SCINTILLATING SOUTH AFRICA 14 Nights / 15 Days

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1 SCINTILLATING SOUTH AFRICA 14 Nights / 15 Days Cape Town * Mossel Bay * Knysna * Port Elizabeth * Durban * Sun City * Johannesburg Highlight: Cape Town 4 Nights: City tour superb views of Cape Town from the top of Table Mountain including cable car ride (weather permitting), visit the Malay Quarter (Bo-Kaap homes) on Signal Hill, Castle of Good Hope, the Company Gardens, tour the Cape Town Diamond Works, Peninsula tour pass by the exquisite stretch of coastline known as Millionaire s Paradise, drive to Hout Bay with Seal Island Cruise (included), drive along the Chapman s Peak Drive, see the Cape of Good Hope, visit Boulder s Beach penguin colony. Wine lands tour breathtaking views from the Taal Monument near Paarl, wine cellar tour with wine tasting, visit the small town of Franschhoek, pass by the Huguenot Monument, gourmet lunch, wind your way to the heights of the Helshoogte Mountain Pass, stroll the town of Stellenbosch. Mossel Bay 1 Night: Harbor Town, 60 kms of white-sand beaches, the only north facing beach in South Africa Knysna 2 Nights: Full day Oudtshoorn tour Cango Caves, Cango Wildlife Ranch, Safari Ostrich Farm, Cruise on the Knysna Lagoon and visit the Featherbed Nature Reserve. Port Elizabeth Pumba Private Game Reserve 2 Nights: located in the malaria-free zone, Big-5 game reserve, luxury game lodges, day safaris and game viewing in an open luxury Land Rover, personal game ranger, birding, rhino awareness centre, Big Cat sanctuaries, cooking wild safaris, relaxation retreats, wildlife rehabilitation centre, spa treatments. Durban 2 Nights: See the Golden Mile the beachfront, see the City Hall, visit the KwaMuhle Museum, Durban Botanic Gardens, visit the Moses Mabhida Stadium ride a cable car up to the top of the stadium for a view of Durban, day safari in the Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve - see the Big 5. Sun City 2 Nights: The golden fun city known for its world class casino thrills, restaurants, lazy beach at Valley of the Waves, exciting water slides, manmade beach, Waterworld bumper boats, wakeboard, water-ski, jet ski, golfing, game viewing, cabaret shows. Johannesburg 1 Night Day 01 Arrive Cape Town Arrive at Cape Town International Airport. On arrival, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to explore on your own. Explore the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront for some great restaurants and nightlife. This is one of Cape Town s biggest tourist attractions. This busy harbour is set in the midst of the huge entertainment venue with pubs, restaurants, crafts markets, theatres and lots more. Situated between Robben Island and Table Mountain, in the heart of Cape Town s harbour, and set with a magnificent backdrop of the sea and mountains. Overnight at the hotel. Day 02 Cape Town City Tour with Table Mountain After breakfast at hotel, proceed for half day Cape Town City tour including tickets up to the Table Mountain (weather permitting). Take a cable car to the summit of the legendary Table Mountain with views of the City and surrounding layout of this southernmost tip of Africa. Visit the country's oldest building, The Castle, and a short distance away, the Company Gardens, both historically fascinating and well conserved. Your drive continues past Parliament Buildings, City Hall and the Slave Lodge, and you'll sense the depth of history via their distinctive architecture. Move up the cobblestoned hills to the Malay Quarter, and marvel at the ice-cream colours of the quaint Bo-Kaap homes. Trace the moves of a professional diamond cutter, as he creates every girl's dream stone. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

2 Day 03 Cape Town Peninsula Tour Today cruise along the exquisite stretch of coastline known as Millionaire's Paradise - from Clifton to Camps Bay, to the exclusive beach hamlet of Llandudno - towards the charming working harbour of Hout Bay. Embark on an up-close-and-personal Seal Island cruise. Wind along the legendary Chapman's Peak Drive, hugging the cliffs and relishing the breath-taking ocean views, before arriving at your lunch spot of choice (own account) at the Cape of Good Hope Section of the Table Mountain National Park. We meander back along the coast towards the City, visiting the historic naval port of Simon's Town and the endearing penguin colony at Boulder's Beach (own account). You venture inland to your last stop of the day at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. With the sun setting over the tall peaks of Table Mountain the last rays sparkle on the trees and flowers. Overnight at the hotel. Day 04 Cape Town Wine Land Tour After breakfast, proceed for the Wine land tour an hour drive out of Cape Town on Seat-in-coach, this tour takes