Tour Type : Leisure Tours
Destinations
Johannesburg - Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe), Chobe National Park (Botswana) - Cape Town - Garden Route - Mossel Bay
Your Itinerary
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Newark NJ/Fort Lauderdale to Johannesburg
Fort Lauderdale Passengers- Assemble at Fort Lauderdale International Airport at 11:00AM. United Airlines Flight no 2458 departs at 2:11PM and arrives Newark Airport at 5:13PM.
New Jersey passengers- Assemble at Newark International Airport at 5:00PM. United Airlines Non Stop Flight departs Newark international airport at 8:45PM.
Overnight onboard United Airlines. Enjoy onboard amenities offered by your airline.
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Arrive in Johannesburg (D)
Upon your arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by our company representatives. They will assist you with your transfer to your hotel.
In the evening – dinner at the hotel.
Hilton Hotel or Similar
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Johannesburg (B,L,D)
Johannesburg, Soweto & Pretoria City Tour
After breakfast – depart for Johannesburg, Soweto and Pretoria City Tour. After Johannesburg City Drive, we will visit the famous Soweto (abbreviation from South-West Township). From its beginnings as a creation of apartheid South Africa, Soweto has become the vibrant trendsetting heart of Johannesburg, the City of Gold. It is a cultural melting pot of over a million black people many of whom remain there because of its heritage as the centre of the struggle against apartheid. Following the Soweto tour we will depart to Pretoria – the capital of South Africa, popularly known as Jacaranda City, the purple fringed streets are a sight to behold. Pretoria is one of South Africa’s leading academic cities.
After lunch, the tour continues with a trip Union Building Pretoria Church Square; the historic centre of the city of Pretoria. The most prominent feature at the centre of the square is the statue of the Boer leader and president of the South African Republic, Paul Kruger. The Palace of Justice and the Old Capitol are two of several historically and architecturally significant buildings in the area. Tour will be finished at the Voortekker Monument.
After the tour – dinner.
Hilton Hotel or Similar
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Johannesburg to Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) (B,L,D)
After breakfast – depart to Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe).
Upon your arrival to Victoria Falls, meet and greet by our representatives.
Transfer to your hotel.
Lunch at the hotel.
Evening – Boma Dinner
For a truly authentic African holiday experience, enjoy cuisine the traditional way in Zimbabwe. Not just another ethnic restaurant, this is a unique cultural experience you won’t find anywhere else in the world. This epicurean tour includes excellent cuisine made with a variety of game meats and traditional Zimbabwean dishes. The experience is accompanied by entertainment throughout your meal from traditional dancers, Sangoma – the ”local witch-doctor” who’s available for fortune-telling. A feast of nightly entertainment incorporates Shangaan dancers and singers.
The Elephant Hills Hotel or Similar
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Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) (B,L,D)
After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a Guided Tour of the Falls.
Explore Victoria Falls on a 2-hour walking tour or and discover one of the world’s most magnificent waterfalls. Listed as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the waterfall is also known as Mosi-oa-Tunya, meaning ‘smoke that thunders’ in Kololo. It's a name that resonates considering you can admire the mist of the roaring falls from some 20 miles (32 km) away. At roughly 1.2 miles (2 km) wide and 360 feet (108 m) tall, Victoria Falls
is one of the world’s largest waterfalls – it's double the size of Niagara Falls.
Lunch at the hotel.
Evening – Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River and dinner.
The cruise takes place along the river boundary of the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park. During the cruise, guests are likely to see hippos, crocodiles, and some good birdlife. Possible other game sightings are an elephant, giraffe, buffalo, and buck (although sightings cannot be guaranteed). An experienced guide accompanies each cruise who has good knowledge of the wildlife and local history of the area. Excellent food is served on board and the bar is well stocked with spirits, good wines, beers, and soft drinks
The Elephant Hills Hotel or Similar
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Full Day Safari at Chobe National Park in Botswana (B,L,D)
After early breakfast, you will start an amazing Full Day Safari at Chobe National Park in Botswana.
The park takes its name from the Chobe River. The Chobe River forms the northern boundary and protects about 11700 square km. Its vegetation varies from lush floodplains to the scorched Savuti marsh. This is a classic big game country where herds of buffalo and elephant attain legendary proportions. These are matched by an exceptionally large lion pride. What makes the northern part of Chobe unique - is the fact that it lies next to the Chobe River for almost 60 km. This allows for excellent game viewing along the Chobe River drive. Animals come to drink water here. Large raptors are nesting close to the Chobe River and there is an abundance of water birds and migrating birds.
