tasting and a 2 course winelands lunchEntrance to the Franschhoek Motor MuseumSurface Tour at the Cullinan Diamond MineProfessional English Commentary only2nd Wine Tasting (time permitting)Shore-based Whale ExperienceCarlton CentreEntrance into Cradle of Humankind and SterkfonteinHector Peterson Memorial site (photo opportunity only)Lilliesleaf FarmEntrance to Sun City ResortClosed vehicle game drive in PIlanesburg Game ReserveVisit to Paul Kruger HouseVisit the Voortrekker MonumentVisit the Apartheid MuseumVisit to Hector Peterson MemorialRegina Mundi ChurchVisit to Constitution HillReturn transfer from main Sandton / Rosebank HotelsEntrance fees: God’s Window, Three Rondawels and Bourkes Luck PotholesBottled waterKruger National Park Conservation FeesReturn transfers from central Hazyview HotelsEntrance fee in to Addo Elephant National ParkClosed vehicle game drive in Addo Elephant National ParkElectric mountain bikes, helmets & water bottlesKirstenbosch Botanical Gardens1x wine-tasting at Stellenbosch Wine EstateCape Point Nature Reserve3 x wine tastings and 1 x cellar tourEstate is closed on Sundays, a visit to the Stoney Point Penguin Colony will be included instead.1 x wine-tasting at Bouchard Finlayson Wine EstateWelcome drink on arrivalEnglish-speaking game ranger2 -3 hour open vehicle game driveGuided tours at Zeits MOCCA and the Norval FoundationGuided tours of Company Gardens and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens3 x gin tastings2 hour cruise accompanied by marine biologistsChocolate and wine pairingCloete CellarCape Dutch Manor House at Groot ConstantiaGroot Constantia Wine EstateEntrance fees for guided tour of the Heart Museum2 x wine tastingsPassage on the wine tramEntrance to the Oranjezicht City Farm Market and Neighbourgoods Market at Old Biscuit MillInteractive djembe drumming session and set menu dinnerReturn transfers to / from Cape Town City Center Hotels with English driver onlyHigh tea buffetAn accredited fully licensed guide and use of riding gear1 x craft beer or 1 x wine tastingReturn transfers to / from Cape Town City Centre HotelsNational Park permits2 wine tastingsInteractive Djembe drumming session & set menu dinnerShow, 4-course dinner and a glass of sparkling wineRiding gear1 craft beer tasting or 1 wine tastingKruger National Park Conservation FeesLunchComplimentary collection service from select hotels*Return transfers from Port Elizabeth city centre hotelsFull board at Chobe only4 breakfastsReturn airfare ex Johannesburg14 breakfasts3 lunches13 breakfasts4 dinners10 breakfasts2 dinners2 breakfasts6 breakfasts2 lunches5 breakfastsAccommodation3 dinnersEntry FeesProfessional English-speaking Guide
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Magnificent Garden Route - Cullinan Guided Journeys
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Day 1: Monday - Cape Town - Mossel Bay
After an early morning departure from Cape Town, we’ll travel along Sir Lowry’s Pass, with its magnificent views from the top, to Grabouw and Elgin, a lush landscape surrounded by majestic mountains. Our journey continues to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. The area has largely been untouched and unexplored with its rugged coast line being the graveyard for many a ship. The historic Cape Agulhas Lighthouse is considered the icon that signifies the tip of Africa. After this thrilling experience, we continue via historic Swellendam, the third oldest town in South Africa, to Mossel Bay, from where the Garden Route extends to the Storms River in the east. Overnight in Mossel Bay.
Distance travelled today: 507 kms
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Day 2: Tuesday - Mossel Bay - Oudtshoorn
After breakfast we continue our journey to Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of the world and home to the spectacular limestone caverns of the Cango Caves. Visit an Ostrich Farm for a guided tour. Enjoy a wine tasting at a local wine estate before setting off on a tour of the Cango Caves, one of the world’s great natural wonders, sculpted by nature through the ages.
Overnight in Oudtshoorn. [Breakfast & Dinner]
Distance travelled today: 155 kms
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Day 3: Wednesday - Oudtshoorn - Knysna
After breakfast, travel over the Outeniqua Pass to George, the sixth oldest town in South Africa, with many historical landmarks like the Slave Tree and King Edward VII Library building; said to be the best example of Edwardian architecture in the town. The tour travels via Wilderness, an attractive holiday resort to Knysna, known as the oyster box of South Africa, nestling on the banks of a beautiful lagoon in the heart of the Garden Route. Enjoy a lagoon cruise to the Featherbed Nature Reserve (weather permitting) , where you can take a trailer ride to the top of the Western Head to enjoy panoramic views of the town and lagoon, returning for lunch. The afternoon is at leisure to further explore this charming town set around a natural harbour lagoon.
Overnight in Knysna. [Breakfast & Lunch]
Distance travelled today: 134 kms
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Day 4: Thursday - Knysna - Port Elizabeth
After breakfast, you’ll be transferred (unescorted, driver only) to Port Elizabeth. You’ll head eastwards along the Tsitsikamma Forest to Port Elizabeth, known as the “friendly city”, with a wonderful climate. The tour ends on arrival in Port Elizabeth. [Breakfast]
Guests may disembark, on request, at Port Elizabeth Airport.
Distance travelled today: 274 kms
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Magnificent Garden Route - Cullinan Guided Journeys
2020 English Departures
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- January - 13, 27
- February - 3, 10, 17, 24
- March - 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- April - 13, 27
- May - 11, 25
- June - 8, 22
- July - 6, 20
- August - 3, 17, 31
- September - 7, 14, 21, 28
- October - 5, 12, 19, 26
- November - 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- December - 14
2021 English Departures
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- January - 11, 25
- February - 8, 15, 22
- March - 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- April - 5, 12, 26
- May - 10, 24
- June - 14
- July - 5, 19
- August - 2, 16, 30
- September - 13, 20, 27
- October - 4, 11, 18, 25
- November - 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- December - 6,13
- All departures are in English commentary
- Small Group Tour based on Minimum 2 Guests and Maximum 18 Guests
2020 and 2021 Rates
- RATES valid :
- 01/01/20 - 30/04/20 & 01/10/20 - 31/12/20
- 01/01/21 - 30/04/21 & 01/10/21 - 31/12/21
- R 12,250 per person sharing twin/double accommodation
- R 13,350 per single person
- RATES valid 01/05/20 - 30/09/20 and 01/05/21 - 30/09/21
- R 12,040 per person sharing twin/double accommodation
- R 13,140 per single person
- Accommodation featured:
- Diaz Hotel & Resort or similar x 1 night
- La Plume Boutique Guest House or similar x 1 night
- Rex Hotel or similar x 1 night