12 Days, 11 Nights
A classic South Africa journey refined into a definitive experience. Ocean horizons, vineyard calm, and golden-hour safaris—featuring a private Cape Point ridge, helicopter flight, and exclusive signature moments crafted especially for travellers who appreciate iconic experiences with cinematic depth.
The Cape to Kruger classic blends South Africa’s three most iconic worlds—Cape Town’s coast and culture, the Winelands’ refined pleasures, and the raw wilderness of Kruger. You begin with city heritage walks, vibrant neighbourhoods, sea-sprayed peninsulas, and towering mountains. The rhythm slows as you move into Franschhoek’s celebrated valley, where historic estates pour world-class vintages and long lunches unfold under oak canopies.
The finale shifts into a deep safari immersion: dawn game drives, lion roars vibrating across the plains, torch-lit boma dinners, and uninterrupted horizons filled with wildlife. Every day offers a different facet of South Africa—urban, coastal, culinary, and wild.
This Refined Classic is crafted for those who want South Africa’s most iconic route done with definitive and rich moments that feel both timeless and boldly modern.
Your journey opens beneath Table Mountain, where ocean air and creative city energy set a vibrant foundation. Sunrise on the summit, heritage districts shaped by centuries, and the full cinematic sweep of the Cape Peninsula build the first chapter. From rugged cliffs and pastel harbour towns to a private summit ridge at Cape Point, these days deliver Cape Town at its most iconic—bold, expansive, and undeniably alive.
These days bring the freedom to define your style while keeping the narrative strong. Choose between botanical calm, bold ocean adventures, creative neighbourhoods, or mountain trails. A helicopter flight along the Twelve Apostles elevates the experience into pure cinema, followed by Robben Island’s powerful storytelling. A bespoke Rich Hippy Signature Moment adds a spark of exclusivity or rebellion before the city eases into a relaxed, sunlit rhythm of cafés, coastlines, and effortless drift.
The pace shifts as the mountains open and you enter the Winelands. Franschhoek’s vineyards, the Wine Tram, expressive estate tastings, and long vineyard lunches shape a chapter of calm indulgence. A private winemaker barrel session brings exclusive access into the region’s craft, while Stellenbosch and Paarl add depth through architecture, artistry, and warm valley vistas. These days are all about refinement, flavour, and golden-hour beauty.
Flying into the Kruger region marks the journey’s most dramatic transformation. Dawn drives reveal elephants, lions, and the quiet pulse of the bush; afternoons slow into spa moments and deckside stillness. Rich Hippy Signature Moments elevate the wild: a private sundowner ritual at sunset and, where permitted, a rebellious off-road big-cat tracking experience. These days bring cinematic wildlife encounters and elemental connection.
Your final dawn in the bush carries a sense of completion—one more sweep of golden light across ancient terrain. A private farewell fire with your ranger team offers a gentle, elegant close to the wilderness chapter. The transition to Johannesburg is smooth and unhurried, giving the journey space to breathe before departure. You leave with a clear arc: coast → vineyards → wilderness—South Africa delivered as a confident, modern classic.
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Group Formation & Solo Travellers
Journeys depart once a small group is confirmed. Solo travellers are encouraged to contact us for a personalised experience.