On your way, you might like to stop for lunch in 17^th century Stellenbosch. Built in Cape Dutch style, Stellenbosch is a national monument and has more period buildings than any other South African town. You will also find an abundance of restaurants and wine-tasting opportunities.

The next day you might spend the morning walking in the vineyards and visit Franschhoek in the afternoon. Franschhoek was founded in the 17^th century by French Huguenots fleeing persecution - who established the wine estates for which the region is famous. Today, this charming village has a plethora of fine restaurants.

It’s a short hop along the coast to Plettenberg Bay where you stay for three nights at friendly, tranquil Hog Hollow Country Lodge, which has lovely rooms, a superb setting and great food.

Days 8 & 9
There is so much to do here, but you may simply want to laze by the pool at Hog Hollow, interrupted by the occasional forest walk in Tsitsikamma, a natural wonderland of stinkwood and yellowwood trees. Alternatively, visit the stunning beaches at Nature’s Valley, or at Plettenberg Bay, famous for its 10km of golden sand, and watch dolphins ride the waves. Plett, as its know has plenty of activities on offer, as well as very stylish shops and restaurants.

Days 10 – 12
A 4-hour drive takes you beyond Port Elizabeth to Amakhala, a malaria-free, 7000- hectare game reserve, for your three-night safari staying at luxurious Amakhala Bush Lodge. The plentiful game includes elephant, lion, cheetah, rhino, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest and many species of antelope, including eland, kudu and blesbuck.

Day 13
A short drive takes you back to Port Elizabeth where you return your car in the mid-afternoon and to Johannesburg or Cape Town to connect with your overnight flight back to the UK