Best of the Cape, Kruger & The Falls

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Met on arrival by and private road transfer to Cape Grace.

Arrival at the hotel for check-in and shown to your accomodation

The day is at leisure for you to rest and adjust to the time difference after your flight.

Perhaps enjoy dinner at the Signal restaurant which offers creative Cape cuisine that's fresh and inventive. Led by Executive Chef, Malika van Reenen, Signal Restaurant draws on influences from the many nationalities and customs that have shaped this region since being settled in 1652; namely Dutch and British settlers, French Huguenots, Asian traders and African cultures.

Another option would be to unwind at the Bascule whiskey and wine bar voted Best Bar Service and Best Pub Style in the August 2009 V&A Restaurant Awards.
Visit the Bascule Bar for a slice of Cape Town's social energy. This Cape Town whisky and wine bar looks over the calm water of a private V&A Waterfront marina. Full of gleaming yachts, it sets the scene for a relaxed gathering of Cape Town locals and international guests.

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Cape Town City & Table Mountain

Met after breakfast by a private guide at the hotel for your private half day City Tour of Cape Town.

Depart Cape Grace at approximately 10:00am with private vehicle and private Guide.

We have arranged a comprehensive city orientation tour starting with a trip up Table Mountain by cable car (cableway ticket for own account as weather dependent). The state-of-the-art cable car rotates 360° on its way to the top, offering a panoramic view. At the summit are short walks to enjoy the magnificent scenery.
•You are then taken on a city tour, which includes a visit to the Castle, a drive through the city centre, a stop in the picturesque Malay (Muslim) Quarter, the architecture in this area is typical of what Cape Town was like 200 years ago.
•Then visit to the Waterfront or Milnerton for views of Cape Town. You will go past the houses of parliament, visit two or three of our famous museums and visit the company gardens.

Highlights:
•A tour of the Malay Quarter
•Cape Town city centre
•Company Gardens
•Greenmarket Square
•The flower sellers and the Castle of Good Hope.

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Cape Peninsular Tour

After breakfast you will be met by a private guide at the hotel for your private full day Peninsula Tour.

Depart Cape Grace at approximately 9:00am along the spectacular Atlantic Seaboard. You drive through the coastal suburbs of Sea Point, Bantry Bay and Clifton.

You will stop for a photo opportunity of Table Mountain's impressive Twelve Apostles. You then travel on past Bakoven and Llandudno which are marked by shipwrecks which fell foul to the infamous Cape winter storms, then on to the scenic fishing village of Hout Bay.

An optional extra would be to board a boat to view the Cape Fur Seal colony on Duiker Island is wanted

You will also head over the 600m heights of Chapman's Peak Drive, which is without a doubt one of the world's most spectacular mountain passes. You will also have a chance to watch Southern Right Whales frolicking just offshore from June to November.

Explore the rocky coastline and unique Cape Fynbos vegetation which is home to unique birdlife such as African Black Oystercatchers and Cape Sugarbirds amongst others. The opportunity is also there to view small animals such as the Cape Mountain Zebra, Bontebok, ostrich and Baboon as we enter the Cape of Good Hope National Park.

Climb to the famous Cape Point Lighthouse to capture the magical vistas of False Bay, and stop at the south western most point of Africa - the fabled Cape of Good Hope. (A funicular is an optional extra for those who prefer)

Lunch will be at one of the restaurants of your choice after having been giving suggestions by your guide.

You will visit Boulders Beach for an exciting close up encounter with African Penguins. Drive through the historical naval village of Simonstown and over yet another spectacular mountain pass; Boyes Drive, where you will take in views of the quaint fishing harbour at Kalk Bay as well as the seaside villages of St James and Muizenberg.

Visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens - with time to browse these magnificent gardens set on the slopes of Table Mountain before returning to the city.

Please note that tours are subject to a change in direction due to weather and traffic conditions

Highlights:
•Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope
•Boulders Beach – Penguin Colony
•Hout Bay – optional boat trip to Seal Colony
•Simonstown historical naval base
•Fynbos vegetation
•The chance of seeing baboons, bontebok, ostriches, bird life and the Southern Right Whales (seasonal)
•Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
•Includes a private guide, entrance fees to Cape Point, Boulders Beach Penguin Sanctuary and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Lunch at your own cost will be at the suggestion of the guide once he finds out your preference or he can make suggestions.

You should return to the hotel at about 17:00/ 17:30pm. Evening at leisure

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Cape Winelands | Franschhoek---La Residence

After breakfast and check out, a private driver guide will meet you at the hotel for your private road transfer to Franschhoek – La Residence which will take approximately 1 hour.

La Residence is located in the beautiful Franschhoek valley at the heart of a private 30-acre estate.

•Within the category of luxury Franschhoek hotels, La Residence is in a class of its own. Located in the beautiful Franschhoek valley at the heart of a private 30-acre estate, this is a haven of luxury on every level. Surrounded by vineyards and plum orchards, with a stunning mountain backdrop, La Residence enjoys breathtaking views of the unspoilt rural surrounds and an atmosphere of complete tranquility.

