14 Day Classic South Africa with Victoria Falls
Cape Town | Hluhluwe | Mbabane | Hazyview | Johannesburg | Victoria Falls
Multiple departure dates available
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This tour is operated by Gate 1 Travel and available to book through Jaya Travel.
Multiple departure
dates available
Jaya Travel
for exclusive pricing
This tour is operated by Gate 1 Travel and available to book through Jaya Travel.
Multiple departure dates available
Jaya Travel
for exclusive pricing
This tour is operated by Gate 1 Travel and available to book through Jaya Travel.
14 Days | 13 Nights
Starting at $4,049* Land Only and $5,939* Air & Land per person
Departure Dates: December 03, 2026
Grand South Africa with Victoria Falls invites you on an unforgettable 14-day journey through South Africa, eSwatini, and Zimbabwe. Discover the vibrant city of Cape Town, ride the cable car to Table Mountain, and explore the breathtaking Cape Peninsula, Cape of Good Hope, and Boulders Beach. Experience thrilling wildlife safaris in Hluhluwe-Imfolozi and Kruger National Park, where you may spot the legendary Big Five. Visit the historic township of Soweto and learn about South Africa’s rich cultural heritage before witnessing the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Complete your adventure with a scenic sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, making this the perfect blend of wildlife, nature, culture, and unforgettable landscapes.
Special Features
- Experience Cape Town, during the city tour pass by Castle of Good Hope, the Grande Parade and visit Table Mountain
- In the course of the Cape Peninsula tour, visit the Cape of Good Hope reserve and view the penguin colonies at Boulders Beach
- Game viewing cruise on the St Lucia Estuary, a uniquely diverse ecosystem
- Game drive through Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve
- A thrilling game drive in an open-vehicle through Kruger National Park
- In Soweto, the most metropolitan township, visit Nelson Mandela's former home
- Enjoy a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River
- Visit spectacular Victoria Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
DAY 1, Sunday - Depart for South Africa
Depart for South Africa
DAY 2, Monday - Arrive in Cape Town
Arrive in Cape Town. As you transfer to your hotel, you'll see Table Mountain, the towering symbol of the city. The rest of the day is at leisure
Overnight: Cape Town
DAY 3, Tuesday - Cape Town City Tour
This morning, embark on a half day Cape Town city tour. Drive to Kloof Nek and Table Mountain, where you can ascend to the top (weather permitting) by cable car*. The route then leads to famous landmarks such as the Castle of Good Hope, the City Hall, the Grand Parade, and St. George's Cathedral. Afterward, you will have the opportunity to learn the three-billion-year-old story of diamonds while touring the prominent Shimansky Jewelers. Following the tour (or for those who do not wish to participate) stroll through the V & A Shopping Mall before returning to your hotel. Tonight, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager, followed by dinner
*Table Mountain Aerial Cableway closes for annual maintenance in July & August. Exact dates will be advised in early 2027.
Overnight: Cape Town
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4, Wednesday - Cape Peninsula Tour
Depart on a full day Cape Peninsula Tour. Travel through the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve to the Cape of Good Hope. Continue to Simon's Town and stop for lunch before visiting the penguin colonies at Boulders Beach. Tonight, attend the optional Traditional African Dinner Experience for an evening of live performances and African gastronomy
Optional: Traditional African Dinner Experience
Overnight: Cape Town
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5, Thursday - Full Day in Cape Town
Spend the day at leisure in Cape Town. Perhaps join the optional South African Wine Tour, which takes you along the country's principal wine route to the towns of Paarl, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch with tastings along the way. Tonight, immerse yourself in the local culture at the optional Home Hosted Dinner
Optional: South African Wine Tour
Optional: Home Hosted Dinner in Cape Town
Overnight: Cape Town
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Friday - Flight to Durban, Game Viewing Cruise on the St. Lucia Estuary
This morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Durban. Upon arrival in the early afternoon, drive to St. Lucia. Later, embark on a game viewing cruise along the St. Lucia Estuary, home to Nile crocodiles, hippopotami, sea turtles, and even sharks. This evening, have dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Hluhluwe
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7, Saturday - Game Drive in Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve, Travel to eSwatini
After an early breakfast, travel to the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve, situated in northern KwaZulu Natal, which is famous for its conservation of black and white rhinos and home to Africa's "Big Five." You may have a chance to see elephant, Cape buffalo, lion, leopard, and rhino during your morning game drive through the reserve. Time permitting, meet children at a local school before continuing to the border of the Kingdom of eSwatini,* an independent kingdom within the borders of South Africa. Stop at a handicraft market this afternoon before arriving at your hotel in early evening
*eSwatini is an independent country from South Africa and therefore has different entry requirements. Non-US passport holders are responsible to check if a visa is required for eSwatini in addition to all other countries on their itinerary.
