8-Day Cape Town & Garden Route Low-Key Self-Drive Tour

• Clients collect their self-drive vehicle at the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Cape Town

Upon arrival in Cape Town, collect your rental car at the airport and head to your hotel to kick off your first night in this vibrant city. If you find yourself with some extra time, seize the opportunity to explore the city at your own pace with your rental car or consider adding a city tour to your itinerary for a guided adventure.

Driving time: ~60km/30 minutes

*Price is subject to change until rental car is booked and confirmed

*Sharing supplement at La Splendida of ZAR 1,035 per person and solo/single supplement of ZAR 2,815 for period 1-6 February and 8-10 March 2026.

Main Destination:

Cape Town (City)

Accommodation:

La Splendida

• Mid-range hotel located in Cape Town (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Cape Town

Discover the Cape Peninsula at your own pace with the flexibility of a self-driven excursion, or add a guided tour to your itinerary.

Journey along the picturesque Chapman's Peak Drive, reaching the iconic Cape of Good Hope. On your way back towards the city, make a worthwhile stop in Simon's Town to observe the charming penguins. A visit to Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden is recommended for those with a penchant for botanical beauty.

Main Destination:

Cape Peninsula

Accommodation:

La Splendida

• Mid-range hotel located in Cape Town (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Cape Town - Hermanus

After breakfast, leave Cape Town and make your way to the charming seaside town of Hermanus, known as one of the best whale-watching places in the world. From here, you can even watch whales from shore. Whale season is typically from June - November. But also outside of whale season, Hermanus has a lot to offer, with its stunning scenery, which can be taken in on beautiful coastal walks; its rich history, and vibrant culture.

Check in at 138 Marine Beachfront Guest House, or Auberge Burgundy if you choose an accommodation upgrade.

Driving time: ~120km/2 hours

*Supplement upgrade for Auberge Burgundy is ZAR 1,965 in September 2025, ZAR 2,325 October 2025 - April 2026 & October 2026, ZAR 2,565 May - August 2026, ZAR 2,195 in September 2026 & November 2026 - 5 January 2027.

Main Destination:

Hermanus (Whales)

Accommodation:

138 Marine Beachfront Guesthouse

• Luxury guest house located in Hermanus (Whales)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Hermanus - Cape Winelands

After breakfast, leave Hermanus and make your way to the stunningly beautiful landscapes of the Cape Winelands. Check-in at Avondrood Guest House in the centre of town and then head out for a wine tasting. We highly recommend joining a tour aboard the Franschhoek Wine Tram.

Driving time: ~100km/1 1/2 hours.

Main Destination:

Franschhoek (Winelands)

Accommodation:

Avondrood

• Luxury guest house located in Franschhoek (Winelands)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Cape Winelands to Oudtshoorn

Plan for an early departure from Franschhoek for the scenic drive along Route 62 through the Little Karoo. Your destination today is Oudtshoorn, which is known for its ostrich farms and the famous Cango Caves. If you arrive early enough, you can still visit both this afternoon, if not, you can visit one in the morning before making your way to Knysna.

Driving time: ~380km/5 hours.

Main Destination:

Oudtshoorn (Garden Route)

Accommodation:

De Zeekoe

• Mid-range guest house located near Oudtshoorn (Garden Route)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Oudtshoorn to Knysna

Before you depart for Knysna, it is highly recommended that you join the 'Into the Wild' tour from De Zeekoe to encounter their little Meerkat colony (can be prebooked through us, but must be paid directly). Drive through George, Wilderness and Sedgefield on your way to Knysna.

Driving time: ~120km/2 hours.

Main Destination:

Knysna (Garden Route)

Accommodation:

Belvidere Manor

• Luxury hotel located in Knysna (Garden Route)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Knysna

There is so much to see and do in the areas surrounding Knysna! You will relax on one of the Garden Route's unspoiled beaches. You will visit the Featherbed nature reserve, or take a drive to Tsitsikamma, home of some of the most beautiful hikes and ocean views in South Africa.

Main Destination:

Knysna (Garden Route)

Accommodation:

Belvidere Manor

• Luxury hotel located in Knysna (Garden Route)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Knysna to George

On the final day of your itinerary, you will drive to George and drop off your rental car before you begin your journey back home.

If you are not ready to go home yet, please inquire about a safari extension to one of the wild Eastern Cape Game Reserves.
Some additional options are to drop off the car in Port Elizabeth or self-drive back to Cape Town.

Driving time: ~70km/1 hour.

Main Destination:

Port Elizabeth (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Clients return their self-drive vehicle at the airport.