you through the valleys and vineyards of Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. Experience a Wine Tour in the spectacular Cape Winelands. South Africa has much to offer the wine enthusiast so why not enjoy a day tasting some of the best wines in the world and learn more about this fabulous industry. Just a short drive from Cape Town and you will find yourself amongst hundreds of wineries, tall mountains and beautifully preserved Cape Dutch Architecture, welcome to the Cape Winelands. This region is the heart of the South African wine producing industry and our high quality wines consistently fetch top international awards. Start the day with a visit to Paarl and the spectacular Paarl Valley. Here you can enjoy a wine tasting and cellar tour at one of the local estates. The tour continues north-west to the beautiful village of Franschhoek. Then it's on to Stellenbosch, the second oldest town in South Africa and the historic heart of the country's wine region. The final wine tasting will take place here at one of the well-known estates. The red grape variety Pinotage is unique to the area, but all the classics are represented here: Shiraz, Chardonnay and Semillon. You will have the opportunity to walk around Paarl and Stellenbosch on this tour. Pass by the Huguenot Monument. With the air scented with sweet grapes and the trees softly swaying in the wind, it is a wine lover's paradise and a truly relaxing way to spend the day! Overnight at hotel in Capetown. Day 05 Cape Town Mossel Bay After breakfast, check out and proceed to Mossel Bay (approx 4 5 hours drive). More than 60kilometres of beaches and the only north-facing beach in South Africa and warm, beach-going weather throughout the year (with at least 300 days of sunshine in every 365!); The riches of the Indian Ocean, the Cape fynbos, and the Outeniqua Mountains. Mossel Bay is situated exactly half way between Cape Town - the provincial capital of the Western Cape Province and Port Elizabeth (both 400km away), so it s your ideal holiday destination, and the logical place to stop and relax on any local itinerary. But it won t all be relaxing because there really are so many things to do here. Many people who come to Mossel Bay come for the beaches but everyone stays for the attractions and adventures, the entertainment, the museums, the culture, the arts & crafts and, of course, the shopping. Arrive and check in before spending the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel in Mossel Bay. Day 06 Mossel Bay Oudtshoorn - Knysna After breakfast, check out and proceed on Seat-in-coach to Knysna (approx 1 hr 20 min drive). En route visit Oudtshoorn, a picturesque town recognised as the ostrich capital of the world, as the climate is ideal for these large birds to breed and live. Oudtshoorn is home to over 400 ostrich farms as well as several Feather Mansions. The world s biggest bird is just one of the many attractions in this area of exceptional contrasts and natural beauty. Further proceed to visit he famous Cango Caves and an Ostrich Farm. In the Cango Valley we discover the spectacular subterranean world of the Cango Caves; a 20 million year old natural treasure at the foothills of the Swartberg Mountains - known as a shelter for early humans. This world wonder features an impressive display of gold and vermillion dripstone stalagmites and stalactites. The majestic caves consist of a series of hidden chambers cut deep into a thick limestone rock layer. Then visit the Cango Wildlife Ranch with various attractions (entrance fees will be applicable for every separate attraction). Attractions Valley of Ancients, Snake Park, Kuranda Forest, Cheetahland, Wallaby Walkabout,

3 Kidzone and Animal Encounters (like Cheetah Encounter, Tiger Encounter, Reptile Encounter) and lots more. If you are brave enough, you can also try the world s first crocodile cage dive (all at an additional cost). Further make your way to an Ostrich farm near Oudtshoorn for a highly entertaining and educational tour, where you will learn more about these remarkable birds, their fascinating nature and their industry. This operating farm of 1500ha is where visitors will see large flocks of ostriches at different stages of development, in the surrounding Lucerne fields. For the adrenaline seekers, take the opportunity to ride the world s biggest bird species. Enjoy lunch (own cost) at the farm. Proceed further to arrive at Knysna and check in at hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel in Knysna. Day 07 Knysna Knysna Lagoon Cruise and visit to Featherbed Nature Reserve After breakfast, proceed for a tour of Featherbed Nature Reserve it gives visitors to the Garden Route 'an unforgettable experience on the Knysna Lagoon'. The Lagoon, more accurately defined as an estuary, has five fresh water rivers flowing in from