You will be met by your local tour guide and depart on a long drive today. Travel along Sir Lowry’s Pass, with its magnificent views, to Grabouw and Elgin, a lush landscape surrounded by majestic mountains. Stop en route at a farmstall packed with locally produced products from the area. Our journey continues to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. The area has largely been untouched and unexplored with its rugged coastline being the graveyard for many a ship. The historic Cape Agulhas Lighthouse is considered the icon that signifies the tip of Africa. After this thrilling experience, we continue via historic Swellendam and the Tradouw Pass to Barrydale and the famous Route 62. Continue to Oudtshoorn, known as the ‘ostrich feather capital’ and centre of the world’s Ostrich farming industry. Enjoy dinner at an Ostrich Farm, dining on local specialities such as Ostrich Steak. Overnight in Oudtshoorn. [Included Meals: Dinner]
Itinerario
Descubre la belleza natural de la exuberante Ruta Jardín
La Ruta Jardín es un viaje de exploración, de descubrimiento y la oportunidad de ver por qué esta parte del mundo es famosa por su seductora diversidad. Este tramo de costa conecta Mossel Bay con la desembocadura del río Storms y cuenta con playas de arena, preciosos lagos y lagunas, frondosos bosques de hoja perenne y laderas salpicadas de proteas.
Empezarás en Ciudad del Cabo y te dirigirás al Cabo de las Agujas, el extremo más meridional de África y verdadero punto de encuentro de los océanos Atlántico e Índico. Luego pasarás un tiempo en Oudtshoorn, donde los avestruces son la principal fuente de turismo, así como en las Cuevas de Cango. Knysna es la siguiente parada, que cuenta con una preciosa laguna y bosques míticos. Tu aventura llega a su fin en la acogedora ciudad de Gqeberha (Puerto Elizabeth).
Lo más destacado
- Visita una granja repleta de productos locales de la región de Overberg
- Visita el Cabo de las Agujas (el extremo más meridional de África)
- Viaja por el pintoresco Paso de Tradouw
- Visita guiada a las Cuevas de Cango y visita guiada en tractor a una granja de avestruces en Oudtshoorn
- Cata de vinos, con degustación de vinos de primera calidad de la región de Klein Karoo
- Crucero al atardecer por la laguna de Knysna
- Disfruta de TRAVEL WITH A PURPOSE Actividades opcionales cuidadosamente seleccionadas que tienen un impacto positivo tanto en los viajeros como en los destinos que visitan
- Esta Excursión Magnífica Ruta de los Jardines de 4 días es un módulo de la Excursión Esplendor de la Ruta de los Jardines de 6 días, por lo que los huéspedes que viajen en la Excursión Magnífica Ruta de los Jardines abandonarán la excursión el Día 4 en Knysna, mientras que los huéspedes que viajen en la Excursión Esplendor de la Ruta de los Jardines continuarán con la excursión otros 2 días en la Ruta de los Jardines.
El viaje incluye
- 5 Comidas: 3 desayunos, 1 comida, 1 cena con propina (excluidas todas las bebidas)
- 3 Noches de alojamiento con porteo incluido
- Transporte, peajes incluidos, en vehículos con aire acondicionado
- Servicios de un guía profesional de habla inglesa
- Entradas especificadas en el itinerario
- Agua embotellada en envases ecológicos
Notas del viaje
Mínimo 2 adultos
Las tarifas están sujetas a la disponibilidad de todos los servicios en el momento de la reserva
Salidas
Lunes seleccionados
Todas las salidas indicadas son en inglés.
*** Consulta con nosotros las tarifas de las visitas privadas.
*** Los viajes privados están sujetos a disponibilidad.
*** Disfruta de experiencias cuidadosamente seleccionadas que repercuten positivamente en nuestros viajeros y en los destinos que visitamos
*** Si solicitas un viaje con salida en 2025, es posible que el itinerario haya cambiado ligeramente. Consúltanos los cambios de itinerario.
Programa del tour
Ciudad del Cabo - Cabo de las Agujas - Oudtshoorn
Punto de partida
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Oudtshoorn
After a leisurely breakfast take a tour of the spectacular limestone caverns of the Cango Caves, one of the world’s great natural wonders, sculpted by nature through the ages. Join a fun filled interactive guided tractor tour at a working Ostrich Farm, followed by a wine tasting, sampling top quality wines of the region. Overnight in Oudtshoorn. [Included Meals: Breakfast]
Oudtshoorn - Knysna
After breakfast, travel over the Outeniqua Pass to George, the sixth oldest town in South Africa, with many historical landmarks like the King Edward VII Library building; said to be the best example of Edwardian architecture in the town. Visit the Outeniqua Transport Museum in George. This museum offers a unique experience of the Garden Route’s railway history, showcasing a vast collection of vintage vehicles, locomotives and other transport related artifacts. The tour continues via Wilderness, an attractive holiday resort, to Knysna, known as the oyster box of South Africa, nestling on the banks of a beautiful lagoon in the heart of the Garden Route. Enjoy a delicious lunch en route of traditional cuisine and local treats. The remainder of the day is at leisure until you join an afternoon sunset cruise on the Knysna Lagoon.
