Depart Washington or New York for your flight to Cape Town via Johannesburg on South African Airways.

On arrival at Johannesburg's Oliver Tambo International Airport, collect your luggage and then clear Customs & Immigration. Make your way to the Domestic Terminal for your flight to Cape Town. On arrival at Cape Town Airport you will be met by a Lion World Tours representative who transfer you to your hotel and introduce you to this magnificent city.

The luxurious Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa lies where earth, sea and sky meet poised above Atlantic rollers and flanked by the majestic Table Mountain and her Twelve Apostles mountain range in glorious Cape Town. This intimate 5- star hotel fully lives up to its stunning location, with exceptional standards of service and relaxed Cape hospitality providing the perfect counterpoint to its dramatic backdrop. Deluxe guest rooms and spacious suites, two breathtaking pool gardens magically perched above the ocean, the glorious Azure Restaurant accompanying exquisite cuisine, wonderful friendly service with endlessly seductive sea views.
(You may also choose to stay at the Table Bay or Cape Grace Hotels in Cape Town).

Today your private guide will collect you for a tour of the Cape Peninsula.

The Cape Peninsula, at the western tip of the Cape, has the most spectacular views in the world. The drive there is just as inspiring, passing steep mountains, secluded coves and sweeping beache, as well as villages and fishing communities. En route you will stop at the fishing village of Hout Bay, one of Cape Town's best-kept secrets. Here there is an option to take a short boat trip to Duiker Island to view the Cape Fur Seals, which inhabit the island. From here we travel to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, comprising over 17,300 acres of indigenous fauna and flora. Here we van see a variety of wildlife that includes baboons, rhebok, Cape Mountain zebra, bontebok and the elusive eland. The reserve is also one of the world's largest breeding grounds for tortoises.

Continue to Boulders Beach where you visit the delightful Penguin Colony that has established itself on the secluded beach. Finally on return to Cape Town you will take the cable car to the top of Table Mountain where you will enjoy refreshments and canapes as you enjoy the view from the top and watch the sun set over the city!

Today you're headed for the Cape Winelands which provide the perfect opportunity to sample and purchase some of South Africa's finest wines, as well as enjoy the beauty of the area with its vineyards and gracious Cape Dutch manor houses.

Make your way to Franschhoek with its cultural and historical heritage of the French Huguenots who settled there in 1688. This little village nestled amongst the mountains, can easily be mistaken for being in Switzerland. Continue on to Stellenbosch. It is easy to understand why Simon van der Stel decided to settle a village amongst the mountains. The backdrop of the Hottentots Holland Mountains, the white gabled Cape Dutch homesteads and the oak lined streets and lanes, all blend in to give this place a charm that will not be quickly forgotten.

Your lunch will be taken at "Moyo at Spier" in your own private tree house. Moyo offers an unforgettable outdoor dining experience that captures the essence of the unique Cape African culture. Relax and enjoy the spectacular vistas while you are treated to our own colorful brand of Cape African hospitality. The tree-lined garden is filled with Bedouin tents and gazebos made from wrought-iron, and the tree houses are clad with beautiful hand-crafted copper water features. Live performers will entertain you to indigenous theatre, dance, opera and traditional story-telling.

This morning you will be treated to a couple's massage at The Sanctuary Spa where the healing energies of earth, air and water are embraced to rejuvenate the mind, body and soul.

Afterwards, enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach.

Today you fly to Kruger National Park for 2 nights at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge.

Lion Sands Ivory Lodge is located on the banks of the Sabie River with magnificent views.

The main and entrance area comprise a lounge, wooden viewing decks, board room, wine cellar, health spa, curio shop & both an indoor and open-air Boma or dining area. There are 6 ultra luxurious suites with en-suite bathroom, outdoor & inside shower, courtyard, and lounge with fireplace, wooden viewing deck, patio & private plunge pool. All rooms have breathtaking views over the Sabie River, a setting where game viewing can be done from the luxury of one's private suite. Ivory Lodge is about elegance, sophistication, perfect harmony, exclusivity, sensitivity & complete privacy.

