24 days in South Africa Itinerary

Founded when gold was discovered in the area in the late 19th century, Johannesburg quickly grew into a bustling metropolis, South Africa's largest city and the region's economic hub.

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Tel Aviv, Israel to Johannesburg is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and bus. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Tel Aviv in September: highs in Johannesburg hover around 79°F, while lows dip to 51°F. You'll have a few hours on the 28th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling to Graskop.

Developed as a campsite for gold miners, Graskop has been transformed into a gateway point for exploring the area's many natural attractions.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Lone Creek Falls, Bourkes' Luck Potholes and Three Roundavels. Start off your visit on the 28th (Sat): take in the dramatic scenery at Lone Creek Falls.

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Traveling by combination of flight and taxi from Johannesburg to Graskop takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Graskop when traveling from Johannesburg in September, with lows around 57°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Sun) to allow time for the car ride to Hazyview.

A gateway to the popular Kruger National Park, Hazyview boasts an enviable location in South Africa's lowveld, surrounded by a staggering number of both natural and historic sites.

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Traveling by car from Graskop to Hazyview takes an hour. In September, daytime highs in Hazyview are 78°F, while nighttime lows are 57°F. On the 30th (Mon), you're off toSkukuza.

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Getting from Hazyview to Skukuza by car takes about 1.5 hours. In September, daytime highs in Skukuza are 78°F, while nighttime lows are 57°F. You'll have a few hours on the 1st (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling to Kruger National Park.

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On the 2nd (Wed), you're off toHazyview.

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Getting from Skukuza to Hazyview by car takes about 1.5 hours. You will leave for Johannesburg on the 3rd (Thu).

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Lisbon Falls. Start off your visit on the 3rd (Thu): take in the dramatic scenery at Lisbon Falls, then admire the sheer force of Berlin Falls, and then enjoy breathtaking views from God's Window.

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Getting from Hazyview to Graskop by car takes about an hour. You will have some time to spend on the 4th (Fri) before leaving for Johannesburg.

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Traveling by combination of taxi and flight from Graskop to Johannesburg takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Graskop in October, plan for little chillier nights in Johannesburg, with lows around 53°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Port Elizabeth.

The sprawling city of Port Elizabeth, nestled on the scenic Algoa Bay, draws visitors with its sandy beaches, mild climate, and an enviable location as the gateway to the famous Garden Route.

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You can fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Johannesburg in October, plan for slightly colder days in Port Elizabeth, with highs around 71°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 55°F. On the 5th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Tsitsikamma National Park.

On a tour of Tsitsikamma National Park, walk through an 800-year-old forest of endemic yellowwood trees, explore diverse coastlines, and hit the array of hiking trails.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Untouched Adventures as well as Tsitsikamma Canopy Tours. On the 5th (Sat), find your balance on the water with Untouched Adventures. Here are some ideas for day two: get outside with Tsitsikamma Canopy Tours and then hike along Waterfall Trail.

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Traveling by car from Port Elizabeth to Tsitsikamma National Park takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 69°F in October, and nighttime lows around 56°F. You'll have a few hours on the 7th (Mon) to wrap things up before traveling to Plettenberg Bay.

As one of South Africa's most popular beach destinations, the resort town of Plettenberg Bay comes to life in December and January, when the holiday homes fill up with domestic tourists and foreigner visitors.

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Traveling by car from Tsitsikamma National Park to Plettenberg Bay takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 69°F in October, and nighttime lows around 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Tue) to allow time for the bus ride 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.

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Knysna is very close to Plettenberg Bay. In October, plan for daily highs up to 69°F, and evening lows to 56°F. You'll have a few hours on the 9th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling 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.

Cango Caves has been added to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 9th (Wed): Head underground at Cango Caves.

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You can drive from Knysna to Oudtshoorn in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 70°F in October, and nighttime lows around 52°F. On the 10th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Hermanus.

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

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Traveling by car from Oudtshoorn to Hermanus takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In October, daily temperatures in Hermanus can reach 74°F, while at night they dip to 53°F. On the 13th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Stellenbosch.

Straddling the banks of the Eerste River, the university town of Stellenbosch enjoys international fame for its renowned wine estates and gourmet restaurants.

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Traveling by car from Hermanus to Stellenbosch takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. Expect a daytime high around 74°F in October, and nighttime lows around 53°F. On the 14th (Mon), you're off toStellenbosch.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Mon): stop by Bebe's Chocolaterie and Gluten Free Patisserie.

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You can drive from Hermanus to Stellenbosch in 1.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of taxi and bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 74°F, and evening lows to 53°F. On the 16th (Wed), you'll travel to Cape Town.

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

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Robben Island Museum as well as Table Mountain National Park. Get outdoors at Boulders Beach Penguin Colony and Cape Point.

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Take a bus from Stellenbosch to Cape Town in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In October, daily temperatures in Cape Town can reach 74°F, while at night they dip to 53°F. On the 19th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.