Lunch will be served during the tour.
Chobe National Park includes Savuti in the south of the park. Savuti is 5-6 hours south of the Chobe River Front. Savuti has one large public campsite close to the Savuti Marsh.
After the tour – return to your hotel and enjoy dinner at the hotel.
The Elephant Hills Hotel or Similar
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Zimbabwe to Cape Town(B,L,D)
After breakfast at your hotel, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cape Town. (Flight details TBA)
Lunch venue TBA.
Upon your arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by our company representatives. They will assist you with your transfer to your hotel next to Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Thanks to the amazing nature of the Cape Peninsula, Cape Town is considered to be one of the most beautiful locations on the planet. On one hand, the city is surrounded by majestic mountains, which is dominated by the famous "Table Mountain", and on the other, by the waters of the beautiful bay. The coast is considered to be one of the best in South Africa for a beach holiday. In addition to the natural beauty of the city itself and its surroundings, there are many other interesting attractions in the city.
Dinner at the hotel.
The Portswood Hotel or Similar
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Cape Town (B,L,D)
After breakfast, enjoy a Full-Day Cape Point Tour.
Embark on a full-day Cape Point Tour, starting with a scenic journey along the Atlantic Seaboard, passing through Sea Point, Clifton, and Camps Bay. Take in breath-taking views in Hout Bay and, weather permitting, enjoy a boat trip to see the Cape Fur Seal colony at Seal Island. In the afternoon, experience the stunning coastal scenery of Chapman's Peak Drive on route to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Explore diverse flora and fauna, including the unique fynbos floral kingdom. Don't miss the historic lighthouses with their awe-inspiring vistas.
Indulge in a delightful lunch in Simon's Town and visit the African penguin colony at Boulders Beach.
Dinner at a restaurant on the Waterfront.
The Portswood Hotel or Similar
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Cape Town (B,L,D)
After breakfast – depart for the Cape Town City Tour, Table Mountain & Groot Constantia Wine Estate Tour.
The City Tour includes a cable car climb to the famous Table Mountain, under which Cape Town is comfortably located. Unforgettable beauty opens from the top of the mountain, where you will climb by cable car. From an altitude of 1086 meters above sea level in clear weather, an extraordinary view of the Cape Peninsula, the bay, and Robben Island opens. The flora of Table Mountain is amazingly beautiful. Next, we will get acquainted with the historic centre of Cape Town and walk through Company Gardens. This is where many historic buildings are located. You will also visit Bo Kaap, where the Cape Malay live. Bo Kaap is a bright gem on the slopes of Signal Hill above Cape Town City Centre.
Following the City Tour, we will visit the famous Groot Constantia Wine Estate – one of the oldest wine estates in the Cape region. Lunch at the vine estate, wine tasting and cellar tour.
Dinner at the “Gold” restaurant.
The Portswood Hotel or Similar
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Cape Town to Mossel Bay via Garden Route (B,L,D)
Garden Route & Sunset cruise to the Fur seal island
After breakfast, embark on a scenic journey along the renowned Garden Route to Mossel Bay, a charming seaside town on the Indian Ocean. This is the very place where Portuguese navigator Bartolomeo Diaz and his crew made their historic landing in 1488, marking the first European arrival on South African shores. Explore the town's beautiful beaches, known for their splendour. En route, you will have lunch and an opportunity to visit the famous cosmetic factory, The House of Aloes, renowned for producing natural aloe-based cosmetics.
Following the factory visit, we will transfer you to your hotel, a stylish up-market accommodation and conference establishment in Mossel Bay.
In the evening, prepare for a memorable Sunset cruise to the Fur seal island, where you can witness these delightful creatures in their natural habitat.
Dinner at the hotel.
Protea Hotel by Marriott Mossel Bay or similar
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Mossel Bay (B,L,D)
After breakfast, enjoy a Full-Day Oudtshoorn Tour.
Embark on an excursion to marvel at the awe-inspiring Cango Caves, a natural wonder created over 20 million years ago. Visit the Cango Wildlife Ranch, home to a fascinating array of creatures, including crocodiles, pink flamingos, jaguars, and lions. For an added thrill, enter the cheetah or crocodile cages, equipped with safety measures like underwater glasses and breathing tubes. Explore the Cango Ostrich Farm, where highly valued ostrich skin is used in various products and ostrich meat is considered a delicacy. Immerse yourself in the wonders of nature and wildlife, discovering the remarkable Cango Caves, Wildlife Ranch, and Ostrich Farm on this unforgettable excursion. Lunch at the farm.
