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Cape Town
Four Nights
Cape Town Essentials Tour
Description
Three Iconic Days, One Unforgettable City.
4 nights in a top-rated Premium or Boutique hotel
3 full days with luxury vehicle & professional guide
Breakfasts included
4 nights in a top-rated Premium or Boutique hotel
3 full days with luxury vehicle & professional guide
Breakfasts included
“Every corner of Cape Town feels like a new painting unveiled.”
Four nights in Cape Town unfold with a rhythm of nature, history, and culture. From panoramic views atop Table Mountain to quiet strolls in the Company’s Garden, colorful streets of Bo-Kaap, and lively evenings at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, the itinerary balances exploration with time to breathe. Along the Peninsula, the coastal drive reveals drama at every turn, from penguins to lighthouses, while the wine country offers refined tastings framed by mountain scenery.
Tour Day Vision:
City Day: Rise above the city on Table Mountain, step into centuries of history at the Castle of Good Hope, wander through the peaceful Company’s Garden, and discover the vivid charm of Bo-Kaap before evening at the Waterfront
Peninsula Day: Drift along Chapman’s Peak, watch seals and seabirds at Hout Bay, stand at the edge of Africa at Cape Point, and share a quiet moment with penguins on Boulders Beach
Winelands Taste: Savor the elegance of Stellenbosch with wine tastings in historic Cape Dutch settings, surrounded by rolling vineyards
Peninsula Day: Drift along Chapman’s Peak, watch seals and seabirds at Hout Bay, stand at the edge of Africa at Cape Point, and share a quiet moment with penguins on Boulders Beach
Winelands Taste: Savor the elegance of Stellenbosch with wine tastings in historic Cape Dutch settings, surrounded by rolling vineyards
Package Details:
Nights: 4 nights in a top-rated Premium or Boutique hotel
Touring: 3 full days with luxury vehicle & professional guide
Meals: Breakfasts included
Inclusions:
City Day: Table Mountain Aerial Cableway (fast-pass), Castle of Good Hope entrance, The Company’s Garden, Bo-Kaap guided walk
Peninsula Day: Chapman’s Peak Drive toll entrance, Cape Point Nature Reserve entrance, Cape Point Funicular (Flying Dutchman), Boulders Beach penguin colony entrance
Winelands Taste: Two wine estate tastings in the Cape Wine Country
Transfers: Professional airport transfers included
Support: U.S. Concierge Services & Local Support for itinerary management and on-site requests
Touring: 3 full days with luxury vehicle & professional guide
Meals: Breakfasts included
Inclusions:
City Day: Table Mountain Aerial Cableway (fast-pass), Castle of Good Hope entrance, The Company’s Garden, Bo-Kaap guided walk
Peninsula Day: Chapman’s Peak Drive toll entrance, Cape Point Nature Reserve entrance, Cape Point Funicular (Flying Dutchman), Boulders Beach penguin colony entrance
Winelands Taste: Two wine estate tastings in the Cape Wine Country
Transfers: Professional airport transfers included
Support: U.S. Concierge Services & Local Support for itinerary management and on-site requests
Five Nights
Cape & Wine Tour
Description
Coastlines, Culture, and the Cape’s Finest Wines.
3 nights in a top-rated Premium or Boutique hotel
2 nights in Stellenbosch
4 full days with private vehicle & professional guide
Breakfasts included
3 nights in a top-rated Premium or Boutique hotel
2 nights in Stellenbosch
4 full days with private vehicle & professional guide
Breakfasts included
“Each day revealed a new flavor of the Cape — one moment wild and coastal, the next refined and elegant.”
South Africans themselves will tell you: to truly experience Cape Town, you need five nights. This itinerary gives you exactly that — five nights split between the city and the wine country, offering time to breathe in one of the world’s top-rated travel destinations while savoring its coastlines, culture, and vineyards. From Table Mountain’s breathtaking summit to cliffside drives, from historic towns to boutique wine valleys, every day feels like a new chapter of wonder.
