The Enchanting South
South Africa
18 days / 17 nights
Multi Centre Holiday
Guide Price €8,629 per person (based on 2 adults sharing)
Multi Centre Holiday
Duration: 18 days/17 nights
This Southern Africa adventure showcases the fascinating natural and cultural diversity of the region. From cities to safaris, hidden gems to vast wildernesses, waterfalls to savannahs, this itinerary promises to thrill and enchant, as well as teaching you about the wonders on offer.
- Discover the vibrancy of Cape Town
- Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Cape Winelands
- Journey on the renowned Rovos Rail
- Marvel at the spectacular Victoria Falls
from €8,629
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Itinerary
Day 1 Fly to Cape Town, South Africa
Day 2 Cape Town Welcome to Cape Town
From sandy coastal bays and vibrant gardens to fabulous restaurants, shops and bars, this buzzing city has it all. Don’t miss the lively V&A Waterfront and trendy Camps Bay.
Days 3-4 Cape Town
Head out on tour to Cape Point and the peninsula to visit the region’s most popular resident on the penguin patrolled beaches. Continue on a scenic drive around Chapman’s Peak coastal road and soak up the spectacular views.
Days 5-6 Cape Town to Franschhoek
This morning, transfer to the heart of the wine country and spend the afternoon exploring the boutique shops and cafés. The next day, leisurely hop between beautiful wine estates sampling fine wines paired with breathtaking scenery on the Franschhoek Wine Tram experience.
Days 7-8 Franschhoek to Johannesburg
Transfer back to Cape Town for your flight to Johannesburg. Spend the next couple of days in ‘The City of Gold’ and learn about South Africa’s most famed township on the Soweto Township Tour, which includes a visit to the Nelson Mandela House Museum.
Days 9-12 Rovos Rail
An unforgettable few days lie ahead, as you transfer to Pretoria and board Rovos Rail this morning. Sit back, relax and enjoy lunch as you leave the city behind and travel north through Warmbaths, crossing the Tropic of Capricorn. Continue through the wilds of Zimbabwe before the train journeys along one of Africa’s longest stretches of straight line before arriving at Hwange National Park where you’ll depart the train for a thrilling game drive.
Days 13-14 Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
After a final night on board, enjoy breakfast before the journey comes to an end at stunning Victoria Falls. In the evening, enjoy a Ra-Ikane Zambezi River Sunset Cruise and look out for hippos.
Days 15-16 Victoria Falls to Chobe NP, Botswana
This morning you will have a guided tour to see ‘the smoke that thunders’ up close before heading to Chobe National Park, where you will embark on both land and water-based game drives.
Days 17-18 Transfer to Kasane and fly home
If time permits, enjoy one last morning game drive in Chobe before taking a transfer to Kasane airport for your onward flight home.
Additional Options: Why not make the most of your holiday and add a stay in the iconic Kruger National Park for a different safari perspective? Known as ‘big cat country’, Kruger offers world-class game viewing and the utmost in luxurious lodge accommodation. With direct flights to Hoedspruit from Cape Town and Johannesburg, adding Kruger into your itinerary could not be easier. Please ask your Trailfinders travel consultant for more details.
Departs: Selected departures, Jan - Dec
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Price & Inclusions
- Flights
- 9 nights 4★ to 5★ hotels
- Cape Point & Peninsula Tour
- Franschhoek Wine Tram
- Soweto Township Tour
- 4 nights on board Rovos Rail in a Pullman Suite incl selected alcoholic drinks
- Ra-Ikane Zambezi River Sunset Cruise
- Tour of the Falls
- 3 day shared safari incl 2 nights 3★+ lodges, shared transport & guides, shared game drives, activities/excursions, all park fees
- 27 meals
- Private transfers
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The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/08/2026 to 31/12/2027. For holiday guide price terms and conditions, click here.
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