Experience the magic of South Africa & Namibia

where extraordinary wildlife & adventure awaits

24 days April 10 – May 02 2018: $ 8370 T/S Singles add $ 1850

With Greg & Gaye of the Finesse Holidays

For further information: http://www.finessebridge.com.au

E: director@finessebridge.com.au Ph: 02 9596 1423 or 0415 816 919

Overview:

Commencing our holiday in Johannesburg, we then fly

to Durban - Visit the heartland of the African Zulu

while staying near the glamourous seaside city of

Durban. See the wine district and taste the many

excellent styles at a few wineries. Capetown - full of

appealing attractions which will dazzle the eyes and

intrigue the mind. Go wild on Safari in a private game

lodge staying in Namibia at the Etjo Safari Lodge for 7

nights. Finally 1 night to wind down in a Luxury Small

Hotel.

Included in this Holiday:

Stopover in Johannesburg.

5 nights in the 5* Fairmont Resort on Zimbali Coast.

5 nights Capetown - 5* at Bantry Bay Suites.

3 night stopover in the wine district of Franschlok. 5*

7 nights on Safari in Namibia. 4½ *.

1 night Joburg relaxing with bridge with a wonderful

small boutique hotel. 5*

All tours & Safaris with a permanent excellent guide.

All dinners, breakfasts & 3 lunches.

All transfers from/to Airports & Internal flights.

All bridge fees & Workshops. Bridge Sessions B4Red

Note, we have altered our

Safari destination to

Namibia. Far superior

Safaris and accommodation

Please Note we found a fantastic guide who will travel with us for the entire journey.

1: INTERNAL & INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS: Included.

April 11 11:20 Joburg MN 505 Arrive 12:30 Durban ( King Shaka )

April 16 11:10 King Shaka BA 6304 Arrive 13:20 Capetown

April 24 11:10 SW 704 Capetown Arrive 12:20 Windhoek

May 01 15:00 SAA 77 Windhoek Arrive 17:45 Joburg

Inclusions: JOHANNESBURG – CAPETOWN

All tipping & gratuities NOT LEVIES 22 nights finest accommodation

Tours with guides as per program Permanent Tour Guide

Numerous safari tours with guides Fully escorted tour

Welcome drinks All dinners, all breakfasts

All transfers including 4 internal flights 3 light lunches during Safari

All bridge fees Workshops & Lesson Material

TABLE OF CONTENTS: Page No

1: INTERNAL FLIGHT DETAILS - Included 2

2: HOTEL ADDRESSES & PHONE NUMBERS 3

3: ITINERARY & BRIDGE PROGRAM 4

4: JOHANNESBURG – FAIRCITY QUARTERMAIN HOTEL 5

5: KWAZULU NATAL – FAIRMONT ZIMBALI BEACHFRONT 6

6: CAPETOWN – BANTRY BAY SUITES 7

7: FRANSCHHOEK - L'ERMITAGE CHATEAU & VILLAS 9

8: NAMIBIA - MOUNT ETJO SAFARI LODGE 10

9: JOHANNESBURG – WINSTON HOTEL 12

2: HOTEL ADDRESSES AND PHONE NUMBERS for EMERGENCIES:

Greg’s Contact Phone Number +61 0415 816 919

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JOBURG - FAIRCITY QUARTERMAIN HOTEL Apr 10 - 11

Address: 60 W Rd S, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa

Phone:+27 11 290 0900 www.quatermain.co.za

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KWAZULU NATAL - FAIRMONT ZIMBALI BEACHFRONT RESORT Apr 11 – 16

P.O. Box 17 Zimbali South Africa 4422

TEL + 27 (0) 32 538 5000 www.fairmont.com/zimbali-resort

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CAPETOWN – BANTRY BAY SUITE HOTEL - Apr 16 – 21

Address: 8 Alexander Road, Bantry Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8060, South Africa

Phone:+27 21 8066 2490

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FRANSCHHOEK - L'ERMITAGE CHATEAU & VILLAS - Apr 21 - 24

Address: Lambrechts Road, 7690 Franschhoek, South Africa

Tel: +27 21 876 9200

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GAME RESERVE – MOUNT ETJO SAFARI LODGE - NAMIBIA Apr 24 – May 01

Address: Okonjati <br />Namibia, Namibia

Tel: +264 (0) 67 290 173/4/5

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JOBURG - THE WINSTON HOTEL May 01 - May 02

Address: 6 Tottenham Ave, Melrose Estate, Johannesburg, 2146, South Africa

Tel: +27 11 268 3140

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3: ITINERARY

Apr 10 17:30 Arrival time Hotel.

Apr 11 09:30 Depart Hotel for our 5 night adventure of Durban.

DURBAN - ZIMBALI

Apr 12 10:00 Durban City Tour. Return home 14:00. 14:30 Bridge.

Apr 13 13:00 Bridge. Free day

Apr 14 10:00 Full Day tour to iSimangaliso Wetland Park & St Lucia River Cruise return to Ballito.

Apr 15 10:00 Mini Safari Tour. African Village.

Apr 16 09:00 Leave hotel for flight to Capetown.

