ATOC TOURS SPECIAL FEATURES

First class Hotels; Rest camp with private bath/shower
American Breakfast daily, 3 Lunches & 10 Dinners
Big 5 Game viewing with expert Game Rangers 
Walking tour of Victoria Falls
Scenic Cape peninsula tour
All transfers and park entrance fees
Baggage handling and porterage
Tour operates for a minimum of 2 traveling together

ATOC TOURS VALUE ADDED FEATURES

Traditional African Craft Market in Victoria Falls
African Spectacular Dance & Music show
Crocodile Farm
Sunset Cruises on Zambezi & Chobe River
Cape wine tasting

Your Journey begins:

DAY 1:            DEPART NORTH AMERICA
Your fascinating Southern Africa Adventure begins as you board your flight for Johannesburg.

SOUTH AFRICA

DAY 2:            ARRIVE JOHANNESBURG
This afternoon arrive in Johannesburg, standing on the southern slopes of the Witwatersrand, a rich gold-mining region that serves as South Africa's industrial heartland. You will be welcomed upon arrival and escorted to your Hotel in Sandton. ROSEBANK HOTEL (B)

DAY 3:            PRETORIA TOUR
Tour Pretoria, the capital of South Africa. Visit some of the historical sights, including the Union Building, Voortrekker Monument, City Hall, Kruger House, and Church Square. Your afternoon is at your leisure. ROSEBANK HOTEL (B/D)

DAY 4:            MPUMALANGA / KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
After an early breakfast, you will be driven via Belfast, Nelspruit and Hazyview to the Kruger National Park. This evening embark on your first game drive in an open safari vehicle accompanied by an experienced Game Ranger and tracker. You will be face-to-face with Africa at its best. KRUGER REST CAMP (B/D)

DAY 5:            KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
Roam the reserve today in an open Land Rover led by experienced Game Rangers and trackers using radio alerts in search of elephant, leopard, cheetah, kudu, giraffe, Cape buffalo, hippo and other species. Start with a dawn safari, then retire to camp for a soothing midday nap or relaxation followed by a late afternoon game drive. Private viewing and photo opportunities abound as huge herds of animals and hundreds of species of birds participate in this incredible procession of wildlife. KRUGER REST CAMP (B/D)
DAY 6:            KRUGER NATIONAL PARK / JOHANNESBURG
Your pre-breakfast game drive provides yet another chance to see and photograph a wide variety of the immense concentrations of wildlife here. After breakfast, continue on yet another game drive in a different area of the park. After lunch you will be driven back to Johannesburg/Sandton. ROSEBANK HOTEL (B/L)

ZIMBABWE

DAY 7:            JOHANNESBURG / VICTORIA FALLS
From Johannesburg, fly to Zimbabwe and Victoria Falls. Without doubt, Victoria Falls constitutes one of the most spectacular natural wonders of the world. Visit the Crocodile Farm, followed by a cruise on the Zambezi River as the sun sets. This evening enjoy a special dinner at “The Boma,” a unique cultural experience reflecting the tastes and sights of Africa. Enjoy a troupe of vibrant Shangaan dancers and singers, and a traditional storyteller who will teach you about the country's folklore, culture and heritage. KINGDOM HOTEL (B/D)

DAY 8:            VICTORIA FALLS & CRAFTS VILLAGE
Tour the awesome Victoria Falls, the world's largest sheet of falling water. Although its fame has spread far and wide, the site has been tastefully preserved with unobstructed views from many vantage points connected by paved paths. As you approach the falls, a great roar fills the air; rainbows appear and mist spews in all directions. Later visit a native craft village, depicting several traditional Zimbabwean villages and their various handicrafts. KINGDOM HOTEL (B/L)

BOTSWANA

DAY 9:            VICTORIA FALLS/CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
You will be transferred to Chobe National Park, where the varied landscape and permanent waters ensure large concentrations of game and their predators. The forests are rich in bird life and ARE renowned for huge herds of elephant. Late this afternoon take a relaxing sunset river cruise, which is sure to please nature lovers and photographers alike. KUBU LODGE (B/D)

DAY 10: CHOBE GAME VIEWING
A splendid and flamboyant park, Chobe National Park has one of the world's largest elephant populations. Game drives in open 4 wheel-drive vehicles and powerboats are organized for close-up game viewing. Later, enjoy a canoe ride for some excellent bird watching. At day's end, return to the lodge for a spectacular sunset on the banks of the lazy Chobe River. KUBU LODGE (B/D)

SOUTH AFRICA

DAY 11: CHOBE / CAPE TOWN
After a morning game drive, you are driven back across the border to Zimbabwe where you will board your fight to Cape Town, South Africa's oldest city also known as the "Mother City." Enjoy the city’s harmonious blend of architectural styles. Between high-rise office blocks you’ll find meticulously-preserved Edwardian and Victorian buildings and many outstanding examples of Cape Dutch architecture. HOTEL PRESIDENT (B/D)

DAY 12: CAPE OF GOOD HOPE
Enjoy a full day of sightseeing. Much of your journey is along the pristine coastline with majestic views of the mountains and ocean. Visit Cape Point where the cold Atlantic and warm Indian Oceans meet. Returning to Cape Town, we drive through the historic naval village of Simon's Town. HOTEL PRESIDENT (B/D)

DAY 13: CAPE WINELANDS
Escape to the tranquility and 'old world charm' of the Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch wine areas. Our first stop is the famous 'Afrikaans Language Monument.’ Situated on Paarl Rock, it also offers spectacular views of the surrounding area. Travel to a prize-winning wine estate for a wine tasting and tour. A second wine tasting is enjoyed at another of South Africa's prize-winning estates, after which we visit the Huguenot Monument and Museum in Franschhoek. Then continue to Dorp Street in Stellenbosch to visit the world-famous 19th century shop 'Oom Samies se Winkel,’ before returning to your hotel in Cape Town. HOTEL PRESIDENT (B/D)

DAY 14: CAPE TOWN / DEPART AFRICA
The day is free, providing time to shop or simply relax. Late this evening bid farewell to Africa as you board your homeward flight. HOTEL PRESIDENT (B/L)

DAY 15: ARRIVE HOME
Arrive home with a new appreciation of Africa and its unique heritage.

Note: A Touch of Class Tours offers you the lowest international airfares available at the time of booking.