Summary
Explore 'a world in one country' on a journey from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Travelling through national parks, verdant wine valleys, mountainous landscapes and along Route 62 with stays in South Africa’s biggest cities.
What do you look for in a holiday? Beautiful coastal views? Incredible wildlife? Diverse culture? If the answer is all the above, our Grand Tour of South Africa is for you. From Big Five sightings in Kruger National Park to scenic drives along Panorama Route and visits to sites that give insight into the country's tumultuous history, there's so much to see. And let's not forget the cities - vibrant Johannesburg is full of cultural attractions and sophisticated Cape Town is known for its natural scenery.
We'll see the country's most popular sights - the Cango Caves of Oudtshoorn and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens - and try a glass (or three) of its most famous wines in Wineland. We'll also journey to the unexpected along Route 62, visiting quirky towns and villages along the way.
This tour is ideal for explorers who want to enjoy all the highlights of South Africa’s truly amazing diversity of cultures, its curious blend of old and new, and its phenomenal scenery and wildlife.
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Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...
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Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...
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Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...
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Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...
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Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...
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Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...
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Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...
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Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...
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Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.
Dates & prices
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Flights included from London Heathrow
Departs
Sat 10 Apr 2027
from £4,359 pp
Enquire now Call 020 7590 0610Per person, based on two sharing, flights included. Updated daily and confirmed when you book. Flights from UK airports only.