Cape Town Vacation for Lovers: Most Romantic Destinations

Couple enjoying view of Cape Town in South Africa

What to expect on this itinerary

The Western Cape province of South Africa is a diverse region that is teeming with picturesque landscapes and magnificent mountain ranges. The heart of the province, Cape Town, is a sophisticated city that is nestled at the base of the towering Table Mountain. It is surrounded by pristine Blue Flag beaches and far-stretching green Winelands. On this intimate 8-day expedition, you and your partner will enjoy a luxurious tour of the city’s prestigious landmarks and enchanting destinations. Together, soak up the serene scenic splendor and tuck into revered South African cuisine. You will capture lifelong memories on this unforgettably authentic and romantic tour Cape Town that is sure to be remembered forever.

Countries Visited

South Africa

Places Visited

Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Simondium

Suggested Duration

8 Days

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Day 1

Cape Town – Capture Memories from Great Heights

Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be welcomed by the warm African sun. After collecting your things, you will meet your private transfer for a scenic drive to your first destination where you will witness the wondrous region in all its glory as you comfortably journey to the heart of the city. Table Mountain stands mightily tall in the middle of Cape Town, with roads and buildings that are wrapped around its base. You will transfer around the mountain and through the bustling streets as you travel to the pristine Camps Bay area. Camps Bay is renowned for its premier restaurants and luxurious beach. Here, you will explore the stylish cultural scene and tuck into delicious cuisine. You will arrive at your lavish 5-star accommodation that overlooks the ocean, and your intimate suite will offer breathtaking views from the comfort of your private balcony. Furthermore, your elegant hotel boasts first-class amenities to enjoy when you return from your romantic adventures.

Once you have made yourselves comfortable, you will journey to the V&A Waterfront for a charming afternoon. The fashionable waterfront boasts opulent stores and extravagant restaurants, and you will enjoy exploring the surrounding area, purchasing high-end items and fine-dining on immaculate cuisine. After which, you will visit Cape Town’s leading contemporary African art museum where the amazing pieces will inspire and fill you with great admiration for African art. The displays will be immersive and engaging, keeping you thoroughly entertained throughout.

After the rich, cultural discovery of African art, you will transfer to the base of the magnificent Table Mountain. A Cable Car will lift you into the sky as you reach for the top of the mountain. Once you arrive, you will be met with endless views of the Western Cape. You and your loved one will capture unforgettable moments together as you gaze upon the vibrant city below. As the sun begins to set, you will make yourselves comfortable at a gourmet cafe on top of the mountain. With sushi platters, fine wines, and South African cheese boards on the menu, you will delight in the romantic dining experience on top of the world. Afterward, you will make your way down the mountain and transfer back to your peaceful room on the shores of the city’s elite seaside suburb.

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Day 2

Cape Town – An Endearing Day of Nature and Culture

Day 3

Cape Town – The Western Cape Coastline at its Finest

Day 4

Franschhoek – Take Flight over the Winelands

Day 5

Franschhoek – A Vintage Journey like No Other

Day 6

Cape Town – Living the Luxurious Farm Life

Day 7

Cape Town – Cape Town's Best Kept Secrets

Day 8

Cape Town – A Breakfast Fit for a King and Queen

Trip Highlights

  • Witness panoramic vistas of the greater Cape Town region on top of Table Mountain, Lion’s Head, and Signal Hill
  • Explore the regions diverse environment at the immaculate Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and Franschhoek Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve
  • Delight in extravagant local performances with gourmet dinner at a premier theatre in the city
  • Journey along the Cape Peninsula, encountering captivating historical landmarks and riveting attractions at pivotal Cape suburbs
  • View the African sunset as you cycle along the splendid Sea Point promenade
  • Take flight in a private hot-air balloon for sunrise spectacles of the Winelands below
  • Enjoy an insightful and elegant taste tour of Stellenbosch’s renowned wines
  • Soak up the scenic splendor as you are driven along the Franschhoek pass inside a vintage automobile
  • Spend the day at Cape Town’s elite eco-conscious farm, enjoying an exquisite lunch and intimate activities
  • Explore the city’s most coveted hideaway beaches

