Paarl Wine and Cheese Tasting
Fairview is a popular stop on the Parma Wine Route, renowned not only for its top-quality wines but also for its wide variety of artisanal cow and goat cheeses.
Private small group tour along South Africa's Garden Route - 8 days and 7 nights
Cape Town and Vineyards, 8D Private tour
Cape Town Airport · Paarl · Oudtshoorn · Addo Elephant National Park · Tsitsikamma · Hermanus
8 days and 7 nightsCape Town International Airport Departures and Arrivals
Starting from $23,850 per personVery low barrier to entry, only 2 people are required to participate.
Private transportation throughoutPrivate vehicle and English-speaking guide for days 1-7
Star-rated accommodationIncludes 7 nights in a 4-star hotel and a generous breakfast.
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- Minimum number of participants required to form a group
- 2 people
- Price terms
- Prices are confirmed based on departure date, number of travelers, and room type.
Prices for private tours are subject to change based on departure date, number of travelers, room type, and availability. The final price will be confirmed by Travel Mama.
SOUTH AFRICA GARDEN ROUTE TOUR
Explore the world-famous Garden Route, and visit Par Winery, Kango Caves, and Addo Elephant Park.
This 8-day, 7-night private tour of South Africa's Garden Route and Western Cape will take you on an immersive experience of South Africa's stunning natural scenery and abundant wildlife! Starting with airport pickup at Cape Town International Airport, your private vehicle will take you to the renowned Paarl wine region of the Western Cape, where you'll visit Fairview Wine Estate and sample cheeses; traverse the Karoo region to visit the Oudtshoun Ostrich Farm and the magnificent Cango Caves; venture into Addo Elephant National Park to search for elephant, lion, and rhinoceros tracks; stroll through the pristine forests and suspension bridges of Tsitsikamma National Park; and finally, via Knisna and Cape Agulhas, arrive in Hermanus to experience the culinary delights and wines of the Paradise and Earth Wine Route. Stay in premium 4-star hotels throughout the trip, ensuring a worry-free and top-tier South African adventure!
Cape Town Airport Par Winery Ötzihoun (Kango Caves) Ado Elephant Park Zizikama Hermanus Cape Town Airport
The Cango Caves
Explore the underground wonders that feature over 80 magnificent caves stretching 5 kilometers deep into the mountains, with 1.2 kilometers of the route open to visitors.
Addo Elephant National Park
The 12,000-hectare national park is now home to more than 400 elephants, as well as buffalo, black rhinoceroses, various antelopes, and lions.
Tsitsikamma Primeval Forest Suspension Bridge
This pristine natural landscape stretches from the Outenichua Mountains to the coastal plateau, where you can hike through forests in search of unique plants and cross magnificent suspension bridges.
Included
- Minimum group size is 2 people
- 7 nights accommodation in 4-star hotels (Shared twin room)
- Arrival private transfer from Cape Town International Airport (Day 1)
- Private transportation throughout the tour (Day 1-7)
- Departure private transfer from Cape Town International Airport (Day 8)
- Operated with English-speaking local guide during the scheduled activities (Day 1-6)
- 7 Breakfasts
- All tickets and activities mentioned in the itinerary
Exclusions
- ✗ Tips and Luggage service
- ✗ Visas and travel insurance
- ✗ The airfare is not included
- ✗ Lunch and dinner (except for meals included in designated itineraries)
8-DAY ITINERARY
8-day, 7-night suggested itinerary
Actual transportation arrangements and tour times may be adjusted according to the departure date, local operating conditions, and traffic conditions.
Day 1
Arrival in Cape Town – Paarl
Welcome to South Africa! Upon arrival and completing entry formalities, your guide will meet you in the Arrivals Hall. You will then continue to your accommodation, situated in the picturesque wine lands of the Western Cape. Enjoy a Wine & Cheese tasting on Fairview's Wine Estate en route or after check-in (included). A range of local produce can be purchased directly from the farm, cheese and olive oil from the deli, fresh bread from the bakery and vino from the cellar. If you prefer dining indoors, you can follow up a wine tasting with a Mediterranean meal from the farm's Goatshed Restaurant (own expense).
Overnight in Paarl.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast (hotel)
Day 2
Par – Oudtshoorn
After an early breakfast, depart from Paarl and drive through the Winelands to the mighty Du Toits Kloof Mountains that are flanked by vineyards. On the other side of the mountains lies Worcester, which through its position is a centre of commerce and industries. The town offers many schools and institutions for children and adults with impairments, for example, the Institute for the Blind. The route continues along the Hex River Mountains and the Langeberg Mountains through the fertile Breede River wine lands to Robertson, Ashton and Montagu, a quaint little town with a number of National Monuments. It is an ideal stop for a stroll and some refreshments. Montagu is also a centre of the apricot and peach industry and well known for its sweet Muscadel wines. Pass the small town Barrydale and drive to Ladysmith. Towering above the town is the landmark Towerkop. It is said that the top was split by the broom of an angry witch as she fled over the mountain peak. You continue through the Little Karoo, drive over the Huisriver to Calitzdorp, the capital of the local South African Port wine industry and onto Oudtshoorn. Late afternoon visit the famous Safari Ostrich Farm, where you enjoy a guided tour of the farm. Safari Ostrich Farm is a working farm where visitors see large flocks of ostriches. The tour informs about the life and behaviour of these large birds, from egg to adult bird. Depending on the season, one sees breeding pairs, eggs in incubators, hatching chicks and little ones of various ages. The tour also covers information about a different type of ostrich feathers and the processing of ostrich skins is showing the different parts of the skin and their use.