Dinner at the hotel.
Protea Hotel by Marriott Mossel Bay or similar
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Mossel Bay (B,L,D)
After breakfast, embark on an exciting Safari Adventure in Botlierskop Private Game Reserve.
Get ready to encounter a diverse range of magnificent wildlife, including rhinos, lions, elephants, buffaloes, cheetahs, giraffes, rare black impalas, golden wildebeests, mountain zebras, hippos, and many more. Spanning over 4,200 hectares, the reserve is a haven for wildlife, housing over 26 different species of animals and an impressive array of over 200 bird species.
After lunch – the excursion to the Bartholomew Diaz Museum Complex.
The Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex is the largest of the museums in Mossel Bay. Originally designed to celebrate the arrival of Bartolomeu Dias and his crew on 3 February 1488, and to protect the "Post Office Tree". The Complex now offers a wider look at the history of Mossel Bay from environmental, archaeological, and cultural perspectives.
Dinner at hotel.
Protea Hotel by Marriott Mossel Bay or similar
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Mossel Bay to Cape Town (B,L)
After breakfast – depart for Cape Town.
Upon arrival to Cape Town – lunch and transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your departure back home. United Airlines Flight no 188 Departs Cape Town at 8:00PM.
Overnight onboard your flight. Enjoy onboard amenities.
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Flight to Newark/FLL
Arrive at Washington Dulles at 6:00AM.
After Customs and Immigration, Newark Passengers connect to United 2301 at 8:15AM and arrives Newark at 9:46AM.
Fort Lauderdale passengers connect to United 1809 at 9:00AM and arrives Fort Lauderdale at 11:45AM.
Inclusions
- Economy class International airfare on United Airlines from USA
- Accommodation is on a Full Board basis (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
- Entrance fees for all tours mentioned in the itinerary.
- English-Speaking Guide for all tours.
- Transfers as per the itinerary.
- Economy class airfare for regional flight Johannesburg – Victoria Falls – Cape Town only 20 KG allowed on these Flights.
Exclusions
- Medical insurance.
- Visa to South Africa (if required).
- Travel / Medical insurance
- Tips for Guides & Drivers in cash @ $10 per person per day.
- Kazavisa” for Zimbabwe and Botswana US $50 (cash) payable on arrival to Victoria Falls.
(B, L, D) stands for breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Booking Procedures
Please read the Terms and conditions of travel and agree in the Booking form before submission, as your booking is subject to the terms listed below. A contract is entered into once your travel agent or Faith Holidays receives your signed booking form and deposit, and we accept and confirm the booking. Please note that travel arrangements are not confirmed until stated so in writing by Faith Holidays
Payment
A deposit of $750 per person is required to secure reservations, which will be applied to the price of the tour. Additional deposits may be required. The balance of the cost must be paid 90 days before you travel. Payments must be paid to the order of ‘Faith Holidays Inc.” If the final balance is not received on time Faith Holidays reserves the right to treat the booking as cancelled by you and cancellation charges may be applied. If you book your travel within 90 days of departure, the full amount must be paid at booking.
Credit Cards
All prices quoted include a 4 % discount for payment by cash, check and Money order.
Travel Protection Plan (Optional charge)
Faith Holidays Inc. recommends you to purchase a Travel Protection Plan for Trip, Cancellation, Trip Interruption, Emergency Medical & Evacuation/Repatriation, Trip Delay, Baggage Delay and many more
Passports & Visas
A valid US passport is required for US Citizens. Passports must be valid for 6 months beyond completion of travel. Visas may be required and for US Citizens we will furnish the relevant details after receipt of your booking deposit and confirmation of your booking. Non US citizens should consult with appropriate Consulates and Embassies. It is the responsibility of the individual traveler to secure proper documentation prior to joining the tour. It is the responsibility of the Traveller to become informed about the most current travel advisories and warnings by referring to the US State Department’s travel website @ www.travel.state.gov or by phone at 1-888-407-4747. In the event of an active State Department. Should the Traveler choose to travel notwithstanding any travel advisory or Travel Warning against travel to the specific destination location/s of the trip, the traveler is subject to be responsible for all risk of personal injury, death, or property damage that may arise out of the events like those advised or warned against.
What Your Tour Price Generally Includes & Excludes
Your Tour Price Includes
- Economy class Airfare from USA as listed in the brochure (Business Class Option available- Please contact us)
- Accommodations on Double Occupancy with Bath, Single room supplement applies
- Standard class on rail, road, Cruise and other transportation as described in our brochure
- Inflight meals and/or refreshments according to Airline itinerary.
