13 days in South Africa Itinerary

Sweeping beaches, towering hilltops, and picturesque vineyards adorn the landscape of Cape Town, dominated by the imposing Table Mountain.

Explore hidden gems such as Franschhoek Motor Museum and Twelve Apostles. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Groot Constantia and Robben Island Museum. Step out of Cape Town to go to Suider Paarl and see Fairview Wine and Cheese, which is approximately 42 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: identify plant and animal life at Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, do a tasting at Klein Constantia, take in the awesome beauty at Table Mountain National Park, and take in nature's colorful creations at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden.

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Singapore, Singapore to Cape Town is an approximately 17-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 6 hours traveling from Singapore to Cape Town. Expect much colder temperatures when traveling from Singapore in May; daily highs in Cape Town reach 24°C and lows reach 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) early enough to drive to Hermanus.

Renowned as a premier whale-watching destination, Hermanus grew from a quaint fishing village nestled on Walker Bay.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Fri): kick back and relax at Voelklip Beach and then enjoy the sand and surf at Grotto Beach. On the 6th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: learn about winemaking at Bouchard Finlayson Winery, then do a tasting at Domaine Des Dieux, then do a tasting at Ataraxia Wines, and finally stroll through Kwaaiwater.

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Traveling by car from Cape Town to Hermanus takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of train and taxi. In May in Hermanus, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 12°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Cape Agulhas.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Sun): enjoy the sea views from Cape Agulhas Lighthouse and then get to know the fascinating history of Cape Agulhas - Southernmost Tip of Africa.

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You can drive from Hermanus to Cape Agulhas in 2 hours. In May in Cape Agulhas, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Swellendam.

Regarded as South Africa's third-oldest town, Swellendam contains over 50 provincial heritage sites and well-preserved examples of Cape Dutch architecture.

On the 8th (Mon), pause for some serene contemplation at Old Apostolic Church, don't miss a visit to NG Kerk Swellendam, then take in the exciting artwork at Kunstehuijs Fine Art Gallery, and finally get engrossed in the history at Drostdy Museum.

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Traveling by car from Cape Agulhas to Swellendam takes 1.5 hours. In May in Swellendam, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) early enough to drive to Oudtshoorn.

Nestled in the arid valley of Little Karoo, the town of Oudtshoorn remains the hub of everything ostrich-related, housing the world's largest population of the flightless birds.

On the 9th (Tue), learn about winemaking at Karusa Vineyards and then explore and take pictures at Swartberg Pass.

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Traveling by car from Swellendam to Oudtshoorn takes 2.5 hours. In May, daily temperatures in Oudtshoorn can reach 25°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Knysna.

Enshrouded in lush indigenous forest and surrounding a scenic lagoon of the same name, the Garden Route town of Knysna has plenty to offer.

Explore hidden gems such as Featherbed Nature Reserve and Holy Trinity Church. Change things up with a short trip to Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary in The Crags (about 50 minutes away). There's still lots to do: explore the striking landscape of Garden Route National Park and kick back and relax at Brenton on Sea.

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Drive from Oudtshoorn to Knysna in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In May in Knysna, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) to allow time to fly back home.