Titan Travel The Best of South Africa

19-day itinerary

Day 1: UK – In flight

You will be collected from your home by Titan Travel’s VIP door-to-door service for the overnight flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2: Johannesburg – Sandton

Transfer directly to the hotel after arriving in Johannesburg, with there being some free time in the afternoon to explore independently.

DaVinci Hotel Sandton (4-star)****

Day 3: Kruger National Park

Embark on your South Africa exploration with trip to the Kruger National Park, where you’ll start by checking-in to your lodge ahead of a two-night stay. After having settled into your accommodation and its facilities, scan for iconic animals such as lions, cheetahs and elephants, while on a scheduled game drive.

Mdluli Safari Lodge, Kruger National Park (4-star)****

Day 4: Kruger National Park

Wake up bright and early on day four as you prepare for another game drive. The afternoon is then free for you to spend at your own leisure, or you can choose to join another game drive to scan for more of the region’s iconic wildlife.

Mdluli Safari Lodge, Kruger National Park (4-star)****

Day 5: Kruger National Park – Eswatini (Swaziland)

After breakfast, the journey continues to the south as you head to Swaziland. The afternoon is free.

Foresters Arms, Mhlambanyatsi, Eswatini (4-star)****

Day 6: Mkuze

Visit Ngwenya Glass in the morning – where recycled glass is re-crafted into unique wine glasses, before travelling to KwaZulu-Natal and transferring to the hotel. Spend the rest of the day immersing yourself in the tranquil surroundings.

Ghost Mountain Inn, Mkuze (4-star)****

Day 7: Mkuze

After enjoying a morning at your own leisure, take part in a boat cruise on Lake Jonzini during the afternoon. Following this, enjoy an authentic barbecue (braai) with Zulu entertainment in the evening.

Ghost Mountain Inn, Mkuze (4-star)****

Day 8: Umhlanga

Gain fascinating insights into traditional village culture and everyday life while visiting DumaZulu Cultural Village in the morning, before checking-in to your hotel in Umhlanga for an overnight stay.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga (5-star)*****

Day 9: Durban – Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

Enjoy some free time in the morning and early afternoon before travelling to Durban airport for the flight to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth).

Boardwalk Hotel, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) (5-star)*****

Day 10: Tsitsikamma National Park – Knysna

Travel to Tsitsikamma National Park for an unforgettable exploration around the region’s impressive forests, rivers and coastlines. After enjoying an included lunch, the adventure continues to Knysna.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays (4-star)****

Day 11: Knysna

Climb onboard a ferry for a journey to the Featherbed Nature Reserve. While here, soak up the spectacular panoramic views from the surrounding waters, before spending the remainder of the day at your own leisure.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays (4-star)****

Day 12: Oudtshoorn

Head out for a scheduled tour and lunch at Cango Ostrich Farm in the afternoon, prior to you overnight stay in Oudtshoorn.

Queens Hotel, Oudtshoorn (4-star)****

Day 13-14: Arniston

Experience a scenic drive on the spectacular Route 62 as you travel towards the idyllic fishing village of Arniston. Enjoy a two-night stay here, with the rest of day 13 and 14 being free for you to explore more of what the village has to offer.

The Arniston Hotel (4-star)****

Day 15: Hermanus – Betty’s Bay – Cape Town

Travel to Arniston to Hermanus – a well-known destination for whale-spotting, before continuing on to Betty’s Bay via the coastal route. After arriving here, check-in to your hotel in Cape Town.

The Commodore Hotel, Cape Town (4-star)****

Day 16: Cape Town

Embark on an immersive city tour of Cape Town, which includes a visit to Table Mountain via a cable car ride. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore or join an optional excursion.

The Commodore Hotel, Cape Town (4-star)****

Day 17: Cape Town

An additional day of free time to spend as you please. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to visit the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point lighthouse. You will also have the opportunity to take part in an optional wine tasting experience in the winelands.

The Commodore Hotel, Cape Town (4-star)****

Day 18: Cape Town – In Flight

Return to the airport ahead of the flight back to the UK.

Day 19: UK

On arrival, Titan’s travel service will take you back home.

11 Different excursions and visits (see tour highlights)