7 Nights Route 62 the Garden route and the Winelands
Self Drive
GBP 799 pp Valid 15 Jan – 31 Mar
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The best of Cape Town and the stunning Garden Route and the winelands, following
South Africa’s classic drive along route 62. A few of the highlights
you can enjoy include an ostrich ride at Oudtshoorn, oysters at Knysna and
and the Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe narrow guage steam train near Knysna.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrive Cape Town
On arrival at Cape Town Airport, you are met and assisted to collect
your vehicle and head into Cape Town.
Day 2: Cape Town
Day at Leisure to spend exploring the 'Mother City' at your leisure.
We suggest a visit to the V&A Waterfront, Two Oceans Aquarium,
or take a Cable Car ride up Table Mountain.
Day 3: Cape Town - Knysna
This morning set off past Mossel Bay, George and on to Knysna, along
the Garden Route, well-known for its lush green countryside, endless
stretches of beach, rocky shorelines, lakes, winding rivers and mountain
passes. Knysna is one of the Southern Cape coasts best known holiday
destinations, situated between lush forests and the shores of the
peaceful lagoon. It offers many activities and attractions of a wide
variety. The most well-known attraction being the 'Heads', two great
sandstone cliffs guarding the mouth of the lagoon which connects the
estuary with the sea.
Day 4: Knysna
This morning we recommend a ride on the Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe (steam
train), which travels between the towns of Knysna and George, as well
as a cruise on the Knysna lagoon with a visit to the Featherbed Nature
Reserve.
Day 5: Knysna - Calizdorp
Drive through the spectacular Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn, known
as the 'feather capital of the world', because of its large ostrich
industry. View the magnificent Cango Caves, an astounding natural
wonder, before continuing on to Calitzdorp, the Port wine capital
of South Africa.
Day 6: Calizdrop – Montague
Follow 'Route 62', one of the most beautiful travel routes in South
Africa, as well as one of the least known and least travelled ones,
making your way through the Huisrivier Pass, Ladismith, Barrydale
and on to the romantic village of Montagu. Historically known as the
entrance to the Klein (Little) Karoo, Montagu's attractions include
orchards, vineyards and natural hot springs.
Day 7: Montague - Stellenbosch
Travel through spectacular mountain passes, via Robertson, Worcester
and Franschhoek. Travel to Stellenbosch, the second oldest town in
South Africa, meandering along the wine route. Stop at a few selected
wine estates to sample some of the wine produced in this area.
Day 8: Stellenbosch - Cape Town
Spend the morning at leisure before returning to Cape Town International
Airport for your onward journey.