Nowhere does soul-stirring better than Cape Town, from the slopes of Table Mountain to the golden vineyards of the Cape Winelands, the rocky Atlantic Seaboard to the edgy City Bowl.
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South Africa's 'Mother City' extends a warm sanibonani welcome. After transferring to your hotel, spend the day exploring Cape Town's cosmopolitan surrounds on your own before joining your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception.
This morning, ascend Table Mountain via aerial cableway to its vast flat top - a rocky wonderland of rich Cape fynbos and curious dassies (hyraxes). Peer over the sprawling City Bowl and Atlantic Seaboard keeping a keen eye out for the landmarks your Travel Director will show you during this morning's city tour, including Company Gardens, Bo-Kaap and the Castle of Good Hope. The rest of the day is yours to explore Cape Town at leisure.
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Optional Experience
Franschhoek Motor Museum and Vineyard Visit
Car enthusiasts and foodies alike will get a kick out of this experience. First up, you’ll get to explore the fascinating Franschhoek Motor Museum, filled with a unique and exciting collection of vehicles, motorcycles and memorabilia, all set in a beautiful spot between the vineyards. Your museum tour will be followed by a wine tasting and picnic lunch at the award-winning Boschendal Wine Estate (September to May), or a restaurant lunch during the winter season (June to August).
Adult Price: R1,600.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 3
Cape Peninsula Tour
Circumnavigate the Cape Peninsula, from trendy Camps Bay to Cape Point and back. You'll discover why the winding road which hugs the rocky 12 Apostles is regarded as one of the world's most magnificent coastal roads. Visit rugged Cape Point which rises out of the swirling Atlantic Ocean. Your journey will take you to the south-western edge of the African continent, through playgrounds of the rich and famous and charming coastal towns along the way.
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Day 4
Hermanus Excursion and Bouchard Finlayson Vineyard Visit
This morning you'll bid a brief farewell to the city and journey to the coastal town of Hermanus, one of the best places in the world to seasonally view southern right whales. 'Connect With Locals' when you meet local business owner Stefan, who will treat you to a delicious 'Be My Guest' traditional braai (barbecue), featuring such delicacies as boerewors, pap and melktert and a glass of his homemade wine, and share stories of his life in South Africa's whale-watching capital. Our next stop is in the scenic Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) Valley where we'll visit Bouchard Finlayson, an award-winning boutique winery owned by the same family that owns Trafalgar, the Tollman family. You'll savour some of the estate's best wines. Later today, we return to Cape Town via the spectacular Clarens Drive, a breath-taking coastal route along which we'll stop at Betty's Bay to greet the curious colony of African penguins, one of the largest successful breeding colonies in the world.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest, Dinner
Day 5
Cape Town Free Day
Indulge in a full free day at leisure in Cape Town. Your Travel Director will arrange return transfers to Camps Bay for you to spend the day at one of Cape Town's most famous beaches, soaking up the sophisticated atmosphere and café culture. Or choose to spend the day independently in the city, perhaps beginning your exploration at the V & A Waterfront with a visit to the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or sampling delicious local flavours at the Food Market. After a leisurely day you may wish to tackle the summit of Lion's Head during an Optional Experience that will see you lace up your boots for a moderate to challenging hike, with spectacular sunset views over the City Bowl and Camps Bay as your well-deserved reward.
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Optional Experience
Table Mountain Guided Hike
An extraordinary nature experience right in the heart of Cape Town awaits! You’ll head off with your local expert guide on a hike up the iconic Table Mountain, with your guide sharing insights and ensuring your safety every step of the way. Marvel at the incredible flora and fauna on the mountain, gaze out over the spectacular views of the Atlantic, and soak up all the wonders of nature on this special guided hiking experience.
Adult Price: R1,510.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Gold Restaurant with Djembe Drumming
Head out for a fun-filled evening packed with delicious food, live entertainment and local traditions. The evening kicks off with an interactive djembe drumming session followed by a soothing hand washing ceremony. You’ll then eat your way through a set 14-dish tasting menu of traditional African cuisine, while learning about the country origins and cooking techniques of each dish. You’ll also be entertained during your dinner by a Mali puppet show with vibrant storytelling through singing and dancing. This is more than just a restaurant - it’s an immersive experience that’s sure to be a highlight on your Cape Town trip.
