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Tour Description:
Experience the beauty and natural wonders of iconic Cape Town; get up close to animals in their natural habitat; and explore one of the “Seven Wonders of the World.” Spend three nights in Cape Town, discovering its many treasures with visits to Cape of Good Hope, Boulders Beach and Table Mountain. You also have a choice to visit the renowned Cape Winelands, or tour famous Robben Island. Next, fly to Victoria Falls and head west to the Botswana and Namibian borders to embark on your Chobe River safari cruise through the wondrous Chobe National Park, home to one of Africa’s densest populations of wildlife. Encounter elephants, giraffes, leopards, zebras and buffaloes on excursions by boat and open-air vehicles. Conclude your journey with two nights at the majestic Victoria Falls. You also have the option to extend your trip in Johannesburg, following in the foot-steps of Nelson Mandela.
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Dates & Pricing
| Friday 15 May 26 — Sunday 24 May 26 | Starting at $13,870 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 29 May 26 — Sunday 07 Jun 26 | Starting at $14,170 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 26 Jun 26 — Sunday 05 Jul 26 | Starting at $14,270 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 03 Jul 26 — Sunday 12 Jul 26 | Starting at $14,270 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 24 Jul 26 — Sunday 02 Aug 26 | Starting at $14,270 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 28 Aug 26 — Sunday 06 Sep 26 | Starting at $14,470 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 11 Sep 26 — Sunday 20 Sep 26 | Starting at $14,470 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 25 Sep 26 — Sunday 04 Oct 26 | Starting at $14,470 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 13 Nov 26 — Sunday 22 Nov 26 | Starting at $13,570 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 26 Feb 27 — Sunday 07 Mar 27 | Starting at $12,885 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 05 Mar 27 — Sunday 14 Mar 27 | Starting at $13,285 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 12 Mar 27 — Sunday 21 Mar 27 | Starting at $14,185 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 19 Mar 27 — Sunday 28 Mar 27 | Starting at $13,485 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 26 Mar 27 — Sunday 04 Apr 27 | Starting at $13,685 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 02 Apr 27 — Sunday 11 Apr 27 | Starting at $13,685 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 09 Apr 27 — Sunday 18 Apr 27 | Starting at $15,185 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 14 May 27 — Sunday 23 May 27 | Starting at $15,585 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 11 Jun 27 — Sunday 20 Jun 27 | Starting at $15,185 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 18 Jun 27 — Sunday 27 Jun 27 | Starting at $15,985 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 23 Jul 27 — Sunday 01 Aug 27 | Starting at $15,085 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 06 Aug 27 — Sunday 15 Aug 27 | Starting at $16,185 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 10 Sep 27 — Sunday 19 Sep 27 | Starting at $16,185 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 24 Sep 27 — Sunday 03 Oct 27 | Starting at $15,985 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 01 Oct 27 — Sunday 10 Oct 27 | Starting at $14,085 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 08 Oct 27 — Sunday 17 Oct 27 | Starting at $13,785 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 29 Oct 27 — Sunday 07 Nov 27 | Starting at $13,385 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 05 Nov 27 — Sunday 14 Nov 27 | Starting at $13,385 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 12 Nov 27 — Sunday 21 Nov 27 | Starting at $13,385 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 19 Nov 27 — Sunday 28 Nov 27 | Starting at $13,285 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1
ARRIVE IN CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA. Situated amidst majestic mountains and lined with pristine beaches, Cape Town has a rich cultural heritage with extraordinary attractions. After being greeted at the airport by an AmaWaterways Representative, transfer to your Cape Town hotel. Get to know your Tour Director at the Welcome Reception. (WR)
Day 2
CAPE TOWN. Embark on a full-day exploration along one of the world’s most stunning routes, taking you southeast along the Atlantic seaboard past the 12 Apostles, Hout Bay and Chapman’s Peak. Stop at Cape Point, located in the nature reserve within Table Mountain National Park, which forms part of the Cape Floral Region, a World Heritage Site. You’ll also visit Boulders Beach, home to thousands of African penguins, and then be treated to lunch with drinks overlooking False Bay—one of the world’s most beautiful bays.