Tour Day Vision:
City Day: Breathe in Cape Town from atop Table Mountain, explore history within castle walls, and let the color and flavor of Bo-Kaap and the Waterfront immerse you
Peninsula Day: Hug the dramatic coastline on Chapman’s Peak, visit bustling harbors, and stand at the meeting of oceans at Cape Point before watching penguins waddle by
Classic Winelands Day: Discover Stellenbosch’s heritage, walking shaded streets before savoring acclaimed vintages in storied wine estates
Wine & Heritage Day: Enjoy wine pairings in Paarl, taste Franschhoek’s French-inspired charm, and take a guided walk through Stellenbosch’s charming downtown
Package Details:
Nights: 3 nights in a top-rated Premium or Boutique hotel in Cape Town, 2 nights in Stellenbosch (5 nights total)
Touring: 4 full days with private vehicle & professional guide
Meals: Breakfasts included
Inclusions:
City Day: Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, Castle of Good Hope entrance, The Company’s Garden, Bo-Kaap guided walk
Peninsula Day: Chapman’s Peak Drive toll entrance, Cape Point Nature Reserve entrance, Cape Point Funicular (Flying Dutchman), Boulders Beach penguin colony entrance
Classic Winelands Day: Two wine estate tastings in the Cape Wine Country
Wine & Heritage Day: Two wine tastings in Franschhoek, one additional tasting experience, entrance to the Franschhoek Motor Museum, and a guided Stellenbosch walking tour
Transfers: Professional airport transfers included
Support: U.S. Concierge Services & Local Support for itinerary management and on-site requests
Three Nights
Cape Town in Focus
Description
Two Days. All the Highlights. No Wasted Time.
3 nights in a top-rated Premium or Boutique hotel
2 full days with private vehicle & professional guide
Breakfasts included
3 nights in a top-rated Premium or Boutique hotel
2 full days with private vehicle & professional guide
Breakfasts included
“Short, powerful, and unforgettable — we left with memories far bigger than two days should hold.”
This short but powerful immersion captures Cape Town’s essence in just three nights. Guests rise above the city on Table Mountain, explore Bo-Kaap’s vibrant streets, and enjoy encounters with penguins along the Peninsula. There is no wine country touring included. The schedule is condensed, leaving little flexibility if weather impacts any experiences, but the design ensures the city and coast are still experienced in a way that feels rich and rewarding.
Tour Day Vision:
City Day: Ascend Table Mountain, explore Cape Town’s colonial heart, and wander Bo-Kaap’s kaleidoscope streets before evenings on the Waterfront
Peninsula Day: Trace one of the world’s most scenic drives, stand at the continent’s edge, and meet the penguins at Boulders Beach
This short but powerful immersion captures Cape Town’s essence in just three nights. Guests rise above the city on Table Mountain, explore Bo-Kaap’s vibrant streets, and enjoy encounters with penguins along the Peninsula. There is no wine country touring included. The schedule is condensed, leaving little flexibility if weather impacts any experiences, but the design ensures the city and coast are still experienced in a way that feels rich and rewarding.
Tour Day Vision:
City Day: Ascend Table Mountain, explore Cape Town’s colonial heart, and wander Bo-Kaap’s kaleidoscope streets before evenings on the Waterfront
Peninsula Day: Trace one of the world’s most scenic drives, stand at the continent’s edge, and meet the penguins at Boulders Beach
Package Details:
Nights: 3 nights in a top-rated Premium or Boutique hotel
Touring: 2 full days with private vehicle & professional guide
Meals: Breakfasts included
Inclusions:
City Day: Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, Castle of Good Hope entrance, The Company’s Garden, Bo-Kaap guided walk
Peninsula Day: Chapman’s Peak Drive toll entrance, Cape Point Nature Reserve entrance, Cape Point Funicular (Flying Dutchman), Boulders Beach penguin colony entrance
Transfers: Professional airport transfers included
Support: U.S. Concierge Services & Local Support for itinerary management and on-site requests
Nights: 3 nights in a top-rated Premium or Boutique hotel
Touring: 2 full days with private vehicle & professional guide
Meals: Breakfasts included
Inclusions:
City Day: Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, Castle of Good Hope entrance, The Company’s Garden, Bo-Kaap guided walk
Peninsula Day: Chapman’s Peak Drive toll entrance, Cape Point Nature Reserve entrance, Cape Point Funicular (Flying Dutchman), Boulders Beach penguin colony entrance
Transfers: Professional airport transfers included
Support: U.S. Concierge Services & Local Support for itinerary management and on-site requests
"Adding Cape Town made the trip."
"World-class dining, perfect pacing after the bush, and that view of Table Mountain!"
—Rhonda, Arizona
—Rhonda, Arizona
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Victoria Falls
Two Nights
Victoria Falls Discovery
Description
Two Nights of Wonder at the Smoke That Thunders.
