Trip Info
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pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
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2-20
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To be provided for during the trip
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Cape Town
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game drives & boat trip
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English, French, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic
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To be provided for during the trip
Overview
This tour’s highlight is a comprehensive city tour of Cape Town, widely celebrated for its breathtaking beauty. You’ll then venture along the Cape Peninsula and spend a full day uncovering the Cape Winelands, where exceptional wine tastings await. Your final night will be spent at Aquila Game Reserve, featuring both evening and early-morning safaris.
Highlights
- Luxury tour: This luxury tour uses hotels.
- Private tour: This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
- Can start any day: If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
- Can be customized: You can request changes to this tour.
- Suitable for solo travelers: Solo travelers can book this private tour.
- Suitable for all ages: This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Itinerary
On arrival at Cape Town Airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. After check-in, freshen up and proceed on a sightseeing tour, visiting Bo-Kaap, the V&A Waterfront, Greenmarket Square and the Houses of Parliament. Later, go on the Table Mountain cable car and watch the most stunning sunset with a panoramic view of the Mother City. Return to the hotel for your overnight stay.
Main Destination: Cape Town (City)
Accommodation: The Capetonian
Luxury hotel located in Cape Town (City)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
Have Breakfast at the Hotel & then proceed for the Cape Town City Orientation Tour. You will be visiting Bo-Kaap, the V&A Waterfront, Greenmarket Square and the Houses of Parliament. Later, go on the Table Mountain cable car and watch the most stunning sunset with a panoramic view of the Mother City. Return to the hotel for your overnight stay.
Main Destination: Cape Town (City)
Accommodation: The Capetonian
Luxury hotel located in Cape Town (City)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed on a private, full-day Cape Point/Peninsula tour. Join us on Africa's premier tour route to the romantic meeting place of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans. The explorer, Sir Francis Drake, called it "the fairest Cape that we saw in the circumference of the globe". This tour offers a full and exciting day out.
It includes Hout Bay, a 30-minute cruise to the seal colony (weather permitting), Cape Point Nature Reserve, Cape Point, Cape of Good Hope, swimming in the Indian Ocean is possible, and visiting the penguin colony in Simon's Town. On your return to the hotel, the rest of the evening is at leisure.
Main Destination: Cape Town (City)
Accommodation: The Capetonian
Luxury hotel located in Cape Town (City)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
Today, we proceed for a full-day tour to the Cape Winelands which is only a 50-minute drive from Cape Town. The Cape Winelands of the Western Cape is one of the big drawcards to South Africa. It manages to effortlessly combine the beauty of ripening vineyards, Cape Dutch manor homes, and excellent cuisine (and, of course, award-winning wines) in valleys surrounded by indigo mountains.
The beautifully located towns of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek are within easy reach of Cape Town, and are some of the oldest cities in the country with a rich history and culture. You will enjoy a guided tour of these 2 towns and visit the 3 top wine estates for a wine tasting before we make our way back to Cape Town.
Main Destination: Cape Winelands
Accommodation: The Capetonian
Luxury hotel located in Cape Town (City)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
After breakfast, proceed for a Safari Game Drive in Aquila Game Reserve. Aquila is more than just an unforgettable Big 5 safari experience, it is an experience in luxurious African hospitality, close to Cape Town.
Upon arrival, proceed for the Safari & later enjoy a delicious lunch at the lodge. After the tour, return back to the Hotel in Cpe Town. Overnight stay in Cape Town.
Main Destination: Aquila Game Reserve
Accommodation: The Capetonian
Luxury hotel located in Cape Town (City)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
Drinks not included
Breakfast at the Hotel. Check out and transfer to Cape Town Airport for your onward journey.
Main Destination: Cape Town International Airport (Cape Town)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Cost Excludes
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks
FAQs
Cape Town, Cape Winelands & Aquila Safari offer a perfectly balanced travel experience that blends city life, scenic landscapes, and wildlife adventure. Cape Town provides vibrant culture, beaches, Table Mountain views, and historic attractions like Robben Island. The Cape Winelands complement this with tranquil vineyards, wine tastings, gourmet cuisine, and charming towns such as Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Aquila Safari then adds the thrilling “Big Five” experience, giving travelers a chance to see lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and leopards in a malaria-free private reserve. Together, Cape Town, Cape Winelands & Aquila Safari make an ideal itinerary for both relaxation and exploration.
The best time to visit Cape Town, Cape Winelands & Aquila Safari is during the warm and dry months from late October to early April. Cape Town enjoys sunny beach weather, perfect for outdoor sightseeing. The Cape Winelands are especially beautiful during harvest season (January–March), with lush vineyards and many wine festivals. Aquila Safari is great year-round, but wildlife viewing is often best in the dry months when animals gather around waterholes. Visiting Cape Town, Cape Winelands & Aquila Safari during this period ensures ideal conditions for both city touring and wildlife spotting.
A well-paced trip to Cape Town, Cape Winelands & Aquila Safari typically requires 5–8 days. Spend at least 3–4 days in Cape Town to explore Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront, Cape Point, and the city’s beaches and cultural attractions. Dedicate 1–2 days to the Cape Winelands for wine tasting, vineyard tours, and gourmet dining. Aquila Safari can be done as a full-day trip, but staying overnight (1–2 nights) allows for multiple game drives and a more immersive bush experience. This timeline lets visitors enjoy Cape Town, Cape Winelands & Aquila Safari without rushing.
Cape Town offers activities like hiking Table Mountain, exploring Bo-Kaap, taking scenic drives along Chapman’s Peak, visiting museums, and relaxing on iconic beaches. In the Cape Winelands, travelers enjoy wine tastings, cellar tours, chocolate and cheese pairings, hot-air balloon rides, and leisurely picnics among vineyards. Aquila Safari includes morning and afternoon game drives, optional horseback or quad-bike safaris, spa treatments, and birdwatching. The variety of activities makes Cape Town, Cape Winelands & Aquila Safari ideal for families, couples, and solo travelers.
Yes—travel between Cape Town, Cape Winelands & Aquila Safari is convenient and straightforward. The Cape Winelands are about 45–60 minutes from central Cape Town by road, making them ideal for day trips or overnight stays. Aquila Safari is located roughly 2 hours from Cape Town, with well-maintained highways connecting the city to the reserve. Many tour operators offer seamless transfers, and self-driving is also common and safe. This easy accessibility is a major reason why Cape Town, Cape Winelands & Aquila Safari are often explored together.
Accommodation options across Cape Town, Cape Winelands & Aquila Safari cater to all budgets and preferences. Cape Town features beachfront hotels, boutique guesthouses, luxury city lodges, and self-catering apartments. The Cape Winelands offer vineyard estates, countryside manors, farm cottages, and romantic boutique hotels set among scenic valleys. At Aquila Safari, guests can choose from standard lodge rooms, family suites, luxury cottages, or premium units with private decks and views of the reserve. With such variety, visitors to Cape Town, Cape Winelands & Aquila Safari can tailor their stay to any style—from modern comfort to African wilderness luxury.