Detailed Description

Your endearing journey to South Africa’s most vibrant city will begin with a scenic journey to your lavish 5-star hotel in the elite suburb of Camps Bay. Here, you will delight in panoramic vistas of the ocean and a thriving suburban paradise. In the afternoon, you will transfer to the exuberant V&A Waterfront where you will explore the high-end fashion stores and visit the city’s renowned contemporary art museum. After which, you will venture to the base of Table Mountain. A short Cable Car ride to the top of the mountain will deliver you into the clouds. From these great heights, you will witness the city in all its glory and capture picture-perfect moments as you fine-dine in the sky.

The following day, you will transfer to a colorfully authentic South African farmers market that is driven by eco-conscious and sustainable values. Soak up the morning sun and delight in the array of local delicacies. Then, you will visit the evergreen fields of Cape Town’s immense national botanical gardens for an intimate picnic among beautiful plant life. Afternoon tea on top of Signal Hill will share immaculate sunset views of the cityscape, and in the evening, you will transfer to a premier theatre for an extravagant performance that will be accompanied by a gourmet meal. On your third day, you will enjoy breakfast and shopping at the creatively-minded boutique Old Biscuit Mill before setting off on an immersive tour of the Cape Peninsula. Witness the spectacle of the Western Cape before enjoying an intimate sunset cycle on the Sea Point promenade.

Immediately the following morning, you will transfer to Stellenbosch for an impeccable sunrise in the sky as you take flight in a private hot-air balloon. Celebrate the romantic journey with breakfast and a glass of bubbly before transferring on a rich tour of the distinguished destinations leading wine estates. In the afternoon, you will transfer to the breathtaking Franschhoek Valley. After waking the next day, you will witness the scenic Franschhoek pass in a chauffeur-driven vintage car and encounter the Cape’s diverse wildlife at a first-class nature reserve before exploring the heritage of the Huguenot settlers. Spend your sixth day in paradise as you participate in riveting activities and have an elegant lunch at a luxurious, sustainable farm. Return to Cape Town in the evening for exquisite cocktails and sunset vistas.

On your final full day, you will explore the pristine beaches that are sprawled across the western coastline. Visit hideaway, white sand gems and soak up the sun in style. Later this evening, enjoy a charming hike up Lion’s Head for the perfect closing to your journey. You can gaze upon the energetic city below as you celebrate your enthrallingly shared expedition. The following day, you will tuck into one final gourmet breakfast before heading to the airport and departing for home. Interested in learning more by seeing some of our travelers’ South Africa vacation tour reviews? Click here for more.

Starting Price

$4,200 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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Review: Luxury Africa Safari & Tour, South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, Swaziland, Zimbabwe, Zulu Nyala Safari Lodge, Cape Town

The following is what we wrote to the travel agency directly:

I am writing this in lieu of the survey and hope that we cover the questions.  First of all, THANK YOU!!!  Our agent was wonderful and accomodating in reference to the scheduling and the itinerary.  She was charming and friendly and was quick to respond to my questions and requests.  

Upon arrival, the woman from our tour company was nice, accomodating.

The Faircity Hotel was just what we ordered, easy and near to a couple of things.  Our guide from the tour company was nice and informative.  I highly recommend the Cradle of Humankind and wish we had spent a little longer there but we arrived too late.  We went to the Sterkfontein Caves and would not recommend it for people of our age although it was interesting.  (We're not really cave people anyway)  The Apartheid Museum was good but not outstanding.  We had done a lot of reading before the trip.

Next, we got our car and drove to Hazyview. Oh, we added a GPS in the rental.  We had brought our own but you should recommwend to people that they make sure that their GPS has South Africa in it.  I had checked it at home trying to find Johannesburg and our GPS found it so I assumed they had S Africa, but somebody later told me that there is a Jburg in the US that GPS pick up! The driving wasn't bad at all, in fact, very good and easy even for us Americans.  The Tanamera Lodge was out of this world--beautiful and well managed.  We drove up to Bourne's Pothole, etc, etc, which shouldn't be missed.We stopped for lunch in Graskop on the way, a cute little touristy town.

