Jewels of South Africa

Jewels of South Africa

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Jewels of South Africa

11 Days Starting in Johannesburg, South Africa and ending in Cape Town, South Africa

Visiting: Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Kruger National Park, Cape Town

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Tour code:

IndTur329

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 22

Physical rating:

EASY

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Luxury, Safari Tours

Activities:

Boat/Cruise Excursion

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NB: Prices correct on 10-Oct-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey with the "Jewels of South Africa" tour, exploring the vibrant cities and breathtaking landscapes of South Africa and Zimbabwe. Begin in Johannesburg, the former home of Nelson Mandela, before marveling at the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. Experience the thrill of a Zambezi River cruise, spotting hippos and crocodiles, and enjoy a safari drive through Kruger National Park to see Africa's Big Five. Conclude your adventure in Cape Town, uncovering its natural beauty and iconic attractions. Travel in comfort with deluxe air-conditioned vehicles and regional flights, and enjoy superior accommodations and guided tours throughout this luxurious and culturally rich expedition.

Highlights

  • Visit Johannesburg, the world's largest "dry spot" and former home of Nelson Mandela

  • Admire the beauty of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World

  • See hippos, alligators, and many species of wildlife with a cruise on the Zambezi River

  • Spot Africa's Big Five with an exhilarating safari drive through Kruger National Park

  • Uncover the natural beauty and legendary attractions of Cape Town

Itinerary

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Day 1: Johannesburg (Arrival)

Location: Johannesburg

Accommodation Name: hotel

Welcome to Johannesburg! Upon arrival, you will be met and assisted to your shuttle transfer to the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to rest or to explore.




Overnight in Johannesburg

Day 2: Johannesburg - Victoria Falls (B/-/-)

Location: Victoria Falls

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, ride the shuttle back to the airport where you will board your flight to Victoria Falls. Spend the day at leisure or perhaps join one of the following optional tours. Upon arrival at Victoria Falls, guests will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel. Later this afternoon, go on a sunset cruise, geared to showcase magnificent sunset while you sip a sundowner and enjoy light snacks. This is an ideal way to watch the African landscape transform into breathtaking hues. Cruising along the Zambezi River is an experience that will create long-lasting memories with sightings of hippos, crocodiles, and any other species that gather on the banks to quench their thirst. Where there is water there is life. Discovering a wild, untamed landscape from the comfort of your boat is a must-see experience in this magical country.




Overnight in Victoria Falls

Day 3: Victoria Falls (B/-/-)

Location: Victoria Falls

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will enjoy a guided tour along the breathtaking Victoria Falls. Discovering these extraordinary nature reserves and unparalleled beauty. Locally referred to as Mosi-oa-Tunya (the smoke that thunders), tons of water plunge over a chasm that is nearly 2km wide. The waterfalls more than 100m to the Zambezi River below. The shower of spray and the thunderous sound of the water can be heard from miles around. This tour will take you to the most breathtaking viewpoints of this iconic waterfall, one of the seven wonders of the world, and will help you soak up the powerful and enigmatic atmosphere of Victoria Falls.




Overnight in Victoria Falls

Day 4: Victoria Falls (B/-/-)

Location: Victoria Falls

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Spend the day at leisure or perhaps join one of the following optional tours.




Overnight in Victoria Falls

Day 5: Victoria Falls - Johannesburg (B/-/-)

Location: Johannesburg

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Victoria Falls Airport for your flight back to Johannesburg. Upon arrival in Johannesburg, take the shuttle transfer service to the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to rest or to explore.




Overnight in Johannesburg

Day 6: Johannesburg - Kruger National Park (B/-/D)

Location: Kruger National Park

Accommodation Name: safari lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning you will depart overland for Kruger National Park. Arrive at your safari lodge in the afternoon. Spend the rest of the day at leisure before you prepare for a scrumptious dinner.




Overnight in Kruger National Park

Day 7: Kruger National Park (B/-/D)

Location: Kruger National Park

Accommodation Name: safari lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today, get ready for a full-day game viewing experience by 4x4 vehicle. Go out in search of Africas most incredible animals and hopefully complete the goal of seeing the Big 5 Animals — the lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo. Learn more about the animals and the environment they live in. This evening, enjoy a tasty dinner and perhaps indulge in some stargazing.




