7-Day Garden Route Adventure in South Africa Itinerary

Start your day with a scenic drive to the Cape Winelands. Visit the picturesque Paarl and enjoy a wine tasting at Delheim Wine Estate. Afterward, have lunch at Bocca in Stellenbosch.

Spend the afternoon exploring the charming town of Franschhoek and hop on the From Cape Town Franschhoek Wine Tram Hop-on Hop-off to visit multiple wine estates. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and excellent wines.

Return to Cape Town and have dinner at Chefs Warehouse at Beau Constantia. Afterward, take a Cape Town Sunset Champagne Cruise and 3-Course Dinner for a romantic evening on the water.

Begin your day with a visit to the Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned. Take a guided tour to learn about the island's history and its significance in South Africa's struggle for freedom.

After returning to the mainland, have lunch at La Tête and then explore the colorful neighborhood of Bo-Kaap, known for its vibrant houses and Cape Malay culture. Visit the Afrikaans Language Monument in Paarl to learn about the Afrikaans language and its role in South African history.

For dinner, enjoy a unique dining experience at Mama Africa Restaurant & Bar, known for its traditional African cuisine and live music. Afterward, take a leisurely walk along the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront (V&A Waterfront) and enjoy the lively atmosphere.

Today, embark on a full-day tour to the Cape Point & Boulders Beach Full-Day Tour. Visit the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, the southwesternmost point of the African continent, and see the adorable penguins at Boulders Beach.

After the tour, have a late lunch at Codfather Seafood & Sushi in Camps Bay. Then, take a scenic drive along Chapman’s Peak Drive and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the rugged coastline.

For a unique evening experience, enjoy a Cape Town Pre-Sunset Champagne Cruise and take in the beauty of the sunset over the ocean. Afterward, have dinner at The Hussar Grill - Camps Bay, known for its excellent steaks and seafood.

Start your day with an exhilarating Hout Bay Seal Snorkeling Experience. Interact with Cape fur seals in their natural environment and enjoy the thrill of snorkeling in the Atlantic Ocean.

After the snorkeling experience, have a seafood lunch at The Pot Luck Club in the Silo District. Then, take a 12-Minute Scenic Helicopter Tour for a bird's eye view of Cape Town and its stunning coastline.

For dinner, indulge in a fine dining experience at Nobu Cape Town, known for its innovative Japanese-Peruvian cuisine. Afterward, take a leisurely walk along the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront (V&A Waterfront) and enjoy the evening entertainment.

Check out of your hotel in Cape Town and embark on a scenic drive to Knysna. Along the way, stop at the Stony Point Penguin Colony to see the endangered African penguins in their natural habitat.

Arrive in Knysna and have lunch at The Shortmarket Club. Then, take a relaxing cruise on the Knysna Lagoon and enjoy the serene surroundings of the Garden Route.

Check into your hotel in Knysna and have dinner at FYN Restaurant, known for its contemporary South African cuisine and stunning views of the lagoon.

After breakfast at your hotel in Knysna, take a short drive to Plettenberg Bay. Visit the Birds of Eden, the world's largest free-flight bird aviary, and the nearby Monkeyland, a sanctuary for rescued primates.

Have lunch at Wolfgat, a restaurant known for its unique seafood dishes and sustainable approach to dining. Then, spend the afternoon at the Tsitsikamma National Park, where you can hike, zipline, or simply enjoy the beauty of the indigenous forest and dramatic coastline.

Return to Knysna for your final evening in the Garden Route. Enjoy a farewell dinner at Greenhouse at The Cellars-Hohenort, known for its fine dining experience and beautiful setting. Reflect on your Garden Route adventure and savor the memories of this stunning region.