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The Very Best of the Coast

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The view from Birkenhead House, Whale Route, South Africa Enquire now »

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Enquire now » The view from Birkenhead House, Whale Route, South Africa
Enquire now » The beautifully clear blue waters of Cape Town's beaches
Enquire now » Birkenhead House's spectacular cliff top setting
Enquire now » South Africa's dramatic Garden Route coastline
Enquire now » The frontlawn of Ellerman House with brilliant seaviews
Enquire now » A whale approaching the shoreline
Enquire now » Beautiful sunsets over Knysna
Enquire now » Horse riding on Pezula's estate
Enquire now » Pezula by night
Enquire now » On a morning game drive with a male lion
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Highlights

Stay at the most luxury hotels and lodges in South Africa.
Listen to the sound of the waves while overlooking whale watchers paradise.

Indulge in a massage and treatment at the Pezula Hotel and Spa.
Big 5 safari game drives and relaxing next to your private plunge pool.

The Journey

Staying at the cream of the crop, this exceptional self drive trip allows you to explore Cape Town then onto the Whale Route before traveling up the Garden Route. Your tour finishes with a big 5 safari at one of the top safari lodges in South Africa.

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Itinerary

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Day 1 - 4 - Ellerman House, Cape Town

Itinerary
On arrival in Cape Town make your way to collect your BMW 320 or similar. Drive to the gracious Ellerman House to spend 3 nights enjoying the magnificent sea views from the hotel.

Accommodation
Ellerman House »
This superb luxury boutique hotel is the quintessential location for discerning guests accustomed to the finer pleasures of life. Offering unsurpassed, sweeping views over the Atlantic Ocean, Ellerman House offers a tranquil ambience, discreet hospitality, all embracing service and excellent cuisine.
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Day 4 - 6 - Birkenhead House, Hermanus

Itinerary
After breakfast travel along the coastal route to Hermanus. Known for the best land based whale watching in the world, spend two nights at the top rated Birkenhead House.

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 6 - 8 - Pezula, Knysna

Itinerary
Set off at your own pace and drive up the Garden Route to the beautiful town of Knysna. Situated in the heart of the Garden Route, spend two nights at Pezula Resort Hotel and Spa.

Accommodation
Pezula »
Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa delivers a whole new world of luxury in elegant African Style. Located in Knysna, on the exquisite Garden Route the hotel is surrounded by rugged cliffs, ancient forests, sheltered beaches and has sweeping views of the 18- hole Championship Golf Course.
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Day 8 - 11 - Shamwari Eagles Crag, Eastern Cape

Itinerary
Today travel just past Port Elizabeth for your big five safari. Spend three nights at the famous and private Shamwari Eagles Crag Lodge enjoying two game drives per day in open landrovers.

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 11 - End of Tour

Itinerary
Today travel back to Port Elizabeth to return your car rental and check in for your onward flight.

Includes

11 Days car hire, group E, BMW 320 (or similar) including super cover insurance and unlimited mileage
3 nights at Ellerman House on a bed and breakfast basis
2 nights at Birkenhead House on a fully inclusive basis (all meals and snacks, local beverages and house wines and laundry)
2 nights at Pezula Resort Hotel and Spa in a villa studio on a bed and breakfast basis
3 nights at Shamwari Eagles Crag Lodge occupying a suite on a fully inclusive plus activities basis

Excludes

Car Rental - One way drop off fee
All services not specified above
All meals not specified
International flights
Items of a personal nature
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Visas

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Facts

Duration: 10 nights
Begins: Cape Town
Ends: Port Elizabeth

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