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CAPE TOWN & KNYSNA

Chapmans Peak Drive
Special Tour 9 Days 8 Nights
Garden Route, South Africa South Africa

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Cape Town, often regarded as one of the most picturesque cities in the world, is known for its iconic Table Mountain, vibrant culture, and stunning beaches. Visitors can explore historic sites like Robben Island, sample local wines in the nearby vineyards, and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the V&A Waterfront. Knysna, situated along the Garden Route, is a charming coastal town famed for its breathtaking lagoons, lush forests, and delicious oysters. With a mix of outdoor adventures, from hiking and boating to wildlife encounters, both Cape Town and Knysna offer unique experiences that showcase the beauty and diversity of South Africa’s landscapes and culture.


DEPART LOCATION
Cape Town International Airport

RETURN LOCATION
Cape Town International Airport or Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport

INCLUDED
  • Accommodation on Bed & Breakfast
  • Lunches, Dinners as per itinerary
  • Domestic Flights (quoted separately)
  • Transfers & Tours including Entry Fees
  • Professional guide throughout

EXCLUDED
  • International Airfare
  • Visa Cost
  • Drinks
  • Curios & personal items

What to Expect

A visit to Cape Town promises a vibrant blend of stunning landscapes, rich history, and cultural experiences. Expect to explore iconic landmarks like Table Mountain alongside picturesque beaches and the colorful Bo-Kaap district. At Aquila Game Reserve, immerse yourself in the exhilarating experience of a Big Five safari, and finally, in Knysna, enjoy the serene beauty of the lagoon, indulge in delectable local seafood, and take leisurely walks through the enchanting Knysna Forest. This trip combines thrilling wildlife encounters, scenic coastlines, and charming towns for an unforgettable adventure.

  • 5 Nights Cape Town
  • 3 Nights Knysna

**Day 1: Cape Town – Arrival**
Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, clear customs and immigration, then meet your guide in the arrivals hall. Transfer to the hotel and Check In.  You have the rest of the day at leisure to rest and recover from the long flight.
Accommodation: Sky Hotel Cape Town (or Similar)

**Day 2: City, Table Mountain & Kirstenbosch **
This morning you are collected from your hotel for a full day of touring.  Your journey begins with a visit to the lower cable station, from where you take a revolving cable car to the summit of Table Mountain (weather permitting) for stunning panoramic views of Cape Town and the Peninsula.

After descending, it’s time to explore the city with an orientation tour.  Enjoy a drive through the city and past some of its historical sites, including the 400-year-old Castle of Good Hope and City Hall.  Visit the Slave Lodge and Company Gardens before exploring the vibrant Cape Malay Quarter, known as Bo Kaap.

Lunch can be had at a local restaurant and would be for your own account.

After lunch, visit the stunning Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, located on the lower slopes of Table Mountain. This renowned garden showcases the Cape’s rich flora, with the unique fynbos vegetation taking center stage. You’ll have time at leisure to explore this paradise, which is ranked as one of the top botanical gardens in the world.

 Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.
Accommodation: Sky Hotel Cape Town (or Similar)

**Day 3: Cape Peninsula Tour **
After breakfast, meet your guide and depart for a full-day tour of Cape Point. Drive through the scenic suburbs of Camps Bay and Llandudno to the coastal town of Hout Bay. Enjoy a 45-minute cruise to Seal Island. Continue along Chapman’s Peak Drive to Simon’s Town and visit Boulders Beach, home to a charming colony of African penguins. Lunch at a local restaurant would be for your own account. Explore the historic town of Simon’s Town with its antique stores, followed by a visit to Cape Point.
Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.
Accommodation: Sky Hotel Cape Town (or Similar)

**Day 4 & 5: Leisure Time **
For your convenience we have left these two days open so you can relax at your hotel or do some optional touring.
Accommodation: Sky Hotel Cape Town (or Similar)

**Day 6: Knysna – Garden Route **
Today you have a transfer from your hotel to Cape Town Airport where you check in for your flight to George Airport.  On arrival at George Airport, you’re met by your local guide and transferred to your hotel in Knysna, the heart of the Garden Route.
You have the rest of the day at leisure.
Accommodation: The Rex Hotel Cape Town (or Similar)

**Day 7: Knysna – Explore Tsitsikamma **
After a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, you’ll depart for Plettenberg Bay to visit Monkeyland and Birds of Eden. Monkeyland is the world’s first free-roaming multi-species primate sanctuary, dedicated to educating visitors and fostering a deeper understanding of primates.

Birds of Eden features a unique two-hectare dome—the largest in the world—covering a gorge of indigenous forest. It is home to over 3,500 birds from more than 220 species, with a primary focus on African birds.

Lunch is for your own account at one of the many beachfront restaurants in Plettenberg Bay. Afterward, you’ll visit the Tsitsikamma Forest to see the famous Big Tree and enjoy a walk through the Tsitsikamma Nature Reserve, before returning to your hotel in the late afternoon.
Accommodation: The Rex Hotel Cape Town (or Similar)

**Day 8: Knysna – Leisure Time **

Today you have the day at leisure to relax at your hotel or to explore with some additional touring.
Accommodation: The Rex Hotel Cape Town (or Similar)

**Day 9: Departure Day **

Today you have a transfer to George Airport where you check in for your onward flight to Cape Town or Johannesburg to connect with your international flight home.

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