You will be met by your local tour guide and depart for the scenic Garden Route. Travel along Sir Lowry’s Pass, with its magnificent views, to Grabouw and Elgin, a lush landscape surrounded by majestic mountains. Stop en route at a farmstall packed with locally produced products from the area.
The 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
coastline 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, continue via historic Swellendam and the Tradouw Pass to Barrydale and the famous Route 62. Continue to Oudtshoorn, known as the ‘ostrich feather capital’ and centre of the world’s Ostrich farming
industry. Enjoy dinner at an Ostrich Farm, dining on local specialities such as Ostrich Steak.
Accommodation: La Plume Guest House or similar
*Dinner included
La Plume Boutique Guest House
La Plume is a Boutique Guest House on a working ostrich, alfalfa and cattle farm with spectacular views of the Swartberg Mountains and the Olifants River Valley. A warm welcome awaits you at this charming 1902 Victorian homestead with its tranquil surroundings where Karin, the owner, has combined old-world charm with modern comforts to ensure extraordinary service and personal attention.
After a leisurely breakfast, take a tour of the spectacular limestone caverns of the Cango Caves, one of the world’s great natural wonders, sculpted by nature through the ages. Join a fun-filled interactive guided tractor tour at a working Ostrich Farm, followed by a wine tasting, sampling top quality wines of the region.
Accommodation: - La Plume Guest House or similar
*Breakfast included
La Plume Boutique Guest House
La Plume is a Boutique Guest House on a working ostrich, alfalfa and cattle farm with spectacular views of the Swartberg Mountains and the Olifants River Valley. A warm welcome awaits you at this charming 1902 Victorian homestead with its tranquil surroundings where Karin, the owner, has combined old-world charm with modern comforts to ensure extraordinary service and personal attention.
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 delicious lunch en route to traditional cuisine and local treats.
The remainder of the day is at leisure until you join an afternoon sunset cruise on the Knysna Lagoon.
Accommodation: Rex Hotel or similar
*Breakfast and Lunch included
aha The Rex Hotel
Knysna is a haven of beaches, forests, lakes and sea, and aha The Rex Hotel is one of this coastal town’s most sophisticated accommodation offerings. A warm welcome and timeless elegance ensure guests enjoy a special experience during their stay at aha The Rex Hotel, as we promise superior service and exceptional comfort time and again.
Located on the world-famous Garden Route, aha The Rex Hotel is a celebration of urban style, making it one of the most exhilarating getaway destinations in its class. Expect an eclectic mix of modern and classic comforts that capture the essence of 4-star luxury. The O Bar & Eatery serves Buffet Breakfast daily in a contemporary setting with cuisine that is beautifully presented and prepared using only the freshest ingredients that Knysna has to offer. aha The Rex Hotel offers travellers a gateway to Knysna’s outstanding restaurants, blossoming forests, nature reserves, arts and crafts, and the shores of the serene lagoon.
After breakfast, you'll be transferred to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) with a driver. Traveling east through the Tsitsikamma Forest, you'll arrive in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), known as the "friendly city," where the tour ends.
Guests can request to disembark at Chief Dawid Stuurman Airport.
*Breakfast included
Minimum 2 guests / Maximum 10 guests
What's included:
5 Meals: 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner, including gratuity 3 Nights’ accommodation including porterage Transportation, including toll fees, in air-conditioned vehicles Services of a professional English-speaking tour guide Entrance fees as specified in the itinerary Bottled water in eco-friendly packagingPlease Note:
Transportation is in air-conditioned touring vehicles appropriate to the requirements of the tour
2 guests will travel in a sedan vehicle 3-10 guests will travel in a 13-seater vehicleOne suitcase and one overnight bag per person is allowed.
Selected Departure Dates in 2025:January - 6,13,27February - 3,10,17,24March - 3,10,14,24,31April - 7,14May - 5,19June - 9July - 7August - 4,18,25September - 1,15,22October - 6,13,20,27November - 3,10,17,24December - 1
