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Day
one Transfer to Emperor Hotel***** At
Caesars Casino & Entertainment Centre for overnight http://www.caesars.co.za/hotels/images/EMPEROR.jpg>
The five-star Emperor hotel embraces grand luxury on an intimate scale. Surrounded by
palatial buildings and set in a display of gardens, fountains and statues, the experience
is breathtaking while the art of personal service is practiced with efficiency and
aplomb. Pamper yourself at Octavia's Sensorium http://www.caesars.co.za/hotels/octaviaspa/octavia_home.htm>
Health & Beauty Spa, enjoy a game of tennis, relax on the pool deck or stroll through
the Gardens of Vespasian. Whether it is business or pleasure, The Emperor is undoubtedly
Africa's premier hotel destination. http://www.caesars.co.za/hotels/images/emp_lobby.jpg>THE
ROOMS
The deluxe Emperor Hotel features 196 beautifully appointed rooms and suites that provide
the optimum in convenience and regal comfort. All rooms include 24-hour room service,
fully adjustable air-conditioning, an interactive PAY-TV with Internet access, SABC TV,
M-Net, e-TV and selected DSTV channels, radio, a personal keypad safe, hairdryer, bathroom
telephones, laundry service and valet services. Within every room is a writing desk with a
Business Panel comprising standard electronic connections used worldwide and a modem
connection for PC or fax machines. |
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Day two Depart from Johannesburg via
Nelspruit, Mmpumalanga's Capital, to Royal Kruger Lodge. En-route we shall be
viewing breathtaking scenes of nature. Time permitting we shall do an afternoon game
drive in Kruger. Overnight at Royal Kruger Lodge on a dinner, bed and breakfast
basis. |
| REGION :
MPUMALANGA - KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
DESCRIPTION : ROYAL KRUGER LODGE |
| The name Royal Kruger Lodge aptly describes the status the guests enjoy.
This luxurious Game Lodge is renowned for exceptional personal service and its intimate
atmosphere. The very best of African cuisine is on the menu and
dinners are served in the fire-lit boma under the starlit skies. Experience Africa at its
very finest with your guide infatuating you through endless bushveld, tropical forests,
shimmering hazes above hot plains, abundant plant life, darting antelope and the thrilling
sight of Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino and Leopard. |
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LOCATION
The lodge is situated in an area where Lions still roam freely on the
Southern border of the Kruger National Park; 15 minutes drive from the Crocodile Bridge
entry gate. |
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ACCOMMODATION
The 10 luxury air-conditioned suites are elegantly decorated with splendid
African-style décor, which enhances the ambiance and leaves an everlasting impression.
All suites are equipped with mosquito nets and bathrooms are
en-suite. |
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FACILITIES
The dining rooms, spacious lounge and bar areas are furnished with superb log
furniture. Guests can enjoy drinks at the cozy bar or in the lounge area. Leisure time can
also be spent relaxing around the pool area. |
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ACTIVITIES
All game drives in search for the majestic Big Five are conducted in open
Landrover vehicles. At night guests are surrounded by sounds of the wild while being
entertained by the lodge staff members and game rangers. Night game drives
Bush walks Golf inside the Kruger National Park (on request) Bird watching |
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Day three Early morning departure from
Royal Kruger Lodge to the Kruger Park for a full day game drive in an open
landrover. Your safari will include leisurely game drives through herds of Impala,
Wildebeest, Giraffe and Zebra. We shall pause for photographic opportunities and
keep an eagle eye open for Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, the elusive Leopard and other
exciting occurrences. In addition, we shall be driving to various waterholes where
we shall wait in silence to anticipate the magnificent view of game coming down to slake
their thirst. Return to the lodge in the late afternoon. Overnight at Royal
Kruger Lodge on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis. Weather permitting dinner will be
served in the open boma under the starlit skies.
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Day four On our last morning we
shall do an early morning game drive wishing our animal friends farewell. After
breakfast we shall depart to Sun City SUN CITY Sun
International is a name synonymous with excellence in the world of hospitality and
leisure, both in South Africa - where it is the undisputed industry leader - and abroad,
with the Sun International group featuring amongst the top 20 hotel chains worldwide. We
offer our guests an irresistible combination of architecturally exciting hotels and
resorts in truly spectacular destinations. This, combined with our service excellence, the
most superb sporting and leisure activities available, and delicious cuisine created by
talented banqueting teams, makes it easy to see why our guests keep on coming back for
more - whether on a leisure break, a conference or an incentive adventure. |
| LOST CITY - THE PALACE: The
Palace has 338 luxurious rooms and suites that offer royal hospitality with wonderful
views over water or jungle for guests to choose from. The furnishings are intricately
hand-carved and reflect the flora and fauna of Africa and attention to detail that
emphasizes the personal touch. The epitome of regal luxury is the King Suite (one of the
four big individually named suites available on request) with hand-carved walls, frescoed
ceilings and hundreds of custom designed items adorning two bedrooms, lounge, two en-suite
bathrooms, guest powder room, library, butlers pantry and balcony. All luxury suites also
feature a sauna and Jacuzzi bath. All standard rooms have entrance foyers, en-suite
bathrooms, lounge and seating areas. Standard amenities include a carved armoire which
contains the color television, safe, refrigerator and butler stations; a direct-dial
telephone; radio; hairdryer; electric razor plug (110/220v); air-conditioning; ceiling
fan; 24 hour room service and message service.