2 nights in a top-rated Premium or Boutique hotel
2 full days with professional transfers and guided experiences
Breakfasts included, plus one dinner at a top-rated Zambezi River Dinner Cruise
2 nights in a top-rated Premium or Boutique hotel
2 full days with professional transfers and guided experiences
Breakfasts included, plus one dinner at a top-rated Zambezi River Dinner Cruise
“Standing in the spray of the Falls was the moment Africa felt truly alive to me.”
Compact yet immersive, this journey captures the magic of Victoria Falls. A guided walk reveals the roar and spray of the world’s largest waterfall, while dining atop gorges and rivers brings drama to every meal. Guests watch daredevils leap on bungee cords as they enjoy lunch above the gorge, and an evening Zambezi River cruise brings encounters with elephants, crocodiles, hippos, and exotic birds as the sun sets.
Tour Day Vision:
Arrival Day: Arrive and settle into your lodge before dining at one of the region’s top-rated restaurants, tasting African cuisine at its best along the riverfront
Falls Day: Walk misty trails beside Victoria Falls, dine above the gorge while watching bungee jumps and rope swings, and close the day with a wildlife-filled Zambezi River sunset cruise
Departure Day: Breakfast at leisure before your professional transfer to the airport
Compact yet immersive, this journey captures the magic of Victoria Falls. A guided walk reveals the roar and spray of the world’s largest waterfall, while dining atop gorges and rivers brings drama to every meal. Guests watch daredevils leap on bungee cords as they enjoy lunch above the gorge, and an evening Zambezi River cruise brings encounters with elephants, crocodiles, hippos, and exotic birds as the sun sets.
Tour Day Vision:
Arrival Day: Arrive and settle into your lodge before dining at one of the region’s top-rated restaurants, tasting African cuisine at its best along the riverfront
Falls Day: Walk misty trails beside Victoria Falls, dine above the gorge while watching bungee jumps and rope swings, and close the day with a wildlife-filled Zambezi River sunset cruise
Departure Day: Breakfast at leisure before your professional transfer to the airport
Package Details:
Nights: 2 nights in a top-rated Premium or Boutique hotel
Touring: 2 full days with professional transfers and guided experiences
Meals: Breakfasts included, plus one dinner at a top-rated Zambezi River Dinner Cruise
Inclusions: Walking Tour of Victoria Falls (Zimbabwean side), Zambezi River Sunset Cruise, all national reserve and river fees
Transfers: Professional airport transfers included
Support: U.S. Concierge Services & Local Support for itinerary management and on-site requests
Nights: 2 nights in a top-rated Premium or Boutique hotel
Touring: 2 full days with professional transfers and guided experiences
Meals: Breakfasts included, plus one dinner at a top-rated Zambezi River Dinner Cruise
Inclusions: Walking Tour of Victoria Falls (Zimbabwean side), Zambezi River Sunset Cruise, all national reserve and river fees
Transfers: Professional airport transfers included
Support: U.S. Concierge Services & Local Support for itinerary management and on-site requests
"Quiet, stunning, and luxurious."
“The wine country was such a surprise—all arranged by the same team. Effortless.”
— Marcus & Dana, Tennessee
— Marcus & Dana, Tennessee
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We work only with the most accomplished guides, often unavailable through standard booking channels.
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Every journey is seamlessly designed, connecting effortlessly with your safari itinerary.
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Seamless planning with U.S. & local concierge teams.
Handpicked Stays
Boutique hotels and lodges chosen for character, comfort, and location.
Insider Access
Experiences and guides available to most standard tours.
Crafted itineraries that balance iconic highlights with hidden gems.
Exclusive Groups
Small, intimate journeys that ensure comfort, personal attention, and connection.
Hotel Partnerships Evaluated & Approved
Every property is carefully vetted for quality, character, and reliability before becoming a Hippo Lakes partner.
Top-Rated Guides
We work only with the most accomplished guides, often unavailable through standard booking channels.
Professional Itineraries
Every journey is seamlessly designed, connecting effortlessly with your safari itinerary.
Trusted Concierge Support
Seamless planning with U.S. & local concierge teams.
Handpicked Stays
Boutique hotels and lodges chosen for character, comfort, and location.
Insider Access
Experiences and guides available to most standard tours.
“The entire trip was breathtaking!"
“The luxury is unequaled! The entire staff was amazing. I feel so blessed to have been able to take this trip!”
—Nina, Georgia
—Nina, Georgia
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