Luxury Holidays to South Africa

From incredible wildlife watching to scenic wonders, cultural experiences, excellent food and wine, and thousands of kilometres of unspoiled coastline, South Africa really does have it all. Located at the southern tip of Africa, this beautifully diverse country is divided into nine provinces each offering a distinct and memorable holiday experience. Our expert team of travel consultants are specialists in organising tailormade luxury holidays to South Africa and are ready to help plan your holiday to this beautiful country.

The Best of South Africa

Begin your travels in cosmopolitan Cape Town. Discover the thriving food scene, try thrill-seeking pastimes like abseiling Table Mountain, or learn about the city’s struggle for freedom with a trip to the UNESCO World Heritage site, Robben Island, where former President Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years.

A one-hour drive from Cape Town you’ll find the Winelands– including Constantia, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl, ...

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Country: South Africa

Capital: Cape Town, Pretoria, Bloemfontein

Best Time To Go: All year

Currency: South African rand

Language: Zulu, English, Afrikaans, Xhosa

Time Zone: GMT+2

A Romantic Getaway on the Amalfi Coast

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  • Discover some of the most famous historical sites in Italy, including Pompeii and Herculaneum
  • Savour a romantic, candlelit meal at a champagne and oyster bar
  • Sail the Amalfi Coast on a traditional wooden boat
  • Explore the island of Capri, including the spellbinding Blue Grotto
  • Relax and unwind on the idyllic, upmarket island of Capri
ideal length 6 nights

Classic Italy

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  • A tasting tour of the lagoon city of Venice

  • Italian food & wine with vineyard visits and cookery classes

  • The art and sculpture of the Italian Renaissance in Florence

  • Explore Vatican City and the archaeological sites of Rome

  • The ruins of the ancient Roman town of Pompeii

ideal length 11 nights

Luxury Roadtripping in Tuscany

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  • Stay in a magnificent country estate overlooking the city of Siena
  • Drive through Tuscany’s countryside in a classic vintage car
  • Go wine tasting in Chianti at one of the world’s oldest vineyards
  • Explore the medieval towns of San Gimignano, Montepulciano, Volterra and Siena
  • Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pienza, a Renaissance town
ideal length 3 nights

Puglia’s Coast and Cities

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  • Savour lunch in a noble palace while listening to a private baroque concert
  • Explore the coast and towns of Puglia, the ‘heel of Italy’
  • Learn the secrets of traditional cookery from an Italian mamma
  • Discover the famous ‘trulli’ houses of Alberobello and the ‘White City’ of Ostuni
  • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Matera and spend the night in one of its famous cave hotels
ideal length 8 nights

The Wine and Truffle Grand Tour

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  • Enjoy a cookery class in an Italian castle with an esteemed chef

  • Go on a hot air balloon flight over the Langhe Hills at sunset

  • Drive a classic Fiat 500 through the streets of Turin

  • Embark on a truffle-hunting expedition

  • Dine at the original Combal. Zero, one of the world’s top 50 restaurants

ideal length 9 nights
Aman Venice

Aman Venice

Venice

    Situated near the Rialto Bridge, Aman Canal Grande Venice is an award-winning, waterside hotel offering stunning architecture and breathtaking views overlooking the famed Grand Canal. Opulent interiors feature soaring ceilings, historic frescoes, gilt mirrors, and Murano chandeliers, reflecting the romance of a glorious bygone era. Aman Grand Canal Venice...

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Bauer Palazzo

Bauer Palazzo

Venice

    Bauer Palazzo is a beautifully restored 18th-century Venetian house on the Grand Canal, just around the corner from St Mark’s Square. This historic property began life as a hotel in 1880 and its latest renovation was completed in the late nineties. Behind its Gothic façade lie dramatic interiors, European...

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Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo

Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo

Sicily

    Perched on a rocky outcrop in front of the historic Greek Theatre in the center of Taormina, this luxury hotel is renowned as being one of Italy’s most glamorous retreats. Overlooking the sparkling Mediterranean Sea and the majestic Mount Etna, it's a firm favorite with the international jet set.

    The...

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Belmond Hotel Caruso

Belmond Hotel Caruso

Amalfi Coast

    A member of the Belmond Collection of worldwide hotels, trains, and cruises, Hotel Caruso boasts a spectacular location. Fifty luxurious suites and rooms occupy a beautifully restored former palace dating back to 1800, and while the fresco-lined interiors are very special too, this hotel’s true magic lies in its...

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Belmond Hotel Cipriani

Belmond Hotel Cipriani

Venice

    On the tip of Giudecca Island facing St Mark’ Square, Venice’s most famous hotel needs little introduction.

    This iconic property has 95 suites and bedrooms, 16 of which are in the adjacent 15th century Palazzo Vendramin. The feel here is luxurious, with modern classics and lots of Venetian touches. All...

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