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YOUTH RUGBY TOUR IN SOUTH AFRICA
Day One: CAPE TOWN
Welcome to South Africa! On arrival, you will be met and escorted to the coaches for your orientation tour of Cape Town prior to arrival at the Park Inn Hotel. You will be able to leave your luggage for storage until check in time.
Park Inn, formerly known as Greenmarket Square Hotel is situated on the historic Greenmarket Square and forms part of the Central Business District of Cape Town. Over centuries this hotel has earned the distinction of being the meeting place for Capetonians and distant travellers alike. Historic buildings, continental cafes and interesting shops, surround this attractive hotel.
Transfer to the majestic Table Mountain. The 360 degree rotating cable car will take you to the top of the mountain where you can enjoy the sweeping views over Cape Town and out to Robben Island. Lunch may be enjoyed at the top of the mountain and this will be for your personal accounts. Return to the hotel where you may check in, unpack and relax.
This evening, there will be coach shuttles to The V&A Waterfront where you can enjoy dinner at leisure and take in the bustling atmosphere at this working harbor.
Situated between Robben Island and Table Mountain in the heart of Cape Town’s working harbour, the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront has become South Africa’s most visited destination. Set against the backdrop of magnificent sea and mountain views, exciting shopping and entertainment venues are intermingled with restaurants and bars!
Overnight at The Park Inn Hotel.
Day Two: CAPE TOWN
Breakfast in the hotel.
Morning Rugby Match against one of the Private Schools, or Clubs, in Cape Town (Arrange Direct)
You will be transferred to the V&A Waterfront where lunch will be at leisure prior to boarding the Ferry at the Nelson Mandela Gateway for the crossing to Robben Island.
For nearly 400 years, Robben Island, 12 kilometres from Cape Town, was a place of banishment, exile, isolation and imprisonment. It was here that rulers sent those they regarded as political troublemakers, social outcasts and the unwanted of society. During the apartheid years Robben Island became internationally known for its institutional brutality. The duty of those who ran the Island and its prison was to isolate opponents of apartheid and to crush their morale. Some freedom fighters spent more than a quarter of a century in prison for their beliefs. Those imprisoned on the Island succeeded on a psychological and political level in turning a prison 'hell-hole' into a symbol of freedom and personal liberation. Robben Island came to symbolise, not only for South Africa and the African continent, but also for the entire world, the triumph of the human spirit over enormous hardship and adversity.
Return to the hotel and freshen up. The coach shuttle will be doing trips to the V&A Waterfront for those interested, alternatively, enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants in the area.
Overnight at The Park Inn Hotel.
Day Three : CAPE TOWN
Today we embark on a full day tour of the Cape Peninsula. We take in the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay, before crossing over to Hout Bay, where you may choose to join an optional boat cruise to Seal Island. From here we drive to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve via Chapman’s Peak, one of the world’s most breathtaking coastal drives, where you will board a funicular to the top of the Peninsula to witness the symbolic meeting of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans as well as have spectacular views over False Bay. We enjoy lunch near here (not included – own account) before continuing to Simonstown, the naval base, and visiting the African Penguin breeding colony at Boulders Beach. En route back we stop at the world renowned Kirstenbosch Gardens before arriving at your hotel for overnight.
An evening coach shuttle will be on standby for those wishing to go out for Dinner.
Overnight at The Park Inn Hotel.
Day Four: STELLENBOSCH
Breakfast at the hotel prior to checking out and departing for a scenic tour out to the picturesque town of Stellenbosch. A stop will be made at one of the estates where a Wine Tasting will be conducted for the Adults and a Cellar Tour for the children.
Lunch will be at leisure for your own accounts.
The heart of South Africa's wine industry, Stellenbosch is a place of great beauty and culture that's steeped in South African tradition. The Stellenbosch Wine Route is arguably the country's most famous, and the Stellenbosch Wine of Origin area includes 106 cellars - most of which are open to the public. The heart of the town lies somewhere near the oak-lined Dorp Street. With its venerable old buildings, this is the University's main thoroughfare, where modern student life sits comfortably side by side with our history and architectural heritage.