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Day six Morning
leisure at Sun City Flight 15:35 from Sun City to Cape Town 17:45 Meet and greet at the
airport. Short orientation tour of Cape Town City before drop off at The Cullinan Inn
Waterfront Hotel ,or same class your hotel for overnight. |
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Day seven Depart on a tour of Cape Point
and Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve along one of South Africa's most beautiful
coastlines. Your journey takes you through Sea Point and Hout Bay via Chapmans Peak Drive
and on to Cape
Point where the two oceans meet. You continue along the coast to the lovely town of
Simonstown where you visit the rare Jackass Penguins at Boulders Beach. From Simonstown
you travel via Kalk Bay, Fishhoek and Muizenberg to Kirstenbosch Botanical gardens.
Kirstenbosch was established as a centre for the preservation and study of the indigenous
flora of Southern Africa. One can enjoy glorious living displays of wild flowers and the
magnificent collection of cycads, silver trees and other shrubs, plants and trees. Return
to The Cullinan Inn Hotel your hotel situated at the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront in the
late afternoon. Overnight in The Cullinan Inn Hotel Bed & breakfast basis
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Day eight Leave Cape Town
via N1 and Du Toitskloof Pass to Worcester.Do a Karoo Botanical Garden Drive
only during
flower season), as well as Church Street and surrounds Cape Dutch and Victorian
Houses) in
Worcester and School of the Blind neighborhood. Visit Klein Plasie Open Air Museum and
after coffee, leave for Robertson, Ashton, Montague and lunch in
Barrydale. After lunch drive
via the Huisriver Pass to Calitzdorp and Oudtshoorn. Book in at Guest House/Farm/Hotel and
enjoy traditional Ostrich Cuisine for dinner. |
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Day nine Visit Cango Caves
and Crocodile Ranch and have lunch in Oudtshoorn. After lunch visit Ostrich Farm and drive
to George and Knysna. Book in at Guest House/Hotel in Knysna. Dinner at Pakita`s
"Restaurant on the rocks" in Knysna. |
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Day ten Take Ferry
to Featherbed Nature Reserve and do a guided 4x4-excursion and spectacular walk in the
Reserve. Lunch at the Reserve Restaurant. Take ferry back to Knysna
Waterfront, visit
"The Heads" and Belvidere Church and drive to Wilderness for overnight and
dinner at Hotel. |
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Day eleven Leave for
Mossel Bay and visit the Diaz Museum Complex. Visit the Khoi-Village and after a visit to
Bat`s Cave return to Cape Town. Light lunch in Heidelberg. Visit Drosdy Museum Complex in
Swellendam and drive to Cape Town via Caledon. Overnight in the Cape Sun Hotel Bed
& breakfast Basis |
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Luxury Accommodation: Choice of twin-beds or double bed, and a
full size bath with hand shower. Luxury suites are also equipped with CD players and
video machines. Each Blue Train has two lounges: the main lounge and the Club
lounge. The Club lounge, has a more masculine ambiance and is expected to find
favor with those seeking a peaceful place for after-dinner cognacs, coffees or
cigars. This area is the only section of the train designated for smokers.
High tea is served each afternoon in the main lounge.
Another attraction of the opulent main lounge is the giant-size TV monitor revealing
the unfolding scenery of the track ahead, courtesy of a camera mounted onto the
front of the locomotive. The ambiance of the lounges is one of warm elegance. Large
windows allow for panoramic views of the passing countryside.