Day 3
CAPE TOWN. You have a choice of two excursions, depending on your interests. Take a cableway up to Table Mountain for spectacular views of the city and surrounding areas, followed by a trip to the Cape Winelands, which comprises the Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl valleys. South African wine is world renowned, and you’ll get to visit two of its best vineyards, complete with wine tasting. A sumptuous lunch will be included along the way. Or choose to explore another side of Cape Town at famous Robben Island, once used as a prison for many political inmates, including Nelson Mandela. You’ll ferry over to the island where you will take a tour led by a former warden. Back in Cape Town, enjoy lunch, and then visit the colorful historic Bo Kaap neighborhood before boarding the cableway to Table Mountain’s summit.
Day 4
CAPETOWN – VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE – ZAMBEZI QUEEN – EMBARKATION. In the morning, transfer to the airport for a flight to Victoria Falls. Here, you will be transferred to the Chobe River that forms the border between Botswana and Namibia. Then board tender boats that will take you to the Zambezi Queen moored on the Namibia side of the river. Settle into your stateroom, enjoy a mid-afternoon snack, and in the evening, be treated to a Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner.
Day 4
ZAMBEZI QUEEN – EMBARKATION. Embark the Zambezi Queen in Kasane. Late this afternoon, enjoy a sunset cruise down the Chobe River before a Welcome Cocktail and Dinner on board the ship.
Day 5
ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Embark on an exhilarating morning boat safari to explore the Chobe River’s diverse game viewing. Afterwards, return to the Zambezi Queen for lunch. As the Zambezi Queen cruises along the Chobe River, relax on board in the afternoon and enjoy what nature has to offer. Be sure to spend time in the splash pool or perhaps catch-up with your favorite book. Later in the day, revel in panoramic view with another thrilling boat safari.
Day 6
ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Join a full-day safari of Chobe National Park in open-top 4x4 vehicles. Be on the lookout for elephants, giraffe, zebra, sable, warthog and cape buffaloes. Prides of lions, hyenas and (more rarely) cheetahs could be encountered along the way. For lunch, take a seat under the trees and savor a delicious picnic.
Day 7
ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Start the day off with an unforgettable visit to a typical African village to experience the local culture first hand. Spend time with the children of the village as well as its elders, and learn about their day-to-day life. After lunch on board, you can choose between a boat safari, bird watching or fishing. Spend your last evening aboard with a festive African-themed dinner hosted by your crew—complete with singing and dancing.
Day 8
ZAMBEZI QUEEN – DISEMBARKATION. This morning, disembark your cruise in Kasane.
Day 8
ZAMBEZI QUEEN – DISEMBARKATION – VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE. Enjoy a morning cruise during breakfast and be on the lookout for wildlife. Afterward, transfer to the legendary Victoria Falls, one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. Spend the afternoon exploring the town or experience one of the many activities offered at your hotel. Later this afternoon, join a cocktail reception followed by dinner aboard a vintage steam train and make your way to the Victoria Falls Bridge to watch the sunset over the Falls. (B, D)
Day 9
VICTORIA FALLS. A local guide will take you on a tour of the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. You’ll learn about its history, and the flora and fauna that make this area so unique. In the evening, embark on a private sunset cruise along the Zambezi River. Relax on board as you observe a variety of game while enjoying a delicious mix of tapas with drinks, followed by a special dinner with live local entertainment at the hotel.
Day 10
VICTORIA FALLS – JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA. After breakfast, bid adieu to Zimbabwe as you head to Victoria Falls Airport for your return flight to Johannesburg and onward flight home. You could also choose to extend your trip with an additional day or two in Johannesburg, or perhaps fly to Rwanda and encounter an array of primates, including the endangered mountain gorillas. (B)
Note: Please do not schedule your onward flight before 6:30 p.m.
