7 DAYS SOUTH AFRICA: SEA AND ROCKS RÊVERIE

Baie welkom in Suid-Afrika, Nayimkelekile eMzantsi Afrika, Welcome to South Africa!'As you step out of Cape Town International Airport, the warm welcome and buzz of the city greet you instantly. Pick up your rental car—it’s time for your adventure to begin! Your first drive offers a vibrant first glimpse of Cape Town before you settle into your hotel. From tomorrow, you're in full road-trip mode, exploring at your own pace. The beauty of self-driving? Total freedom! Choose what to see, when to go, and how long to stay. And with our handy travel guide and list of local eats and must-stop spots, you're all set for an unforgettable journey!

Accommodations:

• Silver City Lodge Hotel - VA Waterfront
• Gold Cape Heritage Hotel
• Platinum The Bay Hotel

Kick off your Western Cape road trip with a scenic drive north to Paternoster, a charming fishing village known for its stunning beaches, whitewashed fishermen's houses and fresh seafood. On the way to Paternoster, stop after 100 kilometres at the West Coast National Park – famous for its abundant birdlife, indigenous fynbos and spring wildflowers. From November to March, a whale-watching cruise would be a great add-on to your visit, and guided bird tours run year-round, check the extra activities. Treat yourself to a 7-course beachfront lunch at Die Strandloper in Langebaan afterwards, and then it's just another 40 minutes' drive to laid-back Paternoster – welcome to the West Coast!

Activities:

Accommodations:

• Silver Paternoster Dunes Boutique Guest House
• Gold Linhof Boutique Guest House
• Platinum Strandloper Ocean Boutique Hotel

Make the most of your final morning in Paternoster - take a long beach walk, soak up the sun, go horse-riding, or sip a barista special down at the Crayfish Wharf. If you're up for one last coastal indulgence, check out our lunch suggestions; some of Paternoster's restaurants rank among the world’s best, so booking well ahead is highly recommended. After lunch, it’s time to head inland for a scenic 2-hour drive from sandy shores to the rugged peaks of the dramatic Cederberg Mountains. You'll have enough time to settle, enjoy a sundowner, and get ready for a full day of Cederberg tomorrow!

Activities:

Accommodations:

• Silver Mount Ceder
• Gold Kagga Kamma Lodge and Nature Reserve
• Platinum Cederberg Ridge Wilderness Lodge

After a final breakfast in the majestic Cederberg Mountains, it’s time to pack up and head for new heights—this time, the picturesque peaks of the Witzenberg Mountain Valley, where the charming Cape Dutch town of Tulbagh is waiting to be explored. To get there, you’ll travel south via a scenic mix of gravel and tar roads. The most straightforward route leads along the R303 towards Ceres, before continuing on the R46 through the fruit-growing heartland of Ceres and the quaint town of Wolseley. The total distance is about 125 kilometres and the drive should take around two hours.

Activities:

Accommodations:

• Silver Saronsberg Vineyard Cottages
• Gold Rijk's Wine Estate and Guesthouse
• Platinum Tulbagh Boutique Heritage Hotel

The drive from Tulbagh to Cape Town takes just over 1.5 hours (121 km) via the scenic R44 and N1 highways. Once you arrive, settle in for your final two nights and treat yourself to a first-class dinner - you’ve earned it. With one full day left, make the most of it with iconic activities like a ride up Table Mountain or a champagne sunset cruise from the V&A Waterfront. Cape Town is the perfect finale to your journey, full of flavour, views, and unforgettable moments. And who knows… this might just be the end of your first Southern Africa itinerary, and the beginning of the second!

Activities:

Accommodations:

• Silver City Lodge Hotel - VA Waterfront
• Gold Cape Heritage Hotel
• Platinum The Bay Hotel

All good things come to an end. This is your last day, and it's time to catch your flight home from Cape Town International Airport. Sad to leave…? Not to worry! You can also hop on a domestic flight to Johannesburg or Pretoria and add a few days to your holiday. How about meeting the Big Five (or Seven!) during a safari? Or relaxing at a picturesque beach? Let us know your wishes, and we will gladly organise a holiday extension to help you explore the other parts of South Africa.