{"id":1087,"date":"2020-07-13T10:36:38","date_gmt":"2020-07-13T10:36:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/?p=1087"},"modified":"2020-07-13T10:37:33","modified_gmt":"2020-07-13T10:37:33","slug":"12-day-cape-classic-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/2020\/07\/13\/12-day-cape-classic-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"12-Day Cape Classic Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.capecountryroutes.com\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Cape Country Routes<\/a> \u2013 a leading group of owner-operated and -managed accommodation and activity establishments situated along the Western and Easter Cape\u2019s scenic and historic routes \u2013 has put together for domestic&nbsp;travellers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>12-day Cape Classic Tour<\/strong><br><br>This package starts in the heart of South Africa\u2019s exceptionally beautiful and scenic Mother City and ends in its \u2018wild\u2019 province, the Eastern Cape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From Cape Town \u2013 with its rich and diverse culture, cosmopolitan atmosphere, vibrant nightlife, extraordinary architecture, world-class beaches, superior vineyards and stunning landscapes; to Stellenbosch \u2013 the picturesque university town that is a blend of historical architecture, student life, epicurean delights and oak-lined avenues; to Montagu \u2013 the quaint town that serves as the \u2018gateway\u2019 to the Little Karoo, well-known for its heritage, natural hot springs, rugged terrain, majestic mountains, spectacular passes, vineyards, orchards and rivers; to Oudtshoorn \u2013 the charming Klein Karoo town known as the ostrich \u2018capital of the world\u2019; to Knysna \u2013 the heart of the Garden route with a variety of things to do and see \u2013 the Knysna forest, Knysna heads, Noetzie Beach, or Buffelsbaai; to Jeffrey\u2019s Bay \u2013 affectionately known as J-Bay \u2013 home to some of the best surfing in South Africa. It is also popular for its aloe-studded landscape, sun-drenched beaches, dolphin spotting, and shell collecting. And then, to wrap up the Classic Cape Tour, the Eastern Cape, South Africa\u2019s \u2018wild\u2019 province with its stretches of untouched beach, peaceful river estuaries, lush forests, mountain vistas, the arid Karoo landscape, wildlife reserves including the remarkable Addo Elephant National Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Itinerary<\/strong><br><br>Two nights stay-over at the trendy 4-star Hippo Boutique Hotel, in Cape Town \u2013 the perfect base from where you can venture out to enjoy and experience Cape Town\u2019s sights, sounds and variety of activities \u2013 visit Table Mountain, explore the Cape Peninsula, go on a boat cruise from the V&amp;A Harbour, go shopping, dine at world-famous restaurants, helicopter flips, guided city walks and cycle tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The next two nights will be at the beautiful Evergreen Manor &amp; Spa, in the historical heart of Stellenbosch where an easy four-minute walk brings you to the centre of the town with many reputable restaurants, art galleries, museums and historical buildings. You can also take a guided bicycle tour of Stellenbosch and the Vineyards, a guided Vineyard hike, a Vine Hopper Hop On Hop Off wine tour and a Foodie walk through Stellenbosch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, only one night at the 4-star Art Deco-style Montagu Country Hotel, in the small town of Montagu \u2013 the \u2018heart\u2019 of Route 62. Here you can explore the wide streets lined with Cape Victorian national monuments, discover a wide range of wining and dining options, visit one of the many popular climbing spots in the mountains and for something different. Book a tour to visit the nearby wineries in a classic vintage car from American Dream Cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1092\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-1-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/?attachment_id=1092\" class=\"wp-image-1092\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-1-650x433.jpg 650w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-1-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-1-440x294.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"730\" src=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-2-1024x730.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1093\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-2-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/?attachment_id=1093\" class=\"wp-image-1093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-2-1024x730.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-2-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-2-768x547.jpg 768w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-2-1536x1095.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-2-2048x1459.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Hippo-2-650x463.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, it\u2019s onto a two-night stay-over at the 4-star De Zeekoe Guest Farm, 7 km outside Oudtshoorn. Its wide range of activities include hiking, birding, canoeing, stargazing, swimming and massages (at Karoo Tranquillity, its new salon) and the Cango Caves, the Safari Ostrich Farm and the not-to-be-missed world-unique opportunity&nbsp;of \u2018Walking with Wild Meerkats\u2019 (Five Shy Meerkats).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then two-nights at the luxurious 4-star Lofts Boutique Hotel, housed in the old Boatshed on Thesen Islands, Knysna. Its location, right on the waters\u2019 edge, provides guests with a tranquil and relaxing experience. Conveniently close are boutique shops (jewellery, clothing, interior furniture decor and health shops), and a host of activities are available: GoNow bicycles, stand-up paddling, kayaking, whale watching, sailing, sunset cruises and fishing. Other nearby attractions include the Knysna Elephant Park, the Knysna Forest, swimming beaches and three world-class golf courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, one-night at Supertubes Collection, situated only 30 meters from the world-famous Jeffrey\u2019s Bay surfing beach. Aside from surfing, other activities here include whale watching, fishing, horse-riding, Big Five game viewing, excursions and shopping \u2013 there are many surf brand factory shops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And the last two nights of the Cape Country Routes\u2019 Cape Classic Tour will be spent at a 150-year old haven of historical delight, the 4-star Zuurberg Mountain Village, Eastern Cape which borders on the Addo Elephant National Park. Activities at and around the hotel include the \u2018Elephant Experience\u2019, fantastic Big 5 game viewing opportunities, private guided game drives, guided walking trails and horse riding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Zuurberg-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Zuurberg-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Zuurberg-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Zuurberg-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Zuurberg-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Zuurberg-650x433.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Zuurberg-900x600.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Zuurberg-440x294.jpeg 440w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Zuurberg.jpeg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cost: <\/strong>R9 500 per person sharing on a bed and breakfast basis \u2013 excluded are all other meals, entrance fees and additional activities. Valid until 30 September 2020. T\u2019s &amp; C\u2019s apply.<br><br>Booking is essential.  Please use the code: CCR 12Day when booking CCR Central Reservations: &nbsp;076&nbsp;203 8929 (also WhatsApp), bookings@capecountryroutes.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This package starts in the heart of South Africa\u2019s exceptionally beautiful and scenic Mother City and ends in its \u2018wild\u2019 province, the Eastern Cape.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1095,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1087","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-travel"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1087","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1087"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1087\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1100,"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1087\/revisions\/1100"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1095"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1087"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1087"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1087"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}