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Day 1
Depart Cape Town via Du Toit's Kloof Pass to Worcester and traverse the famous Route 62, passing through Montagu to the town of Robertson. Visit the towns of Barrydale and Calitzdorp, where the true diversity of landscapes is highlighted by the ever-changing semi-desert areas, arriving at your luxurious hotel in Oudtshoorn. The remainder of the afternoon is spent visiting the Cango Caves for a fully guided tour. After returning to the hotel, enjoy dinner served in the elegant dining room famous for its ostrich fare and fine wines. Rosenhof Country House or similar - dinner, bed and breakfast basis.
Enjoy an exceptional Eastern Cape experience at Rosenhof Country House, a carefully restored Victorian house situated on the outskirts of Oudtshoorn, named after the beautiful rose gardens in which it is set. It's a perfect retreat in the serene Klein Karoo. Wide verandas that open onto fragrant rose and herb gardens, water features, lush lawns, sculpted trees, and distant views of the Swartberg Mountains, make for a truly welcome and tranquil retreat. With its luxurious facilities and excellent service, Rosenhof Country House is recognized as one of the finest establishments in the region. Guest facilities include a fully equipped gym, Jacuzzi, and a wellness centre as well as all the conveniences required for a comfortable stay. Two executive suites have their own swimming pools and, for extra privacy, are located a hundred metres from the main house. Traditional country cuisine served with cordon bleu flair has won the Rosenhof Restaurant international acclaim. A walk-in cellar housing an extensive wine collection adds to the occasion and makes any dining experience exceptional. Rosenhof also has a cosy pub and several luxury lounges with fireplaces where guests can relax among works from well-known South African artists.
Day 2
After breakfast, visit a local ostrich farm. Time permitting, an optional extra tour of the Crocodile and Cheetah Park is available. Leaving Oudtshoorn, continue over the Outeniqua Pass to George. Enjoy a scenic drive via Dolphin Point to Wilderness and Knysna. Enter the 'Oyster Capital' and enjoy the spectacular views from your hotel. A superb dinner will be served in the dining room. Pezula Resort Hotel and Spa or similar - dinner, bed and breakfast basis
With its exquisite location on the Eastern Head of Knysna, which hugs the rugged Southern Cape coastline, Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa is Africa's first truly luxury resort, a sanctuary of privacy and indulgence created to reflect the natural beauty of its surrounds. Set on a stunning award-winning private estate, known for its dramatic scenery, sweeping fynbos landscapes and ancient indigenous forests, the hotel has breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, the Knysna Lagoon and the Outeniqua Mountains. With its gourmet cuisine, sumptuous accommodation, world-class spa, championship golf course and vast range of outdoor activities, the hotel offers guests an essentially African experience in a relaxed environment. The warm hospitality of the staff is underpinned by outstanding personalised service, unsurpassed levels of luxury and unswerving attention to detail.
Day 3
After breakfast, depart on a fascinating ocean safari adventure where whales, dolphins, penguins and seals can be seen in their natural habitat (weather and sea conditions permitting). After lunch (not included) enjoy a lazy afternoon at the hotel soaking up the sun around the pool or enjoy a game of golf on the resort's world famous golf course (not included). For those interested in Knysna, your driver/guide can take you on an afternoon excursion into town, where you can stroll along the Knysna Waterfront, do some shopping and enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the lagoon. In the early evening freshen up for a sumptuous dinner at the Waterfront. Pezula Resort Hotel and Spa or similar - dinner, bed and breakfast basis
Day 4
Departing Knysna, travel to Nature's Valley and enjoy a short stroll on the beach. Attractions to be visited through the Tsitsikamma Forest area include the Big Tree and Storms River mouth, where we will take a meal stop (not included). Spectacular scenery awaits you as you cross the suspension bridge over the Storms River, where photographic opportunities abound. Depart the Garden Route via the high forests of the Tsitsikamma Mountains to Port Elizabeth. The day ends at your hotel or Port Elizabeth Airport.
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