| Selfdrive
Luxury Private Game lodge, Culture Tour and Magical Sun
City
11 Days / 10 Nights
ZA R16085 (+/- €1711) per person sharing. Minimum of
two persons
Valid until 30th October 2007
(Code 4009P)
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Day
1
On arrival at Johannesburg
International Airport you collect your 1600cc
air-conditioned car and head east on the freeway
to Mpumalanga. Overnight at a beautiful, luxurious
Mediterranean retreat situated on the banks
of the Elands River, halfway between Johannesburg
and the Kruger Park. Relax and enjoy the beautiful
gardens and surrounding scenery, or make use
of the hotel’s outstanding amenities including
Jacuzzi, sauna, gym, tennis court and swimming
pool.
Board
basis is Dinner, Bed & Breakfast. |
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Day
2
Departing
Machadodorp after a full breakfast continuing
eastwards to the Sudwala Caves turn off. An
ideal spot to have a break and visit the caves
and Dinosaur park, where scientists believe
could have been the cradle of human life. |
After contemplating
our ancestral roots you climb up over the scenic
mountains to the little forestry capital village
of Sabie for a light lunch in one of the many
interesting little restaurants in the main street.
Before reaching your final stop for the day,
a visit to the historic gold mining village
of Pilgrims Rest, now declared a national monument
is an excellent idea. This village is steeped
in history and is a must see. The original little
Royal Hotel was a Roman Catholic church in Maputo
which was disassembled and carried by ox wagon
to it current location. Sabie, the little timber
capital of Mpumalanga, is where you will overnight.
Board
basis is Bed & Breakfast. |
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Day
3
After a
sumptuous home cooked breakfast you travel
along the world famous scenic Panorama Route.
En route
you are tempted to stop and admire the scenery,
capturing photos of the breathtaking scenic
views and mountain waterfalls that you pass.
You have the option to pop into the Echo caves,
and after that a definite must see is the
Bombyx Mori Silk Farm where you can see rural
people processing silk the good old-fashioned
way and where you can also purchase some of
the pure silk products they have on offer.
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Then
it's off to your private 5* Safari Lodge on
the edge of a large watering hole where you
will spend the next 3 nights in complete and
utter pampered luxury.
Board
basis is all inclusive. |
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| Day 4 & 5
This
private game reserve lies in Balule Private
Nature Reserve on the border of the famed Kruger
National Park. This lodge is the epitome of
luxury accommodation in the heart of the African
Bushveld. Meals at the game lodge are an extraordinary
culinary experience where Traditional African
Cuisine fuses effortlessly with modern European
trends. To compliment the food, select any of
their fine wines from their extensive wine cellar.
All meals are served on a wooden deck high up
in the tree canopy overlooking the Olifants
River (weather permitting). Watch as the animals
come down to drink whilst indulging in some
of South Africa’s finest cuisine.
Selftours
does however offer a free complimentary entrance
to the cheetah rehabilitation and breeding program
nearby.
Board basis
is all inclusive. |
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| Day 6
After
a hearty breakfast it will be time to leave
this luxurious safari lodge and drive to
Hazyview
where you will be accommodated at a charming
private country lodge and enjoy sumptuous home-cooked
meals. Balance of the day is for your relaxation
either in the pool or with your feet up on a
sun bed. Being in the middle of 24-hectare estate
with panoramic views of forests, gorges and
great ravines it is easy to forget that the
world around you even exists.
Board basis
is Dinner, Bed & Breakfast. |
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7
Today you
will yet again have the day at your leisure.
You have a few options; further relaxation or
explore the meandering scenic road up to Sabie.
For the more energetic get into a canoe for
some river rafting or for those less energetic,
jump on a quad bike and head out into the hills.
Hot air ballooning at certain times can be pre-arranged.
The fun is all there for your choosing. Have
a word with the owner of the estate; she will
be able to point you in the direction of many
places of interest.
Board basis
is Dinner, Bed & Breakfast. |
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Day
8
After breakfast
it is time to set off westwards where you will
be staying in a cultural village - Gauteng's
most exciting showcase of African cultures.
Visitors to this village are introduced to tribal
arts, dancing, history, tribal legend and cuisine
of five of Southern Africa’s greatest
tribes. Have a traditional sangoma (witch doctor)
throw the bones and read your fortune and enjoy
the greatest feast and dance show in Africa.
Board basis
is Dinner, Bed & Breakfast and cultural
experience. |
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Day
9
After enjoying a traditional
breakfast it is time to say goodbye to the
tribes and head off for your final stop -
Sun City a little bit of Las Vegas in Africa.
This self-contained entertainment complex
is a two-hour drive from the village. On arrival
at Sun City you check into your luxury room
in the Cascades Hotel. There is much to do
and see so jump onto the Monorail and start
exploring.
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From
casino, extravaganza shows, fabulous restaurants,
two golf courses, water sports - you name it
and Sun City provides it a place where the fun
runs 24 hours a day.
Board basis
is Bed & Breakfast. |
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Day
10
Today you
will have the full day at your leisure in this
multi-billion dollar complex. There is so much
on offer you should plan your time carefully,
from an inland beach with a wave pool to glittering
casinos, golf and glamorous live extravaganza
shows.
Board basis
is Bed & Breakfast. |
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Day 11
Depending on the
time of your flight, you could still enjoy some
of the activities on offer. Eventually the time
arrives to load up your suitcases and head back
to Johannesburg International Airport (approx a
2 hour drive) and bid South Africa a fond farewell
taking with you your memorable vacation captured
on film.
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Selftours
supply a comfortable 1400cc vehicle with
air-conditioner, power steering and radio/CD
for your 11-day 10-night tour. The package
gives you unlimited free kilometres and
with comprehensive supercover insurance
for two drivers.
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100%
supercover insurance means no excess liability
for you to pay in the event of an accident
or theft of the car, subject to terms &
conditions that will be supplied to you
on collection of your car. Upgrades to larger
vehicles are also available on request as
an optional extra. |
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Upmarket
en suite accommodation including full English
breakfast.
Dinner at Machadodorp, Private Safari Lodge,
Graskop country lodge and the tribal village.
Fully inclusive wildlife experience.
Complimentary entrance to cheetah breeding centre.
Fully inclusive Tribal cultural experience.
Car hire Unlimited free Kilometres and super-cover
insurance for two drivers.
Your comprehensive Selftours Tour package.
All road maps of your tour area.
Various brochures to introduce you to activities
in your area.
Your car is collected from the airport and on
departure returned to the airport. |
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International
and/or domestic airline tickets.
Visas, if required.
Meals not specified, snacks, alcohol and beverages
Petrol
Entrance fees
Tips & Gratuity
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Notes:
The above costs are correct
at time of print.
Car hire, flights, tours, accommodation are subject
to availability at time of your confirmation.
The above does not include airline tickets, petrol,
gratuities, visas etc.
Selftours reserves the right to change accommodation
and or adjust tariffs should there be any price increase
between the designing of this proposal and the date
of your confirmation.
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