Day 4
Cape Town Scenic Drive in Vintage Car
Savor a locally sourced lunch at Boschendal Wine Estate and return to Cape Town in a chauffeured vintage car.
Safari, Vineyards and Spectacular Mountains: A Deluxe 9-Day Guided Tour of South Africa
Discover one of the world’s seven natural wonders as you enjoy a spectacular sunset over Cape Town, the Twelve Apostles Mountain Range and the Atlantic Ocean—seen from up high on Table Mountain. Explore Cape Town your way with a visit to The Old Biscuit Mill—a vibrant artisan and culinary market, or the District Six Museum—a memorial dedicated to the 60,000 inhabitants forced to relocate after Apartheid destroyed the area. After visiting the UNESCO World Heritage site and former prison of Nelson Mandela on Robben Island, meet ex-prison guard Christo Brand for lunch at the Amy Foundation to hear fascinating stories about one of history’s most inspirational figures. At Boschendal Wine Estate, enjoy a Farm-to-Table lunch of locally sourced foods, harvested from the Werf Food Garden and cooked to perfection by Chef Allistaire Lawrence. In Kruger National Park, adventure out on a private open-air safari in search of the Big Five. Led by professional trackers, this once in a lifetime experience unfolds the largest game reserve in South Africa.
The unique golden threads that make up your journey
Savor a locally sourced lunch at Boschendal Wine Estate and return to Cape Town in a chauffeured vintage car.
Enjoy a visit to the Amy Foundation, a non-profit organization. On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience witness how the lives of vulnerable young people are being transformed through a variety of empowering programmes. Your visit directly supports…
Venture deep into the heart of one of the world’s largest game reserves on a thrilling three-day safari. Experience six game drives in a private, open-air safari vehicle and keep your eyes peeled for any of the Big Five.
This day-to-day schedule is subject to change. Your official Schedule at a Glance will be delivered with your cruise e-documents 21-30 days prior to embarkation.
Day 1
Welcome to the Mother City
Welcome to Cape Town, the crown jewel of the African continent, inviting you with spectacular scenery, culture and flavors. Join your Travel Concierge and travel companions this evening for a dazzling dinner.
Located in Cape Town's vibrant Longkloof precinct at the foot of Table Mountain, Canopy by Hilton offers a stylish blend of contemporary design and...
Located in Cape Town's vibrant Longkloof precinct at the foot of Table Mountain, Canopy by Hilton offers a stylish blend of contemporary design and local character. Elegant guestrooms, warm hospitality, and thoughtfully curated South African touches create a welcoming urban retreat. Perfectly positioned for exploring the V&A Waterfront, Table Mountain, and the city's renowned restaurants, galleries, and boutiques, the hotel is an ideal base from which to experience the best of Cape Town.
Hotel Amenities: Restaurant · Concierge · Room Service · Gym
Style: Contemporary
Begin your journey with a warm welcome dinner, where local flavors are thoughtfully prepared using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Share stories over...
Begin your journey with a warm welcome dinner, where local flavors are thoughtfully prepared using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Share stories over regional cuisine in an inviting setting that encourages connection and conversation — a relaxed yet elegant start to your time together.
Day 2
Cape Peninsula and Lunch in Kalk Bay
At Cape Point Nature Reserve, explore one of the world's most pristine wildernesses. Rare wildlife sightings continue at Boulders Beach as you learn about the resident colony of African penguins before lunch overlooking Kalk Bay.
Located in Cape Town's vibrant Longkloof precinct at the foot of Table Mountain, Canopy by Hilton offers a stylish blend of contemporary design and...
Located in Cape Town's vibrant Longkloof precinct at the foot of Table Mountain, Canopy by Hilton offers a stylish blend of contemporary design and local character. Elegant guestrooms, warm hospitality, and thoughtfully curated South African touches create a welcoming urban retreat. Perfectly positioned for exploring the V&A Waterfront, Table Mountain, and the city's renowned restaurants, galleries, and boutiques, the hotel is an ideal base from which to experience the best of Cape Town.
