DAY 1, Sunday - Depart for South Africa
Depart for South Africa

DAY 2, Monday - Arrive in Cape Town
Arrive in Cape Town. As you transfer to your hotel, you'll see the towering symbol of the city, Table Mountain. The rest of the day is at leisure
Overnight: Cape Town

DAY 3, Tuesday - Cape Town City Tour
This morning, embark on a half day Cape Town city and Table Mountain tour. Drive past famous landmarks such as the Castle of Good Hope, City Hall, the Grand Parade, and St. George's Cathedral. The route then leads to Kloof Nek and Table Mountain. Ascend to the top (weather permitting) by means of a cable car.* Afterward, you will have the opportunity to learn the three-billion-year-old story of diamonds while touring the prominent Shimansky Jewelers. Following the tour (or for those who do not wish to participate) stroll through the V & A Shopping Mall before returning to your hotel. Tonight, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager, followed by dinner*Table Mountain Aerial Cableway will be closed between Jul 15 - Sep 1, 2024.
Overnight: Cape Town
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 4, Wednesday - Cape Peninsula Tour
Depart on a full day Cape Peninsula Tour with lunch along the way. Travel to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Then, following the coastline along False Bay, return to Cape Town after lunch. On the way, visit the penguin colonies at Boulders Beach, and the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens. Tonight, attend the optional Traditional African Dinner Experience for an evening of live performances and African gastronomy before returning to the hotel
Optional: Traditional African Dinner Experience
Overnight: Cape Town
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 5, Thursday - Full Day in Cape Town
Enjoy the day at leisure in Cape Town. Perhaps join the optional South African Wine Tour, which takes you along the country's principal wine route to the towns of Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch with tastings along the way. Alternatively, thrill seekers will not want to miss the optional excursion to "Shark Alley" to experience shark cage diving.* Tonight, experience local culture at the optional Home Hosted Dinner*The South African Wine Tour and Full Day Shark Cage Diving operate simultaneously. Passengers may opt to participate in only one of these tours
Optional: South African Wine Tour
Optional: Full Day Shark Cage Diving
Optional: Home Hosted Dinner in Cape Town
Overnight: Cape Town
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6, Friday - Flight to Durban, Game Viewing Cruise on the St. Lucia Estuary
This morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Durban. Upon arrival in the early afternoon, drive to St. Lucia. Later, embark on a game viewing cruise that takes you on the St. Lucia Estuary, home to Nile crocodiles, hippopotami, sea turtles, and even sharks. This evening, enjoy dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Hluhluwe
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 7, Saturday - Game Drive in Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve, Travel to eSwatini
After an early breakfast, travel to the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve, situated in northern KwaZulu Natal, which is famous for its conservation of black and white rhinos. Home to Africa's "Big Five." You may have a chance to see elephant, Cape buffalo, lion, leopard, and rhino during your morning game drive through the reserve. Continue to the border of the Kingdom of eSwatini,* an independent kingdom within the borders of South Africa. Stop at a handicraft market this afternoon before arriving at your hotel in the early evening*Note: eSwatini is an independent country from South Africa and therefore has different entry requirements. Non-US passport holders are responsible to check if a visa is required for eSwatini in addition to all other countries on their itinerary
Overnight: Mbabane (eSwatini)
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8, Sunday - eSwatini Sightseeing and Matsamo Village Visit
After breakfast visit the Ngwenya glass factory, where visitors can watch glass blowers create a range of African animals, and tableware made from recycled glass that is collected by the children of eSwatini. Transfer to the South African border and visit Matsamo Cultural Village where you can learn more about the Swati traditions and customs. Enjoy traditional Swati cuisine along with dance and song performances. Later, continue to the hotel in time for dinner
Overnight: Hazyview
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9, Monday - Kruger National Park Game Drive
Upon departure from the hotel, a pre-packed breakfast will be provided for you. Then, on to Kruger National Park for a full day open-vehicle game drive. You may have a chance to see lion, elephant, giraffe, or zebra in their natural habitat. After stopping at a rest camp for lunch, continue your game drive. End the day with dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Hazyview
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 10, Tuesday - Travel to Johannesburg
Depart after breakfast, on a long drive today. Travel via Konwyn Pass, offering spectacular views over the Lowveld and visit the 213 foot Mac Mac Waterfall in the Mac-Mac Forest Nature Reserve. Proceed to the historic logging town of Sabie, once a gold mining town, it now relies on forestry. Admire spectacular views of mountain passes and continue the drive, past the small town of Waterval Boven, nestled in the Drakensberg Mountains on the way to Johannesburg. Arrive late afternoon, and check into your hotel
Overnight: Johannesburg
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 11, Wednesday - Soweto Tour
Depart on a half day tour of Soweto. Drive by the former residence of Bishop Desmond Tutu and visit Nelson Mandela's former home. Continue to the Apartheid Museum, where you will journey through the racial segregation experienced by millions of South Africans. Cap off the day with dinner tonight
Overnight: Johannesburg
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 12, Thursday - Flight to Victoria Falls & Sundowner Cruise
Transfer to the airport for your morning flight to Victoria Falls,* named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the hotel to relax before embarking on a sundowner cruise on the Zambezi River, where you can encounter herds of buffalo and elephant*Flights to Victoria Falls will arrive and depart into Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe or Livingstone, Zambia. The Livingstone airport is a 30-minute drive to the hotel in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
Overnight: Victoria Falls
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 13, Friday - Guided Tour of Victoria Falls
This morning, take a guided tour of the Victoria Falls, one of the "Seven Natural Wonders of the World". The walking safari takes you through the magnificent rainforest to view the Cataracts, Livingstone's statue and a wide variety of birds and plants. The rest of the day is yours to discover this beautiful area independently, or join the optional Helicopter Flight over Victoria Falls. Experience the spectacular waterfalls on a thrilling helicopter flight. A truly once in a lifetime opportunity not to be missed
Optional: Helicopter Flight over Victoria Falls
Overnight: Victoria Falls
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 14, Saturday - Sunset Game Viewing Cruise in Chobe, Botswana
After breakfast, travel from Victoria Falls over the border into Botswana. Upon arrival at the hotel, lunch will be served. Spend time at leisure before departing on a sunset cruise where you will be introduced to a totally different game viewing experience
Overnight: Chobe
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 15, Sunday - Morning Game Drive in Chobe National Park
During your morning game drive, be on the lookout for lion, wild dog, giraffe, sable, and roan antelope, frequently seen in this area. Time on your own in the afternoon before departing on a sunset cruise on the Chobe River. Tonight at dinner, share memories of your trip on your last night in Botswana
Overnight: Chobe
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 16, Monday - Depart South Africa
This morning bid farewell to Botswana and transfer to the airport in Victoria Falls. Fly to Johannesburg and connect to your international departure flight this evening. Please select flights that depart no earlier than 7:30 PM
Meals: Breakfast