South African food celebrates the country's rich cultural heritage. All this food has got to be washed down with something, and our wine has been earning rave reviews internationally for 300 years.

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Day 1        Arrival in Cape Town

Arrival in Cape Town; meeting, assistance and transfer to your boutique hotel situated on the slopes of Table Mountain, in the quiet, leafy suburb of Higgovale, you are close to the hottest spots, yet perfectly removed.

The remainder of the day is spent at leisure.

Overnight:     Kensington Place                    Bed & Breakfast

Day 2        City & Constantia

Morning drive to fabled Table Mountain; ascend the mountain by aerial cable car, weather permitting. Enjoy the spectacular views of the city, Robben Island, the Atlantic Seaboard and the spectacular Cape Peninsula. Afterwards, drive to the Malay Quarter with its narrow cobbled streets and colorful Mosques. Continue through the fertile Constantia Valley to enjoy a Gourmet Lunch at Buitenverwachting. This glamorous restaurant, on the Buitenverwachting Wine Estate, is noted for its timeless artistry of haute cuisine coupled with a sassy Italo-French edge.

Then, on to Klein Constantia for Wine Tasting. Here, enjoy a special tasting of some of the older wines in their cellar, dating back to 1823. Continue to South Africa’s oldest original wine estate – Groot Constantia, established in 1685 by the Dutch Governor. After Wine Tasting, visit the 16th century manor house, a fine example of Cape Dutch architecture. Return to the city in the late afternoon.

In the evening you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to Aubergine Restaurant. 

The characterful old buildings were once the fashionable 19th century home of Sir John Wylde, first Chief Justice of the Cape. In those days the estate - near the Dutch East India Company’s gardens - extended over several hectares.

By virtue of his office, Wylde was one of the most prominent figures in the colony. For more than a quarter of a century he not only ruled the Cape’s Supreme Court and Legislative Council, but also presided over its flamboyant social life. His elegant table, fine wines and scintillating company were renowned.

Aubergine has been innovatively renovated with dash of personality and splash of character, in contemporary style in keeping with the elegance and charm of the old building.

Overnight:     Kensington Place                    Lunch, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Day 3        Cape Peninsula

Today, tour the spectacular Cape Peninsula. Begin in the exclusive suburbs of Seapoint, Clifton and Camps Bay; continue via Llandudno to the fishing harbor of Hout Bay. If calm seas prevail, join a launch cruise to view the Duiker Island seals and cormorants at close quarters. Travel along spectacular Chapman’s Peak and enter the Cape Point Nature Reserve.

Seafood Lunch at Polana Restaurant.  The Polana Restaurant is situated in Kalk Bay Harbour, and is owned by the same team who operate the successful Harbour House Restaurant.

The Polana is on the ground level of the harbour house complex, and features a beautifullu appointed cocktail lounge built on the rocks, only meters away from the crashing waves. Relax on luxurious leather sofas and sip a cocktail while soaking up a view of unsurpassed beauty.

In winter a log fire roars in the lounge, as huge flocks of cormorants trek across the bay. From September, whales are often seen from distances of as little as fifty meters, while playful seals frolic in the kelp beds all year round.The interior of the restaurant is decorated in an elegant colonial style with African, Indonesian and Portuguese elements.

This is reflected in the cuisine, which features dishes from Africa, and especially Angola and Mocambique. Angolan chef Claude Alfonso makes every dish a culinary coup de tat. Savour delicious Cabrita No Forno,

Morroccan Lamb stew, Espetada de Marisco or Espetada de Carne.

Afternoon drive to a Jackass penguin colony, the Naval hamlet of Simonstown and then via Fishhoek and Kalk Bay to the seaside city of Muizenburg. Visit the colorful Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens at the base of Skeleton Gorge; time to stroll through these magnificent gardens. Return to the hotel via the plush suburbs of Bishops Court, Claremont and Newlands.

Evening: Gourmet Dinner tonight focuses on Cape-Malay fare in one of the great dining rooms of the world. You’ll be indulged at the Mount Nelson’s Cape Colony where Executive Chef, Ian Mancais may invite you into his kitchen prior to preparing one of your courses.