Hotel Amenities: Restaurant · Concierge · Room Service · Gym
Style: Contemporary
Take the sweeping roads connecting the scenic bays of Cape Peninsula on one of the world’s legendary drives. Slip through the quaint beauty of Hout Bay and traverse the mountain road of Chapman’s Peak on your journey to Cape Point.
Wander the immaculate wilderness and distinctive flora of Cape Point Nature Reserve in the invigorating ocean breeze. Spot resident creatures from...
Wander the immaculate wilderness and distinctive flora of Cape Point Nature Reserve in the invigorating ocean breeze. Spot resident creatures from the sprightly reebok to the evasive eland alongside the striking Cape Mountain zebra and the legendary Cape baboons.
Pay a visit to the secluded Boulders Beach and marvel at its local residents, a colony of African penguins who can be seen frolicking in the water.
Pay a visit to the secluded Boulders Beach and marvel at its local residents, a colony of African penguins who can be seen frolicking in the water.
Take a seat at the elegant Harbor House in Kalk Bay for a sumptuous lunch with wine, accompanied by endless views of False Bay and the Hottentots Mountain Range rising in the distance. Dine on freshly caught fish prepared with flair.
Day 3
Majestic Table Mountain
Join a Local Expert at The Old Biscuit Mill to sample culinary delights. Or, visit the District Six Museum’s memorial dedicated to the area destroyed during Apartheid. End the day in decadent style, enjoying drinks and views over Cape Town atop Table Mountain.
Located in Cape Town's vibrant Longkloof precinct at the foot of Table Mountain, Canopy by Hilton offers a stylish blend of contemporary design and...
Located in Cape Town's vibrant Longkloof precinct at the foot of Table Mountain, Canopy by Hilton offers a stylish blend of contemporary design and local character. Elegant guestrooms, warm hospitality, and thoughtfully curated South African touches create a welcoming urban retreat. Perfectly positioned for exploring the V&A Waterfront, Table Mountain, and the city's renowned restaurants, galleries, and boutiques, the hotel is an ideal base from which to experience the best of Cape Town.
Hotel Amenities: Restaurant · Concierge · Room Service · Gym
Style: Contemporary
Rise to the summit of Table Mountain in the famous cable car and look out to 360-degree views across Cape Town, Lion’s Head, and the Atlantic Ocean....
Rise to the summit of Table Mountain in the famous cable car and look out to 360-degree views across Cape Town, Lion’s Head, and the Atlantic Ocean. Watch the sunset with glass in hand.
An opulent culinary journey awaits this evening at the award-winning fine-dining Salsify Restaurant - a meal unlike any other.
Visit the trendy The Old Biscuit Mill, a vibrant market where you’ll meet the vendors, browse the stalls and sample culinary delights.
Gain a powerful history lesson visiting the District Six Museum’s memorial dedicated to the area destroyed during Apartheid.
Day 4
Historic Cape Winelands
At Vergelegen Estate, indulge in a wine tasting. At Boschendal Wine Estate savor a seasonal Farm-to-Table lunch before returning to Cape Town in a chauffeured vintage car.
Located in Cape Town's vibrant Longkloof precinct at the foot of Table Mountain, Canopy by Hilton offers a stylish blend of contemporary design and...
Located in Cape Town's vibrant Longkloof precinct at the foot of Table Mountain, Canopy by Hilton offers a stylish blend of contemporary design and local character. Elegant guestrooms, warm hospitality, and thoughtfully curated South African touches create a welcoming urban retreat. Perfectly positioned for exploring the V&A Waterfront, Table Mountain, and the city's renowned restaurants, galleries, and boutiques, the hotel is an ideal base from which to experience the best of Cape Town.
Hotel Amenities: Restaurant · Concierge · Room Service · Gym
Style: Contemporary
Savor a locally sourced lunch at Boschendal Wine Estate and return to Cape Town in a chauffeured vintage car.
