Journey to the tip of the African continent and discover a country teeming with life and vibrancy - unforgettable wildlife and nature, world-famous food and wine, cities bordered by mountains and beaches, and adventure to last you a lifetime. Accommodation includes elegant hotels, safari lodges, and country estates.

This shorter itinerary is perfect for couples or families with limited time but who want to experience the very best that South Africa has to offer. You’ll begin in world-famous Cape Town, known for its sandy beaches and Afro-European cityscape, stop off in the lush wine regions of Stellenbosch and Franschoek, and end in the wilds of the Kruger National Park. Adventure awaits.

Voted the best city in the world, Cape Town offers something superb for every taste. From your elegant garden suite in the grand Mount Nelson hotel, an opulent destination in its own right, you have a near limitless selection of activities to choose from:
- Ascend the heights of Table Mountain with a guided hike or via cablecar, taking in the sights of Africa’s most famed city from above
- Visit the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront for a day of shopping, fine food, contemporary African art, and sundowners aboard a catamaran coastal cruise
- Grab a bite to eat at the Oranjezicht City Market, a favourite local spot for food and designer goods, or relax in one of the city’s dozens of vibrant eateries
- Sun yourself on pristine beaches in Clifton or Camps Bay, popular playgrounds for the city’s young up-and-comers, followed by a seaside promenade in Seapoint
- Encounter South Africa’s turbulent history with a visit to the District Six Museum or a guided tour of Robbin Island, the prison which once held Nelson Mandela
- Take in the city’s diverse food scene with a day-long food tour or enjoy a Cape Malay cooking class in the colourful Bo Kaap district
- Witness an African penguin colony at Boulder’s Beach, followed by a slow walk through the seaside hamlet of Simon’s Town
The heartland of South Africa’s world-famous wine region, the beautiful rural towns of Stellenbosch and Franschoek are bordered by vineyards, forests, and rugged mountain ranges. From your luxury accommodation on sprawling country estates or in well-appointed boutique hotels, enjoy the majesty of the winelands:
The Kruger National Park is known around the world for its high density of wildlife and rugged natural beauty. A sprawling and remote paradise, Kruger offers travellers the chance to explore an untouched African wilderness in tasteful style. From your camp at the Rhino Post Safari Lodge, miles from civilisation, experience Africa at her best:
- Guided safari drives in the early morning and late afternoon offer the chance to encounter the famed Big Five - lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino
- For close-up encounters, walking safaris in the company of armed guides provides an opportunity to leave the beaten path and witness Africa’s wildlife on its own terms
- Experience an unforgettable night under the African stars with a private sleep-out on a raised safari tent in the remote bush
- Home to over 500 unique bird species, the Kruger National Park is a birders paradise - a variety of hides provide ample opportunity to photograph your finds
- Enjoy the unique South African way of life with grilled breakfast out in the wilds of nature followed later by a traditional “braai” dinner prepared over open flames
- While you may feel like a 15th century explorer, your luxury lodge provides all the cosy comforts of the 21st century - cocktail bars, afternoon tea, spa treatements, and more
For those with a little more time to spare, we highly recommend a mid-intinerary trip with Rovos Rail. Step backwards into the gilded age of slow travel as you journey aboard a luxury train for three days of black-tie meals, enchanting vistas, and old-world splendor. This Agatha Christie-esque experience traverses the vast South African landscape to deliver you from the charms of Stellenbosch and Cape Town to the unconquered wilds of the Kruger National Park.