The second Blue Train has a third lounge, which can be used as a 22 setter
conference facility with laptop computer, overhead projector, video, slide
facilities and other modern equipment that can cater for various types of
meetings and conferences. If not used for conferencing, this lounge can
be converted into an observation car. All lounges are fitted with gas filled
air-conditioning systems. The temperature is
centrally adjusted to a desired coolant temperature. During cooler periods, the
under-floor heating provides guests with desired temperature to ensure their comfort
at all times. A sophisticated, opulent atmosphere, gourmet menu and the finest South
African wines sourced from boutique vineyards, make dining on The Blue Train a
magnificent experience. The Blue Train's own creative team of
chefs have created a menu to delight the most discerning palate. Only the freshest
ingredients meet The Blue Train standards. Meals and snacks are prepared
in the streamlined kitchen, designed to The Blue Train engineers' exacting
specifications. Guests are offered a choice of entrees, soups, fish, meat dishes,
desserts, coffee and cheese platters, all beautifully presented. Typically,
South African cuisine includes, Karoo lamb, kabeljou, Knysna oysters, snoek,
crayfish and impala. Also offered is an abundant array of the finest South African
fruit and vegetables. Vegetarian, Kosher and
Halaal meals are provided on request. The Blue Train is a showcase for South African
wines which have been
selected to compliment each course on the menu after meticulous consultation
with top South African wine experts. Breakfast, lunch and supper are
the main meals and high tea is served each afternoon in the main
lounge. During high tea, various snacks are served - these include
cucumber sandwiches, dainty cakes, fresh scones and cream and other
irresistible delicacies with an assortment of fine teas and coffees.
The Blue Train is equipped with the finest bone china, cut-crystal
glasses and classic silver cutlery engraved with the familiar
On The Blue Train, the pampering never stops. After a spectacular African sunset, the individual lighting on each table gently
highlights the beautifully detailed burled wood paneling and original . |
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thirteen Meet & Greet at Station
Afternoon Pretoria City Tour (Jacarandas is a must see) View of the University of
South Africa and Jacaranda City of South Africa First stop: Government Union
buildings Second stop: Church Square - Situated in the centre of the city with a
statue of Paul Kruger, late State President of the Transvaal Republic. The square is
surrounded by fine buildings, the old Raadsaal, the Palace of Justice and the former
headquarters of the Reserve Bank. View the City Hall, Transvaal Museum and
statues of great " boer " leaders. Drive to Burgers Park. Third stop:
Burgers Park - Have tea in the gardens. Those interested may visit the Melrose
House where the peace treaty of Vereeniging was signed after the Second Anglo Boer
war in 1902.Fourth stop: Voortrekker Monument. Statues that portray various aspects
of the aspects of the history of the
Voortrekkers (boer's) in South Africa. Overnight in Emperor Hotel |
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fourteen Duration
of Tour: - 4:00 hrs Price includes entrance fees to Gold Reef City and an
underground tour of a Gold Mine. Depart from hotel to Gold Reef City, view of Johannesburg
from the Motorway. Gold Reef City is an example of early pioneer Johannesburg and the gold
mining industry in South Africa. Guide will take you to the hoist room where men and
material are lowered and raised underground. Guided underground tour of a Gold Mine. The
underground tour is highly recommended. One of Gold Reef City's guides will explain many
aspects of gold mining and especially deep level mining in South Africa. Visit a gold
pouring demonstration. View tribal dancing and have a beer or tea at a
restaurant. Transfer to Airport |
| TOUR ENDS
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| The
above price includes: |
| 1 nights accommodation
at the Emperor Hotel ***** Johannesburg incl breakfast |
| Return transfer from
Johannesburg/Royal Kruger Lodge/Johannesburg
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| 2 Nights accommodation
at Royal Kruger Lodge on a dinner bed & breakfast basis including
game drives in the Kruger National Park |
| Transfer from Royal
Kruger to Sun City |
| 2 Nights accommodation
at the Palace on a bed & breakfast basis |
| Transfer from Sun City
to Cape Town
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| Orientation tour &
transfer from Airport to Hotel
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| 2 Nights accommodation
in the Cullinan Inn Hotel on a bed
& breakfast basis, or similar
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| Full day Cape Peninsula
tour including lunch
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| 4 day 3 night Garden
Route tour: Bed & Breakfast, all lunches, entrance fees, ferry rides & Game Drive(Game drives only for smaller
groups),4x4-drives,Outeniqua Choo Tjoe, sightseeing as specified, accredited guides &
specialist guides. |
| 1 Night
accommodation in the Cape Sun |
| Transfer to the Cape
Town Station |
| Blue Train trip
from Cape Town to Pretoria all inclusive |
| Transfer from
Pretoria to Johannesburg |
| Pretoria City
Tour |
| 1 Night accommodation
in the Emperor incl breakfast |
| Gold Reef City
tour
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| The tour price excludes:
Lunch, drinks and any purchases of a personal nature |
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above rates are subject to availability of the airfares in the IT class and accommodation
at the time of booking. Prices could change due to airfare increases and currency
fluctuations. |
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