Travel Tours Explore Southern Africa 9 days package#2(SA)
     

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      Day one Early morning pick up from Protea Hotel Seapoint (±08h00).  Drive via N2 to George.  Arrive in George take the Outeniqua Choo Tjoe Steam Train from George to Knysna at 13h30.  Arrive at Knysna and book in at the Knysna Holiday Resort, where you will overnight on a bed and breakfast basis.  After checking in, depart to Knysna Waterfront for time at leisure, shopping and dinner.  (dinner on own account).  Overnight at Knysna Holiday Resort on a bed and breakfast basis  
      Day one After breakfast depart from Knysna to George Airport in time for your flight to Durban at 12h00.  Arrive in Durban at 14h05, meet and greet with your road transfer to Holiday Inn Garden Court Marine Parade.  Spent rest of your day at leisure and exploring.  Overnight at Holiday Inn Garden Court Marine Parade (or similar) on a bed and breakfast basis.  (dinner on own account)  
      Holiday Inn Garden Court Marine Parade Introduction:This ultra modern hotel, with its striking Art Deco style, rises in contrast to KwaZulu-Natal's blue skies and dominates Durban's Golden Mile. Its gleaming white marble facade reflects the rays of Durban's sub-tropical sun to give guests the greatest degree of comfort. This is one of the few hotels along the beachfront, where every bedroom is sea-facing, with glorious views across the Indian Ocean. The hotel is renowned for its friendliness, efficiency and excellent service. It provides guests with all the essential qualities of a Holiday Inn Garden Court. There are two excellent restaurants, as well as an attractive bar. A unique feature of this hotel is the swimming pool on the top floor, over-looking Durban's coastline and offering the perfect spot on a windy day.  
      Day three After breakfast you will be collected at the hotel at ±08h00 for a half day Durban City tour, before drop off at Durban Airport for your flight to Nelspruit.  Durban is an intriguing cultural blend of East, West and Africa which with its endless summer climate, effervescent and luke warm ocean lined with golden beaches, offers a subtropical carnival atmosphere all year round. Our tour of this bustling metropolis, often called the cultural 'melting pot' of South Africa, includes the Marine Parade (Golden Mile), the rickshaw pullers, Durban Harbour, Botanical Gardens and a glimpse into the Indian culture at the Indian market. A drive through the city centre with a final stop at one of our outstanding shopping complexes completes our tour.  Depart to Durban Airport in time for your flight to Nelspruit at 15h30.  Arrive in Nelspruit at 16h50, meet and greet with your specialized guide and road transfer 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 National Park.  Upon return to Royal Kruger Lodge, dine under starlit skies in the outdoor boma experiencing fine African cuisine.   Overnight at Royal Kruger Lodge in four star air-conditioned comfort.   
      Day four Early morning breakfast in the dining area then depart from Royal Kruger Lodge to the BIG FIVE - Kruger National Park for a full day game drive in an open landrover vehicle.  The experienced Ranger will leisurely drive 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 and relax on the outdoor patio and view further scenes of nature or take a refreshing swim in the pool.   Dine once again under starlit skies in the outdoor boma tasting fine African cuisine.  Overnight at Royal Kruger Lodge in four star air-conditioned comfort.     
      Day five On our last day, we shall do an early morning game drive, wishing our animal friends farewell.  After breakfast we shall depart via the Panoramic Route to Crystal Springs.  Winding across the rolling hills of the Mpumalanga Drakensberg is the historic route to Pilgrim's Rest. This road once descended from Lydenburg all the way to the coast, emerging at Delgoa Bay (now Maputo). After the Pilgrim's Rest gold rush began during the late 1800's, it came to be nicknamed Robbers Pass due to regular hold-ups of stagecoaches and travelers by highwaymen and robbers - a name it bears to this day. Now the pass forms part of a very scenic drive down to the Lowveld featuring endless idyllic views en route to Pilgrim's Rest.  Arrive at Crystal Springs and spent day at leisure.  Overnight at Crystal Springs Mountain Lodge on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis.  
      Day six After breakfast depart from Crystal Springs to Sun City.  In the middle of an extended savannah lies the Las Vegas of Southern Africa. The spacious entertainment area used to be part of the former homeland Bophuthatswana. The formal independence of the homeland made it possible for the businessman Sol Kerzner to set up this complex quite close to the population centres Johannesburg and Pretoria, where, amongst other things, striptease and gambling are offered, which activities had been forbidden in the Calvinist old South Africa. Besides that, internationally famous entertainers like rockstars perform here, who have always attracted many people.   Nowadays Sun City has lost the odour of sin. The name now stands for luxurious hotels, beautifully laid-out watergardens, excellent golf courses, unusual gambling halls, exclusive casinos and first-class entertainment shows.  The latest jewel in the chain of casino complexes is Lost City. It was planned in the style of a sunken, legendary African town. It is beautifully situated and imaginatively decorated.. No wonder that Sun City attracts more than 25.000 visitors every day.  Overnight at Cabanas Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.  (dinner on own account).  
      Day seven After breakfast depart from Sun City to Pretoria.  Arrive in Pretoria, check in at hotel.  Depart from hotel for a half day Pretoria City tour.  Visiting the Capital city of South Africa when it is wrapped in a Jacaranda purple haze is must. The first stop is the impressive Voortrekker Monument. From there the visitor passes the central prison, which housed the gallows, and proceeds to the Paul Kruger House Museum. On route to Melrose House we cross Church Square. The Union Buildings gives the visitor a spectacular view of the city. Government Drive houses official government houses and a host of embassies.  Arrive late afternoon at Pride of India Restaurant, where you will enjoy Indian Cuisine at it's best.  After dinner depart back to Holiday Inn Garden Court Hatfield (or similar hotel) where you will overnight on a bed and breakfast basis.  
      Day eight After breakfast depart from the Hotel to Johannesburg.  Experience the all-time high of the Carlton panorama way above the bustling city streets. Experience the heartbeat of this black township, one of the biggest cities on the African continent. Drive over Bara Bridge for a general view of Soweto (south Western Township). Proceed to Diepkloof squatters, drive past the Diepkloof Extension – the rich area. Drive past Baragwanath Hospital, the biggest in the Southern hemisphere. See Winnie Mandela’s house.  Drive south to Gold Reef City – Johannesburg’s primary theme park and casino. Fun rides include a trip on a sight seeing train, run-away train and a host of other exhilarating rides. Descend down a Gold Mine shaft to level 5 (220m) underground for a guided tour, watch a 12,5kg gold pour, visit the mine manager’s house and be entertained by the Siyagida Dancers. Watch how coins were pressed in the early days of Johannesburg. Gold Reef City provides entertainment for young and old. Have your photo taken in period costumes, down a pint at the saloon or amble through the animal farm.  Depart to Birchwood Executive Suite (or similar hotel) late afternoon where you will overnight on a bed and breakfast basis (dinner on own account)   
      Day nine Early morning departure from the hotel back to Johannesburg International Airport, in time for your flight back!  
         
         
      The 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.  
      The tour price excludes: Lunch, drinks and any purchases of a personal nature  
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