Luxurious Highlights Tour
9 night luxury itinerary taking in famed Londolozi, Ellerman House in Cape Town and The Last Word, Franschhoek.
Day 1
You will be met at Nelspruit Airport, and transferred to Londolozi Founder's Camp, approximately 2.5 hours' drive away. (One may charter to the Camp too, at an additional cost). The Londolozi Game Reserve is a 14 000-hectare (34 580 acres) wildlife paradise situated on the Sand River, in the heart of the Sabi Sands Game Reserve, which shares an unfenced border with the Kruger National Park. The 10 superior luxury chalets are situated in the shade of ancient trees along the banks of the Sand River. The air-conditioned chalets feature en-suite bath, shower, thatched wooden deck and original mahogany beds. All suites also feature an additional stone-laid outside shower. The charmingly simple and serene chalets are nestled under ancient Ebony and Matumi trees, with two of the suites inter-leading with a glass skywalk. Dining takes place in a traditional African Boma, where you can savour the exquisite Pan-African cuisine whilst watching the animals come down to drink at the river. Days 2 and 3 Guests can enjoy dawn and late afternoon guided game drives with an expert ranger and tracker. Your game viewing experience is complemented by many other memorable activities such as: moonlit bush dinners, private bush breakfasts, guided stargazing trips, bird-watching, port served on the airstrip - usually after dinner on a clear night, fishing with bamboo rods and visits to the staff village encompassing the crèche, school, adult learning centre, clinic and craft centre (available to guests at Tree, Founders, Pioneer and Bateleur Camp), bush presentations in orientation centre (available to guests at Tree, Founders, Pioneer and Bateleur Camp). Londolozi is a prime wildlife haven and has been rated the best game experience in Southern Africa. The characteristic species of the Sabi Sand are impala, greater kudu, giraffe, buffalo, lion and leopard. Lions are the only truly social members of the cat family, and sightings of lion prides are the order of the day at Londolozi. Day 4 After breakfast, your transfer service will collect you from the Lodge, and will return you to Nelspruit Airport in time to check in for your flight to Cape Town International Airport. At Cape Town International Airport you will be met and assisted with the collection of your rental vehicle. Proceed to Ellerman House, approximately 30 minutes' drive from the Airport. Ellerman House is situated in the Cape Town suburb of Bantry Bay and offers sweeping views across the Atlantic Ocean to Robben Island. The Hotel has two of the finest collections of South African original art and vintage wines. In the bar, guests can savour a drink or two as the Hotel boasts four fully stocked cellars of South African vintage wines, guests can select from over 17 000 bottles! At Ellerman House guests can relax in the many living rooms that flow onto sweeping verandas and patios. The fully equipped gym and sauna add to the luxury and convenience. Relax in the stately library and browse the collection of old, rare and new volumes. Vertical Divider
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Ellerman House offers luxurious accommodation with all deluxe bedrooms and luxury suites designer furnished and individually decorated. Sharing or single, the room rate is the same and is inclusive of breakfast, drinks (excluding wine and champagne), valet facilities and ad hoc secretarial services.
