Road Trip Highlights
Car
12 days
1679 km
- Embarking on a scenic drive from Durban, through the beautiful Eastern Cape hills and valleys, to Mthatha.
- Exploring the charming coastal cities of East London and Port Elizabeth.
- Enjoying the surf culture and beautiful beaches in Jeffrey’s Bay.
- Experiencing the natural beauty and outdoor activities in Knysna and George along the Garden Route.
- Arriving in the vibrant city of Cape Town and spending quality time with family.
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Aruna Jimmie
South Africa
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Toyota RAV 4 AWD Automatic Transmission
5 Seats |
5 Doors |
3 Large Bags |
2 Medium Bags
- Aircon
- Power Steering
- ABS
- Petrol
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VW Tiguan SUV Automatic Transmission
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5 Doors |
2 Medium Bags |
2 Small Bags
- Aircon
- Power Steering
- ABS
- Petrol
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Polo TSI Automatic Transmission
5 Seats |
5 Doors |
2 Medium Bags
- Aircon
- Power Steering
- ABS
- Petrol
Minimum rental: 1 day
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Road Trip Itinerary
| Activities | Kms | Stay | |
| Day 1 | Depart from Durban at 4am, drive south via Kokstad, Mount Frere, Mount Ayliff to Mthatha. Enjoy the scenic drive through the beautiful Eastern Cape hills and valleys. Take a break in Kokstad for fuel, coffee, sandwiches, and a restroom break. Continue the journey through East London to Port Elizabeth. Stay at Road Lodge Port Elizabeth for 1 night. | 912 | Road Lodge Port Elizabeth |
| Day 2-12 | After a fresh shower and breakfast, continue the journey through Jeffrey Bay, Knysna, and George along the Garden Route. Arrive in Cape Town in the evening to meet with family. Stay 11 nights at Bakovenbay Luxury Suites. | 767 | Bakovenbay Luxury Suites |
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