Overnight: Mbabane
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8, Sunday - eSwatini Sightseeing and Matsamo Village Visit
Visit the Ngwenya glass factory, where visitors can watch glass blowers create a range of African animals, and tableware made from recycled glass that is collected by the children of eSwatini. Transfer to the South African border and visit Matsamo Cultural Village where you can learn more about the Swati traditions and customs. Enjoy traditional Swati cuisine along with dance and song performances. Later, continue to the hotel in time for dinner
Overnight: Hazyview
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9, Monday - Kruger National Park Game Drive
Upon departure from the hotel, a pre-packed breakfast will be provided for you. Then, on to Kruger National Park for a full day open-vehicle game drive. You may have a chance to see lions, elephants, giraffes, or zebras in their natural habitat. After stopping at a rest camp for lunch, continue your game drive. End the day with dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Hazyview
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10, Tuesday - Travel to Johannesburg
Depart after breakfast for a long drive today. Travel via Kowyn Pass, offering spectacular views over the Lowveld and visit the 213-foot Mac-Mac Waterfall in the Mac-Mac Forest Nature Reserve. Proceed to the historic logging town of Sabie, once a gold mining town, it now relies on forestry. Admire spectacular views of mountain passes and continue the drive, past the small town of Waterval Boven, nestled in the Drakensberg Mountains on the way to Johannesburg. Arrive late afternoon, and check into your hotel
Overnight: Johannesburg
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 11, Wednesday - Soweto Tour
Embark on a half day tour of Soweto, an important historical neighborhood in Johannesburg. Drive by the former residence of Bishop Desmond Tutu and visit Nelson Mandela's former home with its expansive multimedia exhibits outlining his life. Continue to the Apartheid Museum, where you will journey through the racial segregation experienced by millions of South Africans. Cap off the day with dinner tonight and bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Overnight: Johannesburg
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 12, Thursday - Flight to Victoria Falls & Sundowner Cruise
Transfer to the airport for your morning flight to Victoria Falls, in Zimbabwe named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the hotel to relax before embarking on a sundowner cruise on the Zambezi River, where you can encounter herds of buffalo and elephant
Overnight: Victoria Falls
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 13, Friday - Tour Victoria Falls
This morning, take a guided tour of the Victoria Falls, one of the "Seven Natural Wonders of the World." The walking safari takes you through the magnificent rainforest to view the Cataracts, Livingstone's statue, and a wide variety of birds and plants. The rest of the day is yours to discover this beautiful area independently, or join the optional Helicopter Flight over Victoria Falls. Experience the spectacular waterfalls on a thrilling helicopter flight. A truly once in a lifetime opportunity not to be missed
Optional: Helicopter Flight over Victoria Falls
Overnight: Victoria Falls
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 14, Saturday - Depart South Africa
After breakfast, fly to Johannesburg and connect to your international departure flight this evening. Please select flights that depart no earlier than 7:30 PM
Meals: Breakfast
Featured Hotels
(Hotels may vary based on departure day of the week)
| Sunday Departure | ||
|---|---|---|
| Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town | Cape Town | |
| The Rockefeller Hotel & Residences | Cape Town | |
| Anew Hotel Hluhluwe & Safaris | Hluhluwe | |
| The Royal Villas | Ezulwini | |
| Piggs Peak Hotel | Piggs Peak | |
| Anew Resort Hazyview Kruger Park | Hazyview | |
| Southern Sun Sandton | Johannesburg | |
| Victoria Falls Safari Lodge | Victoria Falls | |
| Wednesday Departure | ||
|---|---|---|
| Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town | Cape Town | |
| The Rockefeller Hotel & Residences | Cape Town | |
| Emdoneni Lodge | Hluhluwe | |
| Happy Valley Hotel | Ezulwini | |
| The Royal Villas | Ezulwini | |
| Hippo Hollow Country Estate | Hazyview | |
| Kruger Gate Hotel | Kruger National Park | |
| Southern Sun Sandton | Johannesburg | |
| Victoria Falls Safari Lodge | Victoria Falls | |
| Friday Departure | ||
|---|---|---|
| City Lodge Hotel Victoria & Alfred Waterfront | Cape Town | |
| Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town | Cape Town | |
| The Rockefeller Hotel & Residences | Cape Town | |
| Anew Hotel Hluhluwe & Safaris | Hluhluwe | |
| Hilton Garden Inn Mbabane | Mbabane | |
| Mountain View International Hotel by BON Hotels | Mbabane | |
| Happy Valley Hotel | Ezulwini | |
| The Royal Villas | Ezulwini | |
| Piggs Peak Hotel | Piggs Peak | |
| Anew Resort Hazyview Kruger Park | Hazyview | |
| Southern Sun Sandton | Johannesburg | |
| Victoria Falls Safari Lodge | Victoria Falls | |
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Inclusions
- Flights New York-Cape Town, Johannesburg-New York
Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices - All intra-flights: Cape Town-Durban, Johannesburg-Victoria Falls & Victoria Falls-Johannesburg
- 12 nights accommodations
- 4 nights Cape Town
- 1 night Hluhluwe
- 1 night Mbabane
- 2 nights Hazyview
- 2 nights Johannesburg
- 2 nights Victoria Falls
- Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
- Hotel porterage
- Arrival transfer included only with airfare purchase on package arrival dates†
- Departure transfer
- 20 meals: 12 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners
- Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Game drives in modern 10-seater safari vehicles
- Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout
- Entrance fees per itinerary
- Tips for porters, wait staff & local guides on included services
Optional tours and gratuities (unless otherwise specified).
Additional Information:
Land only price does not include arrival transfer, but does include Economy Class flights Cape Town-Durban, Johannesburg-Victoria Falls & Victoria Falls-Johannesburg.
Passengers should select international flights from Johannesburg that depart no earlier than 7:30 PM on day 14. The flight from Victoria Falls arrives to Johannesburg at approximately 3:30 PM. Passengers with late evening flights will have a long layover in Johannesburg airport.
Luggage restrictions for the intra-flights differ from international flights, please refer to Trip Preparation for more information.
Please note, all passport holders should have four or more entirely blank (unstamped) visa pages in their passport when traveling to South Africa, Zimbabwe, and eSwatini.
Accommodation Details:
Triple rooms are not available for this package.
Passengers traveling abroad require a passport valid for six months beyond their travel dates. All travelers are responsible to check if a visa is required for all countries on their itinerary. For visa information, check our page. Also consult our Health page for information on vaccines and documentation required for entry.
Contact Jaya Travel for more information about the 14 Day Classic South Africa with Victoria Falls Tour
*Prices are land only per person based on double occupancy. Restrictions apply. For complete terms and conditions, please call 1-877 FLY JAYA (359-5292).