Flavors of South Africa Tour: New World Wine, Fine Dining & Classic Safari Experience

What to expect on this itinerary
Crafted with wine fanatics in mind, this luxurious 12-day tour of South Africa is designed to give you the perfect sampling of South Africa’s many flavors. From elegant wine estates in the Western Cape, to luxury lodges with expansive wine cellars in the heart of the bush, you will experience South Africa as guided by the country’s favorite wines. Coupled with an extraordinary culinary adventure, a sensational bush experience, and a few award-winning spas, this two-week tour will surely delight each and every one of your senses.
Customizable Itinerary
Cape Town - Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
This African adventure begins at Cape Town’s Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. The active harbor is the hub for tourism in this world famous city, and your chic hotel is located on the edge of it all. Having arrived in the city around midday, you will have the afternoon to leisurely adjust to the time change and pace of life. Browsing the varied boutiques and harbor side cafes while local South African marimba bands play lively songs behind you is one of the most perfect welcomes to the continent.
There are countless restaurants to choose between within this area, serving anything from fresh fish and chips to high-end Japanese fare. Some may prefer to wander, browsing menus as you go while others may prefer to make a reservation through the concierge. No matter your approach, be sure to factor in a drink at your hotel lobby, in order to sample your first South African wine from their vast cellar.
What's Included:
Cape Town - Tour of the Cape Peninsula and the City Center
Constantia - Lush and Leafy
Constantia - Timeless Vineyards
Stellenbosch - Famous Wine Route
Stellenbosch - Day of Indulgence
Franschoek - Culinary Adventure
Franschoek - Countless Vineyards
Cape Town - Fly into the African Bush
Thornybush Private Game Reserve - Embark on a Full Day of Safari
Thornybush Private Game Reserve - African Adventure
Johannesburg - Onwards with your Outbound Flight
Trip Highlights
- Depart on an adventure through the exclusive Thornybush Private Game Reserve, spending precious moments with the entire cast of Africa’s Big Five
- Wander through the oldest vineyards in the southern hemisphere, tasting chardonnays and cabernets
- Drive out to the Cape of Good Hope, and watch as the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet at this dramatic peninsula
- Indulge in the opulence and glamour, drifting away into a world of wine, diamonds and fine dining
- Embark on a culinary adventure at one of Africa’s most prized and awarded restaurants
- Retreat to the sensational spa between game drives, spoiling yourself with some of the continent’s best treatments in the heart of the bush
- Be treated like royalties at South Africa’s most impressive properties
Starting Price
$15,300 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Verified Traveler Reviews
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Wow, I ran out of superlatives–fantastic, awesome, amazing. Everything was well organized and the recommended accommodations were all top-notch. The guides were so expert in their field. Every activity was well worth the time. Every meal was delicious.
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Our first trip to southern Africa was amazing, exceeding all expectations. We saw everything we came to see, and more. The game rides were well structured and safe, the visuals were unbelievable, and taking a side trip to Victoria Falls was a great idea. The accommodations were quite luxurious, despite being considered mid-range. There was always someone there to greet us and guide us at every travel point.
Zicasso's tour operator tailored our itinerary to our wishes and was wonderful to work with. Things couldn’t have gone better.
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We had an awesome trip. Zicasso's travel expert was amazing. She accomplished everything.
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Zicasso's trip planner arranged the most fabulous trip for my family. She knew exactly what I wanted and delivered a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Africa! She always answered my questions promptly. She chose memorable experiences for us, our lodgings were top-notch, and she "kept in touch, behind the scenes," to ensure all elements were going smoothly. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone planning a trip to Africa!
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It was very well planned. Zicasso's travel specialist was responsive and flexible in the planning process and throughout the final details.
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The trip was amazing. Zicasso's trip expert did an awesome job planning the trip. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience and exceeded all of our expectations. The “in-country” travel was seamless. Our accommodations and tours were all top-notch. I can‘t thank her enough for planning this awesome experience.
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