In Winelands & Western Cape Explorer:
A 5-day/4-night self-drive tour from Cape Town including return flights to/from Cape Town and a grade B car for the duration. visiting Stellenbosch and Franschhoek - 2 of the Winelands' best-known areas, and Hermanus - a perfect base for seasonal whale watching.
Description
Day 1: LHR - CPT
Day 2: Cape Town - Stellenbosch
Depart Cape Town and head for Stellenbosch, lying at the centre of one of the oldest and most historic wine routes. 2 nights at The Spier. (B)
Day 3: Stellenbosch
A full day to explore all that Stellenbosch has to offer, we have arranged a tour and wine tasting at 2 of Stellenbosch's best known vineyards. (B)
Day 4: Stellenbosch - Franschhoek
This morning head for Franschhoek. A tour and wine tasting at one of Franschhoek's vineyards has been included. Overnight: Le Franschhoek. (B)
Day 5: Franschhoek - Hermanus
Head to Hermanus, well known for its excellent whale watching (Jul-Oct) and year-round opportunities to spot dolphins, seals and even sharks, including the great white. Overnight: The Marine Hermanus. (B)
Day 6: Cape Town-LHR
Today, drive back to Cape Town, then either drop your hire car back at Cape Town international airport in time for your flight home or continue your holiday in South Africa. (B)
Tour Notes
You can collect your hire car from depots at Cape Town airport, Sea Point or downtown. Alternatively, it is possible to have your car delivered to your hotel; a local charge of approx ZAR140 applies and must be arranged locally.