- Transfers between the appropriate overseas airports/stations/port and your hotels according to each itinerary unless otherwise stated.
- Excursions and tours as per brochure
- Meals as described in Brochure
- Services of professional guides and/or a Tour Escort
Your Tour Price Excludes
- International Airfare, unless otherwise stated.
- The cost of personal items such as laundry, drinks with meals or otherwise, incidentals , etc.
- Airport departure taxes.
- Optional excursions.
- Cost of Visas and passports.
- Transport between your home and home airport/station/port.
- Gratuities for services provided on a personal basis.
- Gratuities for services on all individual tours and gratuities to your Tour Escort.
- Airline baggage fees. Most Airline charges fees for checked bags.
- Pre-assigned Airline Seats incur additional fees.
- Still, video, film and professional camera fees
Alterations Made to the Scheduled Program
Our tours are planned in advance and changes may be unavoidable due to circumstances amounting to “Force Majeure” or similar reasons beyond our control, such as delays in departures on travel booking or closure of a hotel, strikes, riots, natural occurrences, decisions by State Government or Tourist Organizations altering the itinerary, the duration of time spend in a city or even omitting a city or part of the itinerary due to a local situation. In such cases we will offer comparable alternative arrangements. If any of the circumstances listed above occur during the course of the tour, we reserve the right to alter the schedule itinerary accordingly and no compensation will be paid.
We will make every reasonable effort to provide you with the booked tour arrangements but minor changes may occur. If they are significant we shall, if possible inform you or your travel agent before departure. In the event of such amendment being made, you will be liable for any cancellation/retention charges that may be levied for the previously booked service and for any costs incurred by Faith Holidays and their agents in attempting to secure any revised arrangements. Please note that Faith Holidays will not be liable to reimburse additional expenses undertaken by the client in preparation for the tour. These include and are not limited to international tickets, used mileage awards and fees, cost of visas, immunization etc.
Tour Prices
Tour prices are based on US dollars (Unless otherwise noted) and exchange rates in effect. They are subject to variation if there are increases due to governmental actions, additional taxes, exchange rates, increases in scheduled airfare or increases in fuel surcharges. Any increase in the original tour price will be notified to you at least 90 days before departure. If you make your booking within 90 days of departure surcharge will be included in your invoice. Faith holidays will absorb an amount equivalent to two percent of tour price. Any surcharge will not exceed 10 percent of the listed tour price. If you settle the final balance by the due date we will absorb any price increases after that due date. In return for this commitment, we are unable to make any refund or reduce any other costs should the value of the US dollar improve against the currencies used. For scheduled group departures, it may be necessary to re-cost your tour due to low number of participants. You will be contacted 90 days prior to your departure date and advised should a supplementary fee apply. If all group members accept the increased cost the tour will operate as scheduled. However, if the supplement is not accepted by you then you will be entitled to full refund of all monies paid or a transfer to another tour.
Our Responsibilities
Faith Holidays makes arrangements with airlines, hotels and other independent parties to provide you with the travel services you purchase. We do not own or operate any of the accommodations, transport or other facilities used in connection with our tours. We therefore cannot accept liability for negligence of the staff of these organizations. These parties are independent suppliers over whom we have no direct control. Faith holidays is not liable in the event of any failure by any person or company to render any transportation, accommodation or other travel service to be provided on the journeys, or for expenses incurred due to delays caused by weather, strikes, war, civil disturbances, natural disasters, flight delays, government actions, mechanical failures or any acts of God.
Faith Holidays cannot assume any responsibility for flight delays, cancellations or missed connections and is not liable for any expenses or consequences resulting therefrom, and such expenses shall be borne by the client. When you travel with an airline the Conditions of Carriage of that airline will apply. These conditions are subject to International Agreements and may limit or exclude liability.