Our next leg was a long trip from there to Swaziland.  Uneventful and easy to get thru the borders. Since we stopped at other craft places on the way, we didn't make it in time to see the candles or glass.  The Mountain Inn accomodation was OK.  We had dinner there amongst throngs of tourists but the food was good.

Then on to St Lucia Amazulu Lodge.  We had been given a note at the Mountain Inn that the front office closes at 6 and we could call when we got there.  Problem is--no phone!!  Luckily, some other tourists were there and let us in and told us where to park the car--and therre was a night watchman who found the key for us (non-English speaking)  We walked around St Lucia which is a nice town and walked out to the estuary.

We next drove to Hluhluwe the Zulu Nyala Safari Game Lodge--very good experience.  The rental car was picked up the next day.

Our transfer to Durban went smoothly as did the transfer from the CT airport.  We stayed at the Underberg Guesthouse, which we would recommend highly.  Fortunately, our in country contact had discovered that I had booked one day short there and scrambled for us and found another guesthouse for the last night--Wergelen--terrific!!!!!!!!

CT: Robben Island (good), Greenmarket Sq--fun market and lots of cafes around; District 6 Museum, a little disappointing but we're glad we went, the V and A Waterfront for a nice lunch.  Oh, and the Red and Blue buses which are hop on hop off buses touring CT and environs.  Oh, our trip to Cape Point which had been arranged by the Underberg was wonderful and beautiful, stopping by several small towns.  The penguins were delightful!  (There was a major fire on the Cape for a couple of days, which was really sad but interesting watching the helicopters trying to put it out with seawater)

Our car was delivered to Wergelen.  And we decided that we had too much stuff for the remainder of the trip so Fiona, the owner of Welgelen helped us find a shipper for our suitcases which should arrive in the PHL airport soon.(!?)

The drive to Stellenbosch and Franshoek was wonderful.  The River Manor Boutique Hotel was a great find, easy walk into town, good breakfast, nice staff. We went to Oppie Dorp, good food and not expensive and to Ernie Eels  restaurnat, the Big Easy--again good food.  We drove thru Franshoek on the way to Hermanus since it had been recommended and the trip is FANTASTIC.  (I am glad we had gotten used to driving on the left side by then thru the mountains!)  We went to several wineries, including the one owned by Ernie Eels (beautiful views!!) and some others.

\Hermanus was  a cute town, touristy, good for one night.  Beautiful seaside.

\Oudtshoorn was very interesting as a one time deal.  Not a must but good for once.  The Mooiplaas GH was a good accomodation.  Not much to do in the town.

Driving to Plettenberg Bay was nice. Enrico's Restaurant is about 15 mins out of town and a really nice place, highly recommended for beauty and food.  By the water.  Also stopped for oysters in Knysna, asking at the tourist office where good oysters were. (Quay Four), an informal place on the water with great oysters.  Driving to Port Elizabeth was uneventful.  We arrived late at the No 5 Boutique Art Hotel and left very early for our flight, but the hotel was magnificent and we wished we had spent a couple of nights there.

Flight to Joburg and onto Maun were fine.  At that point Desert and Deltas Safaris took over and WOW--we were treated royally and it was so interesting and lots of fun and LOADS of pix.  I'm glad you chose the combination of venues thru DDS, water, Okinavango Delta, Moremi, Xugana.  We saw lots of animals and birds.  The weather was great (a little too dry for them) but good (and hot) for us.  

Victoria Falls:  Transits went well and timely.  We booked the sunset cruise thru the tour company that picked us up in Kusane to V Falls.   We went to Zambia and Zimbabwe sides of the falls.(walking and taxi)  There's a competition between the countries as to which side is better.  We loved both.  Zimbabwe gave a better overview but Zambia felt intimate and more into the falls.  My camera shorted out in the falls in  Zimbabwe, our last day :((( but it had put in 6 weeks of great pix.  

All in all, a TERRIFIC trip which we would recommend to anyone (who can afford it :(  )  We want our adult children to go someday.  Our travel agency did a wonderful job of making sure we were well taken care of and getting us to absolutely great places.

Thank you!!!!

