NEW PERSPECTIVE TRAVEL

South African Tour

April 3-13, 2017

ITINERARY

3-April-17 Depart Dulles International Airport, Washington D.C. or JFK Airport, New York

4-April-17 On arrival at the Cape Town Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel

In : 4-April-17 Out : 08-April-17 Overnight at Protea Hotel Sea Point on BB Superior Room basis

Located just minutes away from Cape Town’s city centre and the V&A Waterfront, the 3-Star Protea Hotel Sea Point offers stylish and elegant accommodation in 124 rooms that all boast either ocean or mountain views. A great base for leisure and business travellers as it is close to the city’s premier beaches as well as the central business district. The decor comprises an inspirational blend of South African art and modern elegance, particularly in the Art Suites which have been individually designed by leading local artists. Guests can opt to dine in starting with generous breakfasts at the Le Cafe Restaurant and other meals at the family-friendly Seven Spur – both offer room service. Le Cafe Coffee Bar is open all day and converts to a cocktail bar as the sun goes down. Other in-house facilities include use of a sparkling plunge pool overlooking the Sea Point promenade and the well-equipped fitness centre. Conferencing facilities are available in seven meeting rooms.

5-April-17 Half Day Table Mountain & City Tour with driver and guide

Visit to Table Mountain

The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway has transported more than 20 million people to the summit of Cape Town’s most iconic destination, Table Mountain. The cableway offers a comfortable way of reaching the top of the mountain in revolving cars that afford 360° views of the surrounds during the ascent. Each cable car can carry 65 people at a time and trips run on a continuous basis – the cableway is shut down during bad weather. At the top, visitors will discover a series of walking paths and stunning views of the surrounding oceans and the city below. There is a self-service restaurant and deli on site.

Visit to City Tour Only

Explore South Africa’s exciting ‘Mother City’ on this guided tour of the historical and cultural sights of Cape Town. You will step into the rich history of the city passing by key historical monuments and places of interest, such as the impressive Castle of Good Hope and Cape Town City Hall. The tour stops at the beautiful St. George’s Cathedral and passes through the lush Company Gardens. A tour of this vibrant city, home to street markets of every kind, cosmopolitan and rustic eateries, and a host of cultures is an unforgettable experience.

Afternoon at leisure for optional sightseeing

ZAR 680.00 pp – Winelands Tour

This enchanting excursion begins with a tour through historic Stellenbosch, an architectural jewel that serves as the historic heart of the country’s wine region. A gracious blend of 18-century Cape Dutch, Georgian and Victorian buildings is evident as we drive down Dorp Street, where massive Oaks still shade original water furrows, then enjoy a wine tasting in the Stellenbosch area. A second wine tasting will be included (time permitting), before returning to Cape Town. Departs daily at approx 14h00 and returns at approx 17h00

6-April-17 Full Day Cape Peninsula Tour with driver and guide

Visit to Houtbay Harbour

Step into the working harbour of Hout Bay at the end of Cape Town’s Atlantic seaboard for an authentic fishing village experience from the colourful fishing boats moored on the dock to the range of fish markets, restaurants, street markets and shops set overlooking the bay. Indulge in fresh seafood, fabulous views, adventure activities and shopping experiences – everything from jewellery and maritime artifacts to seashells and more. The beach stretches from here to Chapman’s Peak in the east.

Visit to Chapman's Peak

Locals call this famous scenic drive that winds its way between Hout Bay and Noordhoek on Cape Town’s stunning Atlantic Ocean coastline “Chappies”. The toll route stretches nine kilometres along the coast taking over 100 curves in a road carved out by prisoners of war in the mid-1910s over a seven-year period. On the one side are towering cliffs and on the other a steep drop to the ocean. A favourite with visitors and locals alike for scenic hikes, cycles and drives, as well as picnicking.

Visit to Cape Of Good Hope

The famous Cape of Good Hope nature reserve, a World Heritage site, is set at the end of Cape Town’s south peninsula. Take a trip via funicular (cable railroad) to the lighthouse at 286 metres above sea level (built to which warns ships they are approaching the feared “Cape of Storms”), stroll along the cliff paths or venture down the steep slopes to the stunning white-sand beaches below. The reserve is home to a variety of small wildlife and is a favoured picnicking, fishing (with a permit) and hiking destination with its rich plant biodiversity and inspiring landscapes.

