9 days in South Africa Itinerary
Created using Inspirock South Africa trip builder
Start: Amsterdam
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Cape Town
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Hoedspruit
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Kruger National Park
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Johannesburg
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Cape Town — 2 nights
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Mother City
Sweeping beaches, towering hilltops, and picturesque vineyards adorn the landscape of Cape Town, dominated by the imposing Table Mountain.Kids will enjoy Boulders Beach Penguin Colony and Cape Point. There's much more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, go for a stroll along the water at Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, observe the fascinating underwater world at Two Oceans Aquarium, and see the interesting displays at District Six Museum.
To find more things to do, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Cape Town online day trip planner.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Cape Town is an approximately 15-hour flight. Traveling from Amsterdam to Cape Town, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In October, Cape Town is a bit warmer than Amsterdam - with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Hoedspruit.
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Hoedspruit — 1 night
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Hoedspruit offers proximity to Kruger National Park and features an airport, making it a popular jump-off point for a variety of tours and safaris.Kick off your visit on the 25th (Wed): tour the pleasant surroundings at Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre, then stroll through Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre, and then view the masterpieces at iNyoka Art Gallery.
For where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read Hoedspruit tour planning site.
You can fly from Cape Town to Hoedspruit in 4 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Cape Town, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Hoedspruit, ranging from highs of 32°C to lows of 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Wed) so you can take a bus to Kruger National Park.
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Kruger National Park — 2 nights
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One of Africa's largest game sanctuaries and part of UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Program, Kruger National Park provides an immersive experience of wildlife.On the 26th (Thu), explore the wealth of natural beauty at Kruger National Park. On the 27th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: identify plant and animal life at Game drives at Phalaborwa Gate in Kruger National Park.
Quickly create a custom-made itinerary for Kruger National Park using our trip planner.
You can take a bus from Hoedspruit to Kruger National Park in 2.5 hours. Another option is to drive. In October, daytime highs in Kruger National Park are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Johannesburg.
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Johannesburg — 2 nights
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City of Light
Founded when gold was discovered in the area in the late 19th century, Johannesburg quickly grew into a bustling metropolis, South Africa's largest city and the region's economic hub.Start off your visit on the 28th (Sat): steep yourself in history at Mandela House, then see the interesting displays at Apartheid Museum, and then get engrossed in the history at Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct.
For photos, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Johannesburg trip itinerary planner.
Fly from Kruger National Park to Johannesburg in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October in Johannesburg, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) to allow time to fly back home.
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South Africa travel guide
Rainbow Nation
The landscapes of South Africa match its people in terms of diversity, richness, and vitality. From desert lands and coastlines, to the famous nature reserves sheltering the "Big Five" game animals, the country has natural charm in spades. The main cities provide a wealth of bars, clubs, shopping districts, and entertainment options to please the most demanding visitors, while traditional life can still be admired and respected in a collection of villages with beehive-style huts and an age-old cultural heritage. When in need of a minute to digest all that's happened during your trip to South Africa, sit down to a braai (traditional barbecue), and a bottle of wine made at one of the country's thriving vineyards.
