4 Day Garden Route Experience
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The Garden Route is a journey of exploration, of discovery and the chance to see why this part of the world is renowned for its beguiling diversity. This stretch of coastline connects Mossel Bay to the Storms River Mouth and has sandy beaches, lovely lakes and lagoons, lush, evergreen forests, and protea-studded slopes.
ROUTING
CAPE TOWN – GQEBERHA (PORT ELIZABETH)
Day 1: Sunday – CAPE TOWN – CAPE AGULHAS – OUDTSHOORN
This morning you will be met by your local tour guide and depart for the scenic Garden Route. Travel along Sir Lowry’s Pass, with its magnificent views, to Grabouw and Elgin, a lush landscape surrounded by majestic mountains. Stop en route at a farmstall packed with locally produced products from the area. Our journey continues to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. The area has largely been untouched and unexplored with its rugged coastline being the graveyard for many a ship. The historic Cape Agulhas Lighthouse is considered the icon that signifies the tip of Africa. After this thrilling experience, we continue via historic Swellendam and the Tradouw Pass to Barrydale and the famous Route 62. Continue to Oudtshoorn, known as the ‘ostrich feather capital’ and centre of the world’s Ostrich farming industry. Enjoy dinner at an Ostrich Farm, dining on local specialities such as Ostrich Steak. Overnight in Oudtshoorn. [Dinner]
Distance travelled today: 550 kms
Day 2: Monday – OUDTSHOORN
After a leisurely breakfast take a tour of the spectacular limestone caverns of the Cango Caves, one of the world’s great natural wonders, sculpted by nature through the ages. Join a fun filled interactive guided tractor tour at a working Ostrich Farm, followed by a wine tasting, sampling top quality wines of the region. Overnight in Oudtshoorn. [Breakfast]
Distance travelled today: 90 kms
Day 3: Tuesday – OUDTSHOORN – KNYSNA
After breakfast, travel over the Outeniqua Pass to George, the sixth oldest town in South Africa, with many historical landmarks like the Slave Tree and King Edward VII Library building; said to be the best example of Edwardian architecture in the town. The tour travels via Wilderness, an attractive holiday resort, to Knysna, known as the oyster box of South Africa, nestling on the banks of a beautiful lagoon in the heart of the Garden Route. Enjoy a delicious lunch en route of traditional cuisine and local treats. The remainder of the day is at leisure until you join an afternoon sunset cruise on the Knysna Lagoon.
Overnight in Knysna. [Breakfast & Lunch]
Distance travelled today: 170 kms
Day 4: Wednesday – KNYSNA –GQEBERHA (PORT ELIZABETH)
After breakfast, you’ll be transferred (unescorted, driver only) to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). You’ll head eastwards along the Tsitsikamma Forest to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), affectionately known as the “friendly city”. The tour ends on arrival in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). [Breakfast]
Guests may disembark, on request, at Chief Dawid Stuurman Airport.
Distance travelled today: 274 kms
Accommodation included:
4* La Plume Guest House or similar x 2 nights
4* Rex Hotel or similar x 1 night
RATES valid 01/01/25 – 30/04/25 & 01/10/25 – 31/12/25
R 17 040.00 per person sharing twin/double accommodation
R 18 605.00 per single person
RATES valid 01/05/25 – 30/09/25
R 16 680.00 per person sharing twin/double accommodation
R 18 245.00 per single person
Minimum 2 guests / Maximum 10 guests
INCLUDES
- 5 Meals: 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner including gratuity
- 3 Nights’ accommodation including porterage
- Transportation including toll fees in air-conditioned vehicles
- Services of a professional English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees as specified in the itinerary
- Bottled water in eco-friendly packaging
DEPARTURE DATES
Jan 25 | Feb 25 | Mar 25 | Apr 25 | May 25 | Jun 25 | |
English | / | / | / | / | 5;19 | 9 |
Jul 25 | Aug 25 | Sep 25 | Oct 25 | Nov 25 | Dec 25 | |
English | 7 | 4;18;25 | 1;15;22 | 6;13;20;27 | 3;10;17;24 | 1 |
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