56 days in Africa Itinerary

Sweeping beaches, towering hilltops, and picturesque vineyards adorn the landscape of Cape Town, dominated by the imposing Table Mountain.

Explore Cape Town's surroundings by going to Stellenbosch (Yonder Hill Wine Estate, Waterford Estate, &more), Franschhoek (Franschhoek Pass, Franschhoek Motor Museum, &more) and West Coast National Park (in West Coast National Park). Spend the 20th (Wed) on the water with Hooked On Africa Fishing Charters. There's still lots to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Two Oceans Aquarium, get great views at Cape Point, and head off the coast to Robben Island Museum.

To find reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Cape Town route builder.

Zurich, Switzerland to Cape Town is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to South Africa Standard Time (SAST) is 1 hour. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Zurich in October, with highs in Cape Town at 27°C and lows at 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Sun) to allow time to drive to Calvinia.

Calvinia is a regional town in the Northern Cape province of South Africa named after the French religious reformer Jean Calvin. Explore Calvinia's surroundings by going to Klawer Cellars (in Klawer), Nieuwoudtville (Protea Motors, Vanrhynspas, &more) and Clanwilliam (Heerenlogement, Pakhuis Pass, &more). There's still lots to do: get engrossed in the history at Calvinia Museum, don't miss a visit to Calvinia Post Box, tour the pleasant surroundings at Akkerendam Nature Reserve, and examine the collection at Fred Turner Windpump Museum.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Calvinia visit planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Cape Town to Calvinia. When traveling from Cape Town in October, plan for somewhat warmer days and a bit cooler nights in Calvinia: temperatures range from 31°C by day to 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 7th (Sun) to allow time for the car ride to Keetmanshoop.

Keetmanshoop is a city in the ǁKaras Region of southern Namibia, lying on the Trans-Namib Railway from Windhoek to Upington in South Africa. Change things up with these side-trips from Keetmanshoop: /Ai-/Ais-Richtersveld Transfrontier Park (in Fish River Region) and Garub Pan (in Aus). The adventure continues: stroll around Garas Park Camp, get impressive views of Brukkaros, admire the engineering at Naute Dam Viewpoint, and delve into the lush surroundings at Quivertree Forest and Giant's Playground.

For photos, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Keetmanshoop itinerary planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Calvinia to Keetmanshoop. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Calvinia to Keetmanshoop. In November, Keetmanshoop is somewhat warmer than Calvinia - with highs of 39°C and lows of 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Windhoek.

Located in the heart of the country, Namibia's capital city Windhoek receives a constant influx of tourists, in part because of its international airport.

Windhoek is known for historic sites, museums, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Christuskirche, tee off at Omeya Golf and Residential Oasis, tour the pleasant surroundings at Daan Viljoen Nature Reserve, and see the interesting displays at National Museum of Namibia.

To find photos, maps, and more tourist information, read our Windhoek road trip planning tool.

Getting from Keetmanshoop to Windhoek by car takes about 6.5 hours. Other options: take a train. November in Windhoek sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 19°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Francistown.

Follow the trail of the 19th-century gold rush to the "Capital of the North," the regional commercial center of Francistown.

On the 17th (Wed), try to win big at Marang Casino and then relax in the rural setting at Kuminda Farm.

To see photos, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Francistown trip itinerary planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Windhoek to Francistown. Traveling from Windhoek to Francistown, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in November, and nighttime lows around 22°C. You will leave for Lusaka on the 18th (Thu).

Tourism in Lusaka, Zambia's commercial and government center, thrives mostly due to its central location and well-connected airport, making it a gateway for exploring the country's numerous nature reserves and national parks.

Go for a jaunt from Lusaka to Chilanga to see Munda Wanga Environmental Park about 38 minutes away. Spend the 20th (Sat) in the pleasant surroundings of Chaminuka Game Reserve. There's still lots to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Lilayi Elephant Nursery, shop like a local with Namwane Art Gallery, hunt for treasures at Pakati Sunday Market, and pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral of The Holy Cross Lusaka.

For other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, use the Lusaka trip app.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Francistown to Lusaka. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) so you can drive back home.