CAPETOWN

Apr 16 15:00 After settling in – transfer to V & A Waterfront for harbour cruise with wine.

Apr 17 09:30 Transfer to Cable Car for TableTop Mountain and @ 15h00 return to Hotel via

Kloof Nek and Clifton, Sea Point & Green Point. Afternoon Bridge at our hotel.

Apr 18 10:00 Cape Point tour and visit the penguins.

Apr 19 10:00 Visit the gardens and Slave Museum: 14:00 Bridge.

Apr 20 10:00 Robben Island tour.

Apr 21 09:30 Transfer to wine district via Hermanus for lunch.

FRANSCHLOK

Apr 21 15:00 Arrive hotel before dinner and evening Bridge

Apr 22 10:30 Wine Tour – Visit 2 of our favourite wines and stock up.

Apr 23 10:00 Bridge in morning followed by town tour and evening cocktails.

Apr 24 08:15 Transfer to Capetown for flight to Namibia

MOUNT ETJO SAFARI LODGE

Apr 24 – May 01 We now take a flight to Windhoek and transfer to the 4.5* Safari Lodge. Here we

have 8 Safaris available, from 06:00 to 09:00 & 15:30 to 18:30 and a lion feed.

Bridge will be played in the middle of the day. 11:00 till 14:00 with lunch stop.

JOBURG

May 01 19:00 Settle in for an exquisite dinner

May 02 11:30 Bridge

16:00 Transfer to airport for flight home

4: JOHANNESBURG – FAIRCITY QUARTERMAIN HOTEL Apr 10 - 11

If travelling early the following sites are very worthy:

1. Constitutional Hill The site of Johannesburg’s notorious Old Fort Prison Complex

where thousands of ordinary people were brutally punished before the dawn of democracy in

1994.

2. Apartheid Museum A moving experience. Learn more about the atrocities of

the Apartheid Regime that divided the nation for more than 48 years.

3. Cradle of Humankind The Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site offers a wonderful

experience for local and international tourists, is a rich source of information for scientists and

researchers, presents opportunities for economic development and job creation, and invites

visitors to be a witness to humanity’s history. This is a unique experience into Africa’s rich

past – a journey through time of the destruction of the great and diverse southern African rock

art traditions at the hand of colonists, and the rediscovery of these ancient masterworks in a

contemporary world.

4. Lesedi Cultural Village Gauteng’s most exciting showcase of African culture where you

can view four African villages. Visitors are introduced to tribal art and crafts, customary

dancing rituals, a very rich history and the tribal legends of Africa’s people.

Flight: Apr 11 Joburg MN505 11:20 Durban Arrive 12:30 20 kgs

Just 2 km from Sandton City, this

hotel features a courtyard with a

swimming pool and an award-winning

restaurant. All rooms and suites come

with air conditioning and a satellite

LCD TV. Including free Wi-Fi, all

accommodations at Faircity

Quartermain Hotel in Johannesburg

come with extra long beds and an

electronic laptop safe. Some of the

rooms and suites have a private

balcony. A breakfast buffet is served

daily on the courtyard terrace with its

green parasols. This is a great choice

for those interested in Shopping for

clothes, Restaurants and Luxury Brand

Shopping. Gated Hotel

5: KWA-ZULU NATAL – FAIRMONT ZIMBALI BEACHFRONT RESORT

APRIL 11 - 16

Fairmont Zimbali Resort, situated inside the exclusive Zimbali Coastal Estate, is a tranquil retreat

offering the utmost in stylish comfort and unrivalled service. Located 5 minutes from the bustling

holiday town of Ballito, 20 minutes from Umhlanga and 30 minutes from Durban, this beachfront

North Coast hotel provides easy access to the province’s attractions. Situated 16km from King

Shaka International Airport, the Fairmont Zimbali Resort is easily accessible.

Flight: April 16 Durban (King Shaka) 11:10 BA 6304 Capetown Arrive 13:20 23 kgs

Tours include:

1) Lake St Lucia - Isimangaliso Wetland Park, a paradise for Bird Watchers.

2) For a Zulu cultural experience like no other, visit Shakaland – a larger-than-life Zulu village.

1 hour Safari drive included here.

6: CAPETOWN – BANTRY BAY SUITES – BANTRY BAY - April 16 – 21

2. Check out the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

– The stunning garden has been named 2015’s

‘International Garden of the Year’ (by the

International Garden Tourism Awards Body).

There’s also a great treetop canopy walkway

called the ‘Boomslang” that has recently been

declared the Most Beautiful Object in South

Africa at the 2015 Design Indaba.

1: Tabletop Mountain Car: If you have to do

one thing, do this. You will not be

disappointed. The no-pain way up Cape

Town’s most famous natural landmark, with

360-degree views from cable cars as they rise

to within easy walking distance of the summit.

This property is 3 minutes walk from the beach

and is situated between the V&A Waterfront and

Camps Bay, The Bantry Bay's spacious suites

include a kitchenette with a microwave and

tea/coffee maker. Each suite also has a seating

area with a flat-screen satellite TV. Floor-to-

ceiling windows and wooden furnishings are

part of the modern classic décor.

