SOUTH AFRICA THE DEFINITIVE WAY TO EXPERIENCE GOLF IN SOUTH AFRICA

Transcription

1 21 Feb 4 March THE DEFINITIVE WAY TO EXPERIENCE GOLF IN

2 21 February - 4 March South Africa, with its rich diversity of cultures, languages, beliefs and histories is an internationally desirable tourism destination and is quickly growing into a golfing Mecca. The beauty in its peoples, landscapes, wildlife and other offerings is matched by the wide range of golf courses that you can play at, distinguished both their design and geographical location. Home to golfing legends Gary Player, Ernie Els and Retief Goosen, the country boasts world-class golf courses and golfing resorts. Test your skills on bushveld fairways where zebras are likely to stroll alongside you or tee off from cliffs offering spectacular ocean views; take up the challenge of lush green courses designed specifically to put your through your paces or head to the hills for a game in one the countries dramatic mountain settings. All of these options come with luxury stays in lodges, boutique hotels and resorts. ALPG Golf Professional, Anne Rollo is one of Australia s most accomplished Golf Professionals with an impressive resume. Anne has 18 years of coaching experience and 10 years on the professional circuit and winner of 22 professional golf tournaments worldwide.she is a European Tour Tournament winner, (1990 European Players Championship) one of only a handful of Australian Women Golf Professionals to achieve a win overseas, winning tournaments in Belgium, Switzerland, England and Australia, she held the record for the lowest ever round on the European tour for her 63 (9 under par) in the Italian open in 1993 and had the most top ten finishes in a single season. Anne also held the lowest ever 9 hole score record during a round at Forqueux France shooting 29 during the third round. Anne has been escorting and hosting golf trips for over 12 years all over the world and has thousands of happy customers! 21 Feb 4 March

3 21 February - 4 March DAY ONE 21 FEBRUARY On Arrival, Private Transfer from Airport to Hotel A Welcome Fruit/Snack Platter will be in your room. Overnight: Southern Sun Waterfront Hotel Standard Room. SOUTHERN SUN WATERFRONT HOTEL As one of the best-known hotels within the Tsogo Sun portfolio, Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town is situated in the heart of the city s most sought-after areas. Business travellers have the advantage of being minutes away from the Cape Town International Conference Centre and other major corporate hubs, while leisure travellers are right in the midst of the city s most popular landmarks. Being a short walk away from the famous V&A Waterfront and other Cape Town sights is just the start of this iconic accommodation landmark s appeal. Postcard views of the harbour and of Signal Hill are rivalled only by the stylish, inviting presence of the hotel itself. Step inside the impressive lobby, and you will soon discover why this hotel continues to snap up awards. 21 Feb 4 March

4 21 February - 4 March DAY TWO 22 FEBRUARY Golf at Steenberg Golf Club (25kms 30 mins) Shared Cart Included Welcome Dinner at the famous Gold Restaurant Overnight: Southern Sun Waterfront Hotel Standard Room DAY THREE 23 FEBRUARY Full Day Cape Peninsula & Table Mountain Tour Lunch included at Two Oceans Restaurant Overnight: Southern Sun Waterfront Hotel Standard Room The course is part of a long established estate that includes a 17th century wine farm, hotel and residential properties and the holes many of which are doglegged are routed through the Steenberg vineyards; moving from pinetreed parkland (there s a tremendous par four at the 3rd with Silvermine Mountain as a backdrop) to wetlands (where the 7th is a real feature hole) then to a more heathland section (waste bunkers flank a few fairways, as at holes 9 and 12) before ending in parkland again (with the creek coming into play at the last two holes). 21 Feb 4 March

5 21 February - 4 March DAY FOUR 24 FEBRUARY Golf at Arabella Golf Club (101kms 1hr 20mins) Shared Cart Included Overnight: Southern Sun Waterfront Hotel Standard Room ARABELLA The Arabella Country Estate is home to one of the top ranked golf courses in South Africa, with pristine grass, tricky sand traps and challenging water hazards on the golf estate. The Arabella golf course was recently voted the 5th best golf course in South Africa. 21 Feb 4 March

6 21 February - 4 March DAY FIVE 25 FEBRUARY Check out of Hotel Golf at Pearl Valley Estate & Spa (69kms 50mins) Shared Cart Included After Golf, transfer to Le Franschhoek Hotel (24kms 25mins) Overnight: Le Franschhoek Hotel - Deluxe Room PEARL VALLEY ESTATE The strategically challenging Nicklaus designed course of Pearl Valley Golf Estate is situated in Franschhoek. With vineyards bordering the course and the Berg River water hazard running through it, this SA Open Championship course makes for a challenging but memorable round of golf! 21 Feb 4 March

