Spectacular South Africa with Victoria Falls
Spectacular South Africa with Victoria Falls
$15175
Tour Overview
Embark on a luxurious journey through South Africa and Zimbabwe with the "Spectacular South Africa with Victoria Falls" tour. Begin in Cape Town, exploring the vibrant Old Biscuit Mill and the poignant District Six Museum. Experience the breathtaking views from Table Mountain and the scenic beauty of Cape Peninsula. Delight in wine tastings at the historic Cape Winelands and enjoy a unique lunch at the Amy Foundation. Venture into the wild at Kruger National Park, where thrilling game drives and bush walks await. Conclude your adventure at the majestic Victoria Falls, with a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River and a traditional feast at the Boma Restaurant. This tour promises exceptional dining experiences, luxurious accommodations, and unforgettable encounters with nature and history. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to the Mother City
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, Cape Town.
Meals Included: Dinner
After your private chauffeur escorts you to your hotel, dine on modern South African cuisine to begin your South Africa luxury tour.
Day 2: Cape Peninsula and Lunch in Kalk Bay
Location: Cape Point Nature Reserve, Boulders Beach, Kalk Bay
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, Cape Town.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
At Cape Point Nature Reserve, explore one of the world's most pristine wildernesses. Rare wildlife sightings continue at Boulders Beach as you learn about the resident colony of African penguins before lunch overlooking Kalk Bay.
Day 3: Majestic Table Mountain Relaxed Start
Location: Cape Town, Table Mountain
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, Cape Town.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join a Local Expert at The Old Biscuit Mill to sample culinary delights. Or, visit the District Six Museum’s memorial dedicated to the area destroyed during Apartheid. End the day in decadent style, enjoying drinks and views over Cape Town atop Table Mountain.
Day 4: Historic Cape Winelands Relaxed Start
Location: Cape Winelands, Cape Town
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, Cape Town.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
At Vergelegen Estate, indulge in a wine tasting. At Boschendal Wine Estate savour a seasonal Farm-to-Table lunch before returning to Cape Town in a chauffeured vintage car.
Day 5: Amy Foundation and Robben Island
Location: Cape Town, Robben Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, Cape Town.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Hear stories from a Local Historian and meet a former-political prisoner at UNESCO World Heritage Site, Robben Island. At the Victor Verster prison where Nelson Mandela spent the last months of his imprisonment, join a former guard for an onsite lunch at the non-profit Amy Foundation.
Day 6: Luxury Safari Experience
Location: Kruger National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Lion Sands Tinga Lodge, Kruger National Park.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Savor your first moments in Big Five territory, Kruger National Park. The Lion Sands Lodge welcomes you with luxury suites. End the day with an evening game drive and sundowners before a feast in your suite.
Day 7: Looking for the Big Five
Location: Kruger National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Lion Sands Tinga Lodge, Kruger National Park.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
With the help of your expert guide, spot leopards, crocodiles, hippos and elephants on your morning game drive. Relax over high tea or join your ranger for a bush walk. Enjoy your second drive searching for rhino, buffalo and lions as the sun sets beyond the savannah.
Day 8: We're Going on a Safari
Location: Kruger National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Lion Sands Tinga Lodge, Kruger National Park.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Greet the dawn for a game drive keeping an eye out for buck and towering giraffes. Savour breakfast at your villa before a leisurely birding walk. After your final evening game drive, raise a toast to adventure as you dine beneath a blanket of stars.
Day 9: Onto Johannesburg
Location: Kruger National Park, Johannesburg
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: DAVINCI Hotel and Suites
Meals Included: Breakfast
Appreciate the skill and in-depth knowledge of your ranger and tracker on your final morning game-drive. After breakfast, your included flight takes you to Johannesburg. On arrival, transfer to your stunning inner-city hotel.
Day 10: Farewell South Africa and onto Victoria Falls
Location: Johannesburg, Victoria Falls
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Stanley and Livingstone (Luxury Suite).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bid farewell to the City of Gold, as you transfer to the airport for your included flight to Victoria Falls. Meet your Local Host and you are driven to your five-star hotel, surrounded by the tranquil Victoria Falls Private Game Reserve. In the evening, a hearty African feast of game and vegetable pots is served at the legendary Boma Restaurant.
