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Contrasts of South Africa

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Enjoy a beautiful coastline, top-class wineries, an open-vehicle safari adventure in Kruger National Park, lake cruises, a tour of the Cango Caves and four nights in Cape Town.

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Zebra

Zebra

Tour Pace

Leisurely Lively Tour Pace

Tour experience

Scenic City Tour experience

Highlights


  • Pretoria

  • Pilgrim's Rest

  • Kruger National Park

  • Swaziland

  • St Lucia

  • Tsitsikamma National Park

  • Knysna

  • Oudtshoorn

  • Hermanus

  • Cape Town

Included Sightseeing


  • Pretoria Orientation tour.

  • Pilgrim's Rest Explore this historic town and view the spectacular Blyde River Canyon and God's Window.

  • Kruger National Park Seek out the 'Big Five' in open safari vehicles.

  • Swaziland Visit a traditional African craft market and enjoy a Swazi cultural experience.

  • St Lucia Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake St Lucia.

  • Tsitsikamma National Park Stroll through the park, renowned for its age-old trees.

  • Knysna Journey by ferry to Featherbed Nature Reserve.

  • Oudtshoorn Discover the Cango Caves. Visit an ostrich farm.

  • Hermanus Experience the best land-based whale watching in the world (seasonal July - November only).

  • Cape Town Explore the coastline of Cape Peninsula. Enjoy wine tasting at some of the Cape's most famous wine estates.

Included Dining


  • 14 buffet breakfasts (BB)

  • 3 lunches (L)

  • 4 dinners (D)

  • 21 included meals in total

Included Private Car UK Transfers


  • Exclusive door to door airport transfers

Included Flights

Return scheduled International flights
 

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Safari

Safari

Day 1 (Door to Door)

Your overnight flight

Enjoy your private car door to door transfer to your departure airport before your flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2

Arrive Johannesburg

Upon arival we are transfered to our hotel and the rest of the day is at leisure. Please join us at 7pm at the hotel reception for a briefing on the tour and a chance to meet up with your fellow travellers.
Hotel: Protea Hotel Wanderers (FC)

Day 3

Johannesburg - Pretoria - Mpumalanga

We leave Johannesburg's distinctive skyline and head for Pretoria for a short orientation tour before continuing to Mpumalanga, dropping several hundred feet into the lush subtropical region of the Lowveld.We travel via the historic towns of Witbank, Dullstrom and Lydenburg, passing over the famous Long Tom Pass onto the small town of Sabie. This afternoon we explore the living history in the form of Pilgrim's Rest, the old mining village where gold was first discovered. A variety of optional tours are available direct from the hotel. (BB, D)
Hotel: The Royal Hotel (MFC)

Day 4

Kruger National Park (2)

This morning gasp at the glory that is God's Window, a boundless view of mountains and fertile plains, and visit the spectacular Blyde River Canyon, one of the natural wonders of Africa. We explore the quaint village of Graskop before arriving at our hotel. Guests have the option to purchase an afternoon elephant interaction experience. (BB, D)
Hotel: Perry's Bridge Hollow (MFC)

Day 5

Kruger National Park

We set off before breakfast in an open safari vehicle for our full day's 'Big Five' game viewing in search of lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, leopard and all manner of wondrous wildlife, birds and plant species and savour the magic of this enormous wilderness. (BB)
Hotel: Perry's Bridge Hollow (MFC)

Day 6

Kruger - The Kingdom of Swaziland

Enjoy an enchanting drive to the tiny Kingdom of Swaziland. We witness a Swazi cultural experience before visiting the Swaziland National Museum. We continue through the capital city,Mbabane, known for its vibrant markets packed with woven baskets, beadwork and carvings to spend the night in the beautiful Ezulwini Valley. (BB, L, D)
Hotel: Lugogo Sun or similar (FC)

Day 7

Swaziland - St Lucia

Today we visit the Swazi Candle Factory, teeming with exquisite wax artworks in every shape and colour imaginable. We continue on into Zululand, passing traditional round huts and endless vistas. We arrive mid afternoon in the Umfolozi area. (BB)
Hotel: Protea Hotel Umfolozi River (MFC)

Day 8

St Lucia - Durban

This morning we enjoy a cruise on Lake St Lucia before departing for Durban, watching the sugar cane fields do their own version of the Mexican wave at the urging of the wind. We check into our hotel and enjoy the remainder of the afternoon at leisure. (BB)
Hotel: Protea Hotel Umhlanga (MFC)

Day 9

Durban - Port Elizabth - Knysna (2)

This morning is at leisure until our transfer to the airport for the mid morning flight to Port Elizabeth. There we are met by a new guide who will, upon everyone arriving, take us through the glorious Tsitsikamma Forest, before reaching Knysna, perhaps South Africa's most visually stunning resort, in the heart of the famous Garden Route. (BB, D)
Hotel: Knysna Hollow Hotel (FC)

Day 10

Knysna

Today we cruise on the vast Knysna Lagoon and visit the Featherbed Nature Reserve.We enjoy an amazing view of the imposing sandstone 'Heads' which guard the sea entrance to Knysna's huge tidal lagoon and the forests, marshes and pristine beaches beyond. After lunch the remainder of the day is at leisure to enjoy this enchanting town. (BB, L)
Hotel: Knysna Hollow Hotel (FC)

Day 11

Knysna - Oudtshoorn

This morning we enjoy wonderful views of the spectacular Outeniqua Pass en route to Oudtshoorn, the centre of South Africa's ostrich industry. After lunch, we learn more about these enigmatic creatures during our tour of an ostrich farm. We then head for a fascinating tour of the Cango Caves, one of South Africa's most incredible natural wonders. (BB, L)
Hotel: Oudtshoorn Inn (FC)

