* VISA-FREE * - MAGNIFICENT SOUTH AFRICA - THY - 2026
DAY 01 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – JOHANNESBURG
On the evening of May 16, we meet with our esteemed guests at the Turkish Airlines counter in the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport. After completing passport and baggage check-in procedures, we will depart for Johannesburg with Turkish Airlines flight TK 42 at 01:40. Arriving in Johannesburg at 10:30 local time, we will start our panoramic city tour of Johannesburg with our private vehicle waiting for us. The places we will see during our panoramic city tour include the City Center, Houghton-Mandela House, Rosebank, and Sandton areas. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. After checking in at the hotel, we settle into our rooms and have free time. Overnight at our hotel in Johannesburg.
On the evening of May 16, we meet with our esteemed guests at the Turkish Airlines counter in the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport. After completing passport and baggage check-in procedures, we will depart for Johannesburg with Turkish Airlines flight TK 42 at 01:40. Arriving in Johannesburg at 10:30 local time, we will start our panoramic city tour of Johannesburg with our private vehicle waiting for us. The places we will see during our panoramic city tour include the City Center, Houghton-Mandela House, Rosebank, and Sandton areas. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. After checking in at the hotel, we settle into our rooms and have free time. Overnight at our hotel in Johannesburg.
DAY 02 JOHANNESBURG – SUN CITY
After breakfast in the morning, we move towards the Sun City region. On the way, our guests can join the optional Lion Park tour (90 USD). In our Lion Park Tour, we will have the opportunity to see rare white lions playing in their natural habitat. Following that, for those who wish, an optional lunch included Lesedi Cultural Village tour (100 USD) is available. Lesedi is a cultural village where you can closely observe the lifestyles, dances, traditions, and customs of the black tribes living in South Africa. At the start of the tour, there will be a video presentation narrating the history of black cultures, and then we will divide into small groups to enter areas showcasing the home lives of the Zulu-Xhosa-Basotho and Pedi tribes. Later, we will watch cultural African dances. We will have our lunch included in the optional tour at the Lesedi Cultural Village, featuring traditional African cuisine. After visiting Lesedi Village, we continue on our journey to Sun City and arrive there for a panoramic city tour. Sun City is located on the outskirts of a tranquil lake in the northwest province of South Africa, surrounded by the majestic hills of Pilanesberg. Sun City is unique among holiday resorts due to its combination of various features. Every year, it attracts thousands of tourists with its lavish sport and entertainment facilities, four and five-star hotels, and the magical Lost City. After our panoramic city tour upon arrival, we check into our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Sun City.
After breakfast in the morning, we move towards the Sun City region. On the way, our guests can join the optional Lion Park tour (90 USD). In our Lion Park Tour, we will have the opportunity to see rare white lions playing in their natural habitat. Following that, for those who wish, an optional lunch included Lesedi Cultural Village tour (100 USD) is available. Lesedi is a cultural village where you can closely observe the lifestyles, dances, traditions, and customs of the black tribes living in South Africa. At the start of the tour, there will be a video presentation narrating the history of black cultures, and then we will divide into small groups to enter areas showcasing the home lives of the Zulu-Xhosa-Basotho and Pedi tribes. Later, we will watch cultural African dances. We will have our lunch included in the optional tour at the Lesedi Cultural Village, featuring traditional African cuisine. After visiting Lesedi Village, we continue on our journey to Sun City and arrive there for a panoramic city tour. Sun City is located on the outskirts of a tranquil lake in the northwest province of South Africa, surrounded by the majestic hills of Pilanesberg. Sun City is unique among holiday resorts due to its combination of various features. Every year, it attracts thousands of tourists with its lavish sport and entertainment facilities, four and five-star hotels, and the magical Lost City. After our panoramic city tour upon arrival, we check into our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Sun City.
DAY 03 SUN CITY
After breakfast, we have free time. Those who wish can join the optional Pilanesberg Safari Tour (185 USD). In our safari tour in Pilanesberg National Park, we will have the opportunity to spend unforgettable hours filled with memories in a natural environment surrounded by volcanic formations in the Pilanesberg National Park, visiting the daily lives of various wild animals. During our trip, we will have the chance to see the Big Five, which includes lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and hippos, as well as 350 species of birds, 65 reptiles, and hundreds of different animal varieties; after the safari, we will transfer back to our hotel to rest. Overnight at our hotel.
