11 Day Cape Town, Blue Train & Safari Self Drive

From: €2,929

This tour offers a sneak peek into the delights of Cape Town before you set off on-board the elegant Blue Train. Experience personal butler service and enjoy gourmet cuisine paired with exquisite wines, all whilst watching the ever-changing tapestry of the South African countryside glide by.
You will travel to Mpumalanga to see the spectacular scenery of the Blyde River Canyon as well as Gods Window. Track the ’Big 5’ in the comfort of your own vehicle in South Africa’s largest game reserve - the Kruger National Park.
Visit the cultural ’Kingdom of the Mountains’ - Swaziland - en route to KwaZulu Natal. There are opportunities for you to enjoy a traditional Zulu village as well as a chance to see the famous White Rhino in the Hluhluwe-Infolozi Game Reserve. Drive to Durban where you can stop off at St Lucia to visit the Simangaliso Wetland Park (a World Heritage Site). Enjoy a boat trip along the estuary to spot crocodiles, hippo and birdlife.

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Departure Dates Nts Board Basis Room Type Transportation Start - End point Airport Airline Price
21Aug11-20Sep11 10 Mixed Standard Room Road Cape Town/Durban Dublin Virgin Atlantic €3,029
21Sep11-20Oct11 10 Mixed Standard Room Road Cape Town/Durban Dublin Virgin Atlantic €3,149
21Oct11-30Nov11 10 Mixed Standard Room Road Cape Town/Durban Dublin Virgin Atlantic €3,159
01Dec11-14Dec11 10 Mixed Standard Room Road Cape Town/Durban Dublin Virgin Atlantic €2,929
01Jan12-31Mar12 10 Mixed Standard Room Road Cape Town/Durban Dublin South African Airlines €3,719
01Apr12-30Apr12 10 Mixed Standard Room Road Cape Town/Durban Dublin South African Airlines €3,719
01May12-02Jul12 10 Mixed Standard Room Road Cape Town/Durban Dublin South African Airlines €3,289
03Jul12-15Aug12 10 Mixed Standard Room Road Cape Town/Durban Dublin South African Airlines €3,729
16Aug12-31Aug12 10 Mixed Standard Room Road Cape Town/Durban Dublin South African Airlines €3,289
01Sep12-31Oct12 10 Mixed Standard Room Road Cape Town/Durban Dublin South African Airlines €3,719
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Day 1
Upon arrival into Cape Town make your way to the Hertz Car depot to collect your vehicle, before heading on to your overnight accommodation located in Cape Town. From here the world is your oyster to explore this glorious City. You will spend your first three nights at the 5* luxury Pepper Club Hotel and Spa - Bed and Breakfast
Day 2
Overnight at Pepper Club Hotel and Spa - Bed and Breakfast
Day 3
Overnight at Pepper Club Hotel and Spa - Bed and Breakfast
Day 4
Today drop off your vehicle at the Hertz Down-town Depot, where you will be collected and dropped off at the Blue Train lounge to embark on a journey aboard the magnificent moving five-star hotel which is the Blue Train. As the ever-changing scenery flashes past the windows you will travel from Cape Town to Pretoria on a fine dining experience. Overnight on the Blue Train
Day 5
You will be transferred from Pretoria station to Court Classique Hotel for your overnight stay. Overnight Court Classique Hotel - Bed and Breakfast
Day 6
Travel to Johannesburg International Airport for your flight onto Nelspruit, Kruger. Here you will collect your car hire for your onward journey to Hazyview for your adventurous safari. Explore the scenic valleys and woodland forests of the Sandford Conservancy on horseback, visit adjacent attractions such as the famous Kruger National Park or even take a trip in a hot air balloon. Overnight Perrys Bridge Hollow - Full Board
Day 7
Overnight Perrys Bridge Hollow – Full Board
Day 8
Travel onto the breathtakingly beautiful Ezulwini Valley where you can enjoy a challenging 18 hole championship golf course. As well as this activity there is plenty of hiking trails, bowling greens and squash courts to enjoy. Overnight Royal Swazi Sun – Bed and Breakfast
Day 9
After breakfast, drive onto Kwazulu Natal for some game drives in Hluhluwe, boat cruises, tiger fishing and cultural excursions. Overnight at Ghost Mountain Inn
Day 10
Overnight at Ghost Mountain Inn
Day 11
Spend your final morning at Ghost Mountain Inn before transferring to Kings Shaka International Airport to drop off your car hire and catch your connect flight.

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