Visit to Cape Point Funicular

The Flying Dutchman Funicular takes passengers uphill from the car park of the Cape Point Nature Reserve (a Natural World Heritage Site) to the old lighthouse sited at 249m overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The views from the lighthouse are spectacular and the air, coming off the Antarctic, is among the purest in the world. The funicular is believed to be the only commercial one of its kind in Africa and is named after a local legend of a ghost ship. The short three-minute trip passes through 585m of dense fynbos (natural shrubland)and over rocks to the upper lighthouse. The two cars can carry 40 passengers at a time and trips run continuously.

Enjoy lunch at the Two Oceans Restaurant

Visit to Boulders Beach (Penguins)

The sheltered Simon’s Town beach of Boulders Beach is the home of an endangered land-based colony of African penguins (over 2 000 of them), as well as a favourite swimming and beach destination for locals and international travellers, particularly children. One can walk between the three pristine and sheltered beaches on boardwalks, which also link to the penguin-viewing area offering fantastic sightings of these unique and endearing animals in their natural habitat.

7-April-17 Full Day Robben Island and Township Tour with driver and guide

Robben Island Tour

Robben Island is best known internationally as being the place where Nelson Mandela and many other famous anti-apartheid activists were imprisoned. For this reason it is today a world heritage site; however it has always been a place of isolation for those not accepted in society and has in its past been home to a leper colony and a mental hospital. Located in Table Bay, just off Cape Town’s coastline, the island is 5.4km in length and comprises 574ha. The tour takes approximately 3.5 hours including the one-hour return ferry trip that departs from the Robben Island Museum at the Clocktower, Nelson Mandela Gateway, V&A Waterfront. Once the ferry embarks on the island, guests will visit the maximum security prison, meet an ex-political prisoner

and explore the island on a bus tour accompanied by an experienced guide.

Visit to The Cape Malay Quarters

Enjoy a unique interaction and experience the cultural diversity of the Cape Malay community, descendants of the original Malay slaves. We start at the Bo-Kaap Museum in the heart of the Cape Malay Quarter where you learn more about their history and the preservation of their traditions in Africa. Your story-telling host will then guide you on an entertaining walking tour giving you insights into the historical and architectural landscape that adds so much colour and character to Cape Town’s City Bowl. The highlight of this experience is enjoying an authentic home-cooked lunch at the gracious home of your host family.

Dinner at hotel

8-April-17 Transfer from hotel to Cape Town Airport for flight to Johannesburg

On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel

In : 8-April-17 Out : 10-April-17 Overnight at Garden Court Sandton City on BB Standard Room basis

Garden Court Sandton City is ideally placed in the heart of Sandton, one of Johannesburg’s most prestigious suburbs. Set across from Nelson Mandela Square with its alluring array of shops, restaurants and entertainment options, the hotel is also within walking distance of the Sandton Shopping Centre, one of the most popular in the southern hemisphere. The 444 rooms on offer are all comfortably appointed in a modern style complete with Art Deco pieces, very suitable to business travellers as they offer work stations with high-speed internet connectivity and fax/copy facilities. In-house dining facilities include the spacious and sunny Garden Grill for hearty breakfasts and the French-influenced Cafe Maude with its wide-ranging menu and drinks bar. There are many restaurants, cafes and delis within walking distance of the hotel. Guests can make use of the sparking swimming pool and the equipped gym with many other facilities within close proximity to the hotel.

Dinner at hotel

9-April-17 Full Day Soweto & Apartheid Museum Tour with driver and guide

Visit to Mandela House

Mandela House in Orlando West, Soweto is a national monument dedicated to offering insights into the life of Nelson Mandela and the families that he lived with from 1946 through to the 1990s. Managed by the Soweto Heritage Trust, the house has been fully renovated and hosts a visitor centre as well as excellent multi-media and audio-visual displays outlining the history of the Mandela family. A meaningful experience, visitors are exposed to Mandela’s personal life on this visit.