Day 11: Majestic Victoria Falls
Location: Victoria Falls, Zambezi River
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Stanley and Livingstone (Luxury Suite).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Get up close to the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls on a guided walk alongside a Local Expert. Embark on an iconic sunset cruise on the renowned Zambezi River, once navigated by British explorer David Livingstone. In the evening, gather in the Livingstone Room at your hotel for a magical dinner.
Day 12: Farewell Victoria Falls
Location: Victoria Falls
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a hearty breakfast and leisurely morning, before transferring to the airport where your journey comes to an end. Please do not book onward flights from Johannesburg before 19:00 if travelling from Victoria Falls.
What's Included
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Choice Highlights
Choose between two carefully selected activities in Cape Town and Kruger National Park.
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Make Travel Matter
Visit the Amy Foundation, a non-profit organisation, supporting United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
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Exceptional Dining
Enjoy a variety of dining experiences, including lunch at Harbour House in Kalk Bay and a fine-dining experience at Salsify Restaurant in Camps Bay.
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Curated Experiences
Participate in unique experiences such as a private wine tasting at Vergelegen Estate and lunch with Christo Brand, a former prison guard of Nelson Mandela.
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Magnificent Stays
Stay at luxurious accommodations like the Lion Sands Lodges in Kruger National Park.
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Passport Moments
Experience iconic locations such as Cape Peninsula, Table Mountain, and Victoria Falls with expert guides.
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Personalise your day
Customize your experience with options like visiting The Old Biscuit Mill or the District Six Museum in Cape Town.
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Transfers
Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold.
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Included Flights
Flights from Kruger National Park to Johannesburg and from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls are included.
What's Not Included
Onward Flights
Onward flights from Johannesburg after the tour are not included.
Dining Summary
- 7 Dinner (D)
- 11 Breakfast (B)
- 7 Lunch (L)
Additional Included Highlights
- Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.
- In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.
- Included at all hotels.
- Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
- Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.
- On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.
- Enjoy complimentary hotel WiFi. And, on select coaches, onboard WiFi may also be available.
- Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.
Curated Experiences
- Cape Winelands: Sip the award-winning wines of the Vergelegen Estate during a private tasting. Take a stroll through some of the 18 unique gardens of the manor house while you visit.
- Cape Town: Join Christo Brand, a former prison guard of Nelson Mandela, for lunch at the Amy Foundation to hear fascinating stories about South Africa’s first Black President, a heroic figure who stood for freedom and justice throughout the late 20th century.
Magnificent Stays
- Kruger National Park: Situated in the Sabi Sands, which boasts one of the planet’s highest concentrations of animal species, the Lion Sands Lodges offer exquisite luxury suites with private decks and plunge pools, and an open-air lounge and dining area, overlooking the Sabie River.
Passport Moments
- Cape Peninsula: Take the sweeping roads connecting the scenic bays of Cape Peninsula on one of the world’s legendary drives. Slip through the quaint beauty of Hout Bay and traverse the mountain road of Chapman’s Peak on your journey to Cape Point.
- Cape Point Nature Reserve: Wander the immaculate wilderness and distinctive flora of Cape Point Nature Reserve in the invigorating ocean breeze. Spot resident creatures from the sprightly reebok to the evasive eland alongside the striking Cape Mountain zebra and the legendary Cape baboons.
- Cape Point Nature Reserve: Pay a visit to the secluded Boulders Beach and marvel at its local residents, a colony of African penguins who can be seen frolicking in the water.
- Table Mountain: Rise to the summit of Table Mountain in the famous cable car and look out to 360-degree views across Cape Town, Lion’s Head, and the Atlantic Ocean. Watch the sunset with glass in hand.
- Winelands: Savour a locally sourced lunch at Boschendal Wine Estate and return to Cape Town in a chauffeured vintage car.
- Robben Island: Meet an ex-political prisoner and hear their first-hand stories on your visit to the poignant historical facility of Robben Island. Explore the former jail under the guidance of a knowledgeable Local Expert and discover the tales of Nelson Mandela’s famous exile.
- Kruger National Park: Venture deep into the heart of one of the world’s largest game reserves on a thrilling three-day safari. Experience six game drives in a private, open-air safari vehicle and keep your eyes peeled for any of the Big Five.
