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South Africa 12 Nights 13 Days Luxury Classic Safari Route Itinerary

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Pilanesberg
3 nights
Day01

Arrive in Johannesburg airport and drive down to your hotel in Pilanesberg .

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Day02

Full-Day Pilanesberg Safari from Sun City - Full-Day Pilanesberg Safari from Sun City
Day03

Sun City: Archery Experience with Transfers - Sun City: Archery Experience with Transfers

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Fly to Cape Town
Cape Town
3 nights
Day04

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Check out of your hotel. Board your flight to Cape Town. Check-in to your new hotel in Cape Town

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Day05

Pre-Booked Robben Island Half-Day Tour Return Experience - Pre-Booked Robben Island Half-Day Tour Return Experience

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Day06

Table Mountain & Cape Town City Half Day Guided Tour - Including Standard Table Mountain Tickets & x1 museum fee

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Drive down to Knysna
Knysna
3 nights
Day07

Check out of your hotel. Drive down to Knysna. Check-in to your new hotel.

Plettenberg: 2-Hour Zipline Tour - Plettenberg: 2-Hour Zipline Tour

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Day08

Knysna Kayak Hire - 1 Hour - Knysna Kayak Hire - 1 Hour

Knysna: Guided Quad Bike Tour in the Forest - Knysna: Guided Quad Bike Tour in the Forest

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Day09

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Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve: 2-Hour Game Drive - Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve: 2-Hour Game Drive

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Fly to Johannesburg
Johannesburg
3 nights
Day10

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Check out of your hotel. Board your flight to Johannesburg. Check-in to your new hotel in Johannesburg

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Day11

Johannesburg: Maboneng Street Art & Culture Tour - Johannesburg: Maboneng Street Art & Culture Tour

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Day12

Lesedi cultural village & Lions Park safari - Lesedi cultural village & Lions Park safari
Day13

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Time to head home with a full camera roll, a few souvenirs, and that Sooper hit holiday glow. The next journey awaits.
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Your route
Arrival at JNB
Pilanesberg
3N
Transfer by flight
Cape Town
3N
Transfer by rental car
Knysna
3N
Transfer by flight
Johannesburg
3N
Departure at JNB
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I had really great trip to South Africa very well planned
Rishab Daga, South Africa
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Embarking on a journey through South Africa over 12 nights and 13 days is like stepping into a world where adventure meets luxury. Picture yourself surrounded by the raw beauty of nature, the rich tapestry of cultures, and the vivid experiences that make South Africa an unparalleled destination. This luxury classic safari route will take you from the thrilling landscapes of Pilanesberg to the bustling streets of Johannesburg and the vibrant spirit of Cape Town, creating memories as vibrant as the stunning sunsets over the African plains.
Highlights of the Destination
- Embark on exciting safaris in Pilanesberg National Park, home to the Big 5.
- Discover the rich history and stunning vistas atop Table Mountain in Cape Town.
- Delve into local culture with a visit to the Lesedi Cultural Village near Johannesburg.
- Experience the serene beauty of Knysna, nestled along the Garden Route.
Travel Tips for South Africa
- Always carry sunblock and wear a hat, especially during safaris. The sun can be intense during the day.
- Be sure to pack comfortable, casual clothing for your safari adventures, as well as formal attire for dining at luxury hotels.
- Keep local currency handy for small purchases, especially in markets.
- Learn a few phrases in one of the local languages; it can go a long way in enhancing your interactions with locals.
Conclusion
A 12-night journey through South Africa offers an exquisite blend of luxury and adventure that stays etched in your memory forever. From the emerald landscapes of Knysna to the historical narratives of Robben Island, the diverse experiences honor not just the country’s beauty, but also its rich heritage and resilient spirit. Join in the adventure, and embark on your classic safari today, leaving with tales that will inspire wanderlust in anyone who listens.
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Rishab Daga
Reviewed on: 09 Jul 2026
I had really great trip to South Africa very well planned

Akash Baskar
Reviewed on: 11 Mar 2020
Trip to SA -The itinerary planning was sloppy from start. Couple of swapping of hotels without reasons being said. Due to the swap of hotel in Capetown, things were bit not in favour for tourists. The hotel had no parking and they had paid valet parking. And then the entry and exit of the hotel leads to a square inn with refugees staying there. No complaints on the refugees, but just that they stare at the tourists which we wouldnt feel secure.Miscalculation of driving timings while planning.A practical knowledge on the places will help them probably in planning.The place itself, activities over there, the hospitality by the locals and the support team from PYT were great. South Africa is a beautiful place indeed. Thanks to Sunil, Alex, Preetha and the other support members.

Ankita Desai
Reviewed on: 19 Feb 2020
It was an amazing trip and management team is working upto the mark.👍👍🙌vl prefer it again for future trips

Sathish Kumar
Reviewed on: 03 Jan 2020
I for India, an Indian Event Management Company from UK Organised a trip for its patrons to South Africa in Dec 2019 for Christmas and New Year.The group had 42 members in total (12 families).The planning started as early as Feb 2019 for the holiday in Dec 2019.Before finalising on Pick Your Trail (PYT), we obtained competitive quotes from various vendors and finally finalised it with PYT based on the professional approach they exhibited, attention to detail and of course competitive pricing.Since Feb 2019 to Dec 2019 we had a very pleasant journey with PYT – especially Sanjay in planning the itinery, hotel, sight seeing, food choices and Sanjay was able to cater to all our requirements. We had regular conference calls at various stages to make sure all the things were addressed.PYT helped us in choosing the right partners based on our requirements and made the holiday an excellent experience.We are a large Indian community in UK and would definitely recommend PYT to our wider circles and patrons.We are also planning our Dec 2020 group holiday with them.

Kartik Sridhar
Reviewed on: 29 Dec 2019
We travelled to south Africa through these guys ...they were awesome from the starting answering all our queries patiently as well as handling the ticketing the visa process well on time .....our trip was like something out of a movie or a book ....it was the most amazing experience of my life .......there was no glitch in the trip and everything was perfect .......full Marks to pick your trail ....looking forward to our next trip :)

Shruti Kriti
Reviewed on: 18 Sep 2019
Pick your trail was really helpful in planning and executing our fabulous trip to South Africa. The team was really prompt on responding to queries and the suggestions were really helpful. The right moment updates on whatsapp/their app were really helpful. I would recommend pick your trail to everyone. They have got a permanent customer in me.

Abhishek Aggarwal
Reviewed on: 08 Dec 2018
Wonderful experience! A very pro active team both before and during the tour. We got in touch with PYT to plan our honeymoon trip to South Africa. They were very pro active in planning out an itinerary which fits our budget and also made prompt changes as we suggested. Their support during the trip is also commendable, someone is always in touch to answer last minute queries eg identifying indian restaurants around your hotel etc.
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