After breakfast, we have free time. Those who wish can join the optional Pilanesberg Safari Tour (185 USD). In our safari tour in Pilanesberg National Park, we will have the opportunity to spend unforgettable hours filled with memories in a natural environment surrounded by volcanic formations in the Pilanesberg National Park, visiting the daily lives of various wild animals. During our trip, we will have the chance to see the Big Five, which includes lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and hippos, as well as 350 species of birds, 65 reptiles, and hundreds of different animal varieties; after the safari, we will transfer back to our hotel to rest. Overnight at our hotel.
Guests wishing may also participate in an extra Safari at sunset besides the sunrise Safari (185 USD)
DAY 04 SUN CITY – JOHANNESBURG – CAPE TOWN
After having breakfast at the hotel, we transfer to the airport to take our flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town. On the way, for our guests who wish, an optional tour to the Elephant and Monkey Park will be organized (155 USD). At the Elephant Park, you will have the chance to interact with elephants and touch uniquely crafted body parts. Throughout the tour, you will meet rangers who will help you understand the value of the special, trust-based relationship we share with elephants and allow you to become a part of that. You will learn many interesting facts about how elephants are uniquely created and shaped in anatomy. In the Monkey Park, you will have an interactive experience with monkeys and lemurs living freely within a natural and exotic forest, having the opportunity to hug and touch them. After our tour, we arrive at the airport, and our flight to Cape Town takes place. Upon arrival in Cape Town, we get into our private vehicle and start our panoramic city tour. The places we will visit include the Parliament Building, Company Gardens, Long Street, Castle of Good Hope, Reibeck Monument, and Adderly Street. After the city tour, we transfer to our hotel and settle into our rooms. Overnight at our hotel.
After having breakfast at the hotel, we transfer to the airport to take our flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town. On the way, for our guests who wish, an optional tour to the Elephant and Monkey Park will be organized (155 USD). At the Elephant Park, you will have the chance to interact with elephants and touch uniquely crafted body parts. Throughout the tour, you will meet rangers who will help you understand the value of the special, trust-based relationship we share with elephants and allow you to become a part of that. You will learn many interesting facts about how elephants are uniquely created and shaped in anatomy. In the Monkey Park, you will have an interactive experience with monkeys and lemurs living freely within a natural and exotic forest, having the opportunity to hug and touch them. After our tour, we arrive at the airport, and our flight to Cape Town takes place. Upon arrival in Cape Town, we get into our private vehicle and start our panoramic city tour. The places we will visit include the Parliament Building, Company Gardens, Long Street, Castle of Good Hope, Reibeck Monument, and Adderly Street. After the city tour, we transfer to our hotel and settle into our rooms. Overnight at our hotel.
DAY 05 CAPE TOWN
After having breakfast at our hotel, we have a full day of free time. Opportunity for shopping, relaxation, and exploration. Those who wish can join our optional tour to Cape of Good Hope (including lunch) (190 USD). We will pass through Bantry Bay, Camps Bay, and Llandudno regions before arriving at the fishing village of Hout Bay. We will take a boat and head out to see the Cape Fur Seals on Duiker Island. Later, we will pass through Chapmans Peak or Constantia Nek to see the African Penguins at Boulders Beach near Simons Town. After having lunch at the ocean-view Black Marlin Seafood Restaurant, we will proceed to the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point, discovered by Barthelomios Diaz, where we will see the world’s highest lighthouse via a funicular. Then we return to Cape Town passing through various coastal villages. Overnight at our hotel.
After having breakfast at our hotel, we have a full day of free time. Opportunity for shopping, relaxation, and exploration. Those who wish can join our optional tour to Cape of Good Hope (including lunch) (190 USD). We will pass through Bantry Bay, Camps Bay, and Llandudno regions before arriving at the fishing village of Hout Bay. We will take a boat and head out to see the Cape Fur Seals on Duiker Island. Later, we will pass through Chapmans Peak or Constantia Nek to see the African Penguins at Boulders Beach near Simons Town. After having lunch at the ocean-view Black Marlin Seafood Restaurant, we will proceed to the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point, discovered by Barthelomios Diaz, where we will see the world’s highest lighthouse via a funicular. Then we return to Cape Town passing through various coastal villages. Overnight at our hotel.
