Country
Duration
6 days
Highlights
Cape Town
Franschhoek
Hermanus
South Africa – 6-day Cape, Wine & Whales Tour Deluxe – Private self-drive
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Itinerary
Cape Town, South Africa
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Queen Victoria Hotel
Day 1 - 4
Situated in the heart of Cape Town, the Queen Victoria Hotel welcomes guests to experience the very essence of distinguished luxury, where classic elegance meets contemporary design. Its prime location in a quiet, historic precinct near to the V&A Waterfront allows for a serene city escape as well as convenient access to a range of outstanding amenities.
Day 1
Day Notes:
Upon landing in Cape Town, collect your rental car at the airport and then head off to your hotel situated in the heart of Cape Town in the V&A Waterfront. This will be your home for the next 3 nights as you explore this beautiful city.
Driving time: ~30 minutes
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Self Drive from Cape Town International Airport [CPT] to Queen Victoria Hotel
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Pick-up your car and make your way to your hotel for the next 3 nights.
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Check-in to Queen Victoria Hotel
Day 2
Day Notes:
Get out your maps and take a drive down the Cape Peninsula, all the way to Cape Point. On the way, you will drive over the most beautiful road in Africa, Chapman's Peak. On the way back from Cape Point, make sure you stop off in Simonstown to see the penguins on Boulder's Beach. If you are into nature, you can also stop at Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden.
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Cape Peninsula
Day 3
Day Notes:
If the weather is clear, catch the cable car to the top of Table Mountain, or catch the ferry to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned. Don't forget to check out the shops and restaurants at the V&A Waterfront.
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Table Mountain
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Robben Island
Franschhoek, South Africa
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Babylonstoren Farm Hotel
Day 4 - 5
Set in the breathtakingly beautiful Cape Winelands, on the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain, lies Babylonstoren. In truth, it is neither a farm nor a hotel. It’s an experience in multiple dimensions, offering an authentic stay that’s perfectly attuned to nature.
Day 4
Day Notes:
After breakfast, check out of Kensington Place and make your way to the beautiful Cape Winelands, to the third oldest town in South Africa, Franschhoek, where you will stay on a working wine farm. Franschhoek is the culinary capital of South Africa and home to the wine tram
Driving time: 80km +- 1 hour
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Check-out from Queen Victoria Hotel
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Self Drive from Queen Victoria Hotel to Babylonstoren Farm Hotel
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Check-in to Babylonstoren Farm Hotel
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Explore the winelands and go wine tasting.
Hermanus, South Africa
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Abalone Guest Lodge
Day 5 - 6
Abalone Guest Lodge, located at Sievers Point in Hermanus, offers a unique blend of luxury and artistic charm. Nestled between the town center and Blue Flag beaches, it provides direct access to the scenic Cliff Path, renowned for whale watching. The lodge features en-suite rooms with amenities such as air-conditioning, Nespresso coffee makers, and TVs. Guests can relax in the sauna or take a dip in the swimming pool. Additional facilities include a treatment room, gym, and Wi-Fi access throughout the property.
Day 5
Day Notes:
Today, you head to the beautiful coastal town of Hermanus, one of the whale watching capitals of the world. Whale season is from June - December. We highly recommend taking the scenic route along the R44 through the towns of Rooi-Els, Betty's Bay and Kleinmond. There are many points to stop for photos and you can visit the Betty's Bay penguin colony.
Your hotel in Hermanus is located next to the cliff path and you enjoy a scenic walk to watch the whales and have drinks at the Sea Cave. There is also the Hemel-en-Aarde valley for more wine tasting and Grotta Beach if you want to lie in the sun.
Driving time: ~2 1/2 hours
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Check-out from Babylonstoren Farm Hotel
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Self Drive from Babylonstoren Farm Hotel to Abalone Guest Lodge
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Drive along the R44 to Hermanus
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Check-in to Abalone Guest Lodge
Day 6
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Check-out from Abalone Guest Lodge
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Self Drive from Abalone Guest Lodge to Cape Town International Airport [CPT]
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Drop off the rental car at Cape Town Airport
End of Itinerary
Destinations
Cape Town
Franschhoek
Hermanus
Accommodations
Queen Victoria Hotel
Babylonstoren Farm Hotel
Abalone Guest Lodge
1 - 5 January 2025
- Per person sharing: ZAR 31,525
- Solo traveller: ZAR 53,615
- Child rates: please enquire
6 January - 31 March & October 2025
- Per person sharing*: ZAR 31,880
- Solo traveller**: ZAR 53,775
- Child rates: please enquire
April & September 2025
- Per person sharing: ZAR 30,300
- Solo traveller: ZAR 50,770
- Child rates: please enquire
May - August 2025
- Per person sharing: ZAR 25,535
- Solo traveller: ZAR 42,225
- Child rates: please enquire
November - 25 December 2025
- Per person sharing: ZAR 33,640
- Solo traveller: ZAR 56,950
- Child rates: please enquire
26 December 2025 - 5 January 2026
- Per person sharing: ZAR 36,590
- Solo traveller: ZAR 62,905
- Child rates: please enquire
6 January - April 2026
- Per person sharing*: ZAR 35,000
- Solo traveller**: ZAR 57,620
- Child rates: please enquire
*Supplement at Queen Victoria of ZAR 2,738 per person sharing for period 1-6 February 2025 & ZAR 3,009 for period 1-14 February 2026
**Single supplement at Queen Victoria of ZAR 5,475 per person for period 1-6 February 2025 & ZAR 6,019 for period 1-14 February 2026
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