the surrounding Outeniqua Mountains meeting with the surge of sea water from the Indian Ocean through the mighty headlands known as the 'Knysna Heads' - the grand sandstone cliffs towering above the entrance to the Knysna Lagoon. The Featherbed Nature Reserve, situated on the Western Head in Knysna, is the premier eco-experience on the Garden Route. Take a 4 x 4 trailer drive up the Headland onto the reserve, stopping at spectacular viewpoints. The guide will give you a brief on the flora and fauna. There is also an optional 2.2 km walk through coastal forest and fynbos into ancient sea caves. Take a world-renowned buffet lunch (at an additional cost) at an outdoor restaurant setting under a canopy of Milkwood trees. It is a 4 hours experience and enjoyed by both young and old. Featherbed Nature Reserve is home to a breeding program of the rare Blue Duiker - one of the smallest antelope species in the world - the beautiful Knysna Loerie and the endangered Knysna Sea Horse. Visitors have the rare opportunity to view these creatures on the Reserve. Take a sunset cruise on the John Benn which is a double-decker floating restaurant offering daily Lagoon cruises to the Knysna Heads. A memorable family activity on Knysna Lagoon. One of the best floating restaurants in Knysna. Overnight at hotel in Knysna. Day 08 Knysna Port Elizabeth - Pumba Game Reserve After breakfast, check out and transfer on Seat-in-coach or by private vehicle to Port Elizabeth (approx 3 hrs 20 min) and from Port Elizabeth to Pumba Private Game Reserve (approx 105 kms). Arrive and check in at the game lodge. The malaria free Pumba Private Game Reserve & Spa nestles in the heart of the Eastern Cape in South Africa. The Pumba Private Game Reserve covers hectares of unspoilt wilderness. Overlooking the Lake Kariega, this 'Big Five' game reserve offers magnificent views. Guests are invited to discover the unrivaled scenic views over Lake Kariega at the Lodge. Stroll to the stone walled, thatched chalet off the meandering timber footpaths after a day of game drives, and relax in absolute comfort. A romantic moment on the private wooden deck, an outdoor shower, or sundowners on the floating jetty can all be enjoyed during a memorable stay at this lodge. Once the sun is down, guests are invited to have a gourmet dinner paired with vintage wines under the African stars. Day at leisure. Overnight at the game lodge. Day 09 Pumba Game Reserve Early morning, proceed to discover all that the Eastern Cape Bushveld has to offer during a Day Safari in an open luxury Land Rover with one of the trained and knowledgeable rangers. Big 5 Pumba Private Game Reserve is nestled in the heart of the malaria-free Eastern Cape, it offers the ultimate in African Safari with luscious awe inspiring bush, grasslands, and of course, the formidable Big Five. Experience the wonders of an African Safari, come face to face with the graceful giraffe, the seldom seen leopard, to the mighty elephant, lion, rhino and buffalo. Just when you think you have seen them all... there is one more beautiful species for you to see at Pumba Private Game Reserve. The endangered and majestic White Lion... they will take your breath away. Pumba Private Game Reserve is also home to hyena, hippo, zebra, wildebeest, warthog and numerous species of antelope, like eland, kudu and bushbuck. All viewed from an open vehicle with experienced game rangers. After the morning game drive, arrive back to your lodge for breakfast. Rest time till afternoon. Afternoon proceed for another game drive. There are luxury game-viewing vehicles with individual bucket seats and overhead canvas covers. The reserve also

4 has over 280 species of birds. Besides this the lodge also offers activities like Night Safari Drives, bird safaris, guided bush walks, archery, star gazing, Overnight at the game lodge. Day 10 Pumba Game Reserve Durban After breakfast, check out and transfer to Port Elizabeth airport for your flight to Durban. Durban is a natural paradise known for its gorgeous coastline of sun-kissed beaches and subtropical climate, situated on the eastern seaboard of Africa. The City is built around one of the busiest ports in Africa. The city focuses on providing visitors with a unique set of experiences that go beyond the beach and into the realm of Durban s diverse culture, urban lifestyle and scenic diversity. Durban itself offers a range of sparkling white beaches, This remarkable city offers you the ultimate shopping experience at the best shopping malls. An old city which also caters for cultural tours, such as township tours, museums, art galleries, theatres, jazz clubs, night clubs, township taverns, township restaurants, horse racing events, nature trails and walks, hiking trails, great sporting events and everything else you could possibly need, to keep you entertained, while