Guided Touring in South Africa's Cape & Garden Route

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One of the world’s most spectacular settings at the tip of Africa, the extraordinary landscapes of the Cape and the Garden Route offer a wonderful region for walking with mountain and ocean views, wildlife, history and culture.

Stay 4 nights in Cape Town, including a walk on Table Mountain and a visit to Robben island, then head into the scenic countryside of the Swartberg and down to the coastal Garden Route before finishing with a classic African game experience.

Based on guest feedback, this holiday won our Best Worldwide holiday 2011 award, sharing 1st place with South Africa: Drakensberg & Zululand

Holiday highlights

• Walks on spectacular Table Mountain for probably the world’s finest city and harbour views
• Different sides of Cape Town – Kirstenbosch botanical gardens, Robben Island, the city
• Mediterranean climate ideal for walks in beautiful settings
• Wonderful hotels, guesthouses and lodges with local character and excellent standards
• Delicious South African food and hospitality, including a traditional country braai, a picnic at the botanical gardens, and wine tasting
• Walk on the Cape of Good Hope, with its soaring cliffs and unusual wildlife
• Elephants, giraffes, big cats and other African wildlife at the Kareiga Game Lodge

Price includes

• 10 nights’ accommodation in en-suite rooms
• Full Board from lunch on day 2 to breakfast on departure
• A full programme of guided walks led by a local tour director, local guides and an HF Holidays leader
• All sightseeing and entrance fees
• Travel by air-conditioned coach/minivan