Depart from New York (JFK) or Washington (Dulles) on your international South African Airways flight to Cape Town, South Africa via Johannesburg.

On arrival at Johannesburg's Oliver Tambo International Airport's Central Terminal Building, collect your luggage and then clear Customs & Immigration. Re-check your bags for your domestic flight to Cape Town. Then upon arrival at Cape Town Airport, you will be met by a Lion World Tours representative and transferred to your hotel.

Cape Town, dominated by Table Mountain, one of South Africa's most famous landmarks, is set on a peninsula of rocky heights and lush valleys, where the Indian and Atlantic oceans converge. It is a city of incredible natural beauty combined with historical sites, excellent museums, vibrant markets, cultural interests, beaches, lush gardens, beautiful wine estates, and warm, friendly people. You will find a myriad things to do and places to see, whatever your tastes, inclinations or budget.

The luxurious Twelve Apostles hotel lies where earth, sea and sky meet, poised above Atlantic rollers and flanked by the majestic Table Mountain and her Twelve Apostles mountain range. This intimate five star hotel fully lives up to its stunning location, with exceptional standards of service and relaxed Cape hospitality providing the perfect counterpoint to its dramatic backdrop. Deluxe guest rooms and spacious suites, are decorated with understated elegance and feature as standard a wide range of amenities, including 24 hour room service, individual air-conditioning, entertainment centres with DVD, and plush bathrobes and slippers. Rooms are either mountain or sea-facing. At the Sanctuary Spa we have embraced the healing energies of earth, air and water to rejuvenate the mind, body and soul.

Nature brings with it life and beauty and at The Sanctuary Spa we have embraced the healing energies of earth, air and water to rejuvenate the mind, body and soul. The Spa's focal point is the indoor Hydro Pool flanked by a Brine Pool and a Cold Plunge Pool, this area offers the ideal spot from which to quiet the soul, contemplate life and revitalize lost passions. Elegantly flowing outwards from this area is the spa's Health Bar and pool area. Dark mahogany wooden tables and units, which add richness and warmth to the area, are the masterpieces of Cape Town's hippest new designer, Gregg Mellor.

Day at leisure to indulge in some of the wonderful treatments offered at the Sanctuary Spa.

After breakfast you will be transferred on a private basis from the Twelve Apostles Hotel to the Grootbos Nature Reserve.

Less than two hours drive from Cape Town, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is set in 2,500 acres of indigenous bush, with sweeping views of Walker Bay.

There are plenty of things to do at Grootbos. Enjoy the many trails by foot, horseback, mountain bike, coast drives or 4x4 vehicles with a specialist guide. Grootbos is particularly popular and interesting during the whale watching season, with one of the most spectacular vantage points in the world at Walker Bay from July to December. Huge Southern Right Whales come here to calve and mate and loll around in the breakers just a few metres off shore. Boat trips also reveal huge sea bird colonies and Cape fur seals. Grootbos Nature Reserve is also home to the largest private fynbos garden in the world and is well worth a visit.

The large private cottages and secluded balconies in the Grootbos Nature Reserve allow you to watch the sun setting over the ocean. The cottages are set amongst ancient milkwood trees and you awaken to the calls of forest birds. Grootbos Nature Reserve is also home to the largest private fynbos garden in the world and has won several awards for its ecologically sound tourism. Grootbos encourages conservation of its precious fauna and beautiful Fynbos - the world's sixth floral kingdom.

Day at leisure in the Grootbos Nature Reserve

After breakfast this morning you will be transferred to Cape Town airport for your flight to Johannesburg where you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

Forming an integral part of Renaissance styled Sandton Square, the 5 star Michelangelo Hotel reflects the architecture and design of the square. A majestic dome in glass and steel tops the entrance lobby atrium rising eight stories. Scenic elevators overlook the atrium with its arches, columns, and decorative balustrades. Marble and sandstone finishes add to the elegance. Rooms and suites have all been tastefully decorated to reflect the elegant Renaissance-style that has been carried throughout the rest of the hotel.

You can spend the remainder of the day enjoying the shops and restaurants at the up market Sandton City Mall.

Today you will be transferred to and from the Indaba Hotel where you will be welcomed by the staff of the Mangwanani Spa (spa treatments are for your own account). Treatments range from full body hot stone massages to North African and Indian head massages.

Mangwanani is a rare experience of true African Indulgence where the touch of our forefathers still runs through the finger tips of our tribe - a healing touch that blesses the body and soul through ancestral therapies.

After breakfast you will be transferred to Johannesburg airport for your flight to Sabi Sabi. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your Lodge.

Upon arrival you will transfer to the deluxe Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge situated in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve adjoining the World famous Kruger national park.

"In a single whisper, Sabi Sabi will envelop you in a mystery of natural wonders and of tales as old as time. As the sun rises over the bushveld, awakening Africa's big game, enjoy a true wildlife experience in a landscape of contrasts." Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve is an unspoilt part of Africa, ecologically and geographically integrated with the world famous Kruger National Park. It lies on the banks of the Sabie River within one of South Africa's oldest and largest proclaimed private reserves - the renowned Sabie Sand Game Reserve.

Sculpted deep in to the earth. Almost invisible in the landscape. Inspired by the textures, colours and shapes of the natural world. Here, you are at one with the wilderness. A corridor leads you down, on a journey beneath the ground, to an experience unique and unforgettable.

Your entrance brings you to an uninterrupted bushveld panorama. A sense of peace consumes you. You are cocooned in luxury, inspiration and grace. There are twelve suites only, in addition to the Amber Suite. Each is attended by a Private Butler and is appointed with specially commissioned furnishings, a secluded plunge pool and open air shower. The natural sculptures of Geoffrey Armstrong add a powerful magic. The Amber Suite is generous beyond belief in its dimensions and boasts its own exercise room, steam room, study and kitchen. It captures art and luxury in one unique experience.

The Earth Nature Spa - You can renew yourself in this place. The Earth Nature Spa and exercise centre. Massages, natural therapies or a classic spa. The Perfect Place to Rest, Relax and Rejuvenate - Our luxurious spa facility offers advanced skin and body treatments, hydrotherapy, a double treatment suite and an exercise facility.

Indulge yourself with a variety of skin treatments, relaxing or energizing massages and a host of other traditional therapeutic body spa and skin care treatments.

Today you will enjoy an early morning game drive, then return to the lodge for lunch. Experience unsurpassed game viewing by day and at night, guided by highly qualified game rangers and skilled Shangaan trackers. Watch Africa's wild animals stalking, drinking, fighting and feeding, whilst prolific bird life soars the open skies.

This morning is your last game drive before you depart the African bush on a flight to Johannesburg. Here you will connect to your international flight to New York or Washington, Dulles. (B)

Arrive home with a lifetime of memories!