Overnight:    Kensington Place                    Lunch, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Day 4        Cape Town to the West Coast & Hermon

Travel along South Africa’s West Coast to the National Park; see the secluded harbor of Saldanha Bay and the azure waters of the Langebaan Lagoon. Thousands of seabirds roost on sheltered islands, pristine golden beaches stretch endlessly into the early morning mist and brooding salt marshes are home to vast concentrations of migrant waders from the northern hemisphere. After exploring the reserve, stop in the town of Langebaan for a Typical Seafood Lunch at the open-air restaurant, Die Strandloper. Then, we head inland to the Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse, situated outside the town of Hermon, on a large private estate, which is both a working farm and a nature reserve with a spectacular mountain backdrop. You’ll spend the next 2 nights at this small countryside homestead, which places great emphasis on superb cuisine and hospitality.

Evening: Gourmet Dinner

Overnight:     Bartholomeus Klip                    Lunch, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Day 5        Bartholomeus Klip

Morning Game Drive on the Reserve; you’ll have the opportunity to see a variety of antelope. Return to the farm for a Country Brunch. Thereafter, the rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the tranquility of the farm and surroundings.

Evening: Another Game Drive followed by dinner.

Overnight:    Bartholomeus Klip                    Bed & Breakfast

Day 6        Hermon via Paarl to Franschhoek

After a leisurely breakfast we depart for the Wine Country! Stop in Paarl at the Backsberg Estate where Wine Tasting will be conducted. Then, on to the Franschhoek Valley, nestled between towering mountains. Spectacular vineyards cover these mountain slopes settled 300 years ago by the Huguenots, who brought with them their age-old French wine and food culture. The valley is synonymous for its warm hospitality, world-class cuisine and the finest wines.

The second Wine Tasting will be at the Boschendal Estate followed by a lavish Cape Buffet Lunch.

After lunch, proceed to the Residence Klein Oliphantshoek.

Evening: Dinner at the Klein Oliphantshoek Restaurant where guests can request to watch as Chef and Owner Renata Gaggio prepares tasty delights in the open kitchen.

Klein Oliphantshoek:

Built as a mission station in 1888, Résidence Klein Oliphants Hoek combines old-time chic with the splendour of modern, sophisticated leisure tourism, whereby a personalised and outstanding service and a sense of well-being are central.

At Klein Oliphants Hoek, history and a sophisticated modern life-style go hand in hand: the guesthouse is built in a renovated mission post, and a lot of the antique and old-time chic have been kept. At the same time, the best of modern leasure tourism, including a warm, personalised and outstanding service, and an overall sense of well-being and chill-out, are central to the unique experience of staying at Klein Oliphants Hoek.

Overnight:    Klein Oliphantshoek                    Lunch, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Day 7        Stellenbosch

Drive to nearby Stellenbosch, founded in 1679; the region’s cool climate and fertile soils, combined with the planting of the correct varieties of grapes have produced high quality award-winning wines. On the walking tour of this charming town with its beautiful oak lined streets, you’ll see historic Dorp Street with its Cape Dutch architecture.

Wine Tasting & Lunch at the Blaauwklippen Estate, with its lovely views across to the Stellenbosch Mountain on one side and Table Mountain across the vineyards to the west. Focus is on traditional French-style cuisine, with fresh, mainly organic produce and partnering of food with wine.

Evening: Dinner at Le Quartier Francais. Enjoy a mélange of French, Malay and traditional South African dishes in a warm and friendly setting; this restaurant is rated one of the Top 100 restaurants in South Africa by Wine Magazine.

Overnight:    Klein Oliphantshoek                    Bed & Breakfast

Day 8        Day at leisure

The day is spent at leisure.

Evening: Farewell dinner at Klein Oliphantshoek.

Overnight:    Klein Oliphantshoek                    Bed & Breakfast

Day 9        Departure from Cape Town

Transfer to the airport in Cape Town for your departure flight.

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Low Season: 01 May - 31 August 2011
High Season: 01 September - 31 December 2011

Includes

Accommodation as stated, subject to availability.

Transportation in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle.

Meals as stated in the itinerary.

Services of a professional driver.

Services of a registered and experienced tourist guide.

Entrance fees and excursions where stated in above itinerary.

Porterage.

Welcome Pack: (e.g. itinerary, welcome letter, general information, maps, flags, brochures).

Excludes

All airfares & airport taxes.

All other meals other than stated in above itinerary.

All other entrances and excursions than stated in above itinerary.

Items of personal nature such tips, beverages, laundry etc.