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Day 6 Kruger National Park - Johannesburg - KnysnaTravel back to Johannesburg to board your flight to George. Upon arrival, travel to the picturesque resort town of Knysna, in the heart of the Garden Route, to enjoy a 3-night stay starting with a picturesque dinner at Featherbed Nature Reserve.
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Today we visit nearby Featherbed Nature Reserve. Begin with a lagoon cruise out to the famous Knysna Heads which mark the entrance to the lagoon. Next, board a 4x4 vehicle and travel deep into the forest. Discover the local flora and fauna during a leisurely paced nature walk. Enjoy lunch amongst the ancient milkwood trees – so called because of their white latex sap – before your return cruise. This afternoon, it's your choice! Visit Plettenberg Bay, a tranquil and charming town originally known as “Bahia Formosa” (or “Beautiful Bay”); witness views of beaches, dramatic rock formations and lagoons -OR- enjoy your afternoon at leisure in Knysna, with time to independently explore the charming waterfront.
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This morning’s township tour will highlight the diversity of this community, followed by a touching experience as you visit a school.* Learn about the efforts of the Collette Foundation and the local community to conquer the challenges of educating the children of the region. This evening enjoy leisure time.
DAY 9 KNYSNA
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Travel to Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of South Africa. Enjoy a guided tour of one of the oldest working ostrich farms in the area, after which you can catch a glimpse of ostriches big and small while on a tractor safari through the Lucerne fields. An outdoor barbecue lunch adds to an amazing day. Later this afternoon, arrive in the beautiful harborside city of Cape Town.
DAY 10 CAPE
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Journey to the beautiful winelands region, known for its colorful mountains and endless vineyards. Visit a local winery for a wine tasting, followed by lunch overlooking the vineyards. After lunch, take a tour of the wine cellar and learn about the different vintages and blends created at the winery.
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Explore the coastal scenery and charming towns that populate the Cape Peninsula. Travel out to Cape Point, stopping for a visit with the penguins at Boulders Beach. This evening, experience a unique farewell to Africa as you enjoy a lesson on the djembe drums before a communal African dining experience with dishes from all over the continent!
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PASSPORT
& VISA INFORMATION
Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements.
IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact.
DESTINATION FACTS & STATS
Time Zone
South Africa is 7 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time.
The currency is the South African Rand.
Electricity
The electrical current in the countries visited this tour is 220-240 Volts. An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and/or converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage different from the standard within the country you are visiting. Please note, if your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. When packing your electronic items for travel, please review the converter electric current level to make sure it is the same or greater than the items you are planning on using. If you plan on utilizing or transporting a sleep apnea machine, please remember to pack an extension cord and adapter plug to ensure proper function.
Elevation
Johannesburg has an elevation of 6,000 ft above sea level.
Spectacular
South Africa
Plan Ahead, Reserve Now!
Add a touch of personalization to your vacation by selecting from our well-researched list of options. While Collette is known for our many inclusions, we also want to be sure you have adequate free time and options to enhance your vacation – your way. And now, you can reserve your options in advance of your tour!
Availability is limited and reservations are on a first come, first serve basis. Payment must be received no later than 15 days prior to departure. Prices are subject to change. Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult.
Chobe Day Trip, Botswana - $225
Victoria Falls
Duration: 8 Hours
Depart this morning for a full day adventure into Botswana to Chobe National Park. Known for its teeming wildlife, forests, marshy swamplands and sandy, rocky outcroppings, Chobe offers and outstanding opportunity to see wildlife by land or river! Upon arrival into Botswana enjoy a fantastic cruise along the Chobe River seeking out the spectacular local animal population. With the opportunity to spot everything from spectacular bird life to the Big 5, you want to keep your camera ready! A delicious lunch will follow on the banks of the river at a typical local restaurant; before entering Chobe National Park. Finally, experience the extraordinary sands of Chobe National Park as you enjoy an open air safari searching for wildlife on land. Return in the early evening to Victoria Falls. Please note: The option cost includes the Chobe National Park Fee of $30 USD at time of printing. Should the fee increase, you will be responsible to pay the additional cost. Due to the nature of this optional item, once purchased it will be non refundable.
