SAA Vacations Offers the Allure and Ambience of 'Classic South Africa' at a Savings of $1,500

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 15 /PRNewswire/ -- South African Airways Vacations is offering its "Classic South Africa" Cape Town and safari air-inclusive package for $2,989* per person in October and November, a savings of $1,500 per person if booked separately.  The package features all of the allure, ambience and glamour of a classic South African experience, but with all of the modern amenities today's discerning travelers require.

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It begins with international and domestic South African flights on South African Airways, Africa's most awarded airline.  Upon arrival in Cape Town, "Classic South Africa" offers a 4-night stay at 15 on Orange, the breathtakingly sophisticated new hotel in the beautiful suburb of Gardens, featuring incredible views of Table Mountain and in close proximity to the city's world-famous beaches and landmarks.  Time spent at leisure while in Cape Town offers travelers the freedom to schedule their own days in this spectacular city, whether spent exploring the Cape Winelands, discovering charming beach towns, or viewing the city from the top of Table Mountain.  The package also features two nights at the classically luxurious Lion Sands River Lodge on the banks of the Sabie River in the Lion Sands Private Game Reserve.  Exploration of the Big Five in the tranquil bush while experiencing the rich amenities of the lodge will ensure a relaxing and unforgettable experience.  To take advantage of the savings if you book the "Classic South Africa" vacation package for travel in October or November, please call SAA Vacations at 1-888-722-4872, or visit www.flysaavacations.com to learn more.  

"The 'Classic South Africa' package evokes a time when only the rich and famous were able to enjoy an African safari trip," said Lucille Sive, president of South African Airways Vacations®.  "We've been able to offer that same experience, but at an unbelievable price!  At a savings of $1,500, this is definitely a trip of a lifetime!"

The package details are:

"Classic South Africa" – starting at $2,989^* - 9 Days of Cape Town in its hottest new hotel, and a safari in a classically luxurious lodge

• Round trip international Economy Class airfare from New York Kennedy or Washington, D.C. (Dulles) to Johannesburg, South Africa, on South African Airways  
• Domestic flights on South African Airways within Africa in accordance with itinerary
• 4 nights at 15 on Orange in Cape Town, close to the city center, Cape Town's stunning beaches, and the Winelands.
• 2 nights at the Lion Sands River Lodge in the Lion Sands Private Game Reserve
• Game drives while at Lion Sands River Lodge
• 6 Breakfasts
• 2 Lunches
• 2 Dinners
• Meet and greet by South African Airways Vacations® representatives upon arrival in South Africa, as well as transfers

South African Airways Vacations® offers vacation options for all budgets, with experts on hand to ensure its clients experience the vacation of their dreams.   For more vacation packages to Southern Africa, please call 1-888-722-4872 or visit www.flysaavacations.com.

SAA Vacations®, highly regarded for its wide array of affordable luxury packages to Africa, is a division of South African Airways and utilizes the airline's extensive route network to create packages throughout South Africa, Botswana, Victoria Falls, Namibia, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe.   South African Airways, the most awarded airline to Africa, features daily service from the U.S. to South Africa with morning non-stop departures from New York JFK and afternoon direct service from Washington, D.C., that offer travel convenience and award-winning service.   For more information on South African Airways, please call (800) 722-9675 or visit www.flysaa.com.

*Price is per person, based on double occupancy. Price includes fuel surcharge.  Taxes are additional and can vary depending on currency fluctuation.  Low add-on fares from 26 cities in the U.S.

SOURCE South African Airways Vacations