Michael Baisden South Africa 2024

February 16 - 27, 2024

Michael Baisden South Africa 2024

Trip Highlights:

  • Flight options from Atlanta or Newark airports
  • 5-star accommodations in Sandton (a suburb of Johannesburg)
  • 5-star accommodations in Sun City
  • 5-star accommodations in Cape Town
  • Robben Island
  • Cape Peninsula
  • Soweto & Johannesburg
  • South African Wine
  • Michael Baisden Travel Club meet & greets
  • And so much more …

The itinerary is subject to change.

Package includes:

  • Roundtrip air on Delta Airlines from Atlanta (ATL) or United Airlines from Newark (EWR)
  • Airline taxes (subject to change)
  • Flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town
  • 5-Star Accommodation [2 nights – United] or [3 nights – Delta] in Sandton (a suburb of Johannesburg)
  • 5-Star Accommodation (2 nights) in Sun City
  • 5-Star Accommodation [4 nights – Delta] or [5 nights -United] in Cape Town
  • Hotel taxes
  • Breakfast Daily,  and other meals as mentioned on the itinerary
  • Private tours of Soweto & Johannesburg
  • Game/Safari drives in Pilanesberg
  • Private tours of Cape Town
    • Cape Peninsula
    • Robben Island
    • Winery
  • Private Parties, Receptions, and Activities
  • Transfers by private A/C bus

Not included:

  • A passport is required to enter South Africa
  • No Vaccinations are required at this time for those coming from the US, but check with your personal medical professional for your specific needs
  • Travelers Insurance (highly recommended) Go to Travel Insurance | Advantage International (advantage-intl.com) for information
  • Any meals not mentioned in the program
  • Beverage with meals
  • Any items not listed on the itinerary
  • Connecting flights or transfers to and from our US destination gateway city.
  • Spa treatments and shopping
  • Items of a personal nature and any personal expenses
  • Gratuities: recommended amounts: Tour Guides $5 – $10 per person day   Drivers $2 – $5 per person per day

The itinerary is subject to change.


GROUP 1 – Delta Airlines Johannesburg, Sun City & Capetown

Delta Flight Information: Subject to Change

DL 24 FEB 16 Atlanta to Johannesburg – Depart 5:45 pm- Arrive 4:05 pm +1 (FEB 17)

DL 211 FEB 25 Cape Town to Atlanta – Depart 10:55 pm – Arrival 8:20 am +1 (FEB 26)

Your Accommodations:

  • Sandton Sun for 3 nights
  • Cascades Sun City for 2 nights
  • Table Bay  Cape Town for 3 nights

Group 2 – United Airlines Johannesburg, Sun City & Capetown

UA 188 FEB 17 Newark to Johannesburg – Depart 9:00 pm Arrive 6:35 pm +1 (FEB 18)

UA 1123 FEB 26 Capetown to Newark – Depart 8:50 pm Arrive 5:35 am +1  (FEB 27)

Your Accommodations:

  • Sandton Sun for 2 nights
  • Cascades Sun City for 2 nights
  • Table Bay Cape Town for 4 nights

Itinerary

16 February

Depart the United States on Delta Airlines on your transatlantic flight to Johannesburg  


17 February

Delta Airlines travelers arrive in Johannesburg and transfer to the hotel.  This is a good day to acclimate and recover from the long flight.

United Airlines travelers will depart the United States on your transatlantic flight to Johannesburg.


18 February

Group 1 – Delta Airlines

After breakfast at the hotel, relax, unwind, and freshen up. Later this morning, we will depart for Lesedi Cultural Village for a traditional cultural experience. At Lesedi Cultural Village, you will be welcomed in the real warm African style. This renowned village is in the heart of the African bushveld amidst the rocky hills within the Cradle of Humankind, a World Heritage Site. You’ll discover the fascinating cultures and traditions of the people of Africa. Visit five traditional homesteads inhabited by Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi, Basotho, and Ndebele tribes who live according to the tribal folklore and traditions of their ancestors. “Our culture is the light of our nation – whoever walks here amongst our cultures at Lesedi can also see the light.” 

Group 2 – United Airlines will arrive in Johannesburg and transfer to the hotel.

Both groups will come together for a private Michael Baisden Travel Club meet and greet.


19 February

After breakfast at the hotel, meet in the lobby for departure to Soweto.

