Day 1:

Depart London Heathrow on direct overnight flight from Heathrow to Johannesburg.

Days 2-4:

Connect with onward flight to Port Elizabeth and on arrival collect hire car and drive to the Amakhala Game Reserve to stay for three nights on full board basis, including safari activities, at Shearers Lodge. Shearers Lodge, set in the grounds of Leeuwenbosch, was originally built in 1930 and used for shearing and classing wool. Now beautifully converted into four luxury en-suite bedrooms, all the rooms open on to a wide colonial verandah, overlooking indigenous gardens, rolling lawns and the quaintly charming Leeuwenbosch Chapel. There is also a central dining room and barbecue area, lounge bar and swimming pool. The next two days will be spent in the African bush experiencing the wildlife. An early morning wake-up call will be followed by coffee and tea, before you leave for an early morning game drive. After returning to the lodge a sumptuous breakfast awaits guests. A guided walk is then offered after breakfast. Accompanied by an experienced ranger, the bush often looks totally different when it is being explored on foot. After lunch is enjoyed at the lodge there is time to relax and recover before afternoon tea and coffee is served and an afternoon game drive offered. Alternatives to game drives are canoeing safaris on the Bushman’s River, bird watching, picnic lunches and river cruises.

Days 5-7:

Proceed along the Garden Route to Knysna to stay for three nights on bed & breakfast at Belvidere Manor. Set on the edge of the Knysna Lagoon in blooming gardens, this property has been tastefully renovated in the Cape Dutch style and offers accommodation in beautiful individual cottages, all en-suite and furnished with fully-equipped kitchen, lounge with fire place & satellite television, wide verandah and barbeque. The main building also houses a restaurant and charming pub, and there is an outdoor swimming pool.

Days 8-10:

Continue to the winelands village of Franschhoek, renowned for its beautiful setting and fine restaurants and bistros to stay for three nights on bed & breakfast basis at The Franschhoek. Right on the main street of this charming little town in the heart of the Winelands is this beautifully restored Cape Huguenot-styled building. Its six suites are large, light and airy and come complete with their own private terrace. There is an enclosed courtyard with its own swimming pool and superb service throughout the day. An ideal location for travelling gourmets to enjoy the local wines and some of the outstanding restaurants of the area.

Days 11-13:

Drive onward to Cape Town to stay for three nights on bed & breakfast basis at the Cape Cadogan. Located in the heart of vibrant Cape Town this stately double-storeyed Georgian and Victorian building dates back to the beginning of the 19th century. Declared a national monument, it offers 12 beautifully-furnished and individual rooms with the emphasis on bohemian chic. The comfortable lounge, garden and swimming offer a calming environment, whilst the cafes, restaurants and shops of Kloof Street & the Waterfront are on the doorstep.

Day 14:

Return the hire car at Cape Town before departing on the direct overnight flight to London Heathrow

Day 15:

Arrive London Heathrow early morning.