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Enquire now » The view from Birkenhead House, Whale Route, South Africa
Enquire now » Beautiful bedroom at La Residence
Enquire now » The Franschhoek Valley
Enquire now » Birkenhead House's spectacular cliff top setting
Enquire now » The Mount Nelson at night
Enquire now » Whale with her calf in the clear blue waters
Enquire now » The Plettenberg's breathtaking cliff top position
Enquire now » Dozing lioness at Shamwari
Enquire now » Luxury suite at Shamwari Eagle's Crag
Enquire now » On a morning game drive with a male lion
Enquire now » Each suite at Shamwari Eagle's Crage has its own private plunge pool

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Highlights

Explore Cape Town at your own leisure - there are plenty of attractions.
Sample the very best of the Cape winelands from the luxury of La Residence.

View the migratory whales from the Cliff top deck at Birkenhead House.
Big Five game viewing at Shamwari Game Reserve.

The Journey

This trip is the perfect honeymoon in South Africa combining luxurious accommodation with a variety of different locations and experiences. This trip will take you from South Africa's cosmopolitan 'Mother City' Cape Town, right through to a Big Five Safari experience via the stunning Cape Winelands and the picturesque beauty of the Garden Route.

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Itinerary

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Day 1 - 5 - Mount Nelson ,Cape Town

Itinerary
On arrival in Cape Town, you will be met and transferred to the Mount Nelson Hotel. Located in sprawling grounds underneath Table Mountain, the Mount Nelson is a Cape Town institution and a great base from which to explore South Africa's Mother City. Spend four-nights here.

Accommodation
Mount Nelson »
Cape Town’s most famous hotel, the Mount Nelson is an urban sanctuary set in beautiful gardens on the lower slopes of Table Mountain. The hotel offers an oasis of stylish sophistication, privacy and tranquility within close proximity to the V&A Waterfront and Cape Town's best beaches.
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Day 5 - 7 - La Residence, Franschhoek

Itinerary
This morning, head out of Cape Town and into the beautiful Cape winelands for a two-night stay in the delightful town of Franschhoek. Spend two-nights at the luxurious La Residence boutique hotel sampling the fine wines and food that this region is famous for.

Accommodation
La Residence »
Tucked away in the tranquil vineyards of the Franschoek Valley, the private wine and olive Estate of Domaines des Anges paints the stunning backdrop to the secluded retreat known as La Residence. Designed along the lines of a French Country Château, La Residence offers luxuriously furnished suites.
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Day 7 - 9 - Birkenhead House, Hermanus

Itinerary
Today, make your way over the spectacular Franschhoek pass and on down to the coastal town of Hermanus for a two-night stay in the luxury of Birkenhead House. Hermanus is world-famous for its land based whale watching in season (June-December).

Accommodation
Birkenhead House »
Perched high on the cliffs of Hermanus, overlooking the whale watchers’ paradise of Walker Bay, is the regal and elite Birkenhead House. Accommodating guests in the utmost luxury, this is the perfect destination for those seeking the pinnacle of seaside living
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Day 9 - 12 - The Plettenberg, Plettenberg Bay

Itinerary
This morning, make your way along the Garden Route Coast as far as Plettenberg Bay, where you will spend three-nights at The Plettenberg. Relax here in picturesque seaside town and explore this dramatic region.

Accommodation
The Plettenberg »
The Plettenberg, a 5 star Relais & Chateaux Hotel built on a rocky headland with breathtaking vistas of the sea, mountains and miles of golden sand in one of the most spectacular resorts in Africa. Experience fabulous sightings of dolphins and whales in the bay from the hotel terraces
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Day 12 -15 - Shamwari Eagles Crag, Eastern Cape

Itinerary
Today travel to Port Elizabeth Airport, where you will be met and transferred to Shamwari Eagles Crag Lodge for a three-night safari. Enjoy morning and evening 'big 5' game drives.

Accommodation
Shamwari Eagles Crag »
Shamwari Eagles Crag Lodge is a top big five safari lodge nestled in a valley and provides the ultimate luxury for the most discerning of travelers looking for privacy and tranquility. Each of the suites are extremely private and boast a deck with plunge pool in the most relaxing setting.
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Day 15 - End of Tour

Itinerary
This morning you will be transferred to Port Elizabeth Airport to continue with your onward connection.

Includes

12 days car hire, Toyota Corolla or similar including super cover insurance and unlimited mileage
4 nights at Ellerman House in a double room on a bed and breakfast basis to include all drinks
2 nights at La Residence on a bed and breakfast basis plus local beverages
Additional honeymoon 'extras' with all accommodation
2 nights at Birkenhead House on a fully inclusive basis
3 nights at The Plettenberg on a bed and breakfast basis
Return transfers to and from Port Elizabeth Airport
3 nights at Shamwari Eagles Crag on a fully inclusive basis (all meals, local beverages and game activities)

Excludes

International flights
Items of a personal nature
Car Rental deliver fee and one-way drop off fee
All meals not specified
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Visas

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Facts

Duration: 14 nights
Begins: Cape Town
Ends: Port Elizabeth

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