7 21 February - 4 March LE FRANSCHOEK ONE OF THE MOST EXCLUSIVE GETAWAYS AROUND, Le Franschoek represents the most romantic of the Cape Winelands retreat-style resorts. With its fabulous fusion of contemporary Euro-classicism décor and modern Cape sensibilities, it is hard to find fault with this small town delight. FUSION OF FRENCH HERITAGE, with a local South African feel. This country retreat offers guests panoramic views of the gorgeous Franschhoek winelands. DINE UNDER THE STARS beside fruit trees and vineyards at either of the hotel s two fantastic restaurants. Enjoy a culinary experience with a difference. DAY SIX 26 FEBRUARY Free Day Optional: Golf at De Zalze Golf Club (42kms 45mins) including Shared Cart Optional: Full Day Winelands Tour (Tastings Included) Overnight: Le Franschhoek Hotel Deluxe Room DAY SEVEN 27 FEBRUARY Check out of Hotel Transfer to Swellendam for Lunch en route to Fancourt (180kms 2 Hours) 2 Course Lunch Included After Lunch, transfer to Fancourt Hotel (214kms 2 Hours) 21 Feb 4 March Overnight: Fancourt Hotel Luxury Room

8 21 February - 4 March DAY EIGHT 1 MARCH Golf at Montagu Course - Fancourt Shared Cart Included Overnight: Fancourt Hotel Luxury Room DAY NINE 2 MARCH Free Day Optional: Golf at Pinnacle Point (57kms 45mins) including Shared Cart Optional: Knysna Full Day Tour inc Featherbed Eco Excursion (Lunch Included) Overnight: Fancourt Hotel Luxury Room 21 Feb 4 March FANCOURT MONTAGU The 18hole Montagu parkland layout is the original course at Fancourt (from an initial 27hole design), which Home World Top 100 Golf Resorts Ranking & Rating About Us Contact Us Your Gems News Africa Asia Britain & Ireland Caribbean Central & South America Continental Europe was upgraded in 2005 by David McLay Kidd when new 1st and 9th holes were introduced. Bunkers and greens were redefined at all the other holes, some water features were removed and other new ones brought into play (such as the dam that was built after the course was constructed). Like the other Fancourt courses, the Montagu is maintained to a very high standard and its trees and water features add interest and variety to the undulating landscape. The Links at Fancourt may get most of the plaudits these days but the Montagu is still a great course, fully deserving its consistently high ranking position in South African course listings.

9 21 February - 4 March DAY TEN 3 MARCH Golf at The Links Course Fancourt Shared Cart Included Farewell Braai at Fancourt Overnight: Fancourt Hotel Luxury Room DAY ELEVEN 4 MARCH Check Out of Hotel Private Transfer from Hotel to George Airport (7kms 10mins) Tour Ends THE LINKS AT FANCOURT One Of Gary Player s Greatest Course Designs, The Links At Fancourt Is The Number 1 Course In South Africa. This Spectacular Links Course, Which Hosted The Presidents Cup In 2003, Offers Golfers The Ultimate Luxury Golf Experience! 21 Feb 4 March

10 21 February - 4 March South Africa - Cost From $4, per person based on Twin Share occupancy From $6, per person based on Single occupancy Deposit Payable: $ Per Person 2nd Stage Payment (1 June 2016): $ Per Person Balance Payable No Later than 1st December 2016 Package Summary Tour fully escorted by Anne Rollo, LPGA Professional. 10 Nights Accommodation Twin Share Basis. Breakfast Daily. 5-7 Rounds of Championship Golf at Steenberg, Arabella, Pearl Valley, De Zalze, Montagu, Pinnacle Point & The Links at Fancourt. Welcome & Farewell Dinner. Please note: Every effort will be made to ensure the the course advertised will be available. If not, we will endeavour to find a suitable alternative. All Ground Transportation The only people I envy are the people who have not yet been to South Africa to play Golf, for they Have so much to look forward to ANON 21 Feb 4 March

11 21 February - 4 March Please contact: Stuart Catterson The Golf Touring Company Suite 2, 39 East Esplanade Manly, NSW 2095 t m e stuart@thegolftouringcompany.com.au wwww.thegolftouringcompany.com.au 21 Feb 4 March