The participant waives any claim against Faith Holidays for any damage to, or loss of, or injury to, or death of, due to any act, or negligence of any airlines, surface transportation companies, hotels or any person rendering any of the services or accommodations included. Faith Holidays cannot be held responsible for any claim, losses, damages for delay of baggage or other properties, inconvenience, loss of enjoyment, upset and disappointments, distress or frustrations, whether physical or mental, resulting from the act or omission of any party providing services. We do take all responsible steps to insure that organizations providing service maintain standards, which are acceptable within the norm in each locality. The participant assumes the risks and understands that all travel has inherent risk that may result in injury or death and that participation in activities, including but not limited to driving, hiking, walking on uneven surfaces, riding on rough roads, rafting, boating, canoeing, riding in helicopters, on trains, in boats, swimming, surfing, horseback or camel riding, and any other activities. The information contained in this brochure has been compiled with all reasonable care, is accurate to best of knowledge and is given in good faith. Faith Holidays highly recommend you to purchase Travelers insurance to protect your travel investment. Without insurance in case of incident, you may have to pay out of pocket for medical evacuation, medical care or other large expenses.
All services are subject to the laws of the countries in which these services are rendered. Venue for all claims or disputes shall be exclusively in whose courts using NYC law, shall have exclusive jurisdiction. Damage claims against Faith Holidays shall be limited to the value of the particular item in dispute and not for any incidental, consequential, or special damages. Faith Holidays assumes responsibility for representations it makes, but not for those made by others and including, but not limited to, any employee of Faith holidays or independent travel agent. Payment for reservations on any Faith Holidays travel arrangements shall constitute consent to all the provisions in the Booking Terms & Conditions published herein and is binding on all travel participants.
Cancellation
If you wish to cancel your travel arrangements, you must notify Faith Holidays in writing by letter, fax or email to Faith Holidays. Please note deposits are non-refundable. Please state the reason for cancellation as your reason for cancellation may be covered by insurance policy under their covered reasons. If notification of cancellation is received more than 90 days before departure you will only lose your deposit. For notification received within 90 days of departure, cancellation charges are as follows:
| Cancellation charges per person. | ||
| No of days of departure | Charges | |
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| 91+ days before departure | Deposit Non- refundable | |
| 90-31 days before departure | Penalty 50 % | |
| 30- Day of Departure | Penalty 100% | |
(Airline and Cruise Penalties not part of the above percentages. There is no exception to cancellation fees)
Cancellations received Fridays for tour departures that Weekend (Saturday, Sunday and Monday) will be treated as day of departure cancellation. We cannot give any allowance for meals, rooms, excursions, etc. not taken, when these are included in the price of the program.
Points to be Noted
- All images in the brochures or advertisements are only for representation purpose.
- All passengers need to be in possession of valid visas, confirmed air tickets and overseas travel insurance.
- All Passengers joining the tours must travel to / from the hub city as per the itinerary, at their own expense.
- All meals are preset, and a-la carte is not possible. Packed meals may be provided on certain days to keep up the schedule of the itinerary.
- All damages caused to the hotel rooms/Coach/other amenities during the tour, shall be payable by the passengers. Faith Holidays Inc will not be liable for the same.
- All Passengers must take extra care of their personal belongings while on the tour, every country of travel is prone to thefts and bag/purse snatching. Faith Holidays Inc will not be liable for any loss of belongings/baggage.
- The tour cost does not include cost of airfare, visas and overseas medical insurance unless specified in each of the itineraries
- The company will not be responsible or accept any liability for any damages, loss, baggage loss, theft, injury, accident, death, breakdown or any irregularity, which may occur during the tour.
- The company will not be responsible for any damage or irregularities due to weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expense must be borne by the passengers. Insurance policies must be carried while on tour.
- The right to claim any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in schedules of train, airplane, bus, ship or other services is reserved by the management of the company.
- The Tour Manager, guide and the driver will provide the best service during the tour to enjoy the sites as per itinerary within the jurisdiction of each of the sites of visit.
- The Management reserve the right to change a hotel of similar class if it is deemed advisable or necessary. Tour Manager / Guide reserves the right to amend the itinerary.in the interest of the Tour.
- The Management reserve the right to amend, alter, vary or withdraw any departure, excursion advertised.
- Refunds will not be provided for the unutilized part of the any services like meals, sightseeing, transfers, etc mentioned in the tour.
- For Detailed “Terms and Condition” please refer the Booking form.
Remarks
- Airlines/Room up-gradation and complimentary will not be entertained during the tour unless if specified at the time of booking.
- There is no refund for any services not utilized during the tour .
- Security deposit is required either in cash or credit card by hotels which is refundable provided no room incidentals are incurred. This security deposit is not included in this quote and must be paid by the guests/corporate directly to the hotel when checking in.
- Guests are advised not to keep valuables in the coach/vehicle while sightseeing. The Company shall not be responsible for loss of valuables from the coach / vehicle . If the coach / vehicle is accidentally
- or otherwise damaged by the Guest, s/he will be required to pay compensation for the same.
