South Africa's sublime landscape bursts with romantic treasures; private safari adventures without boundaries, walks through lavish vineyards, getting lost on hidden beaches, sailing past breaching whales...This romantic South African tour offers a dreamy escape into a nation of superlatives, indelibly combining beach, city, safari, and indulgent nature. Luxuriant style provides an omnipresent backdrop and charming little...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Cape Town – Welcome to South Africa
Landing in Cape Town is a special feeling. The Table Mountain chain stands proud above the city, an iconic expanse of rock dominating a sprawling cityscape and shimmering Atlantic Ocean waters. As a luxury transfer takes you to the hotel you're eagerly staring from the window, soaking up the first glimpses of the mountain. Your hotel stands above the ocean, neatly situated in Cape Town's most discerning waterfront neighborhood. Gaze out onto the water and the next stop is Antarctica. But turn around and the views of the mountain are incomparable. And these are just the first glimpses of South Africa. You have a full two weeks to explore all its angles.
What's Included:
Day 2
Cape Town – Standing on Table Mountain and Discovering an Iconic City
Day 3
Cape Town – Wild Penguins, Stunning Vistas, and Beautiful Roads
Day 4
Cape Town – A Sensual Wineland Journey
Day 5 - 6
Hermanus – Private Whale Spotting Safari
Day 7
Kruger – First Big Five Impressions in Kruger National Park
Day 8 - 10
Kruger – Unique Safari With a Romantic Twist
Day 11 - 14
St Lucia – Hidden Beach Paradise
Day 15
St Lucia – Farewell to South Africa
Trip Highlights
- Combine the very best of South Africa and have many vacations in just two weeks; iconic city break, hidden beach escape, thrilling safari adventure, marine delights, and famous vineyard experiences
- Explore the enchantment of Cape Town, a city that offers everything from opulent waterfronts to famous mountains, vibrant markets to swimming with penguins
- Discover far more than the Big Five with an immersive four-day safari in Kruger National Park, Africa's wild mammals passing your luxuriant en suite camp in the wilderness
- Complete the dreamy escape with four days soaking up the hidden white beaches of St Lucia, your hand-in-hand strolls providing the only footprints in the sand
- Spend two relaxing days getting intimate with wild whales, three different species migrating through the waters of Hermanus
- Take a sensual journey through the vineyards of Stellenbosch and discover both famous wineries and centuries-old private cellars
- Enjoy a vacation that's been exceptionally crafted with a focus on elevating the romance and offering unadulterated privacy in a mesmeric land of treasures
Detailed Description
So many themes can run through the mind when you're choosing a romantic escape. African safari sounds enticing, but a lavish city break is equally attractive. Wallowing in beach paradise is always on the agenda, but what about culture, wine, wildlife, wilderness, and a dozen other things that compete for your undivided attention? South Africa's premier attraction is its remarkable diversity and this handcrafted vacation offers it all. The eclectic destinations are undeniably unique. From luxuriant bedroom windows you will be admiring sapphire Indian Ocean rollers, White rhinos and elephants, or charming city harbors. In just two weeks you experience iconic city break, unique African safari tours, and charming beach paradise. And that's just for starters. This dream romantic escape is packed with charming touches that are forever memorable; swimming with penguins, meeting vineyard owners, sumptuous fine dining, walking with rhinos, and cocktails served in fresh coconuts.
You start in Cape Town, a city that the New York Times recently declared the number one city to visit in the world. Renowned Table Mountain stands proud over vibrant streets of culture and intrigue. Dazzling nature encases the cityscape, taking you on amorous journeys into vineyards, penguin-covered beaches, dramatic mountain roads, and centuries old culture. The coastline twinkles beneath the sun and you follow it two hours eastward, tracking the migratory route of three whale species to Hermanus. Two days of private boat safaris provide intimate encounters with these remarkable creatures, the visual thrills complimented by the quaint atmosphere of this historic fishing town.
Fly north and you're quickly lost in the wilderness. White rhinos surround your lodge, lion prides blend into the backdrop, and these four days of safari offer far more than just the Big Five. You're not merely spotting Africa's famed wildlife. You're deeply immersed in a landscape that exudes authenticity. Walk hand-in-hand into big cat country, take picnics beside elephants, drink champagne on candlelit tables in the bush, and fall asleep to nature's hypnotic soundtrack. And that's just some of the romantic touches that fill this itinerary. Completing the vacation is four days of idyllic beach bliss, St Lucia providing classic images of tropical reverie. Yours are the only footprints in the sand and sapphire Indian Ocean waters provide a new backdrop of beauty. So sit back, indulge, and marvel at the diversity of this nation of superlatives.
Starting Price
$9,800 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
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 1180 reviews.
Our trip was amazing and Zicasso's travel company and our agent could not have been more helpful in planning the trip and making sure it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. She listened to our desires and planned a trip that met all our requirements. She was very patient in making little modifications until we were completely satisfied.
When we encountered some delays during the trip, she was very responsive in helping notify people on the ground and rescheduling our activities so we didn't miss a thing.
She was very knowledgeable about Southern Africa and selected exceptional lodging facilities for us. The accommodations were not only beautiful, but the staff were extremely professional, friendly, and attentive.
I would highly recommend this travel company if planning an African adventure!
Reviewed By David B.
Zicasso's tour agents planned an amazing trip; everything was perfect and every detail was covered! Their recommendations on when to go, where to go, and what to see were spot on.
Reviewed By diane B.
This was a trip of a lifetime. We are not sure we will ever be able to top it! I have never cried leaving a place before because I was so sad it was over, but I did... three times! From the incredible food and views in Cape Town to the unforgettable adventure at the buffalo camp to the amazing views of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, we cannot say enough good things about our experience.
We've used Zicasso several times and have always had a great experience. That's why we keep coming back! But our experience with this travel agency was above and beyond all our expectations. The way our travel agent crafted our trip to meet our desires; stayed in constant contact via text, phone and email; provided us a departure call to walk us through every step of the trip before we left; and stayed connected throughout our trip to ensure we were having a good time and help us tweak some things along the way was customer service like we have never received. We would work with this agency and our agent again in a heartbeat and recommend them to friends and family.
Reviewed By Allison B.
Zicasso's travel agents were excellent at providing a luxury trip. I also sincerely appreciated that they respected my budget. Every detail was expertly planned and completely stress-free.
Reviewed By Amanda G.
Zicasso's travel agent was a blessing. Her organizational skills were excellent. The trip plan app was used daily during our trip. What a wonderful tool. Our agent had all the pertinent information in the app and at our fingertips. The trip exceeded our expectations. I would definitely recommend using our travel agent and Zicasso to all my friends.
Reviewed By Tom O.
First, the booking experience with Zicasso's trip coordinator was seamless. She was always very attentive, responsive, and prompt with her replies. She listened to our wants and delivered beyond our expectations. Even our guides commented that she chose well for us. I would highly recommend booking with her.
Our itinerary in South Africa was pure perfection. Everything from the accommodations to the timing was perfect. We cannot say enough great things about the safari in Sabi Sands and the lodge. The lodge in Franschhoek was exceptional and the one in Gansbaai was the ideal ending to our trip.
This was truly a trip of a lifetime for our family. I’m not sure how we will ever top this experience. Thank you to Zicasso for connecting us with our agent.
Reviewed By Idalia F.