South Africa - Golf & Gourmet

Cape Town • Wellington • Plettenberg Bay • Port Elizabeth • Kwa Zulu Natal

Tucked away in wonderful locations and offering the very finest in culinary delights, these carefully chosen Country Houses are also ideally situated to some of South Africa’s premier golf courses. If you are passionate about good food, wines and golf this itinerary is a winner!

Day 1:

Depart early evening from London Heathrow on South African Airways direct flight to Cape Town.

Day 2:

On arrival in Cape Town, you will be transferred to Glen Avon, situated in the heart of the picturesque Constantia winelands. Owned and run by the Stringer family you will sample true Capetonian hospitality. Glen Avon is set amidst a charming garden with heated pool and is situated with in easy reach of several golf courses. Your group B hire car will be delivered to the guest house at 14h00. 3 nights at Glen Avon including one chef’s secret dinner experience plus a food & wine pairing - Golf at Westlake and Milnerton

Suggested tour for the afternoon; explore the Cape Peninsular, take the scenic drive through to Cape Point via Muizenberg, Fish Hoek and Simons Town, visit Boulders Beach to see the penguins. Returning via the Chapman’s Peak Drive, to Hout Bay and Camps Bay. Do leave an evening free to explore the Waterfront area.

Day 5:

This morning you will be making your way to Wellington, where you will be spending three nights at Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse. This charming small hotel is just over an hours drive from Cape Town and is on a working wheat and sheep farm with 4000 hectare of fynbos which can be explored on game drives or by mountain bike. Enjoy the spectacular backdrop of mountains, the wonderful gardens and unique swimming pool. 3 nights at Bartholomeus Klip on a full board basis which includes all dinners and game drives – Golf at Boschenmeer.

After your round of golf, do spend some time in Stellenbosch; a university town with wonderful Cape Dutch architecture and Franschhoek a much smaller village with excellent restaurants and interesting boutiques. Or if you are into your wines, how about some wine tasting, there are several excellent vineyards in this region.

Day 8:

After an early breakfast your will be making your way along the Garden Route to Plettenberg Bay – a scenic five hour drive. Lairds Country Estate is a gracious Cape Dutch homestead offering mountain views, wide open spaces, secluded pool and elegant accommodation. Perfectly positioned to explore the Garden Route, from the Wilderness to the Tsitsikamma Forests. 3 nights at Lairds Country Estate including one chef’s secret dinner experience plus a food & wine pairing – Golf at Plettenberg Bay Golf Club and Goose Valley.

Set in the heart of the Garden Route you will have the opportunity to visit Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, George and Wilderness, all are well worth visiting. The beaches are uncrowded and spectacular and the area is often likened to the Lake District.

Day 11:

Today you will be heading to La Provence in Port Elizabeth. Enjoy the relaxed tranquillity of this beautiful country estate unique to Port Elizabeth and set within a nature conservancy. Park like gardens, panoramic views, glimpses of the Indian Ocean, large secluded pool, abundant birdlife and clear starlit skies enhance the serenity of this Mediterranean styled home. 3 nights at La Provence Country House including one chef’s secret dinner experience plus a food & wine pairing – Golf at Humewood and Port Elizabeth Golf Club.

Day 14:

Drop your hire car off at Port Elizabeth Airport and connect with your flight to Durban. On arrival pick up a hire car and make your way to Cleopatra Mountain Farm House. Tucked deep in the Drakensberg Mountains near Giants Castle is a place of legendary culinary delight. With a passion for cooking, Richard Poynton has created a rare experience in his idyllic farm style mountain retreat. South African wines from the underground cellar add to the evening experience. Mountain pursuits such as hiking, swimming, bird watching, fishing, horse riding and visiting San Rock art paintings are all part of the charm. A warm welcome awaits each guest to celebrate the flavour and freshness of the food. 3 nights at Cleopatra Mountain Farm House including dinner each evening – Golf at Champagne Sports Golf and Boschhoek.

Your time spent here will be golfing, relaxing and unwinding. Cleopatra is on the doorstep of the Drakensberg Mountains which are well worth exploring en-route to your golf.

Day 17:

After breakfast spend the morning at leisure. Midday travel back down to Durban, drop off your hire car at Durban Airport and connect with the flight to Johannesburg, then onto London. The icing on the cake for this holiday would be a 3 night safari. Please call us to discuss the options.

This tour is suitable for a couple or a group of friends. Do give Glynis a call to discuss your particular requirements.

Quotations on request for hotel and flight upgrades.