Visit to Hector Peterson Memorial

On the 16th of June 1976, Hector Pieterson was shot by the police during a protest by schoolchildren about Afrikaans being imposed as the medium of instruction. The Soweto uprising, as it has come to be known, saw 20 children shot by police during what started out as a peaceful protest. One of the pivotal moments in the anti-Apartheid struggle, 12-year old Hector has come to symbolise those that stood against the tyrannical regime. Today, the 16th of June is celebrated in South Africa as National Youth Day in remembrance of those who lost their lives during the protest. The site where Hector was shot is not far from the memorial and close to the Hector Peterson Museum.

Visit to Apartheid Museum

The prestigious and must-visit Apartheid Museum is located in Johannesburg’s Ormondo suburb. The museum, opened in 2001, covers the full history of the Apartheid era in South Africa. The exhibitions span the beginnings of segregation in the country, the implementation of the Apartheid system and all of the factors that have shaped its 20th century history including the discovery of gold that spurred on the migration of thousands of foreigners to the country, the rise of black consciousness and the first democratic elections. The political groups (both for and against the Apartheid system) are represented and the exhibitions combine news articles, photographs and artefacts to create a riveting story of this era.

Enjoy lunch at Sakhumzi Restaurant in Soweto

10-April-17 Depart to Sun City via a visit to the Lesedi Cultural Village

Monati Lunch Experience by Lesedi Cultural Village

Lesedi Cultural Village offers a unique experience to visitors wanting to immerse themselves in authentic African culture. The village is based in the Cradle of Humankind, an hour’s drive from Johannesburg and it was created to showcase the diversity of African cultures, particularly of the dominant groups found in South Africa – the Zulu, the Xhosa, the Basotho, the Ndebele and the Pedi. Guests will be welcomed in the parking lot with traditional African singing before being escorted for a wander through the Ndebele-styled village and craft market. Before embarking on a tour of the five homesteads, each representing a particular culture’s choice of housing materials, decorative details and way of living, guests will be orientated by watching a multi-visual theatre presentation on the history and origin of the South African peoples. Divided into smaller groups, guests are then escorted on a tour of the five homesteads before reuniting with their fellow guests at the bar and heading onto a spectacular lunch in the Nyama Choma Restaurant with a menu offering African speciality dishes. Guests are entertained by local dancers and musicians during lunch.

In : 10-April-17 Out : 12-April-17 Overnight at Bakubung Game Lodge Luxury Twin Room basis

Nestled in the Big 5 Pilanesburg National Park, just a two-hour drive from Johannesburg and only ten minutes from the Sun City entertainment complex, Bakabung Bush Lodge offers a peaceful retreat to guests looking to get away from it all. This is a malaria-free destination and accommodation is offered in 76 hotel rooms, complete with all the modern facilities desired. There is one room available for physically disabled guests. A well-known conferencing destination, with capacity for 120 delegates, Bakabung Bush Lodge boasts extensive on-site facilities to keep guests relaxed and entertained. On-site features include a swimming pool, two floodlit tennis courts and easy access to game drives into the reserve. Guests will dine in style at the on-site restaurant, enjoy the bush barbecues offered at the outdoor boma and relax in the welcoming atmosphere of the bar. This region is home to a diversity of wildlife from the 360 sighted bird species to Africa’s majestic Big 5 and many more. Arrive in time for the late afternoon open vehicle game drive

11-April-17 Today you will enjoy a morning or afternoon open vehicle game drive. The leisure time can be spent at the Sun City Complex – the lodge offers shuttle service at a nominal fee

Why not book yourself on an optional balloon safari over the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Gametrackers offers a unique opportunity to view the beautiful and game-rich Pilanesberg National Park from the air, in a hot-air balloon. The 55 000ha park is located inside of an extinct volcano. Guests are transferred from their hotels to the launch site inside the national park and ushered onto the hot-air balloon. The trip takes an hour in total and guests will spend that time drifting serenely over the park looking out for wildlife, including the Big 5, and marvelling at the stunning landscapes. On landing, sparkling wine is on offer, a time-honoured tradition in hot-air ballooning, and then guests are transferred to a private game lodge for a full English breakfast. On

completion, a ‘First Flight’ certificate signed by the pilot.

12-April-17 Transfer with driver and guide back to the Johannesburg Airport for return flight to Dulles International Airport or JFK Airport.

13-April-17 Arrive Dulles International Airport or JFK Airport

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