South Africa, 7 Nights, $1,410

Explore vineyards, wildlife-packed national parks, and local villages along the Garden Route from Durban to Cape Town.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009 |

The Real Deal One night at the Happy Hippo hotel in Durban, two nights in Cintsa, one night in Addo Elephant National Park, two nights at Tsitsikamma National Park, and one night in Oudtshoorn; seven breakfasts and four dinners; activities such as game drives, wine tastings, and visits to a village and the Cango Caves in Oudtshoorn; and local transportation by truck or van, from $1,410 per person—including all taxes and fees.

When Depart Aug. 8, Sept. 19, Oct. 3, 17, 31, Nov. 14, 28, Dec. 12, 26, 2009; Jan. 9, 23, Feb. 6, 20, Mar. 6, 20, Apr. 3, 17, May 1, 15, 29, June 12, 26, 2010.

Cape Town Harbor (Mark Karrass/Corbis) [enlarge photo]

The Fine Print Airfare is not included; airport-hotel transfers are $76 per person in Durban and $62 per person in Cape Town. The starting rate includes a local cash payment of $350 per person. Allow $80 to cover additional meals. Group size is four to 12 participants. Based on double-occupancy hotel rooms and shared tents; no single supplement. Book with trip code UOH. Read these guidelines before you book any Real Deal.

Book By No deadline; based on availability.

Contact Intrepid Travel, 800/970-7299, intrepidtravel.com.

Why It's a Deal This Garden Route Adventure package breaks down to about $200 a night and covers accommodations, breakfast daily, four dinners, guided sightseeing, and transportation. You'll have knowledgeable guides who will help you make the most of the trip and the convenience of having everything arranged in one go.

More Optional activities include visiting the botanical garden in Cape Town ($4 per person), mountain biking in Cintsa ($15 per person), or bungee jumping in Tsitsikamma ($81 per person). Add nights for an additional $72 per person at the Happy Hippo in Durban or from $110 per person at the Saasveld Lodge in Cape Town.

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