Holiday Overview
Your South African adventures begin in captivating Cape Town. From the Cape Winelands to the Cape of Good Hope, there’s so much to sip and see here.
Following a blissful day at sea, it’s a late-night stay in Port Elizabeth, where you can shop in lively marketplaces, take a stroll through time on the Donkin Heritage Trail, and visit the animal sanctuary of Addo Elephant National Park. From the town of East London, discover the white-sand beaches and dunes of the Sunshine and Wild Coasts.
After another relaxing day at sea, we arrive in Maputo, the capital city of Mozambique, where colonial-era architecture and the many charms of Old Town await. Take advantage of a late-night stay in Richards Bay to go on a safari at Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park—home to Africa’s “big five” animals and the largest white rhino population on Earth. Then it’s on to the historic city of Durban. Go on a tour of traditional Zulu homesteads, meander along the famed Golden Mile, follow the Inanda Heritage Route, and shop and dine on Florida Road.
As we head back to Cape Town, you have two more days to really indulge at your boutique hotel at sea. Pamper yourself in Sanctum Spa, choose from specialty dining venues and fine wines, and take in some sensational performances.
The journey ends with a two-night stay in Cape Town, giving you plenty of time to explore this capital city set on two oceans. Learn about its past and apartheid history, enjoy countless outdoor adventures from mountain peaks to rugged coasts, and sip your way around world-renowned wineries.
Azamara South Africa Cruise includes:
- International Flights
- Airport Transfers
- 1 nights pre cruise accommodation
- Azamara Cruise
Day 1 - Cape Town
Arrive in Cape Town, transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure
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Victoria & Alfred Hotel
Day 2 - Cape Town
Enjoy a relaxing day in Cape Town before boarding the Azamara Journey, which sets sail at 18:00
Day 3 - At Sea
Spend the day sailing in style aboard your boutique hotel at sea. Indulge in a treatment at Sanctum Spa, stay ship shape with a class at our fitness center, or lounge the day away on our sunny pool deck.
In the evening, savor inspired Italian cuisine at Aqualina, or relish in a classic steakhouse experience at Prime C. Plus, you’ll find plenty of exciting evening entertainment, from thrilling shows at Cabaret Lounge to intimate performances in the Living Room.
Day 4 - Port Elizabeth
Experience the Rainbow Nation with our South Africa cruises to Port Elizabeth. With a warm climate, beautiful wide beaches, and spirited communities embracing cultures from all over the world, it’s little wonder Port Elizabeth is known as “The Friendly City.” Discover the Port’s storied history while walking the Donkin Heritage Trail, dig your toes in the sand at beautiful Hobie Beach, or escape to the animal sanctuary of Addo Elephant National Park—home to the densest population of elephants in the world
Day 5 - East London
Nestled between the Buffalo and Nahoon Rivers, East London’s charming 19th-century architecture and vibrant cultural scene are a gateway to breathtaking wildlife safaris and the Amatola Mountains inland. Cruises to South Africa’s East London are ideal to explore both the Sunshine Coast to the south, and Wild Coast to the north, where miles of sweeping white sand and dunes mix with warm, golden sun on some of the world’s finest beaches.
Day 6 - At Sea
Spend the day sailing in style aboard your boutique hotel at sea. Indulge in a treatment at Sanctum Spa, stay ship shape with a class at our fitness center, or lounge the day away on our sunny pool deck.
In the evening, savor inspired Italian cuisine at Aqualina, or relish in a classic steakhouse experience at Prime C. Plus, you’ll find plenty of exciting evening entertainment, from thrilling shows at Cabaret Lounge to intimate performances in the Living Room.
Day 7 - Maputo
Welcome to diverse, enchanting Maputo, with Portuguese colonial-era architecture and a colorful mix of modern cultures. In Old Town, discover incredible parks, restaurants, markets and cafes, and stroll the along coastline for incredible panoramic vistas of the Indian Ocean and some of the area’s most beautiful beaches.