Barbara and Loren C

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Luxury Africa Safari Review: Botswana, Zambia, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Okavango Delta, Wine Country

Nothing but great things to say about our experience with this Africa safari travel planner!! The day after we entered our Zicasso request online, we were contacted by our agent.  We clicked immediately. She got right away what we wanted to achieve during our trip and began helping us to develop a workable plan. If we drove her crazy with all of our revisions, you would never have known it: she was focused, resourceful, and upbeat, offering great advice at critical junctures to come up with a plan that met our needs and maximized both our time and convenience. She went the extra mile to ensure that we had a great trip, checked in frequently to find out how things were going and made great recommendations for restaurants and local attractions. We felt very pampered and we were! The outlines of our final trip included stops in Cape Town; the Blyde River Canyon; Kruger National Park; Victoria Falls; Botswana; and  Johannesburg.

The company made all arrangements for us at two great safari camps: Kings in Kruger, and Shinde in Botswana. Both were excellent – knowledgeable guides; incredible surroundings; generous and welcoming staff.  We lucked out and managed to see the Big Five in just two days!  A highlight of the Botswana safari was spending 45 minutes observing a pride of eight lions congregated about 40 feet away from our open-air jeep. At Kruger, we had a similar up-close and personal viewing experience of two leopards and two white rhinos.

Our travel company also made all arrangements for five internal flights and pick-ups and one wonderfully guided day tour of the Blyde River Canyon: there was never a hitch! We even crossed four borders. The hand-offs were smooth; the transport vehicles clean and comfortable; the drivers safe and enthusiastic. All the practical details were attended to from tasty box lunches to confirmation calls the day before transfers.  

Our travel company also arranged two wonderful tours in Cape Town for us and we were especially privileged to have them led by the Managing Director of the company.  He is a consummate professional and was incredibly knowledgeable and informative about every topic that we discussed. He is also charming and delightful on a personal level and all of these qualities are reflected in the company he manages.  Our two day-tours were to the Cape of Good Hope which included a spectacular gourmet multi-course wine-paired lunch at the Flagship, a restaurant located in the home of the chef and situated near the edge of the sea in Simon’s Town with beautiful views all around. We were joined by a handful of other quests and spent a lovely afternoon in their company sharing a great culinary experience.

The Managing Director also led us on a one day tour that included stops at Hermanus in the Western Cape for whale watching and at two beautiful towns in the wine country – Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. We tasted the extraordinary wines of the Delaire Graff and Tokara estates, both of which had distinctive architecture and art, but the Delaire setting was breathtakingly luxurious.  

All in all, an unforgettable trip thanks to this company!

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Travel Review: Luxury South Africa Safari, Cape Town, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, Cape of Good Hope, Robben Island, Table Mountain

We had high expectations about our trip to South Africa. Others who have been on safari have raved about it. Although we travel a lot, this was our first time using a travel agency. I'm the type that likes to research the options and make decisions based on our personal preferences, however, I knew I was over my head planning a three week trip to an area we knew nothing about. Working with this Africa safari travel company was fantastic and they exceeded every expectation we had for the trip. Every detail was thought out and planned for, even ones we did not know would be helpful like an escort through Johannesburg airport. 

We gave our travel company our flight arrival and departure dates and an overall budget. They booked our hotels in Cape Town, Winelands, and 2 safaris as well as a 2-night trip on Rovos Rail. In addition, they made dinner reservations, booked a personal guide for the first part of our trip, arranged airport transportation. Every choice they made was one I would have made myself and matched our style perfectly.

Our trip to South Africa was much more than we expected which was focused on the safari aspect. Cape Town is beautiful, the mountains are stunning, the restaurants had some of the best food we have ever had, topped only by the food we had at our next stop in Franschhoek and Stellenbosch (Winelands). You'll think you are in any high end European restaurant. The wine tours, restaurants, scenery and towns in Winelands far exceed our experiences in Napa and Sonoma which we live near. I wish we had planned extra time there. 

We thank this company for the wonderful experience, have fallen in love with the area and can not wait to go back! 

