Garden Route Discovered Tour

Discover the Natural Beauty of the Lush Garden Route

Marvel in the splendour of the glorious landscapes as you travel along the world-famous ‘Route 62’, through the dramatic ‘Klein Karoo’ and quaint holiday towns, to South Africa’s ‘friendly city’

Tour Itinerary:

Day One - Departing Cape Town

Travel Route 62 via Montagu and the “Klein Karoo” (incl. a wine tasting en route) to Barrydale, where you’ll have an opportunity to visit a local farm school and interact with the children and teachers.

Continue to Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of the world. Visit an Ostrich Show Farm (guided). Overnight in Oudtshoorn. [D]

Day Two: Cango Caves

After breakfast tour the vast limestone caverns of the Cango Caves. Travel over Outeniqua Pass to George, the sixth oldest town in South Africa. Continue to quaint Knysna, travelling via Victoria Bay, a beautiful cove enclosed by cliffs, and Wilderness, an attractive holiday resort with beautiful beaches. Overnight in Knysna. [B]

Day Three: Lagoon Cruising

Leisurely start before the lagoon cruise to Featherbed Nature Reserve. Take a trailer ride to the top of the Western Head to enjoy panoramic views of the town and lagoon before returning for lunch under the milkwood trees (included). Afternoon at leisure to explore the town. Overnight in Knysna. [BL]

Day Four: Tsitsikamma Forest

After breakfast, you will be transferred (unescorted, driver only) eastward along the Tsitsikamma Forest to Port Elizabeth, where the tour ends on arrival. [B] Guests may disembark, on request, at Port Elizabeth Airport.

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(Note: The itinerary described above may be subject to change depending on unforeseen circumstances e.g. weather conditions.)

What's Included:

3 Nights accommodation in double/twin rooms. Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room.

3 Breakfasts, 1 dinner, 1 lunch

5 Experiences (including guided walking tours, orientation walks, driving tours of cities plus other exciting experiences).

Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats, TV for showing DVDs, and toilet.

Free Wi-Fi (where applicable)

Services of your tour leader who will be on hand with advice and tips and ensure that you get the most from your trip. You can also book any of the optional excursions available during your tour with your tour leader.

All taxes and fees

Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)

Free tour souvenir – a memorable gift for your once-in-a-lifetime trip.

REMEMBER ALL TOURS ARE GUARANTEED DEPARTURES AND WILL OPERATE.

Many other companies that operate tours of South Africa cancel tours if minimum numbers are not achieved or will only guarantee some departure dates. All tours operated by our company are guaranteed departures and will operate.*

* See terms and conditions for further details.

What's Excluded:

International air ticket to/from Cape Town

Pre and Post Tour accommodation

Transport cost to and from your residence our departure point (to be advised) in Cape Town

Parking fees (if applicable) - for own account

Breakfast on the 1st morning of your tour as well as dinner on your last day of the tour.

Personal expenses, for example; the use of a telephone, extra room service, etc.

Any breakage of furniture, building fixtures, bus equipment (for own account)

Any refreshments you may want to enjoy, for example; drinks, etc.

Any optional outings that you want to organise for yourself.

Visa arrangements for South Africa

Meals other than mentioned ( B = Breakfast , L = Lunch , D = Dinner )

Tips and porters at the hotels

Porter fees at airports

Tour Notes:

Subject to a minimum of 4 guests maximum of 40 guests