What's included in this trip:

Escorted Package Includes

• Flights New York-Cape Town, Johannesburg-New York
• Other departure cities are available. 
• Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
• Intra-flights Cape Town-Johannesburg, Johannesburg-Victoria Falls & Victoria Falls-Johannesburg.
• 9 nights accommodations
  • 4 nights in Cape Town
  • 2 nights Limpopo Province
  • 1 night Johannesburg
  • 2 nights Victoria Falls
• Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
• Hotel porterage
• All transfers are included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
• 13 meals: 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
• Sightseeing & game drives per itinerary
• Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout

Special Features

• During the Panoramic Cape Town City Tour, pass by the Castle of Good Hope, City Hall, the Grande Parade, and view Table Mountain
• Game drives in magnificent Limpopo Province
• Visit spectacular Victoria Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• This moderately active program is intended to offer an introduction to the two most South African experiences, game drives and the city of Cape Town. Game drives take place in the early morning and late afternoon to avoid mid-day heat when animals are at rest. Game drives will be conducted in small safari vehicles that cannot be air-conditioned. During this tour, you may come into proximity to wild animals whose actions can be unpredictable. Certain inherent risks are involved which should be considered at your own discretion.

• DAY 1, Friday - Depart for South Africa Depart for South Africa DAY 2, Saturday - Arrive in Cape Town Arrive in Cape Town. As you transfer to the hotel, you will see the city's iconic symbol, Table Mountain, greeting you in the distance. Balance of the day is at leisure Overnight: Cape Town DAY 3, Sunday - Cape Town City Tour After an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager, depart on a city tour. Pass famous landmarks including the Castle of Good Hope, City Hall, the Grand Parade, St. George's Cathedral, Company Gardens, and the Malay Quarter. The route then leads to Kloof Nek and Table Mountain. Perhaps ascend to the summit by cable car* (ticket not included) for bird's eye view of the city and its beaches. Continue to the V & A Waterfront where you will have the opportunity to learn the three billion-year-old story of diamonds while touring prominent Shimansky Jewelers & Museum. Following the tour (or for those who do not wish to participate) stroll through the adjacent V & A Waterfront with its endless shopping and dining opportunities before returning to your hotel for an afternoon at leisure *Table Mountain Aerial Cableway closes for annual maintenance in July & August. Exact dates will be advised in early 2023. Overnight: Cape Town Meals: Breakfast DAY 4, Monday - Full Day in Cape Town While in Cape Town, don't miss the optional tour to Cape Peninsula, known for its steep mountains, secluded coves, and pristine beaches. The Cape of Good Hope, within Table Mountain National Park, is home to at least 250 species of birds as well as antelope, ostrich, and baboons. Walk the rugged cliffs, or take the famous Flying Dutchman funicular that climbs uphill to the old lighthouse. Afterward, visit Boulders Beach to see the unique spectacle of penguins waddling freely, and walk through Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens Optional: Full-Day Cape Peninsula Tour ($95.00pp) Overnight: Cape Town Meals: Breakfast DAY 5, Tuesday - Full Day in Cape Town Spend the day at leisure in Cape Town. Perhaps join the optional South African Wine Tour* which takes you along the country's principal wine route to the scenic towns of Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch with tastings along the way. Alternatively, thrill seekers will not want to miss the optional excursion to "Shark Alley" to experience great white shark cage diving.* Tonight, attend the optional Traditional African Dinner Experience for a memorable evening of live performances and African gastronomy before returning to the hotel *The South African Wine Tour and Full Day Great White Shark Cage Diving operate simultaneously. Passengers may opt to participate in only one of these tours Optional: South African Wine Tour ($57.00pp) Optional: Full Day Great White Shark Cage Diving  ($199.00pp) Optional: Traditional African Dinner Experience ($58.00pp) Overnight: Cape Town Meals: Breakfast DAY 6, Wednesday - Flight to Johannesburg, Evening Game Drive This morning, fly to Johannesburg, known as "Gauteng: the City of Gold." Upon arrival, drive to Limpopo Province located just three hours outside of Johannesburg. Your stay will be at a game reserve where the varied habitats provide ideal conditions for a selection of large mammals including the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino). Here, accompanied by a ranger, uncover the magic of the African bush during the late afternoon game drive. This evening, dinner is at the lodge Overnight: Limpopo Province Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 7, Thursday - Morning and Afternoon Game Drives Depart early for a morning game drive, or participate in the optional Balloon Safari. Drift above the beautiful landscape, watching for the wild game below. A glass of sparkling wine awaits you at the end of the journey. Join the rest of your group on the morning game drive in open safari vehicles where you may have a chance to see not only the large beasts but also the smaller mammals, birds, and insects. After lunch, relax at the lodge before setting out for your afternoon game drive. Return in time for dinner and toast to your final night in South Africa Optional: Mabula Balloon Safari ($352.00pp) Overnight: Limpopo Province Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner DAY 8, Friday - Travel to Johannesburg You awake early in the morning and set out on your final game drive. After an early lunch, bid farewell to the bush and travel to Johannesburg. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and spend the rest of the day at a leisure Overnight: Johannesburg Meals: Breakfast, Lunch DAY 9, Saturday - Flight to Victoria Falls Transfer to the airport for your morning flight to Victoria Falls,* in Zimbabwe, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you can still encounter herds of buffalo and elephants on their way to the Zambezi River. Experience the romance of Africa on the optional Zambezi River Sundowner Cruise. Relax onboard as you look for hippos, elephants, and buffalo that come to drink at the end of the day at the water's edge. Afterward, return to the hotel. Tonight, attend the optional Boma Dinner & Drum Show, an unforgettable dinner experience featuring dance performances, lively songs, and an interactive drumming show *Flights to Victoria Falls will arrive and depart into Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, or Livingstone, Zambia. The Livingstone airport is a 30-minute drive to the hotel in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe Optional: Zambezi River Sundowner Cruise ($46.00pp) Optional: The Boma Dinner & Drum Show ($65.00pp) Overnight: Victoria Falls Meals: Breakfast DAY 10, Sunday - Full Day in Victoria Falls Today is yours to discover this beautiful area independently or join the optional Full Day Chobe Safari. Embark on a morning game-viewing cruise along the Chobe River, famous for its elephant and lion populations. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park, home to one of the largest game concentrations in Africa. Tonight, say goodbye to your Tour Manager and fellow travelers at a Farewell Reception Optional: Full Day Chobe Safari ($170.00pp) Overnight: Victoria Falls Meals: Breakfast DAY 11, Monday - Depart South Africa This morning, take a guided tour of Victoria Falls, one of the '"Seven Natural Wonders of the World." The walking safari takes you through the rainforest to view the Cataracts, Livingston's statue, and a wide variety of birds and plants. Return to the hotel before transferring to the airport in Zimbabwe. Fly to Johannesburg and connect to your international departure flight this evening. Please select flights that depart no earlier than 7:30 PM Meals: Breakfast