Self-Drive: Western Cape, Winelands and the Garden Route
15 days from £1635 per person
Discover the beauty of South Africa at your own leisure as you embark on your own self-drive adventure. From the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town and the breath-taking scenery along the iconic Garden route, to searching for gentle giants in Addo’s Elephant Park, this itinerary enables you to experience the diversity of South Africa. A self-drive adventure in South Africa provides you with the flexibility and freedom to explore the country at your own pace. You drive on the left in South Africa, with roads that are well sign-posted in English and relatively quiet outside of the city. Gaze out the window as you take in mountainous backdrops, pass pretty towns and breathe in the fresh sea air as you journey along arguably one of the most the picturesque coastlines in the world, the Garden Route.
Route: Cape Town – Stellenbosch – Hermanus – Knysna – Addo Elephant Park – Port Elizabeth
Itinerary Highlights
From cosmopolitan Cape Town, soak up the scenery of the Cape Peninsular as you drive down to Cape Point where you’ll be met with a blend of mountain peaks and crashing ocean waves.
Hermanus is a welcoming coastal town where between June and November southern whales swim close to the shore, a fantastic sight to see from land or boat.
Located in the heart of the Garden Route, Knysna is synonymous with oysters and outdoor activities. A relaxed town with a lively harbour offering a great spread of restaurants and bars.
Itinerary: Self-Drive: Western Cape, Winelands and the Garden Route
Accommodation in Cape Town: SunSquare Cape Town Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Cape Town: SunSquare Cape Town Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Cape Town: SunSquare Cape Town Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Cape Town: SunSquare Cape Town Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Stellenbosch: River Manor Boutique Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Stellenbosch: River Manor Boutique Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Hermanus: Windsor Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Hermanus: Windsor Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Knysna: Graywood Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Knysna: Graywood Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Addo National Park: De Old Drift Guest House (or similar)
Accommodation in Addo National Park: De Old Drift Guest House (or similar)
**KEY: N = No meals, B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
What's included
- International flights from the UK
- Hotel accommodation and taxes
- Car hire as specified
What's not included
- Cost of visas
- Travel Insurance
- Expenses of a personal nature
- Meals unless specified
Guide to Price
The above price is based on two people travelling together and sharing accommodation in low season. The price is only a guide and can vary according to selected airlines, hotels and date of travel. If you wish to travel with your family, friends or on your own we will be very happy to assist you with your arrangements.