You will be accommodated in Deluxe House Rooms their breath-taking ocean backdrop. The rooms are spacious, with two sets of double rooms opening to a private balcony. The Deluxe House rooms are all en-suite, and include satellite TV, air conditioning, wireless internet, heated floors, and a complimentary minibar. The average room size is 44 square metres (474 square feet). Days 5, 6 and 7 Explore Cape Town and its surrounds. Overnight at Ellerman House, breakfasts included. Day 8 After breakfast, head for the Winelands and the historic town of Franschhoek, just 90 minutes' drive away. Nestled between towering mountains in the beautiful Cape Winelands lies the magnificent Franschhoek Valley. This is the food and wine heartland of the country, where splendid wines are grown and top chefs create international cuisine. Here breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, world class cuisine and the finest wines all combine to create lasting memories. The Last Word Franschhoek is an exclusive five-star historic residence in the heart of Franschhoek village, South Africa's gourmet capital. It's only a minute's walk from the many excellent, award-winning restaurants and numerous character-filled shops and galleries. Beautifully restored in the Cape Huguenot tradition, this intimate Hotel creates an elegant, sophisticated interior with a handsome mixture of classic and contemporary furnishings There are six luxurious rooms, four superior doubles which open onto private patio gardens and two suites, which have access to semi private pools. All have large en-suite bathrooms. You will be accommodated in Superior Double rooms, with breakfast , beverages, premium spirits, wireless internet, tourism levy and 14% VAT included. Day 9 Time to explore the Franschhoek Valley: Gourmet Wining & Dining; Boutique shopping; Walking & Hiking; Mountain Biking; Wine Tasting (27 Estates); Chocolate Tasting; Cheese Tasting; 20 World Class Restaurants; Historic buildings & museum; Championship Golf Courses; Bicycle hire; Wine tasting on horseback Franschhoek is one of South Africa's most beautiful locations. Central to the Winelands, there are also museums, wonderful crafts, art and antique shops and galleries. The main streets are lined with coffee shops and restaurants. Make use of the Wine Tram – it will take you to local wine farms, where you may enjoy tastings and lunches. Day 10 After breakfast at the Last Word, you will depart Franschhoek, driving to Cape Town International Airport, where you will return your hired vehicle, and board your flight home. |
Included in this itinerary:
Road transfer from Nelspruit Airport to Londolozi Founder's Camp
3 Nights at Londolozi Founder's Camp in an en-suite Chalet
All meals, teas and coffees daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, two game drives daily in open land rovers, nature walks accompanied by experienced armed trackers, one group yoga class per day at Varty Camp, Fitness Room at Varty Camp
Road transfer from Founder's Camp to Nelspruit Airport
Car Hire: for 7 days including contract fee, super insurance cover, unlimited km
4 Nights at Ellerman House in a Deluxe House Room
Fully inclusive breakfast, Laundry, Beverages(excluding wines & Champagne), inclusive of spirits and beer, Fully stocked in-room bar with luxury brands, Guest pantry (24 hour) with wide selection of snacks and in-between meals, Daily sunset cocktails & canapés, Access to Ellerman House Spa & Fitness Centre, Uncapped Wireless Internet access, 24-hour monitored security, Private and secure parking available, Individual attention from Senior Managers who personally supervise Guest Services
2 Nights at the Last Word Franschhoek in a Superior Double room
Breakfast, beverages, premium spirits, wireless internet access, tourism levy and 14% VAT.
Not included:
Travel and medical insurance
Visa requirements
Champagne, cognacs, cellar wines, premium brand spirits, cigars & cigarettes and additional activities at Londolozi Founders Camp
Lunches, dinners, wines, champagnes and activities whilst at Ellerman House
Additional meals and activities whilst at the Last Word Franschhoek
Fuel
Gratuities and items of a personal nature
Road transfer from Nelspruit Airport to Londolozi Founder's Camp
3 Nights at Londolozi Founder's Camp in an en-suite Chalet
All meals, teas and coffees daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, two game drives daily in open land rovers, nature walks accompanied by experienced armed trackers, one group yoga class per day at Varty Camp, Fitness Room at Varty Camp
Road transfer from Founder's Camp to Nelspruit Airport
Car Hire: for 7 days including contract fee, super insurance cover, unlimited km
4 Nights at Ellerman House in a Deluxe House Room
Fully inclusive breakfast, Laundry, Beverages(excluding wines & Champagne), inclusive of spirits and beer, Fully stocked in-room bar with luxury brands, Guest pantry (24 hour) with wide selection of snacks and in-between meals, Daily sunset cocktails & canapés, Access to Ellerman House Spa & Fitness Centre, Uncapped Wireless Internet access, 24-hour monitored security, Private and secure parking available, Individual attention from Senior Managers who personally supervise Guest Services
2 Nights at the Last Word Franschhoek in a Superior Double room
Breakfast, beverages, premium spirits, wireless internet access, tourism levy and 14% VAT.
Not included:
Travel and medical insurance
Visa requirements
Champagne, cognacs, cellar wines, premium brand spirits, cigars & cigarettes and additional activities at Londolozi Founders Camp
Lunches, dinners, wines, champagnes and activities whilst at Ellerman House
Additional meals and activities whilst at the Last Word Franschhoek
Fuel
Gratuities and items of a personal nature