Classic Garden Route & Safari
South Africa
18 days / 17 nights
Fly Drive Holiday
Guide Price £3,149 per person (based on 2 adults sharing)
Fly Drive Holiday
Duration: 18 days/17 nights
From iconic Table Mountain to the coastal Garden Route and on to the plains of the Eastern Cape game reserves, discover South Africa’s most popular fly drive route.
- Take in the lively V&A Waterfront in Cape Town
- Explore the iconic Garden Route
- Visit the renowned wineries in the Cape Winelands
- Marvel at the variety of wildlife in the Eastern Cape
from £3,149
per person (based on 2 adults sharing) Plus ZAR 659pp payable locally.
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Itinerary
Days 2-4 Cape Town
Explore this fascinating city from the restaurants and attractions of the V&A Waterfront to the views from Table Mountain. Join a group tour to the rugged Cape Peninsula, which includes a fabulous coastal drive along Chapman’s Peak en route to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve.
Days 5-6 Cape Town to Cape Winelands
Pick up your car and drive into the heart of the beautiful Cape Winelands. Spend the next couple of days discovering the history behind the region’s wineries and vineyards, renowned as some of the best in the world.
Days 7-8 Cape Winelands to Oudtshoorn
Take the scenic route to Oudtshoorn, driving through picturesque vineyards and the captivating Du Toitskloof Pass. Perhaps take a tour of the fascinating Cango Caves and its spectacular limestone formations.
Days 9-10 Oudtshoorn to Wilderness
On this journey south you will enter the Garden Route, a spectacular coastal drive with dramatic seascapes. Arrive at Wilderness, a quaint village known for its lakes, natural lagoons, and beautiful stretch of white sand beach.
Day 11 Wilderness to Plettenberg Bay
After breakfast, hug the coast until you reach the harbourside town of Knysna, where, time permitting, you can enjoy a boat trip on the calm waters for stunning views through the Knysna Heads. Continue on to charming ‘Plett’ in time for dinner.
Days 12-13 Plettenberg Bay
Explore the beaches and upmarket boutiques in town, the many wildlife sanctuaries on your doorstep, or visit Tsitsikamma National Park, home to indigenous forest, deep river gorges and spectacular waterfalls.
Day 14 Plettenberg Bay to Eastern Cape GR
Leaving the Garden Route behind, continue on to your Eastern Cape lodge, arriving in time for lunch and your first thrilling game drive.
Days 15-16 Eastern Cape GR
Morning and afternoon game drives in this wildlife-rich region offer the chance to spot an abundance of game.
Days 17-18 Fly home
Enjoy one last morning game drive before driving back to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) and dropping off your car in time for your flight.
Additional Options: Immerse yourself in the historic yet lively Cape Dutch town of Stellenbosch, filled with local life and streets lined with bustling cafés, high-end restaurants, and casual bistros. In contrast, French-inspired Franschhoek offers a more intimate atmosphere and boasts an idyllic valley setting. Discover award-winning restaurants, luxury boutiques, and several charming art galleries.
This holiday is also available as a Chauffeured Fly Drive, meaning you can enjoy this itinerary without actually having to drive yourself.
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Price & Inclusions
- Flights
- 15 nights 3★ to 4★+ hotels
- 13 days Avis Premium Cover Economy SUV car hire incl zero excess insurance, unlimited mileage, 24 hour Roadside Assistance & 1 additional driver. A one way drop-off fee is payable locally
- Cape Point & Peninsula Tour
- Shared game drives
- Selected alcoholic drinks on days 14-16
- 18 meals
- Selected transfers
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The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/08/2026 to 31/12/2027. For holiday guide price terms and conditions, click here.Unmissable Experiences
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