On this tour, we drive past contrasting settlements while being told the history. Drive on Vilakazi Street, the most famous street in the whole world, which used to be home to two NOBEL Peace Prize Winners. Visit the home of Nelson Mandela, which is now a museum. Visit the site of the 1976 student uprising, The Hector Peterson Museum and Memorial. Sit for a sumptuous lunch at a local restaurant.


20 February

After breakfast, we’ll transfer to Pilanesberg National Park and Sun City. We’ll start the afternoon with an afternoon game drive.

We’ll unite for a boma in true South African tradition this evening.


21 February

Rise with the sun for an early morning game drive. After our sunrise game drive, we’ll return to the hotel for breakfast and a free day to explore the area on your own. This afternoon, we set out on another game drive to see more of South Africa’s wildlife.

This evening, enjoy Sun City your way!


22 February

After breakfast, we’ll pack up and hit the road to the OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg and our flight to Cape Town.

Upon arrival in Capetown, we’ll transfer to the hotel to check in and freshen up.

This evening we’ll go for a taste of Africa dinner at Gold Restaurant


23 February

After breakfast at the hotel, depart on a Full day Cape Peninsula Tour, including | Chapmans Peak Drive | Cape Point | Boulders Penguin Colony in Simonstown  

We’ll stop for lunch during our tour. 

Return to Cape Town and our hotel

 

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24 February

After breakfast, depart for the Robben Island Ferry terminal and a full tour of Robben Island and the former prison that housed Nelson Mandela and other fighters against Apartheid.

This afternoon we’ll return to the Waterfront. Time for shopping and lunch at the famous V&A Waterfront on your own or Return to the hotel.

 


25 February

After breakfast, depart to Table Mountain and then to the wine country of Stellenbosch for a bit of wine tasting and bites. 

We’ll return to the hotel, and Group 1 (Delta Airlines) will collect their luggage and head to the airport for your flight home.


26 February

Group 2  (United Airlines) – Enjoy a free day your way.

Note: A late checkout for the hotel is not guaranteed.

Group 1 (Delta Airlines) Arrive in the US. Welcome home!


27 February

Arrive in the US. Welcome home!

Itinerary, dates, accommodations, and transfers subject to change

Payment Schedule: Not adhering to the payment schedule can result in late payment fees, cancellation without notice, and/or rate increases.

  • $1500 per person non-refundable deposit is due at the time of booking
  • 50% of the remaining balance is due by October 10, 2023
  • Full and final payment is due by January 8, 2024

All prices are in US Dollars. Due to exchange rate changes, taxes, and other factors, we do not guarantee the amount of the final Tour Fee until the Full and Final Payment Date; prior to said date, we may increase the Tour price. Except as expressly stated in the Itinerary, you are solely responsible for any Tour-related costs that you incur.

Change/Cancellation: Notice of change/cancellation must be made in writing to Advantage International, LLC, and your cancellation date will be the date we actually receive your notice:

A name change can be requested, cannot be guaranteed, and additional fees will apply. All changes are subject to availability and rate differences and are not guaranteed.

Cancellation:

  • $1500 per person is non-refundable.
  • In addition to the non-refundable deposit, 25% of the package price is non-refundable if canceled from October 10 to December 15, 2023.
  • 75% of the package price is non-refundable if canceled from December 16, 2023, to January 7, 2024.
  • 100% of the package price is non-refundable if canceled on or after January 8, 2024.
  • We must receive your cancellation notice in writing by email, fax, or overnight courier, and your cancellation date will be the date we receive your notice.
  • Your decision not to participate on the Tour due to State Department warnings, fear of travel, or the like will be deemed a cancellation. If a flight or another delay for any reason prevents you from joining the Tour on the Tour start date, you will be considered a no-show, and we cannot provide a full or partial refund or credit toward a future Tour, but you may join the Tour late if you wish.

Travel Entry Requirements for South Africa (US Passports Holders)

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Please review the dates of each package, as they differ slightly!



About the

Michael Baisden South Africa

February 16 – 27, 2024

Double Occupancy from $5799 per person | Single Occupancy from $6699 per person

Experience one of the World’s Top Destinations with a custom-designed Johannesburg, Sun City & Cape Town itinerary!

The itinerary, times, and events are subject to change.  

  • Deposit Required
  • Meals Included
  • Overnight
  • Airfare Included
  • Accomodations
  • Weather Dependent

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