Afternoon Rugby Match against Paul Roos High School in Stellenbosch. (Arrange direct)
This afternoon, check into the Stellenbosch Hotel and freshen up prior to taking the coach shuttle into the town where dinner may be enjoyed at one of the endless selections of restaurants.
Stellenbosch Hotel is a 27 room boutique style hotel with Museums, art galleries and curio shops all within safe walking distance. Enjoy old world charm with air-conditioned modern comforts and friendly, attentive hospitality in the historic centre of Stellenbosch - capital of South Africa's most famous wine route.
Overnight at The Stellenbosch Hotel.
Day Five: GARDEN ROUTE
Following breakfast, check out and depart for the breathtakingly beautiful scenic drive along the famous Garden Route!
The Garden Route includes one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline. The delightful town of George, known as "The Gateway to the Garden Route", graces a coastal plateau in a fertile area of lush greenery at the foot of the Outeniqua Mountains. The coastal drive links a series of charming towns interspersed with natural beauty.
Stops can be made along the way where everyone can personally decide what they would like to visit. Lunch will be enjoyed en route in one of the pretty towns and will be for your own account. On arrival in Knysna, you will check into the Graywood Hotel.
A small town with a big presence… Knysna has a well-deserved international reputation as the Garden Route's vacation hot-spot. It remains a characterful village set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, yet offers an astonishing array of activities and attractions. The Graywood Hotel is a centrally situated, small, stylish hotel which is in walking distance from both the vibrant town centre and Knysna Waterfront.
Take a leisurely stroll into the town or Waterfront for dinner this evening and soak up the energy of this vibrant little coastal town!
Overnight at The Graywood Hotel.
Day Six: KNYSNA
This will be a day spent at leisure to enjoy the town and activities available…the options are endless!
The visitor to Knysna is spoilt for choice when faced with this question. There is something for every one to do. For the adventurous there is abseiling, scuba diving or quad-biking. For the nature lover there are forests, the mountains and the nature reserves. For the shopper, there are interesting shops tucked away around every corner, and for the person with a passion for history, well, Knysna will intrigue you….
Lunch and Dinner will be for your own accounts, which leaves a day entirely at leisure to do what you would like to do and when you would like to do it!
Some optional activities include:
- A Ferry to Featherbed Nature Reserve
- Visit to Monkeyland and Birds of Eden
- Knysna Elephant Park
Overnight at The Graywood Hotel.
Day Seven: PORT ELIZABETH
This morning, after breakfast, you depart Knysna and travel onto Port Elizabeth with a stop off at Storms River en route. Lunch will be for your own account en route.
The city is situated 260 km from Knysna and +- 800km from Cape Town. It is known for its sunshine and safe sandy beaches. For the tourist wanting a total South African experience, Port Elizabeth is the perfect complement to the Garden Route, Settler Hinterland, Sunshine Coast and Cape. Located on the South Eastern coast of Africa, this major sea port and tourist destination is set along the beautiful shores of Algoa Bay, and is fondly referred to as the Friendly Eco-City.
On arrival in PE, check into the Kelway Hotel and have some time to relax and explore prior to this afternoon’s fascinating tour!
This afternoon, enjoy a tour into the Township where you will gain insight into the local African communities. You will then be taken to a Shebeen where you will enjoy a ‘different’ type of evening….its exciting and unique and a must do experience!
Where there’s a township, there’s a Shebeen! These previously outlawed establishments are the vibrant, throbbing heart of the community where locals meet for a drink and often music and dancing too. The township version of the pub is an essential part of social life where people gather to enjoy themselves.