Dine with a Local Family - $65
Cape Town
Duration: 3 Hours
Cape Town’s culture and traditions come to light during dinner with a local family. You are in for a special treat during this a rare opportunity to join a family in their home for a home-cooked meal and friendly conversation. Make new friends in a comfortable setting as you savor the local flavors and sip a glass of wine. Share a laugh and stories of life from your home country as you learn about your hosts’ experiences growing up in South Africa and life in Cape Town today. Take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to truly get to know the people of Cape Town and experience their welcoming hospitality first hand.
is a global
leader of
world travel and Escorted Tours, offering 150 vacation choices on all
seven continents. We are a family-owned business, now in our third
generation of Sullivan-family ownership.
The
Collette
DifferenceCertain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements.
IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact.
DESTINATION FACTS & STATS
Time Zone
South Africa is 7 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time.
The currency is the South African Rand.
Electricity
The electrical current in the countries visited this tour is 220-240 Volts. An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and/or converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage different from the standard within the country you are visiting. Please note, if your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. When packing your electronic items for travel, please review the converter electric current level to make sure it is the same or greater than the items you are planning on using. If you plan on utilizing or transporting a sleep apnea machine, please remember to pack an extension cord and adapter plug to ensure proper function.
Elevation
Johannesburg has an elevation of 6,000 ft above sea level.
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Plan Ahead, Reserve Now!
Add a touch of personalization to your vacation by selecting from our well-researched list of options. While Collette is known for our many inclusions, we also want to be sure you have adequate free time and options to enhance your vacation – your way. And now, you can reserve your options in advance of your tour!
Availability is limited and reservations are on a first come, first serve basis. Payment must be received no later than 15 days prior to departure. Prices are subject to change. Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult.
Chobe Day Trip, Botswana - $225
Victoria Falls
Duration: 8 Hours
Depart this morning for a full day adventure into Botswana to Chobe National Park. Known for its teeming wildlife, forests, marshy swamplands and sandy, rocky outcroppings, Chobe offers and outstanding opportunity to see wildlife by land or river! Upon arrival into Botswana enjoy a fantastic cruise along the Chobe River seeking out the spectacular local animal population. With the opportunity to spot everything from spectacular bird life to the Big 5, you want to keep your camera ready! A delicious lunch will follow on the banks of the river at a typical local restaurant; before entering Chobe National Park. Finally, experience the extraordinary sands of Chobe National Park as you enjoy an open air safari searching for wildlife on land. Return in the early evening to Victoria Falls. Please note: The option cost includes the Chobe National Park Fee of $30 USD at time of printing. Should the fee increase, you will be responsible to pay the additional cost. Due to the nature of this optional item, once purchased it will be non refundable.
Dine with a Local Family - $65
Cape Town
Duration: 3 Hours
Cape Town’s culture and traditions come to light during dinner with a local family. You are in for a special treat during this a rare opportunity to join a family in their home for a home-cooked meal and friendly conversation. Make new friends in a comfortable setting as you savor the local flavors and sip a glass of wine. Share a laugh and stories of life from your home country as you learn about your hosts’ experiences growing up in South Africa and life in Cape Town today. Take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to truly get to know the people of Cape Town and experience their welcoming hospitality first hand.
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| MISSION STATEMENT Our whole purpose at Collette Vacations is to fulfill vacation dreams. Our daily goal is to deliver to our family of travelers the highest quality, best value and exceptional service, every time, everywhere. We strive to create extraordinary vacation experiences on all 7 continents. Our greatest reward is planning our clients’ next trip. |
IT'S IN THE DETAILS
Our NO WORRIES cancellation waver means you can cancel anytime prior to the day of departure and receive a full cash refund.
Add up the cost of hotels, transportation, meals, sightseeing and entertainment and you'll find what an incredible savings a tour offers.