Sip the award-winning wines of the Vergelegen Estate during a private tasting. Take a stroll through some of the 18 unique gardens of the manor house ...
Sip the award-winning wines of the Vergelegen Estate during a private tasting. Take a stroll through some of the 18 unique gardens of the manor house while you visit.
Savor a delicious Farm-to-Table meal at the award-winning Werf Restaurant, renowned for its sustainability. Chef Allistaire Lawrence presents a menu...
Savor a delicious Farm-to-Table meal at the award-winning Werf Restaurant, renowned for its sustainability. Chef Allistaire Lawrence presents a menu guided by the seasons with local and ethically sourced produce brought to the fore in each dish.
Day 5
Amy Foundation and Robben Island
Hear stories from a Local Historian and meet a former-political prisoner at UNESCO World Heritage Site, Robben Island. At the Victor Verster prison where Nelson Mandela spent the last months of his imprisonment, join a former guard for an onsite lunch at the non-profit Amy Foundation, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.
Located in Cape Town's vibrant Longkloof precinct at the foot of Table Mountain, Canopy by Hilton offers a stylish blend of contemporary design and...
Located in Cape Town's vibrant Longkloof precinct at the foot of Table Mountain, Canopy by Hilton offers a stylish blend of contemporary design and local character. Elegant guestrooms, warm hospitality, and thoughtfully curated South African touches create a welcoming urban retreat. Perfectly positioned for exploring the V&A Waterfront, Table Mountain, and the city's renowned restaurants, galleries, and boutiques, the hotel is an ideal base from which to experience the best of Cape Town.
Hotel Amenities: Restaurant · Concierge · Room Service · Gym
Style: Contemporary
Join Christo Brand, a former prison guard of Nelson Mandela, for lunch at the Amy Foundation to hear fascinating stories about South Africa’s first...
Join Christo Brand, a former prison guard of Nelson Mandela, for lunch at the Amy Foundation to hear fascinating stories about South Africa’s first Black President, a heroic figure who stood for freedom and justice throughout the late 20th century.
Enjoy a visit to the Amy Foundation, a non-profit organization. On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience witness how the lives of vulnerable young...
Enjoy a visit to the Amy Foundation, a non-profit organization. On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience witness how the lives of vulnerable young people are being transformed through a variety of empowering programmes. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education.
Meet an ex-political prisoner and hear their first-hand stories on your visit to the poignant historical facility of Robben Island. Explore the...
Meet an ex-political prisoner and hear their first-hand stories on your visit to the poignant historical facility of Robben Island. Explore the former jail under the guidance of a knowledgeable Local Expert and discover the tales of Nelson Mandela’s famous exile.
Day 6
Luxury Safari Experience
Savor your first moments in Big Five territory, Kruger National Park. The Lion Sands Lodge welcomes you with luxury suites. End the day with an evening game drive and sundowners before a feast in your suite.
Set apart on a high bank up from the Sabie River, relax in your plunge pool and perhaps glimpse wildlife as you take in the views from your deck....
Set apart on a high bank up from the Sabie River, relax in your plunge pool and perhaps glimpse wildlife as you take in the views from your deck. Walk along the elevated wooden pathways to the Main Lodge, where you will find the bar lounge, library and pool.
Hotel Amenities: Restaurant · Bar · Room Service · Laundry · Spa · Pool
Style: Lodge
Venture deep into the heart of one of the world’s largest game reserves on a thrilling three-day safari. Experience six game drives in a private,...
Venture deep into the heart of one of the world’s largest game reserves on a thrilling three-day safari. Experience six game drives in a private, open-air safari vehicle and keep your eyes peeled for any of the Big Five.
Day 7
Looking for the Big Five
With the help of your expert guide, spot leopards, crocodiles, hippos and elephants on your morning game drive. Relax over high tea or join your ranger for a bush walk. Enjoy your second drive searching for rhino, buffalo and lions as the sun sets beyond the savannah.
