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Cape Town In Style
(Jan 7 - Mar, Apr 6-30, May, Aug - Oct, 2010)
From USD 2399 + $290 Fuel Surcharges + $145 taxes

Day 1 - Depart from New York or Washington, DC for your flight to Cape Town, South Africa via Johannesburg on South African Airways.

Day 2 - On arrival at Johannesburg's Oliver Tambo International Airport's Central Terminal Building/Terminal B, collect your luggage and then clear customs and immigration. Connect with your domestic flight to Cape Town. On arrival at Cape Town Airport you will be met by a representative and transferred to your hotel.

The luxurious Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa lies where earth, sea and sky meet poised above Atlantic rollers and flanked by the majestic Table Mountain and her Twelve Apostles mountain range in glorious Cape Town. This intimate 5-star hotel fully lives up to its stunning location, with exceptional standards of service and relaxed Cape hospitality providing the perfect counterpoint to its dramatic backdrop. Deluxe guest rooms and spacious suites, two breathtaking pool gardens magically perched above the ocean, the glorious Azure Restaurant accompanying exquisite cuisine, wonderful friendly service with endlessly seductive sea views. All barely ten minutes from the bustling heart of the city, with nearby attractions including prime diving spots, nature trails, and seals, dolphins, whales and penguins. Twelve Apostles are also extremely proud to have been awarded the prestigious honor of being named Southern Africa's only "Leading Spa 2005" by The Leading Hotels of the World for providing guests with a truly luxurious and exceptional spa experience! Accommodation: Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa

Day 3 - Today is a leisure day. Cape Town is a city with a diverse range of attractions, sights and activities to offer and has something for everyone. From the landmark beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay to the vibrant V&A Waterfront and Cape Town city centre, the award-winning wine farms of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek - time spent in Cape Town will not be forgotten. Cape Town is a sophisticated city at the gateway to a majestic continent. The Mother City is a place where old and new harmoniously converge - in history, architecture, cultural pursuits and the essence of its people. Warmed by the African sun, the city is dominated by a towering, table-shaped mountain, set on a peninsula of soaring, rocky heights and lush valleys, where two oceans converge- Indian and Atlantic. Immense natural beauty, and the fast pace and bright lights of a great urban centre meld effortlessly here. Firmly positioned on the international map, Cape Town offers a myriad things to do and places to see, whatever your tastes, inclinations or budget.

Tonight dine at the popular Azure Restaurant, in the Twelve Apostles Hotel. A variety of exquisite dishes are created, including meat, seafood and vegetarian options. From the smoked ostrich and green fig salad, freshly shucked oysters or spinach and barlotti bean tortellini, your taste buds will be infused by the finest of organic ingredients. Azure is the first to introduce Fynbos cooking - utilizing this natural wild vegetation from our gardens. Round your meal off with a delightfully sweet dessert of chilled pineapple consommé or Bea's baked cheesecake taken on our terrace where you can enjoy the stunning views overlooking the ocean. Accommodation: Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa (B, D)

Day 4 - Today is a leisure day. Suggested tour: Winelands tour. This can be arranged and booked with us.

While South Africa's fertile valleys are world famous for their crisp white and classic French-style red wines, the Winelands area is also a treasury of rustic beauty and sprawling estates shaded by giant oak trees. The backdrop of the Hottentots Holland Mountains, the white gabled Cape Dutch homesteads and the oak-lined streets and lanes all blend in to give this place a charm that will not be quickly forgotten. See some of the wine estates that were developed by early settlers who produced the wines sought after by Napoleon, Bismarck and royalty such as Edward VII. Stop for a wine-tasting on an estate, where you will have the opportunity to purchase some of the wines. Accommodation: Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa (B)

Day 5 - Today is a leisure day. It is your last full day in Cape Town for last minute shopping or a visit to one of the many places of interest. Cape Town is a marvelous combination of natural beauty and historic and cultural sites, offering world-class museums and bustling markets, inviting beaches and lush gardens, as well as great restaurants and wonderful shopping. Accommodation: Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa (B)

Day 6 - Today you will be transferred from your hotel to Bushmans Kloof. The five-star exclusive Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve is the "world's best hotel" according to the 2009 Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards! Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Retreat is an ecological oasis, uniting luxury and nature, 168 miles/270 kilometers from Cape Town at the foothills of the Cederberg Mountains. Bushmans Kloof is a proud member of Relais & Chateaux and is recognized as one of South Africa's Natural Heritage Sites. It is a sanctuary to many endangered species of fauna and flora and home to more than 130 ancient rock art sites, a sanctuary to more than 755 plant species, and stunning waterfalls and deep ravines. Guests can enjoy daily guided rock art walks and evening game drives, mountain biking, fishing, hiking, canoeing and swimming in clear mountain rock pools.

