South Africa: From Wine to Wild

Your Small Group Discovery Tour begins! Welcome to Cape Town, commonly referred to as the “Mother City” by locals, as it was home to the first European settlement in South Africa. Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon. TOUR HIGHLIGHT ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Globus is proud to feature magnificent hotel experiences during your tour of Africa via a collection of premiere properties developed by iconic hotelier, the late Liz McGrath. This celebrated matriarch of three stunning South African properties known as the Liz McGrath Collection, including The Plettenberg in Plettenberg Bay, The Marine in Hermanus, and The Cellars-Hohenort in in Cape Town, devoted her visionary passion for superlative hospitality to become the extraordinary Mrs. M, as her staff so fondly called her.

City Sights & Soaring Heights Start the day with a highlight by skipping the lines at Cape Town’s most popular site. Enjoy a scenic cable-car ride to the top of Table Mountain for stunning 360-degree views over the city. Later, visit the V&A Waterfront where history meets modernity. Located in the heart of the city, this area offers a unique variety of dinning, shopping, and entertainment options. Enjoy free time here to explore on your own or join an optional helicopter flight over the city. Later, return to the hotel for a [LOCAL FAVORITE] guided walking tour of the gardens followed by a welcome dinner featuring local beer and wine. (B,D) LOCAL FAVORITE SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Join a private guided walking tour of the onsite gardens of your hotel at The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel & Spa. A testament to its rich history, the trees in the forest surrounding the resort date back 300 years to when it was known as Klaasenbosch Farm. The garden boasts magnificent views of the Table Mountain range and contains a myriad of delights, from the Picnic Garden and Hohenort Lawns, to a structured garden with a beautiful water feature, and several ponds. Eco-zones within the gardens include 950 grape vines, as well as herb, vegetable, and citrus gardens, which grow fresh produce for the onsite restaurant. TOUR HIGHLIGHT ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT The 5-star luxury boutique Cellars-Hohenort hotel, surrounded by nine acres of perfectly manicured and award-winning gardens. Located in what is known as Cape Town’s vineyard in the historic Constantia Valley, the hotel is inspired by the natural beauty of the gardens and amazing views of Table Mountain, all reflected in the design throughout the rooms, with light streaming in through large windows and a natural color scheme creating a soothing 51-room retreat. ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE Take your adventure higher with an optional helicopter ride exploring an important part of South Africa’s history. Depart the V&A Waterfront, passing by Green Point and Cape Town cityscape, towards Robben Island for an aerial view of the buildings and prison where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated. Optional excursions are available for purchase with MyGlobus.

Rocky Coast & Beach Life Take a scenic drive along stunning Chapman’s Peak Drive en route to Cape Point Nature Reserve. Stop at the Cape of Good Hope before arriving at Cape Point. Ride a funicular to the steps of the old lighthouse with panoramic views of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit Boulders Beach to see a colony of endangered African Penguins. Free time this evening. (B,L) TOUR HIGHLIGHT TUXEDO JUNCTION Jackets aren’t required on Boulders Beach, even though the residents look dressed to the hilt. The only penguins found on the continent, African Penguins are known for the unique sound they make. Colonies can be found from southern Namibia all the way around the South African coast, and Boulders Beach is the premiere viewing spot.

Garden Parties After a morning at leisure, leave the city behind and journey into the stunning Winelands. The first stop is Delaire Graff Estate, the jewel of the Winelands. Enjoy a tasting while taking in the stunning views from the property or peruse the vast, personal art collection of estate owner and diamantaire, Laurence Graff. Continue to Boschendal wine estate and working sustainable farm for a [LOCAL FAVORITE] farm-to-table Werf Picnic lunch, including a glass of Boschendal wine. Afterwards, continue to the historic Lanzerac Estate for a 2-night stay. (B,L) LOCAL FAVORITE PICNIC SEASON The Boschendal wine estate sets the standard for sustainable eating with a philosophy of no-waste food and soil-to-farm practices. Enjoy the Boschendal Estate like a local with a farm-to-table, seasonal Werf Picnic lunch on the big Pavilion Lawn where bold views and flavors are only topped off with a glass of wine from the estate. Each picnic basket includes hand-selected fare made from farm products, including freshly baked bread, salads from the Werf Garden, free-range, handmade charcuteries cuts, and more. After lunch, enjoy free time to shop at the farm store, play lawn games, or simply take in the view of the stunning Drakenstein Valley and the Simonsberg and Groot Drakenstein mountains. TOUR HIGHLIGHT SOUTH AFRICA’S FINEST In the heart of South Africa’s Winelands, enjoy a wine tasting experience like no other at Delaire Graff Estate to sample some of South Africa’s finest vintages served with spellbinding views across Simonsberg Mountain. Globally recognized as an essential South African destination, the estate spans acres of fragrant gardens, with exclusive boutiques, breathtaking art at every turn, and sustainability at its heart. Its 20 hectares of vineyards on the slopes of Botmaskop Mountain, the vineyards produce a bounty of Bordeaux reds, Chardonnay grapes, and elegant vintages named by the World’s Best Vineyards as one of the Top 50 wineries—first within the African continent. TOUR HIGHLIGHT ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Set in the heart of a 162-hectare working wine estate on the outskirts of picturesque Stellenbosch, the Lanzerac Hotel & Spa is the perfect base from which to explore the Cape Winelands. Established over 330 years ago, the estate’s gracious opulence has earned the hotel a 5-star rating. The hotel also prides itself with 4 renowned restaurants, beautiful gardens, scenic walking and hiking opportunities, 4 swimming pools (indoor and outdoor), a wellness spa, and a wine cellar.