Enjoy a fun evening and meet the local people when we take you to our pick of exciting venues where the pulsating music and entertainments is the best of Africa. Experience Xhosa hospitality at its finest as you tuck into a traditional dinner, enjoy the laid-back vibe and drinks that are outrageously cheap!
Overnight Kelway Hotel.
Day Eight: PE / DURBAN
This morning, a Rugby Match in the local Township will be played and lunch will be arranged at the venue which is included.
You will be transferred to Port Elizabeth Airport, where you will check in for your flight to Durban (excluded).
On arrival in Durban, you will be transferred to the Blue Waters Hotel where you will check in and have the remainder of the afternoon at leisure to take a stroll on the beach across the road or explore the beachfront which is on the doorstep of the hotel.
This evening, there will be coach shuttles to the famous Florida Road, where Restaurants, Bars and Coffee Shops line the streets – dinner will be at leisure for your own account.
Return shuttles will take you back to the hotel after dinner.
Overnight at The Blue Waters Hotel.
Day Nine: DURBAN
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Durban High School where a mid-morning Rugby Match will be played. (Arrange direct)
Lunch will be for your own account and you will have the afternoon at leisure.
There will be shuttle buses running to Gateway Shopping Centre, as well as Ushaka Marine World for those interested in getting out.
Ushaka Marine World - At the end of Durban’s Golden Mile is the beginning of a new world of fun, entertainment and excitement. Ushaka Marine World spanning over 15 hectares of prime beach front, is Africa’s largest Marine Theme Park. Ushaka incorporates fresh and sea water, lush vegetation, natural minerals, and the recreation of a 1920’s cargo ship wreck into a magical world of sea and marine life. The marine park is tastefully themed with African imagery and exudes an air of fun and excitement.
Gateway Shopping Centre – This shopping centre is the largest in the area with a complete array of shops ranging from clothing, sports, boutique stores, home ware, décor and many more. There is a wide selection of restaurants and bars from which to choose and the centre also boasts its own tidal wave pool where you can try your hand at surfing or body boarding. There are cinemas, skate parks, kiddies science and learning lounges and even a Go-Kart track for those wanting a bit of speed. The choices are endless!
This evening, a shuttle bus will be running to Umhlanga where you can enjoy dinner at leisure.
Overnight at The Blue Waters Hotel
Day Ten: DURBAN
This morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to Hilton College, where a morning Rugby Match will be played.
Lunch will be for your own account and you will have the remainder of the afternoon at leisure.
An afternoon Sight seeing coach will be available, as well as a coach to Ushaka Marine World.
Overnight at The Blue Waters Hotel.
Day Eleven: KZN MIDLANDS
A relaxing leisurely morning, prior to departing for the scenic journey to the KZN Midlands.
Lunch will be at leisure to enjoy en route when the coaches stop at many of the quaint little streets, lined with curio shops, delis and local restaurants.
The children will be taken to Michaelhouse where they will meet their hosts and unpack for the evening. The parents will be taken onto Woodridge Country Estate where they will check in for the evening.
Woodridge Country Estate is situated in the Kwa-Zulu Natal Midlands, Balgowan Valley. A four star country style retreat for the nature lover who desires fine food, fine wines, and a chance to rejuvenate body, mind and soul.
This evening, the children will join their parents at Woodridge Country Estate for a true African Boma Experience! (Exclusive Venue). Enjoy a traditional South African Braai (BBQ) under the skies, and be entertained by Zulu dancers as your senses soak up the local atmosphere.
The Boma provides visitors with an opportunity to experience a truly outdoor African eating extravaganza within the Nature Reserve. All Food is prepared and cooked by expert African chefs and cooks. The African skies provide the ideal backdrop to the African dancers! Guests can experience the exciting textures and flavours of traditional African food served according to international standards.
Children overnight at Michaelhouse.
Parents overnight at Woodridge Country Estate.
Day Twelve: DUNDEE
This morning, a Rugby Match against Michaelhouse will take place. (Arrange Direct).
Following this, you will set off for Dundee via Ladysmith.