- Victoria Falls: See the awe inspiring Victoria Falls alongside a Local Expert who will share intriguing stories about the area’s history and folklore with you. Feel the spray as you marvel at the sheer magnitude of the waterfalls, thundering to the rocks below.
- Victoria Falls: Keep an eye out for hippos, elephants, and crocodiles when you cruise along the Zambezi river at sunset. Follow in the wake of explorer David Livingstone as you navigate the waters of this mighty river in the spectacular evening light.
Personalise your day
- Cape Town: Visit the trendy The Old Biscuit Mill, a vibrant market where you’ll meet the vendors, browse the stalls and sample culinary delights.
- Cape Town: Gain a powerful history lesson visiting the District Six Museum’s memorial dedicated to the area destroyed during Apartheid.
- Kruger National Park: Join your ranger for a bush walk where you can experience the thrill of tracking different wildlife.
- Kruger National Park: Enjoy a relaxing high tea served in the peaceful surrounds of Lion Sands, with only birdsong for company.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with private chauffeurs, vintage cars, and included flights between destinations. Enjoy seamless transfers and personal assistance throughout your journey, ensuring a comfortable and stress-free travel experience.
Accommodation
Experience luxury at its finest with stays at the Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel in Cape Town, the Lion Sands Tinga Lodge in Kruger National Park, and The Stanley and Livingstone in Victoria Falls. Each offers exquisite amenities, including private decks, plunge pools, and stunning views, ensuring a memorable stay. ...more ...less
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a variety of unique experiences such as a visit to the Amy Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports vulnerable young people, a guided walk on Robben Island with a former political prisoner, and a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River at Victoria Falls. ...more ...less
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What dining experiences can I expect on this tour?
You can expect exceptional dining experiences such as a sumptuous lunch with wine at Harbour House in Kalk Bay, a fine-dining experience at Salsify Restaurant in Camps Bay, a Farm-to-Table meal at Boschendal Wine Estate, and a traditional four-course feast at the Boma Restaurant in Victoria Falls. ...more ...less
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What wildlife experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes multiple wildlife experiences such as game drives in Kruger National Park to spot the Big Five, a bush walk with a ranger, and a birding walk. You will also visit Boulders Beach to see the resident colony of African penguins.
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What cultural activities are part of the tour?
Cultural activities include visiting the District Six Museum in Cape Town, hearing stories from a Local Historian at Robben Island, and experiencing a drum and dance show at the Boma Restaurant in Victoria Falls.
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What is the significance of the visit to the Amy Foundation?
The visit to the Amy Foundation is part of the MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, where you witness how the lives of vulnerable young people are being transformed through empowering programs. This visit supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 1 & 4: No Poverty & Quality Education. ...more ...less
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Absolutely! We are very selective in who we work with and choose to only use hotels that take the health and well-being of our guests as seriously as we do and agree to meet expected guidelines and specifications. We only work with establishments that we are confident will consistently adhere to our standards.
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Which countries does Luxury Gold visit?
We offer incredible luxury trips in Europe, North America, South America, Hawaii, South-East Asia, the Indian sub-continent (including India, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka), Australia and New Zealand.
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What other modes of transport does Luxury Gold use?
A Luxury Gold tour will include touring on high-speed trains, alpine cable cars, hydrofoils, river cruisers and horse-drawn carriages, in addition to our high-deck luxury coaches with extra legroom.
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Who travels with Luxury Gold?
We are delighted to welcome guests who have a shared love of travel, adventure, entertainment and exploration. A mix of solo travellers, couples, and groups of friends and family join us from all over the English-speaking world.
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What is the role of the Well-Being Director?
Working closely together with your Travelling Concierge, the Well-Being Director* will help make sure all necessary protocols are followed to ensure the health and wellbeing of all our guests. This includes our enhanced screening and hygiene protocols, complying with distancing and other requirements set by government authorities. They are also there to support our guests & answer any questions.
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Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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Spectacular South Africa with Victoria Falls
12 Days Starting in Cape Town, South Africa and ending in Johannesburg, South Africa
Visiting: Cape Town, Cape Point Nature Reserve, Boulders Beach, Kalk Bay, Table Mountain, Cape Winelands, Robben Island, Kruger National Park, Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Zambezi River ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
F661ZM20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Special diets catered:
Please advise request
