Soft waves crash along the shore. Penguins waddle along the sand. The taste of citrus lingers on your palate. And the roar of lions fills the still air. The wonders of South Africa are there for you to explore, from stunning lions to beautiful wine, from nature’s beauty to Cape Town’s history. Don’t let the majesty of South Africa allude you. Come search, explore and experience. The majesty of South Africa wants to be seen and should be found by you.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Cape Town – The Explorer’s Beginnings
Land in Cape Town with the excitement of an explorer beginning their expedition. The roadway opens and practically guides you to beautiful Victoria and Albert Waterfront. The smell of fresh muscles stewing in garlic lines the walkway, emanating from the luscious restaurant Quay 4. The boardwalk is filled with crowded restaurants; the happy sound of boisterous diners travels along the walkway. The water is a cool, pearl blue. Table Mountain lingers above the city like a bodyguard ready to be scaled, and the colors of Cape Town shine from below. The clouds drift over the top of the mountain looking like a tablecloth being draped over the table. The Victorian Dutch architecture decorates much of the city, the multi-tiered buildings lined with balconies where people lounge in the shade and watch the world below them pass by.
Settle into your accommodation at the luxurious hotel located at the Victoria and Albert Waterfront. The colors of Table Mountain shift from deep brown to a burning red. Lion’s Head Mountain neighbors the table and points high into the air as the sun drifts over the ocean. Look over the water at the sunset, the lights along the boardwalk reflect in the calm harbor. The buzz of the waterfront slowly drifts away with the remnants of the day. But your excitement never wavers; you know the adventure is just beginning.
What's Included:
Day 2
Cape Town – Expeditions Rising
Day 3
Cape Town – Urban Explorers
Day 4
Cape Town – An Unlikely Prisoner
Day 5
Stellenbosch – The World Around
Day 6
Stellenbosch – Exploring Leisure at your Leisure
Day 7
Sabi Sands – A Total Safari Exploration
Day 8
Sabi Sands – Always More Wildlife to Explore
Day 9
Sabi Sands – Expedition Wildlife
Day 10
Johannesburg – Never an End To Exploration
Trip Highlights
- See the African Big Five
- Visit Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned
- Taste the world famous wine and cuisine of the Stellenbosch region
- Explore South Africa’s incredible Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve
- Venture to see the African penguins at Boulders Beach
- Visit Cape Point, the southern most point of Africa
- Experience Cape Town and its surrounding beauty
- See South Africa’s vibrant and turbulent history
- Indulge in the famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
- Experience a night game drive through Sabi Sands
Starting Price
$6,900 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.95 stars based on 1173 reviews.
The trip was the best we have ever had. Africa is a very special place. Zicasso's travel expert did a fantastic job of organizing the itinerary. The only disappointment was that we were not scheduled to see the mass migration across the river.
Reviewed By Andrew K.
Zicasso’s travel agent put together an amazing trip for our family. This travel agent was incredibly responsive.
Reviewed By David W.
We had an amazing trip, planned by Zicasso's travel partner. This is the first time I've ever used a travel agent and I'll admit, I was nervous. She took all of our feedback into consideration while planning. I highly recommend!
Reviewed By Kris C.
This was a well-planned trip that was personally rewarding and fulfilling.
This trip provided a great balance of the diverse locations from both countries (Namibia and South Africa).
I chose Zicasso as, at this stage of life, when taking well-deserved vacations, I just want to pay, pack, show up and have everything (accommodations, transportation, domestic and international flights, tours, attention to safety, and additional recommendations) accounted for. And that is exactly what the Zicasso's travel expert provided via her tour agency.
I was able to share my must-haves/nice-to-haves and she customized a vacation package that tended to every detail. It was a wonderful balance of rustic and luxury. It was also our July “birthdaycation” for my aunt and me, and we were surprised at multiple locations with surprise birthday acknowledgements. Birthdays are very special to me, so this was a major “icing” on the cake for me on this vacation.
Although there was a minor “hiccup” on the day of arrival, the travel specialist's “on-the-ground” (local) staff pivoted and quickly and professionally found another option for us for our airport pickup. This shows the mark of a company interested in ensuring the complete satisfaction of their clients.
For the destinations the travel expert specializes in, they will be my first point of contact when looking to make my next vacation destination.
Well done!
Reviewed By Andrea +.
The trip was carefully planned and we received optimal assistance throughout the trip and constant availability and monitoring during the journey. Our Zicasso travel agent was very professional and always available to respond to our requests and needs. The choice of hotels was excellent and reflected the expectations. The activities offered in the different locations were very well structured and the guides were of high quality, particularly those in Chobe National Park and Okavango Delta.
Reviewed By Roberto B.
Our family had a blast in South Africa, thanks to Zicasso's travel designer. She was meticulous in the planning and gave some good suggestions that worked well for our group. From fast-track tickets up to Table Mountain to food recommendations, she curated an itinerary that made the trip a breeze.
The guide in Cape Town was a wellspring of knowledge. We learned so much about the country from her, from history to economics and culture.
The safari portion of the trip was most memorable. The resort in Hoedspruit was just what the family needed.
We will definitely look up this travel company for future trips.
Reviewed By Lauren L.