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Itinerary: Day 1: Cape Town On arrival at Cape Town International Airport you will be met by our representative, who will assist you with the formalities and collection of your rental car (Group H: Audi A4 / BMW 3 Series Automatic or similar). Once your luggage has been loaded you make your way to Cape Town’s bustling V&A Waterfront, where your hotel is situated. Overnight at the Cape Grace Hotel – Luxury Room [Bed & Breakfast]With a classically inspired exterior and graceful elegance within, Cape Grace offers the ultimate experience for discerning travellers. Set on its own private quay on Cape Town’s vibrant Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, the hotel is a destination in itself. Cape Grace’s charm lies in its intimate atmosphere, stylish décor and personalised hospitality. You will find the staff warm and flexible with a spirit of unrivalled generosity. All 122 rooms have harbour or mountain views. Cape Grace is centrally located with quick and easy access to the airport, city centre and popular tourist destinations. Each of our 122 guestrooms and suites features a carefully chosen selection of fine furniture, luxurious fabrics and attention to detail that create an immediate sense of place. Double-glazed French doors open to scenic views of the international yacht marina, Table Mountain or the buzzing Waterfront harbour. All rooms include a thoughtful variety of delightful details designed to make guests feel at home. From fragrant fresh flower arrangements to the tasty in-room deli snacks and scented bath and body products. Elegantly styled and generously proportioned, each of our guestrooms is a warm and inviting space in which to relax and enjoy your stay in Cape Town www.capegrace.com Days 2 – 4: Cape Town These days are yours to spend at leisure in Cape Town. Overnight at the Cape Grace Hotel – Luxury Room [Bed & Breakfast] Day 5: Cape Town – Hermanus After a scrumptious breakfast you make your way to the coastal village of Hermanus via the picturesque Sir Lowry’s Pass. En route you might want to visit a wine estate to taste some of the top wines that South Africa have to offer. Overnight at Birkenhead House – Middle Room [Fully Inlcusive]Birkenhead House has eight opulently appointed sea-facing suites offers expansive vistas of Hermanus Walker Bay. From the comfort of the residence, you can look forward to sighting the majestic Southern Right whales that enter the sheltered waters of Walker Bay every year to calve. Other attractions include a gym and treatment centre, and a dual-level swimming pool located in a sheltered courtyard. Not forgetting, of course, Hermanus ’ two best swimming beaches which are just a stone’s throw away. At Birkenhead House world-class cuisine is a matter of course. Lavish meals and seafood delicacies are served up daily, and room service will be happy to oblige guests with a sumptuous breakfast in bed. www.birkenheadhouse.com Day 6: Hermanus Day at leisure. Overnight at Birkenhead House – Middle Room [Fully Inlcusive] Day 7: Hermanus – Knysna Today you head off to Knysna, which is the capital of the Garden Route. Your lodge is situated just outside of Knysna on the way to Plettenberg Bay. Overngight at Tsala Treetop Lodge – Suite [Bed & Breakfast]Tsala Treetop Lodge is an amazing blend of stone, wood, glass and water, resting high above the forest floor in the tree tops of the indigenous forest of the coastal Garden Route. The unique modern structures of Tsala Treetop Lodge rise out of the ruins of a mystical ancient civilization thatmay have existed here. The legend that has been created, imparts an atmosphere of adventure and romance. Arriving at the Porte Cochere, along the cobbled approach road, you follow the boardwalk past the fountain, across the reflection pond and into the imposing Tsala Treetop Lodge. Tsala Treetop Lodge has elevated walkways that lead you from the central lodge to your suite, where intimate luxury awaits you. Your private suite is warmed in winter by a cosy ceramic fireplace, open to both the bedroom and lounge. Tsala Treetop Lodge's huge freestanding bath tub easily fits 2 and on your private wooden deck is a private rim-flow plunge pool, with views across the treetops into the broad valley below. Tsala Treetop Lodge is quite simply unique and very desirable. Accommodation here is very sought after as there is nothing quite like it for originality, exquisite comfort, incredible style and romantic privacy. www.tsala.co.za Days 8 – 9: These days are yours to spend at leisure to explore the Garden Route. Overngight at Tsala Treetop Lodge – Suite [Bed & Breakfast] Day 10: After breakfast you drive to Port Elizabeth, also known as the “friendly city”. On the way, you might want to drop in at the Tsitsikamma National Park and take a walk to the suspension bridge, which is over the mouth of the Storm’s River.Overnight at The Windermere Hotel – Suite [Bed & Breakfast] Designed with elements of contempory chic and decorated with custom made fittings and furniture, the eight large luxury bedrooms provide spacious sitting areas, mini bars ,satellite TV, DVD, air conditioning and heating, safes and a dedicated IT port (the entire hotel is also wireless compatible). Enjoy breakfast al fresco in the courtyard or indoors, a room service menu is available for light lunches and dinners, however most guests enjoy the luxury of choice and ask for a reservation at some of the city’s top restaurants- some within walking distance Day 11: After breakfast once you have explored Port Elizabeth, you drive to Port Elizabeth airport, where you return your rental car and start your homebound journey. END OF SERVICES Cost: $4,150. per person sharing (based on 2guests traveling) Includes: · Meet & Greet at Cape Town International Airport · Car Rental Group H: Audi A4/BMW 3 Automatic on Super Cover · Unlimited Mileage · 4 nights accommodation at the Cape Grace, incl daily breakfast · 2 nights accommodation at Birkenhead House, incl all meals and local beverages · 3 nights accommodation at Tsala Treetop Lodge, incl of daily breakfast · 1 night accommodation at The Windermere Hotel, incl breakfast Excludes: · Flights and airport taxes · Fuel · Entrance Fees and activities · Meals not specified in the itinerary · Personal Expenses Kindly note that this proposal does not constitute a reservation and that all accommodation establishments and car rental are strictly subject to availability. This quote is valid until 31 Dec 2007. |