Cape Town, also known as the ‘Mother City’ is the hub of South Africa. Being the first colonised area of South Africa, it is rich in history, and many cultures and ethnic backgrounds have blended together to create an intricately beautiful fusion of hospitality, art and people – the perfect place to start your Golf with The Collection tour.

In the upscale neighbourhood of Constantia, your trip starts off strong with four nights at The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel & Spa which boasts unforgettable culinary experiences that are an absolute must at their on-site restaurant The Conservatory – renowned as one of South Africa’s top restaurants. Their Fresh Wellness Spa offers signature pampering treatments to the lush backdrop of their gardens; two pools, a gym, and a tennis court. The Cellars-Hohenort is found in the historically rich Constantia Valley, aka Cape Town’s Vineyard and is a mere fifteen minutes from the V&A Waterfront and the city centre. Cape Town is overflowing with exciting and lavish activities on offer which can be booked directly with the front desk throughout your stay.

After settling in, your first round of golf is at the incredible Steenberg GC. This Peter Mackotvich-designed course is set amongst estate vineyards with views of the mountains and sea that offer golfers unique challenges on each hole. After a pleasant morning of walking the fairways in this premier estate, we recommend heading to the Steenberg Vineyard for a wine tasting followed by lunch served at the award-winning Bistro sixteen82.

A mere 45-minute drive will take you to the beautiful Franschhoek valley. This small valley is home to some of South Africa’s most famous wine estates producing wine since the 17th century. Complete with fascinating stories about Franschhoek’s history, wine, and culture, the Franschhoek’s wine-tram will spoil you with one-of-a-kind food and wine pairings including breakfast and sabrage, lunch, and dessert. Starting your day at the underground Haute Cabrière to the magnificent Pyrenes à La Motte Restaurant and ending with an exceptional view over the valley at Dieu Donne, the Franschhoek wine tram is the ultimate experience.

On the Val de Vie Estate, Pearl Valley GC is one of six preeminent Jack Nicklaus courses in the country and ranked the second-best course in South Africa. The majestic Simonsberg and Drakenstein mountains provide a backdrop for the acclaimed course where golfers and guests can discover ‘The Valley of Life.’ After your morning walking the fairways, you will have the afternoon at leisure to visit a wine farm or head back to Cape Towns’ Camps Bay promenade and enjoy a cocktail at one of the famous beach bars whilst relaxing with some sundowners to witness the glorious setting South African sun.

Recommendations: The famous V&A Waterfront is a treasure trove of sights, shopping and excellent eateries.  If you are feeling energetic, a trip up the Table Mountain cable-car offers unbeatable vistas of the whole Cape Peninsula, or you can sit and soak up the city from the top of the open-air ‘Red Bus’ sightseeing bus. A self-drive or guided peninsula tour will take you from Cape Town to the surfing hamlet of Muizenberg, and then hug the coastal road all the way to Cape Point Nature Reserve.  Highlights along the way include visiting our penguin friends at Boulders Beach, a meander through the quaint Kalk Bay village with the best mussels to be eaten at Olympia Café, seeing the military base in Simonstown and watching the sunset on the most visually spectacular Chapman’s Peak Drive – all of which can be booked directly with the front desk.

With an early morning flight to George to take you into the heart of the gorgeous, green Garden Route, you will adore three nights in the famous Manor House on the Fancourt estate. Dating back to the 1850s and once home to Henry Fancourt White, The Manor House is a 5-star, 18-suite boutique hotel. It delivers the luxury, quiet sophistication and romance of an exclusive country retreat – with warm and generous hospitality. It is here where you will get the opportunity to test your skills at The Links – home to the #1-rated golf course in South Africa. Fancourt and its courses lie at the base of the towering Outeniqua Mountains and are characterised by modern luxury, classic elegance and great diversity in golf courses. The namesake Outeniqua course and original Gary Player-designed Montagu course (ranked top twenty and top eight respectively) have earned their reputation for their layouts and challenges while taking in the beautiful scenery Fancourt has to offer. We recommend enjoying your evenings by exploring the small towns that surround George, filled with loads of charming restaurants and cafes.