• Step into the main hall and be transported to a world of exquisite beauty, opulence and grandeur in this luxury Franschhoek hotel. Glittering Indian chandeliers hang from the vaulted ceiling; original artwork and huge mirrors grace the walls; furnishings are plush, colourful and stylish. Elegant antiques and exquisite flowers create a feeling of refinement and sophistication.

•An integral part of the experience at Franschhoek’s La Residence is the elaborate and unique interior of each suite. Every suite has its own colour scheme and set of design influences, from the exotic Tibetan Suite with its oriental antiques and rich orange tones to the blue and yellow Chambre Bleu with its Provençal antiques, velvets and silks.

•A Luxurious Spa at La Residence in Franschhoek allows you to indulge in an array of pampering procedures - either in the tranquil, air-conditioned double treatment room or in the privacy of your own suite or balcony.

Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy your surrounds.

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10 Reasons to visit Franschhoek:

•Franschhoek is arguably the most beautiful wine valley in the world.
•It is the food and wine capital of South Africa.
•There are more award-winning restaurants concentrated here than anywhere else in the country.
•Franschhoek’s French heritage of more than 300 years is evident in the wine and food tradition. The magnificent Huguenot Museum and monument are worth a visit.
•There are 101 interesting things to do in this picturesque village.
•You can taste the wines of the valley in more than 40 extraordinary wine cellars.
•Franschhoek is a town for all budgets.
•It is centrally located to enjoy the wonderful pleasures of the Western Cape – from the Winelands to whale-watching to exploring Cape Town, the Mother City.
•The culturally diverse people are friendly and welcoming.
•The galleries and shops in the quaint main street provide hours of interesting browsing and shopping

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After breakfast and check out, and depart with private road transfer back to Cape Town to check in for your flight to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (flight not included).

On arrival, you will me met for your scheduled charter flight to Singita Boulders which takes approximately 15mins for further 3 nights on a luxury safari in a luxury suites on a full board basis including all meals, teas and coffees, two open land drover safaris per day, walking and mountain bike safaris, all drinks including premium wines, spirits and liqueurs.

Afternoon safari in 4x4 vehicle with your ranger & tracker. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

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Final safari in the morning return to the lodge for breakfast.

After breakfast and check out, transfer the short distance to the airstrip to depart for on scheduled charter to Singita Lebombo which takes approximately 30 minutes.

Singita Lebombo for further 3 nights in a suite on a full board basis including all meals, teas and coffees, two open land drover safaris per day, walking and mountain bike safaris, all drinks including premium wines, spirits and liqueurs.

•Like the Lebombo Euphorbia tree after which it was named, the design of Lebombo Lodge is one of a kind. From the sweeping wooden decks, you can watch the theatre that unfolds before you, while the lap pool beckons to enjoy a relaxing afternoon.

•The fifteen suites feature contemporary finishes with beds dressed with Egyptian cotton and silky-soft throws. Enjoy dinner in the boma, then spend the evening, if you so wish, sleeping under the stars on the bed of your private terrace.

•Lebombo is located in the N’wanetsi concession which is a natural wonderland and represents one of the few remaining unexplored territories in Africa

•Hidden in the Lebombo Mountains on the eastern side of the Kruger National Park, the reserve boasts some of the best views in southern Africa, be they perched over the magnificent N’wanetsi River Gorge or on the expanses of the basalt plains.
•These diverse habitats house an even more fascinating array of wildlife. This is lion country, and the formidable lion prides here are some of the biggest in the world. They provide endless hours of interest as they stalk, hunt, feed, sleep, patrol territories, mate and raise their playful cubs.
•Other species abound too - elephants, rhino, buffalo, vast herds of zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, waterbuck and even leopards. There are a lot of real rarities as well; the elusive black rhino and magnificent sable antelopes, serval, caracal, and African wild cat round off an unforgettable safari experience

•Even from the elevated safety of your suite you might hear the distinctive rustle of reeds below as a herd of elephant slowly pass by. The grunting chuckles of the resident hippos become a familiar sound during your day and at night

•This concession is home to exquisite selections of flora and fauna in four different eco-zones. Many of the indigenous plants, shrubs and herbs are used by local healers to make traditional medicines. The sheer size and space make it an ideal area for walking, experiencing this pristine area as you should, in complete and utter silence, as you touch the earth lightly

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Final safari in 4x4 and breakfast back to the lodge, check out, depart for Satara Airstrip for either private air charter ( in order to meet with onward connections. or a scheduled charter to Johannesburg which takes
approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to connect onto your onward flight to Victoria Falls (flight nit included in the quote). NOte: If flights do not connect then we can arrange extra overnight in Johannesburg.

Arrival Victoria Falls and you will be met by a local representative for your private road transfer to the Victoria Falls Hotel for 2 final nights at the mighty Victoria Falls

Late afternoon, after you have taken the traditional afternoon tea on the lawn, you are transferred to the jetty for a Sundowner Cruise on the mighty Zambezi River, which at this point forms the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia. Drinks and snacks are included.

Return transfer to the hotel.

Relax for reminder of the evening. (Dinner own arrangements at the hotel)

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After breakfast and check out, depart by private road transfer to Victoria Falls Airport to check in for your flight to Johannesburg (flight not included) for onward departure flight.