Sightseeing will be enjoyed along the way with comfort stops for lunch and Museums.
On arrival in Dundee, you will check into the Royal Inn Hotel for the evening. Dinner is included and will be enjoyed in the hotel restaurant.
Overnight at The Royal Inn Hotel.
Day Thirteen: ZULULAND
After an early breakfast, set off for the battle site of Isandlwana. A local battlefield specialist will meet you there and give you an overview of the epic battles of iSandlwana and Rorke’s Drift.
Eleven days before the historic Isandlwana battle, during which the British army was to suffer its biggest defeat ever at the hands of a native military foe, British High Commissioner in South Africa at the time, Sir Bartle Frere, had launched an invasion of Zululand after the expiry of his impossible ultimatum to the Zulu King Cetshwayo had expired. Frere was trying to establish a confederation of white-led states in southern Africa, but the Zulus stood firmly in the path of his ambitions.
A packed Picnic Lunch is included and will be enjoyed en route during one of the stops.
Continue onto Zulu Nyala Game Lodge where you will check in for some relaxing time in the surrounds of the magnificent African bush and wildlife!
Zulu Nyala Private Game Reserve provides a unique and tantalising taste of the African bush, in the heart of one of South Africa's most diverse conservation regions. This small section of paradise is home to a wide variety of game from majestic elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard to abundant plains game and over 400 species of bird life.
Enjoy an evening Game Drive in an open vehicle prior to returning to the lodge for dinner this evening.
Overnight at Zulu Nyala Game Lodge.
Day Fourteen: ZULULAND
Early morning Game Drive, followed by breakfast at leisure.
You will have the remainder of the day at leisure to relax and enjoy the facilities on offer at the lodge.
Facilities available include an entertainment area, swimming pool, viewing decks, games room, tennis, snooker as well as a Spa for those who would like to indulge in some pampering (additional cost).
Lunch is included and served at the lodge.
This afternoon, enjoy an optional afternoon Game Drive. (For own account)
Return to the lodge for dinner whilst you enjoy your last evening under the African skies!
Overnight at Zulu Nyala Game Lodge.
Day Fifteen: ZULULAND
Following breakfast, check out and place your luggage in storage for the morning.
Depart on an interesting Zulu Cultural experience which includes lunch en route. As you bid farewell to the bush, your last leg of the journey in KZN takes you to Durban International Airport, where you will check in for your Domestic Flight to Johannesburg before connecting to your International flight back home.
Wishing you fond memories of South Africa – truly The Rainbow Nation!!
Costs:
£935 per adult, based on two people sharing
£ 861 per child, under 18, based on two people sharing
£186 pp single supplement
NB: Subject to Exchange Rate Changes
Costs include:
• Private transfers & touring in 2 x 40 Seater luxury coaches
• 3 night's at The Park Inn Hotel B&B - Standard room
• 1 night at Stellenbosch Hotel B&B - Classic & Luxury Rooms
• 2 nights at Graywood Hotel B&B - Standard Rooms
• 1 night at The Kelway Hotel B&B - Superior Rooms
• 3 nights at Blue Waters Hotel B&B - Standard room
• 1 night at Woodridge Country Estate B&B - Standard Rooms (Adults), Michaelhouse (Children)
• 1 night at The Royal Inn DBB - Standard room
• 2 nights at Zulu Nyala Full Board + 1 Game Drive Standard room
• Zulu Nyala Includes: Accommodation, 3 Meals and 1 x Game Drive per day
• Meals and excursions as per itinerary
• 2 x Fully qualified English speaking SA Guides
• Guide meals and accommodation
• Provision for Zeta tour leader
• Drinks on the coach
• Hotel porterage
• Airport porterage
• VAT and taxes
NOT INCLUDED:
• Visas
• Flights (international and domestic)
• Items of a personal nature
• Tips and Gratuities
• Drinks at meals, other than water
• Meals and entrances not specified above