Overnight in Kruger National Park

Day 8: Kruger National Park - Johannesburg - Cape Town (B/-/-)

Location: Cape Town

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, you will be driven back to the Johannesburg Airport for your flight to Cape Town. Upon arrival in Cape Town go on a city orientation tour en-route to your hotel.




Overnight in Cape Town

Day 9: Cape Town (B/-/-)

Location: Cape Town

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Spend the day at leisure or perhaps join one of the following optional tours.




Overnight in Cape Town

Day 10: Cape Town (B/-/D)

Location: Cape Town

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Spend the day at leisure or perhaps join one of the following optional tours.



Tonight, enjoy a special dinner at the Gold Restaurant. Gold Restaurant is often referred to as a taste safari and thats exactly what it is. This vibrant restaurant promises an evening of wining and dining in scintillating African style. The dinner begins with the drumbeat of the djembe drum and an interactive drum circle and you will then be lead into a courtyard where you will ceremoniously wash your hands before the feast begins. This 14 course set menu is authentically Cape Malay and African cuisine, while you are entertained by live performances near your table. Gold restaurant inspires and immerses you into the spirit of Africa while you savour delicious cuisine.




Overnight in Cape Town

Day 11: Cape Town (Departure) - (B/-/-)

Location: Cape Town

Meals Included: Breakfast

Take the shuttle service from the hotel to the airport for your flight back to home.

What's Included

  • 10 nights accommodation

    10 nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar.

  • Daily buffet breakfast

    Daily buffet breakfast is included.

  • Dinners in Kruger

    02 dinners in the Game Lodge at Kruger.

  • Dinner at Gold Restaurant

    01 dinner at the Gold Restaurant in Cape Town.

  • Arrival and departure transfers

    Arrival and departure transfers are included.

  • Deluxe air-conditioned vehicle

    Transportation in a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle.

  • Professional local guides

    Services of professional English-speaking local guides.

  • Entrance fees

    Entrance fees as per the itinerary.

  • Regional flights

    Regional flights: Johannesburg - Victoria Falls – Johannesburg and Johannesburg – Cape Town.

  • Local applicable taxes

    All local applicable taxes are included.

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What's Not Included

  • Personal items, tips, and gratuities

    Items of a personal nature, tips, and gratuities are not included.

  • Optional excursions

    Optional excursions are not included.

  • Visa fees

    Visa fees, if applicable, are not included.

  • Transfers for land-only passengers

    Arrival and departure transfers for land-only passengers are not included.

  • Unmentioned items

    Items not mentioned as included are excluded.

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with deluxe air-conditioned vehicles, regional flights between Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, and Cape Town, and shuttle transfers for airport arrivals and departures.

Accommodation

Enjoy 10 nights of superior accommodation on a twin-sharing basis, including stays in Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Kruger National Park, and Cape Town.

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Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides transportation in deluxe air-conditioned vehicles, regional flights between Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, and Cape Town, and shuttle transfers for airport arrivals and departures.

  • What type of accommodation is included in the tour?

    The tour includes 10 nights of superior accommodation on a twin-sharing basis, with stays in Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Kruger National Park, and Cape Town.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, daily buffet breakfast is included, along with two dinners in the Game Lodge at Kruger National Park and one dinner at the Gold Restaurant in Cape Town.

  • What activities are included at Victoria Falls?

    At Victoria Falls, you will enjoy a guided tour along the breathtaking falls and a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, where you can see hippos, crocodiles, and other wildlife.

  • What can I expect during the safari in Kruger National Park?

    During the safari in Kruger National Park, you will have a full-day game viewing experience by 4x4 vehicle, aiming to see Africa's Big Five: lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo. You will also enjoy dinners at the safari lodge.

  • What is special about the dinner at Gold Restaurant in Cape Town?

    The dinner at Gold Restaurant in Cape Town is a 14-course set menu featuring Cape Malay and African cuisine. The evening includes an interactive drum circle, hand-washing ceremony, and live performances, providing an immersive African cultural experience.

  • Are there any optional tours available during the trip?

    Yes, there are optional tours available during your leisure days in Victoria Falls and Cape Town. These optional excursions are not included in the tour package.

  • Are airport transfers included in the tour package?

    Yes, arrival and departure transfers are included for passengers who book the full tour package. However, transfers for land-only passengers are not included.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?

    In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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