Overview

South Africa offers a rich tapestry of art, culture, wine, and wildlife. Begin in Cape Town with two nights at elegant Ellerman House in Bantry Bay. Immerse yourself in the city’s artistic pulse with curated gallery visits, street art in Langa township, Zeitz MOCAA, and special art lunches and dinners.

Continue to the Cape Winelands for two nights at historic Spier Hotel, with a full-day tour of Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden, Franschhoek art galleries, wine tastings, and the famous painting pig Pigcasso.

Culminate with three nights at ultra-luxurious Cheetah Plains in Sabi Sands for intimate Big Five game drives, renowned leopard sightings, bush walks, and private viewings of contemporary African art at the Goodman Gallery exhibition set in the wilderness.

This tailor-made itinerary celebrates the harmony of creativity, fine living, and the African bush.

Highlights

✓ Visit Langa township with local guides and street art

✓ Curator-led tour of Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden

✓ Full day exploring Franschhoek and Stellenbosch art galleries and wine estates

✓ Meet the famous painting pig Pigcasso

✓ Ultra-luxurious stays with private art collections

✓ Big Five wildlife and exceptional leopard sightings in Sabi Sands

✓ Private viewings at Goodman Gallery in the bush

✓ Fine dining and in-suite spa treatments at Cheetah Plains

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Days 1-2

Experience Cape Town's Artistic Pulse | 2 Nights

Cape Town Coast, South Africa

Arrive at Cape Town International and transfer to luxurious Ellerman House in Bantry Bay with sweeping city and ocean views. Enjoy a personalised immersive art tour visiting museums, street art in Langa township with local storytelling guides, Zeitz MOCAA, and an exclusive art lunch. Dine at Galjoen seafood restaurant. Next day continue cultural exploration in Langa with home-cooked meal.

Days 3-4

Where Art, Food and Wine Come Together | 2 Nights

Cape Winelands, South Africa

Private transfer to Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. Curator-led tour of Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden, seasonal tasting menu at Maison Estate with artist, explore Franschhoek art galleries and studios, meet Pigcasso the painting pig, and visit Everard Read Gallery at Leeu Estates. Arrive at historic Spier Hotel (dating to 1692) for two nights with excellent local cuisine, art collection, pool, and optional vineyard walks or wellness treatments.

Days 5-7

A Safari in the Sabi Sands | 3 Nights

Sabi Sands Game Reserve, South Africa

Private luxury SUV and light aircraft transfer via Hoedspruit to Cheetah Plains in Sabi Sands. Three nights in one of South Africa's most legendary private game reserves sharing an unfenced border with Kruger National Park. Daily game drives with excellent leopard sightings and limited vehicles for intimate experiences. Enjoy bush walks, explore finer details of the savanna, and experience contemporary African art at the exclusive Goodman Gallery exhibition in the wilderness with private viewings. Ultra-luxurious lodge comforts, fine dining and select spa treatments.

Day 8

Say Goodbye to South Africa

Johannesburg area, South Africa

After a final breakfast in the bush, transfer to Johannesburg for your onward international journey.