A self-drive travel proposal that allows you to choose the hotels, car, and services you prefer. No services are included: you can also modify the stops and the number of nights as you wish. The hotels and visits mentioned in the itinerary are just a suggestion. Multiple itineraries can be combined, adding domestic flights where necessary.
Itinerary
Giorno 1 — Cape Town
Free day, we recommend visiting Cape Town, Discovered in 1652 by the Dutch, who used it as a supply base for their ships bound for the East, Cape Town is now considered one of the most multifaceted cities in the world. It is dominated by landscapes of extraordinary beauty, where sea, mountains and countryside merge into a unique whole that leaves everyone speechless.
The tour begins at Table Mountain, which offers a magnificent view of the city. However, the ascent by cable car is subject to weather conditions; moreover, between July and August, the facility is closed for annual maintenance. Alternatively, you can climb Signal Hill and then continue with an orientation tour of the city.,
Giorno 2 — Cape Town
Free day, Cape Town is located on a spectacular mountainous peninsula that extends into the ocean. From the city, you can follow the Atlantic coast through the suburbs, beaches, and the Twelve Apostles promontory. In Hout Bay, you can embark on a cruise to Seal Island, an island inhabited by hundreds of Cape fur seals and cormorants. Then, you can drive along Chapman's Peak Drive, which with its 114 curves in 9 km is one of the most spectacular coastal roads in the world (subject to closure in bad weather). You will arrive at Cape Point, the famous Cape of Good Hope, the extreme tip of the peninsula where the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian Ocean meet. The first land you encounter south of the Cape is Antarctica; you can reach it by cable car. You will then reach Simon's Town for a seafood lunch. Visit the nearby Boulders Beach to see the rare African penguins, which are at risk of extinction., we recommend visiting Penisola del Capo, we recommend visiting,
Giorno 3 — Cape Town
Free day, South Africa has long been a renowned producer of quality wines, especially in the Winelands area, literally "the lands of wine". The plateau, which extends from Cape Town inland and gradually rises in altitude, is a renowned wine region, considered by experts to be the best in South Africa. The magnificent mountain ranges that surround Stellenbosch and Franschhoek contribute to creating an ideal microclimate for vineyards. The first colonial settlements in this region date back to the second half of the 17th century, when the Dutch founded Stellenbosch and the French Huguenots settled in Franschhoek. Both of these cities are rightly proud of their young and innovative chefs, many of whom work at the wineries, and in recent years the region has become the driving force behind South African cuisine. Although it has long been overshadowed by the two nearby cities, the emerging Paarl deserves to be visited. Within a radius of 60 km from Cape Town, in the valleys and on the hills, the traditional Cape Dutch architecture of the Dutch settlers is in perfect harmony with the natural environment. To fully experience the Winelands, with its 600 wineries, the refined gastronomic tradition imported from Europe and enriched by local flavors, luxurious cottages and elegant boutique hotels scattered among the vineyards and the cities of Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, and Paarl, it is recommended to stay at least one night.,
Giorno 4 — Cape Town
Free day, Hermanus is a city in the Western Cape famous for whale watching in Walker Bay, especially between July and October. Occasionally, Humpback, Bryde's, and Minke whales can be seen, but the bay is mainly frequented by Southern Right whales. The best viewing points are the cement paths that run along the cliff from New Harbour to Grotto Beach. There are explanatory signs at three of the best observation points - Gearing's Point, Die Gang, and Bientang's Cave. In Hermanus, you can also find the Fernkloof Nature Reserve, which has over 1600 different plant species. It is worth taking a walk in the Fernkloof or Vogelgat reserves for the beautiful panoramic views they offer. Along the famous Cliff Path, Hermanus' most famous trail, you can follow the wild coast to Grotto Beach (12 km), between the sea and the mountains. It is also possible to join organized walks. In the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, there are many visitable vineyards and the picturesque villages of Arniston, Stanford, and Elim.,
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Giorno 5 — Cape Town → Sun City
I fly to ., transfer to by private car, A surreal and curious spectacle, the Sun City complex is located in the calm savannah that surrounds it, but inside you will find plenty of dynamic and exuberant entertainment, unique style hotels, gambling, golf, and a water park. This complex is composed of four hotels, the most unusual and interesting of which is the Palace of the Lost City; the structure creates the illusion of being in an ancient civilization through its unmistakable design and architecture. Additionally, you will also find the Valley of Waves - a water park complete with an artificial beach and thrilling slides.,
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Giorno 6 — Sun City → Madikwe Game Reserve
Transfer to by private car, Approximately 120-150 km northwest of Pilanesberg, the Madikwe Game Reserve was once a semi-abandoned territory due to the impracticability of agricultural activities, and was designated by the South African government as a nature reserve. In 1992, a process of reintroducing wildlife began, and now the reserve is home to over 60 species of mammals, including elephants, buffalos, black and white rhinos, lions, cheetahs, and the increasingly threatened wild dogs. The reserve, publicly owned but managed as a private reserve, is now considered one of the most successful nature conservation projects in Africa. Madikwe, which now covers an area of 750 sq km, is home to around thirty lodges, almost all of which are of a high to medium-high standard in terms of service and the type of experience offered, similar to the private reserves in the Greater Kruger area. To reach Madikwe by car from Johannesburg, particularly from OR Tambo International Airport, it takes at least five and a half hours, considering the traffic on Johannesburg's freeways. To arrive in time for the afternoon safari, it is necessary to leave no later than eight or eight-thirty in the morning, staying overnight in Johannesburg the night before.,
Giorno 7 — Madikwe Game Reserve
Day of photosafari in the park,
Giorno 8 — Madikwe Game Reserve
Return to with private car,
Starts from
7 days / 3 nights - from Cape Town to Madikwe Game Reserve,