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 Let us take you right to the edge of the African continent where the two
mighty oceans meet... and to the top of Table Mountain... before visiting
a national botanical garden. Then journey into nature reserves and
the winelands, popular for both beauty and historical significance.
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| ITINERARY | ||||||||||||||||||||
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On arrival at Cape Town International Airport the group will be met and transferred to their centrally located guest house. This afternoon we experience a walking tour of the city, ending with tea in the historical Malay Quarter (Bo-Kaap). Overnight at Welgelegen Guest House (BB—bed & breakfast basis) |
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This evening we dine at a local restaurant. After dinner, we drive up Signal Hill for a magnificent view of the Mother City at night. Overnight at Welgelegen Guest House (BB-L-D—bed & breakfast basis with lunch & dinner) |
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We follow the Atlantic Coast past Hout Bay and Chapman's Peak to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. We take mountain bikes along for those who wish to get out and enjoy the fresh sea air. The nature reserve encompasses the entire southern tip of the Cape Peninsula: a paradise of mountain and sheer cliffs where wild flowers, birdlife and animals abound. Overnight at Welgelegen Guest House (BB-L—bed & breakfast basis with lunch) |
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We depart the hotel for the Jonkershoek Nature Reserve behind the town of Stellenbosch. The winelands provide wonderful opportunities to explore exquisitely furnished Cape Dutch manor houses and to delve into the history of the area. This afternoon we visit a local estate for a cellar tour, wine tasting and the opportunity to purchase the estate wines. Overnight at Welgelegen
Guest House This morning we depart on a cruise to Robben Island. Once a leper colony and mental institution, and recently an infamous prison for political prisoners, the island is now a monument to the freedom struggle. Tours of the island may be guided by one of the former prison inmates, many of whom are now employed as guides. Returning to the quayside at the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, you will have time to browse the multitude of shops, craft markets, museums, and the aquarium. Those departing Cape Town will be transferred to the airport, or continue on to your next module. |
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Contact
us if you are interested in exploring the delights of the
Western Cape.
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We make an early start for the
lower cableway station at Table Mountain. Enjoy a general interest walk
with a look at the geology, flora, fauna, and the history of this famous
landmark. We then depart for Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens which boasts
some 6,000 species of plants. Kirstenbosch was established as a center
for the preservation and study of the indigenous flora of Southern
Africa.