South Africa: City, Safari and Cape Winelands

30 January 2026

This seven night journey through South Africa is designed for travellers who want to experience the country’s key highlights in a clear, well paced route. Beginning in Johannesburg, the trip moves into the Greater Kruger region for an immersive safari stay before finishing in Cape Town’s Constantia Valley. With internal flights, private transfers and standout experiences included, it suits first time visitors who want variety without feeling rushed, combining city stays, wildlife and time to enjoy the landscape properly.

South Africa: City, Safari and Cape Winelands

Johannesburg

Begin with an overnight stay in Johannesburg, staying at the Sandton Sun in the heart of Sandton. On arrival, meet your English speaking representative and transfer to the hotel, which is directly connected to Sandton City Shopping Centre and within walking distance of Nelson Mandela Square.

Kruger National Park

Fly north to Hoedspruit and transfer by road to Kapama River Lodge for a three night safari stay within the Greater Kruger region. Set within a private game reserve, the lodge offers a comfortable base for exploring the surrounding wilderness.

Your time here includes twice daily game drives led by experienced rangers, giving you the chance to spot the Big Five and other wildlife in their natural habitat. Between drives, enjoy relaxed lodge time, open deck views over the bush and evening sundowners as the sun sets over the reserve.

Cape Town and the Cape Winelands

Fly south to Cape Town, collect your rental car and drive to the Constantia Valley for a three night stay at Steenberg Hotel and Spa. Set on one of South Africa’s oldest wine estates, this area offers a quieter setting while remaining within easy reach of the city.

Spend time exploring the estate, enjoying wine tastings and dining on site, or take scenic drives into Cape Town. One of the highlights included is a helicopter flight from the V and A Waterfront, flying over Green Point Stadium with views of Robben Island, Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles mountain range, offering a memorable perspective of the city and coastline.

Johannesburg

Begin with an overnight stay in Johannesburg, staying at the Sandton Sun in the heart of Sandton. On arrival, meet your representative and transfer to the hotel, which is directly connected to Sandton City Shopping Centre and within walking distance of Nelson Mandela Square.

To plan your next South Africa adventure, contact one of our Travel Counsellors today.

Victoria Falls, Rovos Rail and Pretoria

03 February 2026

This journey combines one of Africa’s great natural sights with a classic rail experience and a relaxed city stay. Beginning at Victoria Falls, you spend time exploring the falls and the Zambezi River before boarding Rovos Rail for a slow, elegant journey south through Zimbabwe and South Africa. The trip finishes in Pretoria, offering a comfortable and well paced ending before the journey home. It is a refined itinerary that balances sightseeing with time to enjoy the journey itself.

South Africa Grand Journey with The Blue Train

30 January 2026

This sixteen night journey through South Africa is designed for travellers who want to experience the country in depth, combining coastal living, scenic landscapes, refined accommodation and one of the world’s most iconic rail journeys. Beginning in Cape Town, the route moves along the Garden Route, into the Cape Winelands and the Eastern Cape for safari, before finishing with a luxury rail journey aboard The Blue Train and a final night in Johannesburg. With private transfers, internal flights and carefully chosen hotels throughout, this itinerary offers a seamless and varied way to see South Africa at a relaxed, considered pace.

South Africa's Luxurious Garden Route

27 January 2026

Set off on a luxurious self-drive journey through South Africa’s stunning Garden Route. From the vibrant cityscape of Cape Town to the rolling vineyards of Franschhoek, the peaceful shores of Wilderness to the golden beaches of Plettenberg Bay. End your adventure with a thrilling Big Five safari in a private Eastern Cape game reserve, the perfect finale to an adventure filled holiday. Enjoy effortless exploration, five-star stays, and the freedom to discover at your own pace.