Days 10-23 of The Chairman’s Collection: Garden Route

13 Days

South Africa

The Chairman’s Collection is more than just a golf trip, it’s an expertly curated, slow-paced itinerary created for high-end travelers and passionate golfers. From the elegance of Cape Town and Stellenbosch to whale-watching in Hermanus, and from world-class golf along the Garden Route to Big Five safaris at Shamwari, every moment is designed to impress. The journey continues through Sun City and the Kruger region, before culminating at the majestic Victoria Falls. Expect 5-star accommodation, fine dining, and rounds on Africa’s top-ranked courses, all delivered with Ascot’s trademark precision and service. Perfect for your most clients who seek unforgettable experiences with no compromise on quality.

Days 1-5: Cape Town
Days 6-9: Cape Winelands
Days 10-23: Garden Route
Days 24-26: Sun City
Days 27-29: Kruger National Park
Days 30-32: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

13 Days

5 Great Location/s

7 Rounds of Golf

Golf

Arabella Golf Course
Fancourt The Links, Montagu & Outeniqua
Pezula Championship Golf Course
Simola Golf & Country Estate
St Francis Links (Jack Nicklaus Signature)

Highlights

Creation Wines (for food & wine pairing)
Bientang’s Cave
Land-based & Boat-based Whale Watching (seasonal: June-Nov)
Arabella Spa.
Knysna Heads & Lagoon Cruise
Tsitsikamma National Park (Storms River Mouth, suspension bridge)
Plettenberg Bay exploration (e.g., beaches, Robberg Nature Reserve hike).
Morning & Afternoon/Evening Big Five Game Drives, Bush Walks, Conservation Centre Visit.

Included

2 Nights at Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa
4 Nights at the Fancourt Manor House
4 Nights at The Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa
2 Nights at St Francis Links Villas
3 Nights at Shamwari Private Game Reserve: Sindile, The Tented Lodge
All golf mentioned in the itinerary
Transport
Airport meet & greet on arrival
24/7 On-call local support
All local tourism taxes and levies

Excluded

Inbound and outbound flights
Visa processing fees
Insurance
Tips, gratuities and porterage
All items of a personal nature
All items not explicitly stated

Itinerary Overview

This is a sample itinerary and can be fully Customised to suit your clients’ specific preferences. All elements, including transportation options, accommodation, golf courses, and activities, can be tailored to align with their interests, schedule, and budget requirements.

Day 9

Hermanus

Transfer to Hermanus & Arabella's Embrace

Play golf at the Arabella Golf Course.

Dinner at the hotel's Jamani Restaurant.

Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa

Day 10

Hermanus

Boat-based whale watching excursion from Hermanus (seasonal). Alternatively, Arabella Spa or explore Hermanus.

Lunch with wine pairing at Creation Wines in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley.

Dinner at Bientang's Cave in Hermanus.

Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa

Day 11

George

Transfer to George in the Garden Route. Arrive at Fancourt Manor House.

Dinner at the Manor House's refined Henry White’s restaurant.

Fancourt Manor House

Day 12

George

Play golf at The Links at Fancourt.

The remainder of the day is for relaxation and reflection.

Fancourt Manor House

Day 13

George

Play golf at Fancourt Montagu course.

The afternoon is yours to enjoy Fancourt's amenities.

Dinner at Fancourt's La Cantina.

Fancourt Manor House

Day 14

George

Play golf at the Fancourt Outeniqua course.

This afternoon is at leisure, perhaps a light spa treatment or preparing for the next leg of your journey.

Fancourt Manor House

Day 15

Knysna

Transfer to Knysna along the Garden Route, checking into The Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa.

Play golf at Pezula Championship Golf Course.

Dinner at the Turbine’s Island Café.

The Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa

Day 16

Knysna

Play golf at the Simola Golf & Country Estate.

In the afternoon, enjoy a cruise on the Knysna Lagoon, passing through Knysna Heads.

Dinner at Zinzi Restaurant at Tsala Treetop Lodge.

The Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa

Day 17

Knysna

day trip to Plettenberg Bay. Explore its beautiful beaches, perhaps embark on a short hike in the Robberg Nature Reserve.

The afternoon is dedicated to exploring the Tsitsikamma National Park and its iconic suspension bridge.

Dinner at Drydock Food Co. on the Knysna Waterfront.

The Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa

Day 18

Knysna

A day for optional activities: perhaps a visit to Birds of Eden, Monkeyland, or Tenikwa Wildlife Awareness Centre near Plettenberg Bay, or simply enjoy the charm of Knysna and its boutiques.

The Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa

Day 19

St Francis Bay

Transfer to St Francis Bay. Check into the luxurious St Francis Links Villas.

Your afternoon is dedicated to playing a round of golf at St Francis Links.

Dinner at the Links Clubhouse.

St Francis Links Villas

Day 20

St Francis Bay

A morning of leisure. Perhaps a second round on St Francis Links (optional, not included as a primary course), explore the unique canal system of St Francis Bay by boat, or relax on its beautiful beaches.

Lunch at a local café.

Dinner at Christy's Catch for fresh, local seafood.

St Francis Links Villas

St Francis Links, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Days 21-23

Shamwari Private Game Reserve

After breakfast, transfer to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) for the short road transfer into Shamwari Private Game Reserve. Check into the exclusive Sindile, The Tented Lodge. Your first afternoon/evening game drive awaits.

Daily morning and afternoon game drives, optional bush walks, and visits to the reserve's conservation centres.

All meals at Sindile are a culinary delight.