Cape Town: 10-Day Garden Route, Winelands & Cape Point Combo

Highlights

• Discover Cape Town, the Garden Route, and the Cape Winelands
• Enjoy free days to explore Cape Town's main attractions independently
• Visit Cape of Good Hope, Boulders Beach, and the African penguins
• Explore the Cango Caves area and experience a wildlife safari in Addo National Park
• Wine tasting at three or more Cape Winelands estates

Description

This 10-day tour combines Cape Town’s city highlights with natural attractions along the Garden Route, ideal for travellers seeking a blend of guided and independent exploration.

Days 1-2: Cape Town (Unguided)
Arrive and transfer to your accommodation. Use the included City Sightseeing bus pass to visit key sites like Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch Gardens, and the V&A Waterfront at your own pace.

Day 3: Cape Point (Guided)
Join a small group tour along Chapman’s Peak Drive. Visit Boulders Beach to see African penguins (optional entry fee applies) and explore Cape of Good Hope National Park’s natural environment.

Day 4: Cape Winelands Tour (Guided)
Tour the Cape Winelands region with wine tastings at a minimum of three estates and time to explore Franschhoek.

Day 5: Travel to Oudtshoorn (Guided)
Travel via Route 62 with a wine tasting stop en route. Oudtshoorn is known as the world’s ostrich capital.

Day 6: Cango Region & Addo (Guided)
Explore the Klein Karoo region. (Cango Caves are temporarily closed due to storm damage; a comparable alternative activity will be provided.) Continue to Addo, sampling local dishes such as bobotie and koeksisters. Enjoy a safari drive in Addo National Park.

Day 7: Addo & Jeffreys Bay (Guided)
Start with a morning safari in Addo Elephant National Park. Travel to Jeffreys Bay, South Africa’s surf capital, for optional surfing or beach horseback riding.

Day 8: Tsitsikamma Area (Guided)
Choose optional adventure activities like Bloukrans Bungy Jump or ziplining over waterfalls. Visit Knysna Heads and explore the Garden Route National Park.

Day 9: Wilderness Area (Guided)
Travel along the scenic coast with a safari stop near Mossel Bay. Return to Cape Town or Stellenbosch by evening.

Day 10: Free Day & Departure (Unguided)
Spend a free day in Cape Town. Optional activities include skydiving, shark cage diving, or extra wine tasting. An included transfer takes you to Cape Town International Airport for departure.

Includes

• Accommodation options: Book-your-own or 3-star stay
• Guided tours for Cape Point, the Garden Route, and Cape Winelands
• Selected meals as specified in the itinerary
• Transport by van or coach
• Entrance fees to national parks and attractions
• Safari drives in a private reserve and Addo Elephant National Park
• Wine tastings at multiple estates
• Cango Caves tour alternative activity until caves reopen (storm damage closure)

Excludes

• Optional activities listed in the itinerary
• Accommodation if choosing the 'Book Your Own Stay' option
• Meals not specified in the itinerary
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Optional accommodation bookable via the tour operator after payment

Important Information

• Accommodation may not be included; confirm your booking package with the tour consultant to select optional stays
• Total travel distance is approximately 2500 km
• Daily driving ranges from 200 to 500 km, approximately 4 to 6 hours
• Minimum age is 10 years
• Booking confirmation is required before arranging flights or additional accommodation
• Activity sequence or vehicle/guide variations may occur at management discretion
• Participants must be fit and disclose health conditions; consult your doctor before booking

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 2 days before departure for a full refund.

Book your tour early and bring suitable clothing for varied weather and outdoor activities. The best time to visit is during South Africa's spring and autumn months for mild temperatures and fewer crowds.