Set apart on a high bank up from the Sabie River, relax in your plunge pool and perhaps glimpse wildlife as you take in the views from your deck....
Set apart on a high bank up from the Sabie River, relax in your plunge pool and perhaps glimpse wildlife as you take in the views from your deck. Walk along the elevated wooden pathways to the Main Lodge, where you will find the bar lounge, library and pool.
Hotel Amenities: Restaurant · Bar · Room Service · Laundry · Spa · Pool
Style: Lodge
Join your ranger for a bush walk where you can experience the thrill of tracking different wildlife.
Enjoy a relaxing high tea served in the peaceful surrounds of Lion Sands, with only birdsong for company.
Day 8
We're Going on a Safari
Greet the dawn for a game drive keeping an eye out for buck and towering giraffes. Savor breakfast at your villa before a leisurely birding walk. After your final evening game drive, raise a toast to adventure as you dine beneath a blanket of stars.
Set apart on a high bank up from the Sabie River, relax in your plunge pool and perhaps glimpse wildlife as you take in the views from your deck....
Set apart on a high bank up from the Sabie River, relax in your plunge pool and perhaps glimpse wildlife as you take in the views from your deck. Walk along the elevated wooden pathways to the Main Lodge, where you will find the bar lounge, library and pool.
Hotel Amenities: Restaurant · Bar · Room Service · Laundry · Spa · Pool
Style: Lodge
Situated in the Sabi Sands, which boasts one of the planet’s highest concentrations of animal species, the Lion Sands Lodges offer exquisite luxury...
Situated in the Sabi Sands, which boasts one of the planet’s highest concentrations of animal species, the Lion Sands Lodges offer exquisite luxury suites with private decks and plunge pools, and an open-air lounge and dining area, overlooking the Sabie River.
Dine under the twinkling stars of the Kruger sky as Lion Sands’ expert chefs prepare a sumptuous Celebration Dinner. Toast with fine local wines to...
Dine under the twinkling stars of the Kruger sky as Lion Sands’ expert chefs prepare a sumptuous Celebration Dinner. Toast with fine local wines to your adventures in the unspoiled wilderness as you taste mouthwatering modern dishes based on traditional recipes.
Day 9
Farewell South Africa
Embark on one final morning game drive before your luxury South Africa tour comes to an end with a transfer to Skukuza Airport for your flight to Johannesburg International Airport.
Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.
In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.
Included at all hotels.
Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.
On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.
Enjoy complimentary hotel WiFi. And, on select coaches, onboard WiFi may also be available.
For 2026 departures, transfers are included on the first and final day of your journey, as well as for any additional accommodation booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternative hotels within the same arrival or departure city may also be arranged upon request. From 2027 onwards, transfers will be included when your flights are reserved through Luxury Gold.
Can I add additional hotel nights before or after my journey?
Yes, additional hotel nights can be booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Speak with your Travel Concierge to arrange.
What is a definite departure?
A definite departure is a date that has been guaranteed to operate, regardless of the number of guests booked.
Can I travel on a Luxury Gold journey as a solo traveller?
Yes, solo travellers are welcome on every Luxury Gold journey. Single Supplements may apply.
How many people will be on my tour?
Luxury Gold journeys are intentionally small — averaging 18 guests, with a maximum of 24 on most departures.
What accommodation options are available?
Each journey curates a selection of luxury hotels and signature stays. Specific properties for your itinerary appear under "Magnificent Stays" on each day.
What Concierge Services can I expect?
Travel Concierge support before and during your trip, full-service porterage, in-room porterage, and curated reservations.
How can I apply my past guest discount?
Past Passenger discounts are applied automatically when you provide your loyalty number at booking.
How much walking is involved on this tour?
Each itinerary includes an Activity Level rating. Speak with your Travel Concierge if you'd like more detail.