Day 8 - Richards Bay
Experience South Africa’s rugged coastline, pristine beaches, and mist-covered hills. Richards Bay is perched on a lagoon where the Mhlatuze River meets the Indian Ocean, and is the gateway to Zululand, the vast inland region famous for its mountains, savannah ecosystems, and the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park—home to the largest white rhino population on Earth.
Day 9 - Durban
Known as “the Asian Capital of South Africa”, Durban is city on the Indian Ocean where Zulu, Indian, and European cultures thrive against the backdrop of golden sand beaches, majestic mountain ranges, and plunging valleys. Get a henna tattoo at the Victoria Street Market, visit a traditional Zulu homestead in the Valley of 1,000 Hills, and take a make a splash with a ride on Africa’s highest waterslide
Day 10 - At Sea
Relax and reflect on your journey thus far with a few days of fun at sea. Get a behind-the-scenes look at life onboard with an Insider’s View Tour or attend a destination lecture to learn more about your next port-of-call.
Want to really unwind? Watch the world go by and sip a complimentary drink poolside, or say “ahh” with a visit to Sanctum Spa.
Day 11 - At Sea
Relax and reflect on your journey thus far with a few days of fun at sea. Get a behind-the-scenes look at life onboard with an Insider’s View Tour or attend a destination lecture to learn more about your next port-of-call.
Want to really unwind? Watch the world go by and sip a complimentary drink poolside, or say “ahh” with a visit to Sanctum Spa.
Day 12 - Cape Town
Journey to South Africa's Mother City and experience the vast beauty of a land shaped by two oceans. Stunning mountainscapes and miles of coast provide limitless outdoor adventure, while world-renowned restaurants, a booming LGBTQ community, and the outlying Cape Winelands make Cape Town a contemporary, cosmopolitan city with a global feel.
Day 13 - Cape Town
Enjoy anther full day docked in the exciting city of Cape Town
Day 14 - Cape Town
Disembark and transfer to rhe airport for your homeward flight.
Alternatively speak to your consultant regarding options for extending your African adventure.
Victoria & Alfred Hotel
History and modern luxury merge to create ageless beauty at the Victoria & Alfred Hotel, which was built in 1904 as the North Quay Warehouse. This iconic establishment was named after Queen Victoria and her son, Prince Alfred who played an intrinsic role in the establishment of the Breakwater Basin, now the V&A Waterfront.
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Alternative Holidays That May Interest You
Below you will find a small selection of 2024, 2025 holidays that may interest you. Remember, we tailor-make each holiday to your exact needs, so please call us on 0800 270 0069 and let one of our Holiday experts design the perfect trip for you
Namibia Holidays
Classic Namibia
- 7 Nights
- Windhoek
- Damaraland
- Etosha National Park
- Swakopmund
- Sossusvlei
South Africa Holidays
Western Cape Adventure
- 10 Nights
- Cape Town
- Cape Winelands
- Sanbona Wildlife Reserve
- Hermanus
Kenya Holidays
Kenya Classic Serena Safari
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- Nairobi
- Masai Mara National Game Reserve
- Lake Elmenteita
- Amboseli National Park
South Africa Holidays
The Blue Train, Cape Town & Safari
- 10 Nights
- Johannesburg
- Pilanesberg National Park
- Pretoria
- The Blue Train
- Cape Town
South Africa Holidays
The Best of KwaZulu-Natal
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- Drakensberg Mountains
- Zulu Battlefields
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- Ballito
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South Africa Fly Drive Holidays
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- Cape Winelands
- Oudtshoorn
- George and Wilderness
- Plettenberg Bay
- Eastern Cape Safari
Tanzania Holidays
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- 7 Nights
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- Lake Manyara National Park
- Serengeti National Park
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Tarangire National Park
South Africa Holidays
Rovos Rail with Kruger Safari & Cape Town
- 10 Nights
- Johannesburg
- Kruger National Park
- Pretoria
- Rovos Rail
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South Africa Holidays
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- Cape Winelands
- Hermanus
- Knysna
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