A traditional South African breakfast is served

in the Atlantic Café. Freshly made cocktails are

available at Freddie's Bar & Lounge. Room

service, including breakfast, is provided.

Included tours of Capetown:

We now take a short drive through the to the wine district but having lunch in Hermanus

3. Take a Hop On Hop Off City Sightseeing

Bus – this service is a tried and tested form of

seeing attractions in the 021. Not Included

4. Visit Boulder’s Beach in Simon’s Town. It

is here where you will find a colony of

penguins that settled there in 1982.

5. Take a trip to the historic Robben Island. The

island’s function has changed over the past few

years, but is most commonly known as its past

use of being a political prison during South

Africa’s apartheid. (One of the most famous

prisoners being former president Nelson

Mandela).

6. Go to Café Caprice in Camps Bay. The

trendy hangout spot is known for attracting

Hollywood A-Listers and is also an ideally

situated location for sundowners, good food and

a great vibe.

1: Tabletop Mountain 3: Cape Point, Southern most tip.

2: Robben Island 4: Twilight Harbour Cruise

7: FRANSCHHOEK - L'ermitage - Franschhoek Chateau & Villas - Apr 21 – 24

Exclusive accommodation and first-class facilities await you in these luxurious villas and apartments,

located on the prestigious Franschhoek Estate amidst indigenous fynbos.

Nestled on the slopes of Franschhoek Pass, L'ermitage - Franschhoek Chateau & Villas offers a tranquil

retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. We can also relax and enjoy a swim in the outdoor

swimming pool.

Funiki restaurant serves Japanese and Western style cuisine interlinked with Samurai traditions of Old.

With your children being looked after by babysitters, you are ensured a truly stress-free and memorable

stay at L'ermitage - Franschhoek Chateau & Villas.

Guests seeking a more active lifestyle can explore the village on horseback.

This is the perfect setting for us to visit some of our favourite wineries and to purchase a few for

upcoming evenings.

April 24 11:10 SW 704 Capetown Arrive 12:20 Windhoek (Namibia) 20 kgs

8: NAMIBIA – PRIVATE SAFARI – MOUNT ETJO SAFARI LODGE APR 24 – MAY 01

Mount Etjo Safari Lodge is located in the heart of the Okonjati Game Reserve.

One of the first private Game Reserves established in Namibia and founded by world-renowned

conservationist Jan Oelofse.

Home to over 8000 animals and a impessive variety of bird species the Okonjati Wildlife Sanctuary is a

true Conservation Area, this historic lodge deservedly carries the name “Etjo”, meaning place of refuge.

Mount Etjo Safari Lodge is where the most important Declaration towards Namibia's Independence was

signed in 1989 (The Mount Etjo Declaration).

Experiencing Wildlife activities and Enjoying Nature on the Okonjati Game Reserve is memorable and

everlasting , while enjoying excuisite cuisine and luxurious accommodation, Mount Etjo Safari Lodge is

and remains one of the most favourite destinations to visitors from around the world.

ACTIVITIES SUPPLIED:

The 8 Game Drives that we provide will give you a unique opportunity to observe, encounter and

admire the great variety of species that roam the Okonjati Game Reserve. Nowhere else in Namibia will

you see such a diversity of animals, ranging from birds to the rare Roan and Sable Antelope, Elephants,

White and Black Rhino, Giraffes, Zebras and many more. The Game Drive is enjoyable for all age

groups.

An Exciting opportunity to watch these magnificent big cats from up close!

Viewing lions eating from a permanent blind structure after dinner this is the perfect way to end the day

at Mount Etjo.

Opportunity does exsists to see lions during the day-time, depending on any lion sightings in that time

period.

Saurichnium Damarense at Mount Etjo - German archeologists Dr Huene in 1925 and Dr Gürich in

1926 were the first to discover and describe the footprints found in the Etjo sandstone. Gürich

distinguished 4 types: Saurichnium damarense, Saurichnium parallelum, Saurichnium anserinum and

Saurichnium tetractis. At the Mount Etjo slope, up to three different footprints can be found. The most

prominent and easily distinguishable footprint is that of Saurichnium damarense, the smaller footprints

are thought to perhaps be those of juvenile Saurichnium damarense. Unfortunately not enough evidence

is available to further classify these footprints. These are believed to be remnants of the Triassic

(Stormberg) age and around 230 Million years old.

May 01 15:00 SW 704 Windhoek Arrive 17:45 Joburg 23 kgs

9: JOBURG - THE WINSTON HOTEL – MAY 01 – MAY 02

Perfectly suited for the discerning traveller, The Winston Hotel is conveniently situated within

Johannesburg’s renowned suburb of Rosebank and is the ideal base from which to explore

nearby this vibrant city!

Here, tucked away from the bustling city atmosphere, but just a stone’s throw from popular

attractions and nearby Sandton, you can unwind in one of the five-star boutique hotel’s

exceptional array of suites whilst enjoying a game of bridge on your final day.

May 01 19:00 Settle in with exquisite dinner

May 02 11:30 Walk-in Pairs

16:00 Transfer to Airport for return flight home.