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Franschhoek, South Africa
Franschhoek, South Africa
Franschhoek, South AfricaCape Town, South Africa

Grape Escape

South Africa

11 days from £1,630pp Inc. international flights

Starting in Cape Town, visit Table Mountain, Robben Island and the V&A Waterfront, followed by a few days relaxing in the Winelands sampling fine wines.

Tailoring your trip

This itinerary is designed to give you a flavour of what is possible

  • We can tailor this trip to suit your specific requirements
  • Any aspect of the itinerary can be altered, from excursions to accommodation

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Itinerary Route Map - 11 Days

Franschhoek, South AfricaFranschhoek, South AfricaCape Town, South Africa

Our Tailor-made suggestions for this itinerary are:

  • Fly up to Madikwe for a malaria-free safari searching for lion, elephant, rhino, wild dog and more.
  • Between July and November, spend a few days in Hermanus to watch the migrating southern right whales come close to shore.
  • Drive north to the Cederberg Mountains to explore this unspoilt region.

Highlights of this itinerary

  • Enjoy the museums, restaurants and shops of Cape Town.
  • Take a cablecar up to the top of Table Mountain for views of the city below.
  • Visit Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned during apartheid.
  • Explore the superb wine estates of Franschhoek and neighbouring valleys.
  • Indulge in fine food to accompany the great wines of Franschhoek in one of the many restaurants.

Day by Day

Day 1London

Fly overnight to Cape Town.

Day 2Cape Town

On arrival you will be met by our representatives and given a welcome pack with hotel vouchers and information about your trip. You will be transferred into Cape Town to your guesthouse, where you can relax for the rest of the day. If you wish to go out to explore, the V&A Waterfront is a good option, with an array of shops and restaurants.

Day 3Cape Town

There is plenty to do in Cape Town, depending on your interests, including some fantastic museums. A hop-on, hop-off bus is a good way to see the main sights, and explore at your leisure.

Day 4Cape Town

A half day trip to Robben Island is highly recommended. This is where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned during apartheid and offers an interesting account of the apartheid era.

Day 5Cape Town

When the clouds have rolled off the mountain, do take a trip up Table Mountain by cablecar one morning or afternoon. The views are spectacular, and this is an experience not to be missed!

Day 6Cape Town - Franschhoek

Your hire car will be dropped off this morning and you will then set off on your drive to Franschhoek in the Winelands, a journey of a couple of hours. Settle into your accommodation and then take a stroll into this quaint town to enjoy the cafes, art galleries and restaurants.

Day 7Franschhoek

Spend your time in the Winelands either exploring the wine estates independently, or booking a guided tour.

Day 8Franschhoek

This area is steeped in history, dating back to the Huguenot refugees who moved to South Africa to escape persecution in France in the 17th Century. There is a memorial to the Huguenots in Franschhoek, as well as a small museum - well worth a visit if you are interested in history.

Day 9Franschhoek

The Winelands are known as the gourmet capital of South Africa, boasting some of the best restaurants in the country as well as small delis, charming cafes and bistros. We will be glad to recommend our favourites and prebook them for you before you arrive.

Day 10Franschhoek - Cape Town

Today you can have a leisurely drive back to Cape Town and in the early evening make your way to the airport to drop off your car. From here, fly back to London Heathrow overnight.

Day 11London

Arrive in the UK.

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