On a tour, you'll find yourself saying, "I never would have thought to try that!" We work everyday to uncover those gems that make your vacation special. Let our experience work for yours.
Don't worry about planning the details, getting directions, picking great hotels, or purchasing sightseeing tickets - we do that!
Our tour managers are with you from start to finish, taking care of every detail - and brightening your vacation with history and anecdotes that bring the destination to life. A Collette Tour means less time planning and more time enjoying.
You pack the bags - we'll lug them around! That's right - when you're on tour with us, we take care of all luggage handling... including the tip!
The Difference Starts at Your Door
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Why Travel on an Escorted Tour?
We take the hassle out of travel, so you have all the fun. Here's how.
Our buying power gets you unbeatable value.
Our tours include your sightseeing, entertainment, admissions to museums and parks, great hotels and many meals, making it a hassle free experience for you from start to finish. Our hotels are centrally located, so you won't waste a second of your free time in buses or cabs. Even your luggage is managed for you.
We planned ahead, so Europe with us is still a bargain.
We can provide a vacation to Europe, for example, at 15% less than you would pay if you planned it on your own. There is no better time than now to buy a packaged vacation.
Imagine seeing Thailand for less than $90 a day, and that includes your hotel.
On our Thailand - Ancient Capitals and Countryside tour, you'll ride an elephant and cruise the Mekong River into Laos, just two unforgettable included experiences among 14 days worth of discoveries You'll also enjoy 26 meals on tour, including a dinner cruise on a rice barge. See the Golden Buddha, the ruins of Ayutthaya and Sukhothai, the colorful pageantry of a Hill Tribe cultural show - it's all included!
It's like traveling with a friend who knows the area.
Your tour manager will be with you every step of the way, handling the tedious details of travel, while you relax and enjoy the trip. They are seasoned professionals with in-depth knowledge about your destination and a passion for sharing it.
Our tour developers personally scout out the best for you.
They search for accommodations, restaurants, attractions and entertainment to assemble not only a fantastic trip, but create an entire experience that captures the spirit of your destination. Learn the secrets of Tuscan cuisine from a Florentine chef in Italy. Fly a kite in China. Feed a kangaroo in Australia. Our tour developers love creating those unforgettable moments that make your trip uniquely yours.
We've got something for everyone, from Branson to Beijing.
Collette Vacations travels to more than 150 destinations on all seven continents. We also offer Explorations by Collette, small-group tours with a maximum of only 16 - 24 passengers that wander off the beaten path. Explorations tours feature boutique hotels, outdoor activities and interaction with local people.
No Worries Protection Plan
What exactly is your cancellation waiver?
We have the best cancellation waiver in the industry-period. You can cancel your trip up until the day prior to departure for any reason - sickness, change of heart or any reason whatsoever-and you will receive a full refund, minus the small cost of the insurance. That's a cash refund, not a voucher or certificate. There's no risk when you book with Collette.
But isn't it expensive?
Not at all! Let's say you were planning to take our Italian Vistas tour for 13 days. The land-only waiver is just $170 per person. That breaks down to about $13.07 a day-just a little over eight euros! The land and air waiver is only $30 more. That's airplane peanuts compared to the peace of mind you'll enjoy.
Plus, you're covered on tour.
Our cancellation waiver and insurance plan covers you on tour. If you have to stop your trip or return home early, need medical assistance or evacuation, suffer a baggage loss or delay; or are delayed on tour for 12 hours or more, you're covered.
Testimonials:
My husband had an accident in New Zealand…He subsequently had to be transferred by ambulance to Invercargill (Southland Hospital) to have surgery on his leg. He spent one week in the hospital. I am so glad we always take out the insurance. This is our third trip with Collette and we always take out the insurance…In spite of the accident, we had a wonderful time in Australia and New Zealand up to Queenstown and we are very glad we took the trip. Genevieve Gallagher, Clifton Park, NY
We had one unfortunate problem; one traveler broke her ankle…Thank goodness I insist that my passengers take the insurance. Virginia Gratton, Greenport, NY
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