Overnight in Knysna. [Included Meals: Breakfast & Lunch]
Knysna - Gqeberha (Puerto Elizabeth)
After breakfast, you’ll be transferred (unescorted, driver only) to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). You’ll head eastwards along the Tsitsikamma Forest to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), affectionately known as the “friendly city”. The tour ends on arrival in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). [Included Meals: Breakfast]
Guests may disembark, on request, at Chief Dawid Stuurman Airport.
Punto final
Port Elizaberth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Política de cancelación
STANDARD CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS
1 CANCELLATIONS
1.1 General Conditions
1.1.1 Cancellations made more than 45 days prior to arrival will not normally result in cancellation fees being charged. However;
1.1.2 Cullinan Guided Journeys reserves the right to recover any costs incurred or charges received from suppliers up to the date of cancellation.
1.1.3 In the event of services being cancelled 45 days or less, prior to arrival, the following cancellation fees will apply.
• 45 days to 36 days before commencement of services: 25% total quoted tour price due.
(Subject to 2. above)
• 35 days to 16 days before commencement of services: 50% of total quoted tour price due.
(Subject to 2
• 15 days or less before commencement of services : 100% of the total quoted tour price due
We recommend that you ensure that your passengers take adequate personal cancellation insurance cover before departure from home.
1.2 Special Conditions
For tours that include services of certain suppliers with more stringent policies, e.g., National Parks Board, Blue Train, Private Lodges and others, different cancellation fees will be enforceable. These will be provided when applicable.
2 AIRLINES
Cancellations and refunds
In the event of cancellation or failure, for any reason whatsoever, to use confirmed space, as ticketed, 25% (twenty five percent) of the applicable airfare will be forfeited. A change of reservation constitutes a cancellation. Extension of ticket validity is no permitted, save when a passenger is hospitalised due to illness or in the event of death of a member of the passenger’s immediate family.
Responsibilities and booking conditions
All airfare reservations are arranged subject to the conditions imposed by the respective airline.
3 UNDERTAKING
Cullinan Guided Journeys undertakes to provide all services offered subject to the terms and conditions set out herein, which terms and conditions are accepted by the passenger.
4 DEFINITION
Cullinan Guided Journeys means: Cullinan Holdings LTD T/A Cullinan Guided Journeys
Passenger means: Individuals, groups, companies or other legal persons using the services offered by Cullinan Guided Journeys and includes the agents of passengers.
Services means: The provision of accommodations and/or transportation and/or meals as offered by Cullinan Guided Journeys and accepted by the Passenger.
5 TERMS OF PAYMENT
5.1 On confirmation of services - a deposit of 25 % of the quoted tour price is required (N.B: For tours that include Blue Train and/or Private Game Reserves and Lodges, a different schedule of deposits, payments and cancellation fees apply. This will be provided when applicable.)
45 days before commencement of services - full payment plus rooming list is required.
Notes
i) Bookings made within 45 days of commencement of services must be accompanied by full payment of the tour plus rooming list.
ii) Where circumstances do not permit the timeous receipt of funds, explicit confirmation of transfer of funds will enable us to reserve services.
5.2 If payments are made in negotiable foreign currency, the payer will be responsible for any short payment resulting from exchange rate fluctuations. The exchange rate applied by the official bankers of Cullinan Guided Journeys on receipt of moneys will be accepted as the applicable rate.
5.3 If the required deposit or final payment is not received by due date, Cullinan Guided Journeys reserves the right to withdraw services.
6 LUGGAGE
One suitcase and one overnight bag per person is allowed. Cullinan Guided Journeys accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to luggage or personal property from whatsoever cause arising. Passengers are advised to take up adequate insurance cover.
7 DELAYS
Cullinan Guided Journeys shall not be responsible for the consequences of any delays whether arising from accidents, breakdowns, or any other cause.
8 RESPONSIBILITY
Cullinan Guided Journeys carries comprehensive passenger liability insurance details of which will be made available on request. Cullinan Guided Journeys is not responsible for any damages sustained by any passenger as a result of any act or omission whatsoever of any hotel, airline or other person, notwithstanding the fact the Cullinan Guided Journeys acted as agent of such hotel, airline or other person.
9 LAW
The law of the Republic of South Africa shall govern the relationship between Cullinan Guided Journeys and the passenger and the Courts of the Republic of South Africa shall have sole jurisdiction in respect of any claims and/or disputes which may arise between Cullinan Guided Journeys and the passenger, or Agent.
Detalles del tour
Alojamiento
- 3 noches de alojamiento
HABITACIONES ESTÁNDAR
Día 1 - Casa de Huéspedes La Plume o similar
Día 2 - Casa de Huéspedes La Plume o similar
Día 3 - Hotel Rex o similar
Transporte
Vehículo turístico con aire acondicionado
Seguro
Vuelos
Los vuelos internacionales no están incluidos.
Servicios adicionales
Hotel Porterage
Cuevas de Cango
Granja de avestruces
Crucero al atardecer por la laguna de Knysna
Comidas
3 desayunos
1 comida
1 cena
Guía
Guía de habla inglesa incluido
Bueno saber
Divisa
Rand
Sudáfrica