DAY 06 CAPE TOWN
After breakfast, we have free time. For those interested, we will offer an optional tour to Table Mountain & Stellenbosch Wine Estates (including lunch) (185 USD). First, we will embark on a tour tasting the famous wines of the region. After a 45-minute journey, we will arrive at KWV Wine Emporium, where we will first tour the cellars and then have tastings. Next, we will go to the town of Stellenbosch, established in 1679, and we will have a panoramic city tour in this town famous for its wines, oak trees, and university. After lunch at Tokara Wine Estate's restaurant, you can ascend to the 1087 m high peak of Table Mountain and immerse yourself in the beauty of the breathtaking view. Afterwards, we return to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
After breakfast, we have free time. For those interested, we will offer an optional tour to Table Mountain & Stellenbosch Wine Estates (including lunch) (185 USD). First, we will embark on a tour tasting the famous wines of the region. After a 45-minute journey, we will arrive at KWV Wine Emporium, where we will first tour the cellars and then have tastings. Next, we will go to the town of Stellenbosch, established in 1679, and we will have a panoramic city tour in this town famous for its wines, oak trees, and university. After lunch at Tokara Wine Estate's restaurant, you can ascend to the 1087 m high peak of Table Mountain and immerse yourself in the beauty of the breathtaking view. Afterwards, we return to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Optional: Gold Restaurant Dinner (Accompanied by Traditional African Dance Shows) 85 USD
DAY 07 CAPE TOWN – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
After having breakfast at the hotel, we will carry out our check-out procedures. We have free time until the transfer time. Then, with our private vehicle waiting for us, we transfer to Cape Town airport. After completing passport and baggage procedures, we depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK 45 at 16:35.
After having breakfast at the hotel, we will carry out our check-out procedures. We have free time until the transfer time. Then, with our private vehicle waiting for us, we transfer to Cape Town airport. After completing passport and baggage procedures, we depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK 45 at 16:35.
DAY 08 ISTANBUL AIRPORT
We arrive at Istanbul Airport at 04:35 local time. End of our tour.
- Prices are calculated per person in a double room.
- For reservations made, a penalty fee will be charged for cancellations made 90 days prior to the travel date for the Johannesburg - Cape Town flight. This fee ranges between 150 and 200 Euros.
- Operational changes may occur due to possible delays in domestic flights between Johannesburg and Cape Town.
- Hotel check-in hours are between 14:00 and 16:00, and check-out hours are between 10:00 and 12:00.
- If multiple hotel options are offered in the same destination and/or only the hotel category is specified, the hotels to be stayed will be notified to you 48 hours before the travel date.
- Due to high demand, changes may occur in hotels; however, the hotel category will not change.
- Some hotels may provide twin beds. Requests for room type changes during hotel accommodation are at the discretion of the hotel.
- We kindly ask you to check the prices before making a purchase.
What's Included
- Economy class flights with Turkish Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg / Cape Town - Istanbul Airport.
- Domestic economy class flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town
- 1 night accommodation in Johannesburg at Hotel SKY Sandton Hotel or similar, including breakfast
- 2 nights accommodation in Sun City at Sun City Habanas Hotel or similar, including breakfast.
- 3 nights accommodation in Cape Town at Hotel SKY Cape Town or similar, including breakfast.
- All hotel-airport-hotel transfers with luxury air-conditioned buses (2020 and newer)
- Panoramic city tours of Johannesburg, Sun City, and Cape Town
- Airport taxes.
- Hotel taxes.
- Experienced Turkish-speaking tour leader service
- Turkish assistance services throughout the tour
- Luggage handling fees at the airport and hotels
- Mandatory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).
Not Included
- All personal expenses and hotel extras.
- International departure tax (can be paid at relevant banks or at the finance office at the airport).
- All optional extra tours specified in the program.
- Entry fees for museums and archaeological sites.
- Lunch and dinner.
- City taxes.
- Domestic connecting flights.
- Travel insurance package (includes cancellation coverage).
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