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Luxury Escorted Touring
An Elegant South African Adventure
11 Days Cape Town to Johannesburg
Tauck World Discovery offers the ultimate in escorted touring, a blend of planned activities, leisure time and cultural experiences designed so that you can enjoy not just a distinctive holiday, but the trip of a lifetime. With all the arrangements discreetly taken care of, all you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy a hassle-free holiday.
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Highlights Include * Experience the wonders of Cape Town * The beautiful Panorama Route * Tracking the 'Big 5' from a luxury lodge * The culture of Johannesburg * The mighty Victoria Falls * An elephant back safari
Departures: 2009: Feb 2, 9, 16, 23. Mar 2, 16, 30. Apr 13, 27. Jun 15. Jul 13, 27. Aug 10, 24, 31. Sep 7, 21, 28. Oct 12, 19, 26. Day 1: Cape Town On arrival at Cape Town International Airport, transfer to the elegant Cape Grace hotel where your South Africa tour begins. Meet your Tauck representative, and check-in for a three-night stay. Enjoy the welcome reception and dinner with Table Mountain as a striking backdrop.(D) Overnight: Cape Grace (see page 38) Day 2: Cape Town Today, take a ferry ride across Table Bay to Robben Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The fascinating history of the island unfolds during a guided tour, and the struggles of South Africa's freedom fighters come alive as you view the infamous prison and the cell in which Nelson Mandela was confined for 18 years. This island, formerly a whaling station, also boasts a beautiful nature reserve. The remainder of the day is free to explore Cape Town as you wish.(BD) Day 3: Cape Town This morning embark on your orientation tour of Cape Town before riding the cable car to the top of Table Mountain to walk along the trails while admiring the views of the city and the rugged coastline below. Then, journey onwards to Cape Point which is situated within the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. This evening enjoy the varied dining and entertainment options of the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront.(BL) Day 4: Cape Town - Stellenbosch This morning you travel to the Winelands stopping to taste the country's wines at an historic estate; visit the town of Stellenbosch, located in one of the oldest and most important wine-producing regions in South Africa. Founded in 1679, it features whitewashed Cape Dutch buildings along oak-lined streets.(BD) Overnight: Lanzerac Manor and Winery Day 5: Stellenbosch - Kruger This morning, fly to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, arriving mid-afternoon for a two-night stay amidst the comforts of your luxury lodge at Sabi Sand Game Reserve, one of South Africa's finest private game reserves
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which is situated along the Sabie River adjacent to Kruger National Park. An afternoon game drive is your introduction to the magic of the African bush, where a fiery sun unleashes a palette of colours that sweep across the vast expanses of the reserve.(BD) Overnight: Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge Day 6: Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge Rise early for a morning game drive aboard a 4WD Land Rover. Skilled rangers guide the adventure, providing fascinating insights into the geography, wildlife and conservation efforts of the game reserve. Animal sightings may include leopards, lions, elephants, impalas and zebras. There are also over 350 bird species in the reserve. Back at the lodge, take a guided bush walk, or enjoy a swim in the pool. Late-day sun makes the landscape radiate on your afternoon game drive.(BLD) Day 7: Kruger - Johannesburg Opt for the dawn game drive for more animal sightings, and then fly to Johannesburg, South Africa's largest city. Enjoy two nights in the luxurious Westcliff Hotel, boasting stunning views over the city.(BD) Overnight: The Westcliff Hotel Day 8: Soweto An educational sightseeing tour of Soweto Township visits Freedom Square, the Hector Pietersen Memorial, the home of Winnie Mandela, and the home of Archbishop Desmond Tutu. The evening is at your leisure to spend as you wish.(BL) Day 9: Johannesburg - Victoria Falls Fly to Victoria Falls, regarded as one of the seven natural wonders of the world. The Zambezi River plunges more than 300 feet into the Zambezi Gorge, often creating rainbows in the spray. It is nearly twice as wide and twice
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as high as Niagara Falls. Enjoy a relaxing two-night stay at the elegant Victoria Falls Hotel, established in 1904. In your free time, stroll the hotel's private pathway atop the gorge for inspiring views of the Victoria Falls Bridge crossing into Zambia.(BD) Overnight: Victoria Falls Hotel Day 10: Victoria Falls Take a morning walking tour into Zambezi National Park, and learn about the African elephant from your guide. Then climb onto a special seat atop an enormous African elephant for a lumbering stroll through the bush for the ultimate wildlife experience. You may even still be talking about it at this evening's farewell reception and dinner!(BLD) Day 11: Victoria Falls - Johannesburg Enjoy a final morning at Victoria Falls before your flight to Johannesburg. Your tour ends at Johannesburg Airport where you will connect onto your onward or homebound flight.(B)
Prices Include
* Superior accommodation as detailed in the itinerary (or similar) * Meals as specified; B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner * Services of a professional tour director * All sightseeing as specified in the itinerary
Prices Exclude
* International flights * There are 4 internal flights required for this tour (£414 per person) which must be purchased additionally * Drinks, gratuities and items of a personal nature
Tour Prices
Price per person in £'s from
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Twin 3209 3105 3209 Single 4005 3905 4005
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Brochure prices may change. See booking conditions.
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