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South Africa Review: Cape Town Luxury Vacation, Peninsula Excursion, Robben Island, Foodie Walking Tour, Franschhoek
This is the third trip I've made using Zicasso services.  Each one has exceeded my expectations.  The tour company did a wonderful job of tailoring our activities to what we wanted as well as making suggestions that enhanced our vacation.  For example, our travel designer supported our inclination to stay in a funkier part of Cape Town rather than in the busier waterfront area.  She also suggested we stay in the smaller village of Franschhoek instead of Stellenbosch which provided a lovely contrast to the city experience of Cape Town.  Our travel designer listened to our feedback during the planning process and developed a wonderful itinerary.

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South Africa & Namibia Travel Review: Cape Town, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Boulders Beach, Cape Winelands, Safaris

Zicasso matched us with two excellent travel agents who were both professional, responsive, and knowledgeable. We selected this travel company. Our agent, Richelle, worked with us to design an itinerary that transformed our wish list into an incredible African journey. Her prompt responses to our questions or needs were greatly appreciated.

We were attempting to see a lot of South Africa and Namibia in only two weeks. Throughout our trip, the accommodations, transfers, guides, restaurants, flights, and activities that Richelle had arranged or suggested were superb. She helped us create a portal for our trip that served as a source of information, pick-up times, e-tickets, and things like our allergies that restaurants knew ahead of time. Additionally, she was there for us as we were traveling in case we had a problem or question. We can't say enough about her professionalism, patience, and genuine concern that our vacation would be everything we hoped for.

Our itinerary was ambitious, but Richelle's preparation made it possible. First, we spent three days at Marataba. The accommodations, food, and staff were first-rate. Our guide on the safaris was excellent and the variety of game we saw was impressive.

The next part of our trip was in Cape Town. We arrived in a storm that the locals called "the storm of the century". There was extensive damage and some loss of life as well. While the storm certainly curtailed some activities, the following days had brilliant sunshine. We had a great time visiting the V&A Waterfront, a colony of African penguins at Boulders Beach, enjoying the gorgeous coastal scenery along Chapman's Peak Drive, and a too-short visit to the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. Our accommodations at the hotel in Sea Point were excellent for location and the professional staff.

After three days in Cape Town, our guide drove us for about an hour to the Cape Winelands. We arranged for two wine tastings in Stellenbosch. The winery was outstanding for the beautiful views and excellent wine. We also saw zebra and impala in the field just in front of the outdoor verandah. We had lunch at a boutique hotel and winery with spectacular views and delicious wine and food. Our accommodations at the hotel in Franschhoek were outstanding. The setting, service, food, and beautiful views were a highlight of our trip. Our room was large and beautifully appointed. An example of their generous hospitality was that all items in the minibar, including a bottle of wine produced at their winery, were gratis. We regretted having to leave after only one night's stay.

Our guide then returned us to the airport in Cape Town for our flight to Walvis Bay, Namibia. We were met by our driver at the airport to transfer us to the hotel in Swakopmund. The hotel was on the Atlantic Ocean and a perfect location to explore the town. The staff was top-notch. Warm, friendly, efficient, willing to help you arrange drivers, restaurant reservations, or figuring out how to work the TV remote.

After three days in Swakopmund, our excellent guide drove us to the lodge in the private Kulala Wilderness Reserve. Once again, the warm hospitality of the staff here and throughout our travels will stay with us for a long time. The lodge is a gateway to the magnificent dunes of Sossusvlei. Our guide was outstanding. He was an excellent driver over some awful roads and sand, and the depth and breadth of his knowledge were impressive. He cooked us a lovely chicken and salad lunch out in the desert. He drove us to Windhoek for our flight back to Johannesburg and our return home. 

There will be many wonderful things to remember about our journey in southern Africa, but Richelle's excellent guidance and the warmth of the African people are what will stay with us the longest.

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Namibia & South Africa Travel Review: Stellenbosch, Windhoek, Doro !Nawas Conservancy

The travel company did a great job.  We enjoyed everything they setup:  the hotel in Stellenbosch, the three lodges in Namibia, the high quality of the tour guides, the flight arrangements, the hotel in Windhoek, and the various other local transportations they arranged. 

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