Widely recognized as one of the most beautiful places in the world, Cape Town and its surrounding countryside and beaches provide a stunning backdrop for this tour. In addition to Table Mountain and the chance to sample the produce of the world-famous wine estates of Stellenbosch, the wild coastline and rugged interior provide some classic riding on peaceful roads with very little traffic. The stunning scenery, a rich cultural history, unique flora, and some unusual wildlife encounters in the form of penguins, plains game, whales (in season) and baboons, make this a fantastic destination to discover by bicycle.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Start Cape Town. Free day to relax or explore.
Day 2: Ride to Stellenbosch and the wine estates.
Day 3: Ride over Hellshoogte passing vineyards to the quaint village of Franschhoek.
Day 4: Transfer through Breede Valley and ride through the beautiful semi-arid desert of the Great Karoo.
Day 5: Ride down through Langeberge Mountains to Bontebok N.P., home to rare antelope, mountain zebra and endangered cranes.
Day 6: Ride and transfer to Cape Agulhas N.P., Africa's southernmost point.
Day 7: Transfer to Gansbaai; Indian Ocean ride to Hermanus (seasonal whale watching).
Day 8: Free day to relax in Hermanus, optional shark diving.
Day 9: Ride the Whale Coast to Gordon's Bay.
Day 10: Cycle to Cape Town via the surf beach of Muizenburg.
Day 11: Stunning Cape Peninsula ride through historic coastal villages; visit penguin colony.
Day 12: Optional morning visit to Robben Island; end Cape Town.
- Mode of travel: Category: Road.
- Grade: B
- Average daily distance: 55km (34 miles)
- Number of days cycling: 10
- Vehicle Support: 100%
- Terrain and route: A classic road tour with relaxed rides and the opportunity for a few challenging passes. Mainly good quality tarmac roads with a few excursions onto hard-packed graded roads.
Bike Hire:
* Bike hire in South Africa: Trek 4500 £135, paid on booking.
* Bike hire from UK: £125, paid on booking.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Local Payment: 125 GBP
- Group size: Min. 6, max. 14, plus leader and driver.
- Accommodation: 8 nights chalets/lodges, 3 nights 3 star hotels.
- Food: All breakfasts, 7 lunches and 6 dinners.
- Optional Single Supplement: from $540.00
- Trip Reference: MZC
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South Africa
Outdoor: Land Rambler
Bicycle Touring
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