Adult Price: R895.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 6
Robben Island and Amy Foundation Visit
South Africa's turbulent past is revealed during this morning's visit to Robben Island where Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27-year prison term. Your tour with a 'Local Specialist' will reveal the island's multi-century history, from its origins as a leper colony to its transformation into a military base and finally a prison, ironically with one of the world's most iconic views of Table Mountain. Enjoy an al fresco lunch at a famous café frequented by Capetonians, then visit one of Trafalgar's' 'Make A Difference' projects - the Amy Foundation. Learn how the Foundation has supported vulnerable communities over the past 20 years by providing a range of youth programmes for over 2,000 children.
The beautiful Cape Winelands beckon today, with a visit to the French-inspired town of Franschhoek. An orientation tour will reveal why the area has justifiably earned its title as one of the most beautiful wine valleys in the world. Travel to nearby Stellenbosch where you'll enjoy a wine tasting and picnic style lunch at a picturesque wine estate. The rest of the afternoon is yours to explore Cape Town on your own until a memorable Farewell Dinner, where a lively evening with African drumming and Cape Malay cuisine awaits.
Our time in South Africa has come to an end. Transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your onward flight. Or consider extending your holiday by booking our Victoria Falls Experience trip.
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All optional experiences for this trip
Book with your travel director when you travel
Available on day 2
Franschhoek Motor Museum and Vineyard Visit
Car enthusiasts and foodies alike will get a kick out of this experience. First up, you’ll get to explore the fascinating Franschhoek Motor Museum, filled with a unique and exciting collection of vehicles, motorcycles and memorabilia, all set in a beautiful spot between the vineyards. Your museum tour will be followed by a wine tasting and picnic lunch at the award-winning Boschendal Wine Estate (September to May), or a restaurant lunch during the winter season (June to August).
Adult Price: R1,600.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 5
Table Mountain Guided Hike
An extraordinary nature experience right in the heart of Cape Town awaits! You’ll head off with your local expert guide on a hike up the iconic Table Mountain, with your guide sharing insights and ensuring your safety every step of the way. Marvel at the incredible flora and fauna on the mountain, gaze out over the spectacular views of the Atlantic, and soak up all the wonders of nature on this special guided hiking experience.
Adult Price: R1,510.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 5
Gold Restaurant with Djembe Drumming
Head out for a fun-filled evening packed with delicious food, live entertainment and local traditions. The evening kicks off with an interactive djembe drumming session followed by a soothing hand washing ceremony. You’ll then eat your way through a set 14-dish tasting menu of traditional African cuisine, while learning about the country origins and cooking techniques of each dish. You’ll also be entertained during your dinner by a Mali puppet show with vibrant storytelling through singing and dancing. This is more than just a restaurant - it’s an immersive experience that’s sure to be a highlight on your Cape Town trip.
Adult Price: R895.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
All Optional Experiences
The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches (including Be My Guest), 3 dinners
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Included Highlights that will delight you
Connect with Locals
in Hermanus, joining a local business owner for a traditional braai (barbecue) and some of his homemade wine against a clifftop backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean. (Day 5)
Make A Difference
Visit the Amy Foundation to learn about the valuable work it does to support more than 2,000 children daily (Day 6).
Local Specialists
To tour the Robben Island Museum.
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Trip Notes
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Shared Rooming: Guaranteed Room Share and Triple Rooms are not available on this trip.
Table Mountain: The Aerial Cableway closes for annual maintenance usually during late July to early August time. Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden will be the alternative inclusion on departures where it is not possible to visit Table Mountain.
Festive Departures: The 19 December 2020 will celebrate Christmas in Cape Town and the 26 December 2020 departure will celebrate New Years Eve in Cape Town.
Unless otherwise stated, trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discount. Discounts are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.
Trip prices are correct at the time of the products going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. All trip information is correct at time of trips going live, however are subject to change - please confirm all details at time of booking.
Double-share option not available for trips to South America, Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii, South Africa, Kenya & Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey. It's also not available on Small Group trips. Guided Vacations included in this restriction are Newfoundland and Labrador (DNLA) as well as Panama, the Canal & Beyond (LPAN).
For trips that are part of our Guaranteed Room Share, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms. Solo travel is not accepted on guided Family Experiences holidays unless traveling as part of a family group.
Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange your flights to arrive on or before day 1.
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