The Cape Explorer
Experience the best of the Cape on this one week private tour which includes the sights of Cape Town, the seaside village of Hermanus and the breathtaking Cape Winelands staying in boutique and character accommodations.
Experience the best of the Cape on this one week private tour which includes the sights of Cape Town, the seaside village of Hermanus and the breathtaking Cape Winelands staying in boutique and character accommodations.
On arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be met by our Meet and Greet team and transferred to Winchester Hotel, a wonderful homey boutique hotel located in Sea Point.
Your guide will collect you after breakfast for your private half day city tour starting with visiting Table Mountain or Signal Hill to view the city and coastline, followed with a visit to Bo Kaap & Museum, Castle of Good Hope, museums, local markets, art galleries, trendy bars and cafes. Your guide normally drops you back at your hotel at in the early afternoon or stay in the vibrant V&A Waterfront for your own exploration.
A free day to explore Cape Town and visit the V&A Waterfront area with its many cafes, shops and restaurants. From here, you may wish to go to Robben Island where from the 17th to the 20th centuries, the Island served as a place of banishment, isolation and imprisonment, made infamous by its most prominent inmate, Nelson Mandela. Today it is a World Heritage Site and museum, a poignant reminder to the price paid for freedom.
After breakfast your guide will collect you for a spectacular journey around the Cape Peninsula taking in all the highlights and breathtaking beauty of this world-renowned region. You travel through Camps Bay, Hout Bay, scenic Chapman’s Peak Drive, a stop at the famous Boulder’s Beach for the penguins are located, Simon’s Town, the charming fishing village of Kalk Bay and finally the historic suburbs of St James and Muizenberg.
From here you travel to Somerset West and along the picturesque coastal Clarence Drive into Hermanus to check into your seaside located boutique hotel for two nights.
After breakfast your guide will take you the New Harbour for your Walker Bay Cruise. Hermanus hosts the bulk of the Southern Right Whales that migrate to South Africa from June to November. During other times of the year you might see Humpback and Brydes whales and an abundance of other marine life. Following the cruise, enjoy a light lunch in the town with a view of the bay.
After lunch your guide will take you to the well-known Fernkloof Nature Reserve for a wonderful two to three hour walk with great views to learn about the flora and fauna of the area.
Today you will be pickup up for a full day guided Cape Winelands tour, travelling through the beautiful scenery of Hemel & Aarde Valley, the Franschhoek Pass . You’ll visit a few wineries and enjoy and a light lunch. The area’s rich with history, and you can’t help but feel it as you move through the region. Continue to check into your boutique winelands accommodation for two nights.
Today you will have a ticket booked for the Franschhoek Wine Tram, one of the best ways to discover the true essence of the Franschhoek Valley – picturesque vineyards, breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, world-class cuisine, fine wines and a 300 year history. Passengers aboard the hop-on hop-off tour will experience a unique and leisurely way to see the Franschhoek Valley as they journey through rolling vineyards in a magnificent double-deck railway tram and an open-air tram-bus stopping in at some of South Africa’s oldest and most distinguished wine estates. Rest of the day at your leisure.
Enjoy a last morning free before being transferred to the airport for your onward flight.
Impossible to miss, The Winchester Hotel stands out with bold appeal on the edge of the ever-vibrant Sea Point Promenade. The splendour of this 1920s Cape Dutch-style icon is rivaled only by the views of Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean that frame the establishment.
Guests can bask in the property’s prime location and renowned amenities, from its grand courtyard to its popular sea-facing terrace, Harvey’s bar and Shoredich restaurant.
The Winchester Hotel has 76 rooms, including various suites and lofts. Select rooms offer ocean or mountain views while each one features striking decor that builds on a monochromatic palette with hints of colour and quirkiness, including stunning Ardmore fabrics.
This landmark hotel keeps guests returning yearly to experience the joie de vivre and spectacular hospitality with that personal touch.
Located in Hermanus, One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel overlooks Walker Bay with beautiful views and is within walking distance to restaurants and shops. Each of the seven en-suite bedrooms has beautiful sea views with private balconies. All rooms have free Wi-Fi and are air-conditioned.
Guests can enjoy cooked breakfasts on the deck overlooking the heated swimming pool, have a drink in the friendly bar, or chill in one of the living areas. The coastal cliff path is accessible directly in front of the hotel and is a great way to visit the beaches, view the bay, whales and sea life. Excursions to whale watching boat trips, shark cage diving and to the Winelands are available.
La Fontaine Guesthouse has been completely transformed during an extensive refurbishment in the winter of 2018. Luxurious finishes and vibrant afro chic décor, La Fontaine Is now officially open to welcome guests. Less than a three-minute walk from the historic Franschhoek village centre La Fontaine is the ideal guesthouse from which to explore the various local and international award-winning restaurants, art galleries, and wine estates.
This stylish establishment offers guests a varied configuration of suites and rooms.
Not only is La Fontaine ideally situated, but also offers a luxurious, relaxing and friendly holiday experience in the heart of the Cape Winelands, South Africa.
This stylish establishment offers guests a varied configuration of Deluxe, Luxury, Luxury Suite and Mountain View suites.
Not only is La Fontaine ideally situated, but also offers a comfortable, relaxing
and friendly holiday experience in the heart of the Cape Winelands, South Africa.
Season Start | Season End | Price Sharing | |
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01 May 2023 | 30 Sep 2023 | 30,950 | |
01 Oct 2023 | 17 Dec 2023 | 31,950 |
Dates reflect seasonality, please enquire for specific availability.
Airport transfers.
Accommodation.
Meals as indicated.
Private tours in Cape Town and Winelands.
Ticket to Franschhoek Wine Tram.
Walker Bay Cruise in Hermanus.
Professional guide.
International airfare.
Visas.
Travel insurance.
Gratuities.
Optional activities.
Items of a personal nature.
Impossible to miss, The Winchester Hotel stands out with bold appeal on the edge of the ever-vibrant Sea Point Promenade. The splendour of this 1920s...
Impossible to miss, The Winchester Hotel stands out with bold appeal on the edge of the ever-vibrant Sea Point Promenade. The splendour of this 1920s...
Impossible to miss, The Winchester Hotel stands out with bold appeal on the edge of the ever-vibrant Sea Point Promenade. The splendour of this 1920s...
Located in Hermanus, One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel overlooks Walker Bay with beautiful views and is within walking distance to restaurants and shops. Each of...
Located in Hermanus, One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel overlooks Walker Bay with beautiful views and is within walking distance to restaurants and shops. Each of...
La Fontaine Guesthouse has been completely transformed during an extensive refurbishment in the winter of 2018. Luxurious finishes and vibrant afro chic décor, La Fontaine...
La Fontaine Guesthouse has been completely transformed during an extensive refurbishment in the winter of 2018. Luxurious finishes and vibrant afro chic décor, La Fontaine...
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