you experience the perfect vacation. Arrive at Durban and check in at hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel in Durban. Day 11 Durban City tour After breakfast, proceed for the city tour of Durban 4 hours Drive along the Golden Mile beachfront and then stop at Durban s Botanical Gardens founded in Visit the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium where one can take the Sky Car ride to the top of the stadium arch for an incredible view of Durban and its surrounds. Durban is South Africa's third-largest city, and the heart of KwaZulu-Natal. With its golden stretches of beach, grandiose colonial architecture, and hearty dose of Indian culture, this is a fun place to explore. Travel along the 'Golden Mile' beachfront towards the harbor entrance where you can see anything from sari clad Indian ladies walking on the sand to traditional healers collecting bottles of seawater to use as muti (medicine). Continue past Durban City Hall and learn about its humorous history, before visiting the Phansi Museum, home to a collection of South African artifacts and traditions. See beadworks, headrests, Zulu Clay Pots and various other treasures as you browse the museum with your expert guide. See Durban's Botanic Gardens, founded in 1849, where you'll find a mix of African, Asian and American trees. Rest of the day at leisure. You can visit the ushaka Marine World - ushaka has fast positioned itself as a key attraction on Durban s Golden Mile, offering a world of entertainment, excitement, fun and uniqueness. ushaka has bought together cultures, like no other place in Africa into a safe, secure and clean environment that resonates the sound of fun, laughter and the spirit of togetherness. Entertainment is non-stop, extending from the day-time operations of Sea World, Wet n Wild, and ushaka Beach, to the night time festivities of the Village Walk. Or you can take a 10 minute drive to Umhlanga which is perfectly positioned for any leg of your South African adventure. It's just a ten-minute drive on the N2 (southbound) from King Shaka Airport and situated on the northern beaches of KwaZulu-Natal, 16 kilometres from the centre of Durban. Visitors from around the world flock to the holiday resort village of Umhlanga to relax and have fun on one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world. Situated on the east coast of South Africa just north of the vibrant Port City of Durban, Umhlanga faces the warm waters of the Indian Ocean and has the best South African accommodation. It also has first world Shopping Centres. The golden sandy beaches stretch northwards for more than 200 kilometres, all the way to the spectacular Isimangaliso Wetland Park, a world heritage site. Or experience the thrilling shark cage diving in Kwazulu Natal region You can mainly see Black Tip, Dusky and Spinner Sharks and they grow to two and half meters. In the summer you may also see the Tiger Sharks. The tour launches at 6:30 am so you need to be at beach 15 minutes before at Rocky Bay, Park Rynie, which is a 45 minute drive from Durban and 1 hour from the Airport. Or join a unforgettable Hluhluwe Safari, departing daily in search of the BIG 5, Cheetah, Wild Dogs etc. this safari is offered in a open 4x4 safari vehicle, where the game drive vehicles have been specially adapted to suit the environment, with raised seats and 360 degrees of unobstructed viewing for the client. The total safari is for 3 hours. Overnight at hotel in Durban. Day 12 Durban Johannesburg Sun City After breakfast, check out and transfer to airport for your flight to Johannesburg. Arrive at Johannesburg and transfer by a private vehicle to Sun City. A two hour scenic drive from Johannesburg delivers you to

5 the magical world of Sun City. Arrive at Sun City and check in. There s nothing quite like it anywhere in the world and when you discover Sun City for yourself, you ll agree that it s a completely unique holiday experience for all ages. Sun City offers more than one hundred unforgettable family activities, a vibrant, enticing all new revamped casino and a variety of accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets. From the 3-star family-focused Cabanas hotel to the magnificent 5-star Palace of the Lost City, you ll find the perfect place to enjoy your time at Sun City, whether it s a romantic getaway with your partner, a wild weekend with friends or a memorable holiday with the whole family. Day at leisure to explore the resort and enjoy the various activities. If you re the athletic type, you can test your skills and your swing on two world-class golf courses that have been played by legends of the game, like Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods. Or you could push your sporting boundaries with tennis, jogging or a serious gym session to get those endorphins