Day 12

Oudtshoorn - Cape Town (4)

Enjoy the ever-changing vistas as we travel to Cape Town. During the whale season we will travel via the seaside village of Hermanus in the hopes of catching a glimpse of southern right whales, which frolic offshore (July to November only). Out of season we will journey along 'Route 62', South Africa's version of America's 'Route 66'. (BB)
Hotel: Protea Hotel President (FC)

Day 13

Cape Town

We enjoy a full day touring the ruggedly beautiful Cape Peninsula via the Atlantic seaboard. We stop at the fishing village of Hout Bay, where we can take an optional cruise to Seal Island to watch the antics of these natural performers. Then we continue to the Cape Point Nature Reserve, before stopping off to see the lovable penguins at Boulders Beach. We drive through the quaint naval village of Simon's Town on our way back to Cape Town. (BB)
Hotel: Protea Hotel President (FC)

Day 14

Cape Town

We journey into the beautiful and tranquil Cape Winelands, visiting both Paarl and Stellenbosch before stopping for a wine tasting at two well known estates. A visit to the Huguenot Memorial Museum and the Afrikaans Language Monument provides an historical perspective. (BB)
Hotel: Protea Hotel President (FC)

Day 15

Cape Town

A day at leisure to make our own discoveries. Perhaps ascend Table Mountain by cable car for spectacular views of the city. (BB)
Hotel: Protea Hotel President (FC)

Day 16

Depart Cape Town

There is a complimentary transfer this evening to Cape Town International Airport for your return flight back to the UK. (BB)

Day 17 (Door to Door)

Arrive UK

On arrival at your UK airport, your driver will greet you and escort you to your waiting private car for your door to door transfer to your home.

 

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Protea Hotel President

Protea Hotel Wanderers (FC)

Ideally situated on the green belt of Johannesburg guestrooms offer a variety of different. The hotel offers a restaurant as well as several leisure facilities including a swimming pool.

Protea Hotel President (FC)

Just five minutes from the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, this luxurious property offers professional service in a relaxed atmosphere. Facilities include a restaurant, lounge, terrace, cocktail bar, swimming pool and gym.

Lugogo Sun (MFC)

Lugogo Sun is located in the Ezulwini Valley, Swaziland. The hotel overlooks magnificent subtropical gardens and a 72 hole golf course. Guests enjoy the many facilities including a swimming pool, gym, sauna and boutique.

Knysna Hollow Hotel (FC)

Beautifully set on a secluded country estate, the Knysna
Hollow Hotel offers three swimming pools, a bar, restaurant
and grill room.

Perry's Bridge Hollow (FC)

The 31 spacious rooms offer relaxed yet sophisticated accommodation in a beautiful indigenous garden setting. There is a swimming pool, restaurant, pizzeria and cocktail bar.

Royal Hotel (MFC)

The Royal Hotel is composed of authentic buildings dating back to the 19th century, impeccably restored and furnished in late-Victorian-style.

Oudtshoorn Inn (FC)

The Oudtshoorn Hotel is situated in the centre of Oudtshoorn and offers comfortable accommodation, a restaurant and a swimming pool.

Protea Hotel Umhalnga (MFC)

This excellent hotel in Umhlanga is located opposite the Wavehouse and the Gateway Theatre of Shopping. It offers views of Chris Saunders Park and air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV. Guests can relax at the rooftop swimming pool or enjoy drinks on the terrace whilst the hotels on-site restaurant offers a wide range of cuisine.

Protea Hotel Umfolozi River (MFC)

The brand new Protea Hotels Umfolozi River is ideally located in the Greater Hluhluwe/Umfolozi Game Reserve area. Facilities include a restaurant and bar, swimming pool and a lapa area.

 

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Blyde River Canyon

Blyde River Canyon

Table Mountain

Perhaps take a cable car to ascend Table Mountain.

 

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      This was a wonderful holiday - action packed. I was pleased with the itinerary, hotels, tour guides etc. I compared Milestones tour with other companies and know I made the right choice of booking my holiday with them.

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      I had never heard of Milestones prior to the holiday but would have no hesitation in recommending them for holidays.

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      Thank you for leaving your recent feedback.

      Milestones have been operating for about 4yrs now and our award-winning First Class escorted tours are carefully selected for the UK market from our sister companies around the world.
      They not only show you the major sites and attractions that you would expect but also surprise you with hidden gems along the way, that only a true expert would know.

      We are so pleased to hear that you rated the holiday so highly and that you would recommend us to others. If you do so, then please be advised that with our refer-a-friend incentive we will reward you with your choice of £100 off your next booking or a FREE case of wine for every friend that you recommend. Please remember to ask your friend to mention your name when making a booking.

      It is fantastic news to hear that you enjoyed Africa so much, we feel that escorted touring really is a great way to see the world while you relax and let us take care of everything for you.

      We would like to thank you for choosing to travel with us and we hope to see you on another tour very soon.

      Kind regards,

      Debbie Pullum
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    • Left 119 days ago

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      A really good selection of experiences. Every day was enjoyable.

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      Good information and efficient service.

    • Response :
      We are very pleased to read that you had such a wonderful holiday and rated it so highly. Africa is such a diverse country and this tour is a great way of experiencing the parks and incredible wildlife, wineries, the coastline and of course Cape Town.

      The Milestones Personal Travel Consultants really help to make the whole experience first class and try their best, to give you as much information and advice as you need before you travel.

      We hope you have some great memories and amazing photos, to help you remember the trip for many years to come.

      Our 2012/2013 brochure is packed full of tours with more to offer on-line. Please remember that as you have travelled with us before you are now entitled to a further 5% discount.

      We do hope to see you on a Milestones holiday again soon.

      Kind regards,

      Debbie Pullum
      Customer Relations

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