Overnight in Oudtshoorn.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
Day 3
Oudtshun – Sunday's River Valley
After breakfast, enjoy a tour of the famous Cango Caves at around 10:00 in the morning. The Great Hall is more than 107 meters in diameter, 16 meters high and displays various stalagmites and stalactites. Thereafter and weather permitting we take the stunning route via Meeringspoort Pass towards Port Elizabeth and Addo Elephant National Park. Arrive late afternoon, check-in and prepare for dinner (not included).
Overnight in Sundays River Valley.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
Day 4
SUNDAYS RIVER VALLEY – ADDO N. PARK – SUNDAYS RIVER VALLEY (40km – 30min)
Indulge in a tasty breakfast at the hotel. Today we will travel to Addo Elephant National Park for a game drive in our touring vehicle. Addo Elephant National Park stretches over 12.000 hectares between the Zuurberg Mountains and the Sunday River. It was established in 1931 to save the last Cape Elephants from extinction. Today it is home to more than 400 elephants as well as buffalo, kudu, black rhino, various antelopes and lions. Visitors can also see the dung beetle, which has become a rare sight. Animals can be viewed along circular routes in their natural surroundings and at various water holes. Visitors can participate in guided game drives in open 4x4 vehicles.
Overnight in Sundays River Valley.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
Day 5
Sunday Valley – Knysna
After breakfast at the hotel, we leave Greater Addo towards Knysna. After breakfast, we leave Greater Addo towards Knysna. On the way, we will stop at Tsitsikamma National Park, which is part of the Garden Route National Park and take a leisurely walk to its suspension bridge (weather permitting). Breath-taking views reward you for the approximate 30 minutes walk. A walk, leading from the parking area through lush forest to a hanging bridge, offers spectacular views over Storms River Mouth.
Overnight in Knysna.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
Day 6
KNYSNA – CAPE SOUTH COAST (365km – 4.5hrs)
Have breakfast at the hotel and enjoy a day at leisure. We recommend enjoying the Featherbed John Benn cruise on the famous Knysna Lagoon (not included, payable on the spot). The John Benn is a double-decker floating restaurant offering daily Lagoon cruises to the Knysna Heads. The John Benn is a fully enclosed luxury ferry, beautifully appointed with her upper and lower decks constructed from Yellowwood sourced from the Knysna Forest. This legendary floating restaurant is for eating, drinking and having fun! In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the hotel in Cape South Coast. In the afternoon, continue your journey along the Garden Route towards Cape Agulhas.
Overnight in Cape South Coast.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
Day 7
Southern Cape Coast – Hermanus
Indulge in a leisurely breakfast at the hotel and travel via Cape Agulhas to Hermanus today. Cape Agulhas, the southernmost point of the African continent has received its name from Portuguese seafarers. It is derived from the word “needle” and refers to sharp cliffs just off the coast. Cape Agulhas is the point where the Indian Ocean meets the Atlantic Ocean. One of Hermanus best-kept secrets must be its Hemel en Aarde Wine Route-Creation Wines offers exciting wine pairing with excellent food, an opportunity not to be missed (included). Thereafter check into your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. The lighthouse reaches 60 kilometres and is still guiding ships. It houses the only lighthouse museum in South Africa.
Overnight in Hermanus.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
Day 8
HERMANUS – DEPARTURE CAPE TOWN (100km – 1.5hr)
All good things come to an end and our journey ends today in Hermanus. Hop on the transfer back to Cape Town to return your car and catch your flight back home. We look forward to welcoming you back to Southern Africa!
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
Stay in South Africa
Accommodation Reference
We have carefully selected premium 4-star hotels along the Garden Route and Western Cape for you to enjoy a comfortable rest after exploring nature and wildlife. Actual occupancy is subject to availability.
South Africa
Selected 4-star hotels along the South Africa route (7 nights)
- Double rooms in high-quality 4-star hotels in Par, Oudtshun, Sunday Valley, Knisner, Southern Cape Coast, Hermanus, etc.
Precautions and Frequently Asked Questions
- The activities include: All activities specified in the itinerary: Wine and cheese tasting at Fairview Wine Estate (Day 1); Wine tasting and cellar tour (en route), visit to a safari ostrich farm (Day 2); Kango Caves (Day 3); Addo Elephant National Park (Day 4); Tsitsikamma National Park (Day 5); Cape Agulhas, wine and food pairing at a creative winery (Day 7) #
- Room type description: Registration for a triple room requires consultation and will be determined based on the actual situation.
- Flight and time recommendations: On Day 1, we recommend arriving in the morning or around noon. On Day 8, if you choose to participate in optional activities, we recommend departing after 6:00 PM. If you have not booked optional activities, we recommend departing after 12:00 PM.
- Safety and Rights: We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical issues, or safety reasons. Early check-in, late check-out, connecting rooms, or adjacent rooms are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
- Health and Medical Care: Please consult your doctor for advice regarding vaccination and malaria prevention.
- National Park Agreement: A compensation agreement must be signed upon entering a South African national park. For more information on this regulation and the parks, please visit the official SANPARKS website: www.sanparks.org.
- Guidelines for accompanying children: Parents traveling with children will be required to provide complete birth certificates for all children traveling with them (including details of the child's father and mother). This applies even if both parents are traveling with the child. When a child is traveling with a guardian, those adults must present a sworn statement from the parents confirming their permission for the child to travel. The above regulations apply to foreigners and South Africans traveling to and from South Africa, as well as transit passengers.
- What do I need to bring? Comfortable and lightweight clothing is best for traveling in South Africa. When visiting temples, religious or official buildings, tourists should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, skirts or revealing clothing. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hats and mosquito repellent will be very useful during your stay.
- Tour Code: KEU – 622122
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