Day 1: Arrival & Iconic Cape Town Highlights
Morning:
Airport Transfer: Arrive at Cape Town International Airport; private transfer to your luxury hotel (options: The Silo Hotel, One&Only Cape Town, or Ellerman House).
Table Mountain Adventure: Ascend via rotating Aerial Cableway (one of the New7Wonders of Nature) for 360° views of Table Bay.
Afternoon:
Bo-Kaap Cultural Immersion: Explore the 17th-century Malay Quarter’s candy-colored houses and learn about its Muslim heritage.
Historical Gems: Visit the Castle of Good Hope (built in 1666, SA’s oldest colonial building) and Company’s Garden, a 17th-century Dutch vegetable garden.
Evening:
Sundowner at Hout Bay: Sip champagne on the beach as the sun dips behind Chapman’s Peak.
Day 2: Cape Peninsula & Penguins
Morning:
Cape of Good Hope: Hike or take the Flying Dutchman Funicular to the lighthouse at Africa’s southwestern tip.
Boulders Beach: Walk among endangered African penguins (2,000+ colony) via raised boardwalks.
Afternoon:
Chapman’s Peak Drive: Traverse this engineering marvel (9km cliffside road with 114 curves) en route to Constantia Wine Estate.
Wine & Dine: Private tasting at Groot Constantia (SA’s oldest winery, est. 1685) paired with Cape Malay cuisine.
Day 3: Winelands Extravaganza
Full Day:
Stellenbosch & Franschhoek: Tour historic estates like Boschendal and La Motte. Enjoy cellar tours, barrel tastings, and a gourmet lunch at Le Petit Ferme.
Franschhoek Wine Tram: Hop between vineyards in a vintage tram.
Cheese Pairing: Sample artisanal cheeses at Fairview.
Day 4: Robben Island & Waterfront Elegance
Morning:
Robben Island Tour: Ferry to the UNESCO site where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned (18 years). Guided by former political prisoners.
Afternoon:
V&A Waterfront: Luxury shopping at Victoria Wharf, lunch at Nobu, and visit the Zeitz MOCAA (Africa’s largest contemporary art museum).
Evening:
Fine Dining: Michelin-starred experience at The Test Kitchen.
Day 5: Kirstenbosch & Coastal Serenity
Morning:
Kirstenbosch Gardens: Wander this UNESCO-listed botanical Eden, home to 7,000+ indigenous plants.
Afternoon:
Free Time: Choose a helicopter tour over the Twelve Apostles or relax at Clifton Beach.
Evening:
Camps Bay Sunset: Cocktails at The Bungalow overlooking the Atlantic.
Day 6: Adventure Day – Choose Your Thrill
Option 1: Shark Cage Diving
Gansbaai: Dive with great whites (June–August peak) in the “Shark Alley.”
Option 2: Safari at Aquila Reserve
Big 5 Safari: Day trip to a private reserve with lion, elephant, and rhino sightings.
Evening:
Farewell Dinner: Private beach braai (barbecue) under the stars.
Day 7: Departure
Leisurely Breakfast: Enjoy final moments at your hotel.
Airport Transfer: Depart with a curated souvenir hamper.
