Classic South Africa Tour
Soak up the sun on the beaches of Cape Town, sample fine wines in the Cape Winelands, enjoy downtime at Birkenhead House perched above the whale watching paradise of Walker Bay, and don’t miss some exceptional game viewing in the Sabi Sands part of the Greater Kruger. Our Classic South Africa tour can be entirely tailormade and offers a wide range of bespoke experiences for a true adventure of a lifetime.
Day 1
Arrival Cape Town
Upon arrival at Cape Town, you’ll be met by a representative and assisted with the collection of your rental car.
Drive to your accommodation at the foot of Table Mountain, and enjoy an afternoon at leisure.
Day 2
Cape Town
Spend your first day acquainting yourself with Cape Town. Wander along the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, take the cable car up Table Mountain, catch the ferry to Robben Island, and sample Cape Town’s world-class dining scene. Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can recommend activities to suit your interests prior to departure.
Day 3
Cape Town
Time to use your rental car to explore the surrounding area. Amongst your options are visiting beautiful Noordhoek Beach, watching the African penguin colony at Boulders Bay, and sampling the fine dining restaurants at Camps Bay.
Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can help to plan your activities.
Day 4
Cape Town - The Winelands
After breakfast, drive to Stellenbosch in the heart of the Winelands.
Check into your accommodation and relax and unwind overlooking the vineyards.
Day 5
The Winelands
Today your private guide will take you on a tour of some of the best boutique wineries in the region. Drive through rugged mountain ranges, rolling vineyards and Cape Dutch homesteads, and sample fine wines as well as olive oil, chocolate and cheese.
Day 6
The Winelands
Enjoy a day at leisure in Stellenbosch.
Explore more wineries, sample award-winning restaurants, or enjoy an indulgent spa ritual at your hotel.
Day 7
The Winelands - Hermanus
Time to leave The Winelands and drive to Hermanus, renowned as being one of the best land-based whale-watching destinations in the world. Your hotel is perched on the cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Day 8
Hermanus
Enjoy three days at leisure exploring the Hermanus region. You could spend a day enjoying the many wineries in the picturesque Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) Valley, go whale watching along the cliffs, or simply relax in your private plunge pool at the hotel while watching for whales out to sea.
You also have the option to go great white shark cave diving in nearby Gansbaai.
Day 9
Hermanus
Continue to explore the Hermanus region.
Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can help to suggest activities prior to departure.
Day 10
Hermanus
Continue to explore the Hermanus region.
Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can help to suggest activities prior to departure.
Day 11
Hermanus – Cape Town – Johannesburg – Sabi Sands
Today you’ll drive back to Cape Town, drop off your rental car and jump on a flight to Johannesburg.
Upon arrival, you’ll pick up a light aircraft flight to Sabi Sands, where you’ll be met and driven to your safari lodge in Kruger National Park.
Day 12
Kruger National Park
Spend three days on safari in Kruger National Park. Your days will revolve around morning and afternoon game drives, where you’ll see iconic African wildlife.
You also have the option of joining walking safaris with trained rangers, mountain biking, and archery. There’ll be plenty of time to relax around the pool and indulge in a massage on a private deck overlooking the bush.
Day 13
Kruger National Park
Continue to enjoy morning and afternoon game drives.
You also have the option of joining walking safaris with trained rangers, mountain biking, and archery.
There’ll be plenty of time to relax around the pool and indulge in a massage on a private deck overlooking the bush.
Day 14
Kruger National Park
Continue to enjoy morning and afternoon game drives.
Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can suggest activities prior to departure.
Day 15
Departure
Today you’ll be escorted to the airport for your onward journey.
- Wake up to spectacular views of Table Mountain
- Enjoy a private wine tour with an expert guide in Cape Winelands
- Visit Hermanus, the world’s best land-based whale-watching destination
- Go cage diving with great white sharks, if you dare!
- See iconic African wildlife in the Kruger National Park
AUTHENTICITYWe won't take you to the usual tourist traps, instead we'll introduce you to people that show you the true side of a country. With our contacts in each destination, we can arrange for you to meet locals away from the crowds and ensure an authentic experience.
EXPERTISEYou can rely on our extensive first-hand knowledge and years of experience in the country you’re visiting. We use only the best expert guides, and provide insider tips on the local customs, and everything from vibrant festivals to hidden Himalayan monasteries
PERSONAL SERVICEYour holiday will be as unique as you are. By getting to know you and what makes you tick, we fuse our wealth of expertise and a deep understanding of our destinations to create unique day by day itineraries that are built around you.
