The Ultimate African Adventure

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  Tour Operator  Après Vélo

  South Africa

 12 days (Bike: 9 days)

  199 km  (~22km per day)

 Active

Guided

Supported

A spectacular South Africa cycling adventure that blends breathtaking landscapes, cultural diversity, and luxurious experiences.

From the vibrant cityscape of Cape Town, renowned for its beauty and vibrant atmosphere, to tranquil rides through the scenic Cape Winelands and exhilarating bush biking with epic encounters amidst the Big 5 in Kapama Karula Private Game Reserve, this 12-day journey promises unforgettable moments. Designed for both avid cyclists and non-riding partners seeking a luxe holiday, the tour includes private tours of Cape Town, gourmet wine tastings, and curated experiences like Table Mountain and the Cape of Good Hope. With premium accommodation, plus activities ranging from safari drives to cultural explorations, this adventure invites you to indulge in the best that South Africa has to offer, ensuring lasting memories of an African cycling safari unlike any other.

South Africa is many worlds in one. Stunning coastlines, pristine roads through dramatic mountain landscapes, being at one with magnificent untamed wildlife roaming the game reserve…and lets not forget Cape Town, regularly voted as one of the most beautiful cities in the world!

As an ex-South African now living in Australia, I want to share with you why South Africa is truly one of the most breath-taking places on earth, its spectacular beauty and cultural diversity.

If you love the idea of spectacular road cycling around beautiful Cape Town and the quiet gravel of the scenic Cape Winelands, through to bush biking in a Big 5 African Safari – and you’re looking for a memorable luxe adventure with epic encounters, my Team and I are offering an unforgettable 12-day cycling experience that showcases the very best of South Africa's diverse terrain and unspoiled landscapes.

Highlights

  • Cycling through beautiful Cape Town, one of the most bike friendly cities in the world.
  • Exclusive private tours of Cape Town to discover the cities undeniable beauty.
  • The assistance and knowledge of expert, English speaking tour guides, drivers and game rangers.
  • Exploring the famous Stellenbosch and Franschoek wine regions, the country's food and wine epicentre, where you will cycle through this beautiful region as well as vineyards that stretch as far as the eye can see.
  • Safari with the Big 5 in all-inclusive glamping style elegance, where we will ride tracks like never before, safety intact, so we can witness majestic wildlife in their nature habitat.
  • Domestic flights from Cape Town to Hoedspruit and from Hoedspruit to Johannesburg.
  • Private round trip airport transfers, plus all sightseeing, park and entrance fees as per the itinerary.

Tour Information

From

Cape Town

To

Hoedspruit

Cost From

Guided   AU$ 21995

Departure(s)

March 5 - 16, 2025

Single Supplement

Available

Group Info

Contact us to arrange a bespoke African Adventure

Inclusions

  • Luxury accommodation
  • Fully supported rides in Cape Town and Cape Wine Region
  • Guided Mountain biking through the Stellenbosch Winelands
  • Fully Supported biking in Kapama Private Game Reserve with equipped rangers and vehicles to ensure safety at all times.
  • Mountain Bikes in Stellenbosch and Kapama
  • Domestic Aurfares
    • Cape Town to Hoedspruit.
    • Hoedspruit to Johannesburg.
  • All premium breakfasts, 7 x lunches, and 8 x dinners.
  • Long lunches and wine tasting.
  • Alcohol with all meals excluding French champagne and premium branded beverages.
  • Ride support with safety focus paramount. We recognise that no rider is the same and we ensure that no-one is left behind.
  • Support vehicle/Ride captains.
  • Bike mechanic.
  • On road nutrition & hydration. We recommend that you bring your own specific nutrition and hydration intake, if required.
  • 2 x day guided tour of Cape Town.
  • 1 x morning tour of Table Mountain.
  • Vineyard tours.
  • Game viewing activities with guides/rangers (drive; cycle; hike).
  • Cape Town International Airport pick up and drop off.
  • Hoedspruit Airport pick and drop off.
  • All other transfers throughout the duration of the trip.
  • Luggage & bike transfers.
  • Tourism levy
  • Après Vélo Tour Cycling Jersey + Souvenir T-shirt.
  • Gratuities - we have taken the hassle out of you tipping throughout the tour for the entire support crew and service providers.

Exclusions

  • International airfares to and from South Africa.
  • Travel and personal insurance.
  • Additional hotel expenses i.e. in-room hotel charges, incidentals.
  • Road bikes and E Mountain bikes. This can be arranged for you at an additional charge. Speak to us when booking.
  • Laundry. Facilities are available at your hotels for your convenience.

Options

  • Participation in the Cape Town Cycling Tour
  • An E Mountain Bike can be arranged at an additional cost.
  • A specific itinerary for non-riding partners

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