Explore The Magnificent Garden Route (5 Nights)

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R6,100.00

The Garden Route is a journey of exploration, of discovery and the chance to see why this part of the world is renowned for its beguiling diversity. This stretch of coastline connects Mossel Bay to the Storms River Mouth and has sandy beaches, lovely lakes and lagoons, lush, evergreen forests, and protea-studded slopes.
Start in Cape Town and go to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa and the true meeting place of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Spend time in Oudtshoorn, where ostriches are the main source of tourism as well as the Cango Caves. Knysna is the next stop, which features a gorgeous lagoon and mythical forests. Your adventure comes to an end in the friendly city of Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth).

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Description

The Garden Route is a journey of exploration, of discovery and the chance to see why this part of the world is renowned for its beguiling diversity. This stretch of coastline connects Mossel Bay to the Storms River Mouth and has sandy beaches, lovely lakes and lagoons, lush, evergreen forests, and protea-studded slopes.
Start in Cape Town and go to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa and the true meeting place of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Spend time in Oudtshoorn, where ostriches are the main source of tourism as well as the Cango Caves. Knysna is the next stop, which features a gorgeous lagoon and mythical forests. Your adventure comes to an end in the friendly city of Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth).

Date From: 2024/04/19

Date Until: 2024/10/05

Sell By: 2024/09/25

Dates Valid: 2024/10/05

Nights: 5

Basic Conditions

  • All travel offers are capacity controlled and are thus subject to availability at the time of reservation
  • Prices advertised exclude all services not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Prices advertised exclude any meals, drinks, tips, surcharges, levies and other costs not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Self-drive rates exclude flights and car hire
  • Passport & visa costs (if applicable) & items of a personal nature are also not included in the advertised price, unless otherwise stated
  • Prices advertised are subject to change without prior notice due to airfare increases and changes in the currency rate-of-exchange
  • All travel offers are governed by specific terms and conditions of sale, which include advance purchase restrictions, minimum stay requirements, block-out travel periods and peak season surcharges
  • Booking, change and cancellation conditions apply
  • All advertised prices are on a per person sharing basis unless otherwise specified
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  • Prices advertised are correct at time of publishing and subject to increase or decrease should the currency fluctuate or tarriffs alter
  • Extra nights may be required at passenger expense due to flight schedules
  • Travel insurance is not included in the advertised price but is strongly recommended
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Hotel Name: Diaz Hotel and Resort

Continent: Africa

Country: South Africa

Destination: Mossel Bay

Rating: 4

Description

The Diaz Hotel was named in honour of the famed Portuguese navigator, Bartolomeu Dias, who landed in Mossel Bay in 1488. Themed on the long and vivid history of the area, the Diaz Hotel offers guests a comfortable stay with complimentary Wi-Fi and considerate service throughout your stay.<br> <br> With its bay protected from extreme weather, the charming town of Mossel Bay boasts long shorelines, pristine blue flag beaches and the second most moderate climate in the world.

Location

Welcome to the pristine seashore town of Mossel Bays renowned Diaz Beach, offering you a thrilling and entertaining holiday experience right in the heart of the picturesque and famous Garden Route. This hotel is located just 10m from the high-water mark.

Accommodation

The hotel offers 90 superior sea-facing rooms, each with a private balcony from where you can enjoy the breathtaking views. They also have 1 wheelchair-friendly room available. They also offer Self-Catering units at The Beach Club

General

Within touching distance of the captivating coastline and the cool waves, the Water Park"s Lazy River captures the essence of Diaz Beach - fun, action and excitement. Ride the tubes with friends, or simply wallow in the water, work on your tan and drift along without a care in the world.

Inclusions

  • The Garden Route is a journey of exploration, of discovery and the chance to see why this part of the world is renowned for its beguiling diversity. This stretch of coastline connects Mossel Bay to the Storms River Mouth and has sandy beaches, lovely lakes and lagoons, lush, evergreen forests, and protea-studded slopes.
  • Start in Cape Town and go to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa and the true meeting place of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Spend time in Oudtshoorn, where ostriches are the main source of tourism as well as the Cango Caves. Knysna is the next stop, which features a gorgeous lagoon and mythical forests. Your adventure comes to an end in the friendly city of Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth).
  • SELF-DRIVE PACKAGE INCLUDES:
  • 2 Nights accommodation at the 4 star Diaz Hotel and Resort in a Superior room including Breakfast Daily
  • 1 Nights accommodation at the 5 star St James of Knysna in a Deluxe Suite room including Breakfast Daily
  • 2 Nights accommodation at the 4 star Cape St Francis Resort in The Club including Breakfast daily
  • John Benn Boat Cruise
  • CAPE TOWN - MOSSEL BAY
  • Travel along Sir Lowrys Pass, with its magnificent views, to Grabouw and Elgin, a lush landscape surrounded by majestic mountains. Stop en route at a farmstall packed with locally produced products from the area.
  • Continues to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. The area has largely been untouched and unexplored with its rugged coastline being the graveyard for many a ship. The historic Cape Agulhas Lighthouse is considered the icon that signifies the tip of Africa. Continue via historic Swellendam, the third oldest town in South Africa, to Mossel Bay, from where the Garden Route extends to the Storms River in the east.
  • Overnight in Mossel Bay for 2 nights at Diaz Strand Hotel
  • Distance travelled today: 507 kms
  • MOSSEL BAY - KNYSNA
  • After breakfast, visit the Cape St Blaize Cave, site of one of South Africas oldest archaeological excavations, known as the Cradle of Human Culture. Continue your journey to Knysna, a culinary hotspot famous for its 10-day Oyster Festival in late June. Take a cruise on the lagoon with the John Benn a double-decker floating restaurant offering daily Lagoon cruises to the Knysna Heads. Enjoy the breath taking view with the option of a la carte and tapas menu, with fresh Knysna oysters, local beer and sparkling wine. One of the best floating restaurants in Knysna. Spend one night at St James of Knysna.
  • Distance travelled: 100 kms
  • KNYSNA - ST FRANCIS BAY
  • After breakfast, travel over Africas oldest and largest marine reserve, playing a vital role in the preservation and conservation of marine fauna and flora known as Tsitsikamma, to St Francis Bay, nested in and around the largest man made web of canals and waterways in Africa. Enjoy its long safe sandy beaches, good for surfing and rock fishing, pleasant walks and quiet lifestyle.
  • Overnight in St Francis Bay for 2 nights at Cape St Francis Bay Resort.
  • Distance travelled: 204 kms
  • ST FRANCIS BAY - GQEBERHA (PORT ELIZABETH)
  • After breakfast, depart for Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). Head eastwards along the "Home to the perfect wave!" - Jeffreys Bay to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), affectionately known as the "friendly city".
  • Distance travelled today: 107 kms

Conditions

Prices are from a starting price per person sharing, subject to change and availability. Advance purchase, peak or high season surcharges, block out periods and minimum stay conditions may apply. Price valid for dates as specified. Group rates available on request. For standard Terms and Conditions please refer to www.thompsons.co.za. E&OE.

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