Day 1 – Swellendam
Travel east from Cape Town to the seaside town of Hermanus, famous for its land-based whale…
Circular Garden Route
7 day Self Drive – from £395
With flights from £1205
An exciting journey around Africa’s southern tip on one of the most beautiful self drive routes in the world.
Highlights:
- Witness majestic whales along the Hermanus coastline
- Explore the untouched landscapes of Featherbed Nature Reserve
- Relax on the sun-drenched beaches of Mossel Bay
- Discover Oudtshoorn’s charm with visits to ostrich farms
- Savor the essence of Franschhoek and Stellenbosch wine regions
Your Itinerary
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Travel east from Cape Town to the seaside town of Hermanus, famous for its land-based whale watching from June to November, enjoying some stunning ocean views on the way. Later cross the high Overberg on your way to Swellendam, a historic farming town which nestles in the shadow of the Langeberg Mountains.
Rothman Manor
Breakfast
Day 2 to 3 – Knysna
Enjoy the freedom of the open road as you head towards the fine beaches and coastal…
Enjoy the freedom of the open road as you head towards the fine beaches and coastal forests of the Garden Route, with perhaps a detour to Mossel Bay or the white sands and sheltered river estuary of Wilderness on your way to Knysna. Cruise to Featherbed Nature Reserve or take the short drive to Plettenberg Bay and Storms River Mouth during your 2-night stay here.
Waterfront Lodge
Breakfast
Day 4 to 5 – Oudtshoorn
Today return to George and over the breath-taking Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn, the ‘ostrich capital of…
Today return to George and over the breath-taking Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn, the ‘ostrich capital of the world’. Make sure to visit a local ostrich farm, mainstay of the region’s economy since the 1870s, and the impressive Cango Caves, a scenic 20-mile drive north of the town.
Hlangana Lodge
Breakfast
Day 6 – Montagu
Leave Oudtshoorn on the famous Route 62 through scorched plains, high mountain passes and fertile valleys….
Leave Oudtshoorn on the famous Route 62 through scorched plains, high mountain passes and fertile valleys. There are several pretty towns and villages to visit on your way to the orchards and hot springs of Montagu.
Montagu Vines
Breakfast
Day 7 – Cape Town
There’s time to explore the delightful Winelands region on your final leg to Cape Town. The…
There’s time to explore the delightful Winelands region on your final leg to Cape Town. The pretty towns of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek are well worth a visit and a great place for souvenirs of your trip.
Your Itinerary
Day 1
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Swellendam
Travel east from Cape Town to the seaside town of Hermanus, famous for its land-based whale watching from June to November, enjoying some stunning ocean views on the way. Later cross the high Overberg on your way to Swellendam, a historic farming town which nestles in the shadow of the Langeberg Mountains.
Rothman Manor
Breakfast
Day 2 to 3
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Knysna
Enjoy the freedom of the open road as you head towards the fine beaches and coastal forests of the Garden Route, with perhaps a detour to Mossel Bay or the white sands and sheltered river estuary of Wilderness on your way to Knysna. Cruise to Featherbed Nature Reserve or take the short drive to Plettenberg Bay and Storms River Mouth during your 2-night stay here.
Waterfront Lodge
Breakfast
Day 4 to 5
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Oudtshoorn
Today return to George and over the breath-taking Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn, the ‘ostrich capital of the world’. Make sure to visit a local ostrich farm, mainstay of the region’s economy since the 1870s, and the impressive Cango Caves, a scenic 20-mile drive north of the town.
Hlangana Lodge
Breakfast
Day 6
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Montagu
Leave Oudtshoorn on the famous Route 62 through scorched plains, high mountain passes and fertile valleys. There are several pretty towns and villages to visit on your way to the orchards and hot springs of Montagu.
Montagu Vines
Breakfast
Day 7
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Cape Town
There’s time to explore the delightful Winelands region on your final leg to Cape Town. The pretty towns of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek are well worth a visit and a great place for souvenirs of your trip.
Your Self Drive Includes:
6 nights’ accommodation
Well planned route
Time to explore
Modern, air-conditioned car
Flights & More
With FREEDOM, you can book your Circular Garden Route self drive and flights together, as an ATOL protected package. Our Travel Experts can find the best priced Economy, Premium or Business Class flights for you.
You can also personalise your holiday. Why not add:
- Extra nights in Cape Town or any location en route
- Day tours and experiences in South Africa
Next Steps
Please get in touch with our Africa Experts to start planning your holiday. You’ll have a single point of contact from your first enquiry through booking.
Circular Garden Route
7 day Self Drive – from £395
With flights from £1205
All prices are per person, based on 2 sharing a twin or double room. Seasonal variations may apply, please call Freedom Destinations for more information and availability. Accommodation specified is subject to availability and may be substituted to a similar standard.
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