Accommodations are elegantly appointed and furnished to create a feeling of restfulness and peace. A subtle fusion of African and European design enhances your personal space at Bushmans Kloof, while small surprises and thoughtful details offer you a special welcome. The rooms and suites all have designer en-suite bathrooms and private terraces with magnificent views over rolling lawns, the river and onto dramatic rock formations. The luxury and comfort of the bedrooms are enhanced by hand-made bed linen and custom made fabric.

This afternoon enjoy a sunset game drive in open game viewing vehicles, with drinks and snacks served at one of the many vantage points in the reserve. Knowledgeable rangers lead the game drives where guests can view at close range a variety of game, both large and small, and enjoy the ever-changing vistas and vegetation. Accommodation: Bushmans Kloof (B, L, D)

Day 7 - This morning participate in a rock art tour, which provides the visitor with an insight into an ancient culture that has been lost forever. Unique and unspoiled, this once hunting ground of the intrepid San, is home to an incredible variety of wildlife and plant species, and is a premier spring flower destination. The remainder of the day is at leisure to enjoy one of the other optional activities available at Bushmans Kloof. Botanical walks, mountain hikes and bird watching are available. Mountain biking down one of the many rocky slopes offers a challenge to the very adventurous. Fly-fishing enthusiasts may opt for a day excursion to the Biedouw River to challenge the famous Clanwilliam yellowfish on a catch-and-release basis. Swimming in one of the river's crystal clear natural rock pools or in the Lodge's swimming pools offers welcome relief on a hot summer day. Guests may also picnic in the reserve or simply relax on the rolling green lawns alongside the river. Those who prefer more leisurely pursuits can amble through the Homestead and admire the original Bushmans Kloof art collection painted by artist Stephen Townley Bassett, or relax in the comfort of the extensive library.

The deep calm of the silent hills provides balm for the soul, and sweeping vistas from the Cederberg to the Great Karoo provide a space for the spirit to just "be". The sounds of birdsong and trickling water are relaxing as you lounge on the rolling green lawns alongside the river and swimming pools, or wander among indigenous gardens and fascinating rock formations, gouged out over eons. After dark, the River Boma offers incomparable stargazing. While at Bushmans Kloof you will have the opportunity to enjoy a complimentary Signature massage to the value of ZAR550 per person. Accommodation: Bushmans Kloof (B, L, D)

Day 8 - Today you will be transferred to Cape Town for your scheduled flight to Johannesburg. On arrival at Johannesburg's Oliver Tambo International Airport, connect with your scheduled international flight to the USA.

Day 9 - Arrive in New York or Washington, DC with a lifetime of memories!

Fuel Surcharges of USD $290 and Taxes of USD $145 are not included in package pricing.

The USD $2,399 rate is valid for May and August 15-31, 2010. This package is also available at other times of the year at the following rates:

Jan 7 - Mar 31= $3,199, Single Supplement Fee = $1,210
Apr 6 - 30 = $2,999, Single Supplement Fee = $1,080
May = $2,399, Single Supplement Fee = $720
Aug 1-14 = $3,099, Single Supplement Fee = $720
Aug 15-31 = $2,399, Single Supplement Fee = $720
Sept = $2,899, Single Supplement Fee = $850
Oct = $3,199, Single Supplement Fee = $1,210

Rates are per person based on double occupancy.

INCLUDES:
Roundtrip, international, economy airfare from Washington DC or New York to Cape Town via Johannesburg
Domestic flights as indicated in itinerary
All services as specified
6 Breakfasts
2 Lunches
3 Dinners
Game drives as specified in itinerary
Complimentary Signature massage while at Bushmans Kloof
Transportation in luxury air-conditioned vehicles including qualified drivers
Sightseeing as per itinerary led by qualified English speaking guides
SAA Vacations representative Meet and Greet upon arrival

EXCLUDES:
Items of a personal nature such as laundry, telephone calls, drinks, etc.
All other services not mentioned
Gratuities/tips for game rangers, trackers, tour guides, and drivers
Costs of obtaining passports and/or visas
Trip cancellation insurance