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7 Day Ultimate Garden Route & Addo Luxury Tour

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7 Day Ultimate Garden Route & Addo Luxury Tour
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Hotel Pickup Available

We collect from any hotel or address in Cape Town.

Overview

This 7-day luxury tour is the ultimate South African experience for travelers who appreciate wildlife and fine wine and dramatic landscapes. You will explore the world-famous Garden Path and the historic Cape Winelands and the diverse Cape Peninsula while staying in hand-picked 4-star boutique accommodation. From the open 4x4 safari at Botlierskop to the dense elephant populations of Addo every wildlife encounter is professional and immersive. The adventure continues with gourmet cheese and chocolate pairings in Stellenbosch and a ride on the iconic Franschhoek Wine Tram. You will also traverse the magnificent Chapman’s Peak Drive and visit the African penguin colony at Boulders Beach. This comprehensive package is designed for discerning guests who want to see the finest details of the Western and Eastern Cape without compromising on comfort.

Included

  • Private door-to-door pickup and drop-off service in Cape Town or Stellenbosch
  • Professional air-conditioned transport for all tour segments
  • 6 Nights boutique 4-star accommodation with private bathrooms
  • Daily breakfasts provided throughout the journey (6)
  • Luxury 4x4 safari at Botlierskop and Addo Elephant National Park game drive
  • Entrance fees for Cango Caves and an ostrich farm and Route 62 wine tasting
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram ride and multiple wine and cheese pairings
  • Full-day Cape Peninsula tour including Chapman’s Peak and Cape Point

Not Included

  • Lunch and dinner meals plus beverages not listed in the itinerary
  • Optional adventure activities such as the Bloukrans bungee jump
  • Entry fees for Boulders Beach or Duiker Island boat cruises
  • Personal travel insurance and international or domestic flight tickets
  • Gratuities for the professional guide and site-specific rangers
  • Mandatory park conservation fees where applicable

Itinerary

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Day 1 Cape Town to Wilderness via Botlierskop

Depart Cape Town for an open 4x4 safari at Botlierskop to track the Big Five. Travel through scenic coastal towns to your luxury stay in the Wilderness or Knysna regio.

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Day 2 Garden Route Forests and Coastal Adventures

Visit the Knysna Heads before exploring Tsitsikamma National Park. Optional thrills include the Bloukrans bungee jump or forest ziplining. Overnight in Jeffreys Bay.

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Day 3 Jeffreys Bay to Addo Elephant National Park

Enjoy a morning on the beach or optional surfing before heading inland for a safari drive in the world-renowned Addo Elephant National Park. Overnight in Addo.

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Day 4 Oudtshoorn and the Cango Caves

Travel into the Klein Karoo to explore the limestone formations of the Cango Caves. Optional evening elephant observation in nature. Overnight in Oudtshoorn.

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Day 5 Route 62 and Return to Cape Town

Visit an ostrich farm before driving the iconic Route 62 through mountain passes. Enjoy a final wine tasting before checking into your Cape Town boutique hotel.

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Day 6 Cape Winelands and Franschhoek Wine Tram

A decadent day of cheese and wine and chocolate pairings across Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Includes the famous Wine Tram ride. Overnight in Cape Town.

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Day 7 Cape Peninsula and Cape of Good Hope

Drive Chapman’s Peak to the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point. Visit the penguins at Boulders Beach before returning to Cape Town by 19:00.

Important Information

  • Pickup Window Collection typically occurs between 06:00 and 08:00 on the day of departure.
  • Age Policy No children under eight years of age are permitted on this group tour package.
  • Tour Availability This package departs exclusively on Monday and Thursday and Saturday only.
  • Accommodation Mix Boutique 4-star stays such as Protea Knysna Quays and On the Beach Guesthouse.
  • Flexible Order The sequence of activities may change depending on availability and group size.
  • Flight Advice We recommend avoiding domestic flight bookings for the final evening of the tour.