flowing. Unleash the adventurer in you with a variety of watersports, from jet skis to parasailing or get your pulse racing with a trip on the fastest zip slide in the world or a 4x4 quad-bike experience through the game park. Track the illustrious Big Five on safari in the Pilanesberg Nature Reserve, or experience a close encounter with birds of prey and crocodiles. Get your gaming kicks with a myriad of casino and entertainment options where you could win big or have a big night out. Revel in the romance and pleasure of sharing a special occasion with loved ones. Or simply relax at the pool, or stretch out on the beach at the Valley of Waves, while the kids tire themselves out on the water slides and the little ones are treated to a fun-filled activity programme at Kamp Kwena. Overnight at the resort. Day 13 Sun City After breakfast rest of the day at leisure on own to enjoy the activities at the resort. There s so much to do, see and experience at the Sun City Resort. Swing on two world-class golf courses, Unleash the adventurer with a variety of water sports, from jet skis to parasailing Or simply relax at the pool, or stretch out on the beach at the Valley of Waves, while the kids tire themselves out on the water slides and the little ones are treated to a fun-filled activity program at Kamp Kwena. Overnight at the resort. Day 14 Sun City Johannesburg After breakfast check out and depart for Johannesburg. Arrive at Johannesburg and check in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Johannesburg is the second largest city in Africa. With the multitude of places to see and fun things to do in Johannesburg, everyone is bound to find entertainment to suit their taste. There are more than 40 art galleries as well as a host of cultural institutes and studios in the city that can be visit. Those who are looking for something more 'upbeat' to do can visit one of the many nightlife hotspots, pubs to clubs and shebeens each venue promises a night to write home about. Johannesburg is also one of the premium shopping destinations in Africa. Overnight at the Hotel. Day 15 Depart Johannesburg After breakfast check out and transfer to the Johannesburg airport by Seat-in-coach for your return flight.

6 Scintillating South Africa 14 Nights / 15 Days Hotel Standard Hotel - 3* Nov Dec Jan 01 Feb 31 Mar Apr 01 May 31 Aug Sep Oct Package Cost per person in ZAR Single Twin Child Hotel Opted or Similar Places Standard Hotel - 3* Cape Town SunSquare Cape Town Mossel Bay Garden Court Mossel Bay Knysna The Graywood Hotel Pumba Private Game Reserve Water Lodge Durban Southern Sun Elangeni Sun City Sun City Cabanas Johannesburg Peermont Metcourt Hotel Tour price includes: 1. Accommodation at hotels as opted 2. Daily buffet breakfast. 4. All transfers & sightseeing with entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary on Seat in Coach basis. Tour price does not include: 1. Passport, visa charges, International Airfares & Airport taxes. 2. GOI Service Tax as applicable will be added to the final tour invoice. 3. Cost granted by the Reserve Bank of India under the Basic Travel Quota scheme. 4. Any increase in the rate of exchange, surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect, prior to departure. 5. Porterage, tips, insurance, laundry, wines, mineral water, telephone charges, optional tours and all items of personal nature and also food & drinks not forming part of the group menus. 6. Anything not specifically mentioned in Tour Price Includes box. Visa requirements: You must be in possession of a single entry South African visa. Visa charges will be applicable. Passport: To undertake the tour you must be in possession of a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of travel.

7 PLEASE NOTE: SUN CITY SHUTTLE: When passengers arrive at Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg), they need to proceed to the Magic Bus counter located on the ground floor of the coach departure terminal (directly behind the Intercontinental Airport Sun) until time of their departure The departure times from OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) to Sun City are: 07h00, 09h00, 12h00, *17h00. The departure times from Sun City to OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) are: *07h00, 10h00 12h00, 15h00, the early morning *07h00 from Sun City and late evening *17h00 to Sun City shuttle rates are surcharged. Passengers needing to be collected from or dropped off at a Sandton Hotel will be required to pay an additional connecting shuttle surcharge each way. They will be collected approximately 1 hour prior to the shuttle departure time. Tour Prices are valid from 1Nov 2015 to 31 Oct 2016, Rates are Subject to change without prior notice. Hotels / Flights / Itinerary / Routes are subject to change without notice. Subject to RBI / GOI regulations.