You will be taken on morning and afternoon game viewing drives in this wildlife paradise. This evening marvel at the canopy of stars as you enjoy a romantic, candlelit dinner served on the deck of your suite.

Lion Sands Ivory Safari Lodge is in Lion Sands Game Reserve, which in turn is situated in the greater Kruger National Park conservancy area, in the 65,000 hectare Sabi Sands Game Reserve. The reserve has access to the Sabie River system and there is a good chance of seeing the enormous African Nile Crocodiles which inhabit the river. The philosophy of the safari experience at Lion Sands is to deliver a consistently professional, informative & holistic safari experience, ensuring that all spheres of the eco-system, from the small insects to the mighty African elephant, are covered in as much detail as the guest may require. The Senior Ecologist, Ranger & Tracker teams have been carefully selected to make certain that your Safari Experience will not only meet but exceed your highest expectations.

Bid farewell to the African bush and fly to Johannesburg. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

Forming an integral part of Renaissance styled Sandton Square, the 5-star Michelangelo Hotel reflects the architecture and design of the square. A majestic dome in glass and steel tops the entrance lobby atrium rising eight stories. Scenic elevators overlook the atrium with its arches, columns, and decorative balustrades. Marble and sandstone finishes add to the elegance. Rooms and suites have all been tastefully decorated to reflect the elegant Renaissance-style that has been carried throughout the rest of the hotel. For conferencing and banqueting, The Michelangelo provides fully adaptable suites and rooms, and full business services.

This morning you will be transferred to Johannesburg Airport for your flight to Mauritius. On arrival on the Indian Ocean island paradise, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

Belle Mare Plage is located on the east coast of Mauritius and is fringed by one of the most spectacular beaches on the island. It borders a rich and diverse lagoon, surrounded by a coral reef. Built in the typical Mauritian style, Belle Mare Plage is set in a tropical garden in the midst of a park. Between the glittering blue-green Indian Ocean and the luxuriant natural setting, Belle Mare Plage offers its guests an unequalled array of amenities, activities, temptingly delicious cuisines and the utmost comfort of its accommodations.

At Belle Mare Plage each meal is an inspired celebration. The freshest, most aromatic ingredients are artfully prepared, then presented by attentive waiters. Each of the four restaurants has its own style and character and all subscribe to the resort's high standards.

Relax and unwind on your first full day at this magnificent Indian Ocean island resort.

The Belle Mare Plage The Resort is located on the east coast of the island of Mauritius and is fringed by one of the most spectacular beaches on the island. It borders a rich and diverse lagoon, surrounded by a coral reef. It has been deigned to offer the feeling of spaciousness and permanent contact with nature; the main contributing factors to total relaxation and fulfilment. The resort, set in tropical gardens, is situated directly on a 2 km long white sandy beach, protected by an offshore coral reef making it ideal for swimming, watersports and snorkelling.

The resort also has two magnificient and challenging 18-hole championship golf courses, set in 1,150 hectares of natural land. You can also arrange to go on day tours on either the North Coast of the island or the South Coast.

The resort also offers tennis, air-conditioned squash court, jogging path, and complete fitness center. The guests can choose wind surfing, water-skiing, hobie cat sailing from a long list of water sports, all in the coral reef protected lagoon.

Free activities at the Belle Mare Plage include: Water sports such as Water skiing - Glass bottom boat trips - Lasers - Wind surfing - Pedalcrafts - Kayaks - Snorkelling. Free land sports activities include: Tennis (equipment on rental) - Mini Golf - Table Tennis - French Bowling and Beach Volley ball.

Today you will fly back to the USA via Johannesburg.

Arrive home with a lifetime of memories!



JUNE & JULY NOT AVAILABLE DUE TO WORLD CUP IN SOUTH AFRICA