From the coastal beauty of Cape Town to the cultural heartbeat of Johannesburg, this thoughtfully curated trip blends breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and unforgettable moments of connection. Spring brings mild weather, blooming scenery, and an effortless energy that makes it the perfect time to explore.

You’ll take in iconic views from Table Mountain, savor world-class food and wine in the Cape Winelands, and dive into powerful stories of resilience and creativity in Soweto. Expect a balance of guided experiences and free time so you can explore, reflect, and truly take it all in.

This vibrant introduction to South Africa will be full of color, culture and moments that stay with you long after you return home.

-Passports are required to enter Japan and must not be within 6 months of the expiration date. 

-Flight schedule will be released in June 2026.

-If you select the LAND ONLY PACKAGE, you are required to make your own flight arrangements and airport transfers. When making your own flight arrangements, you must pay close attentions to dates. You should schedule your flight to ARRIVE in Cape Town, South Africa on March 13th, 2027.  You should also schedule your departure flight from Johannesburg for March 20th, 2027.

-Travel Insurance is strongly recommended to protect your investment. 

-Provided full payment is received no later than your Final Payment Due date, travel documents, itineraries and travel instructions will be sent via email 30 days or earlier prior to travel.

Payment Plan Details

• When making your reservations, you will automatically be entered into an auto payment plan. You will have the option to opt out and make manual payments. Please note that when opting out of automatic billing, you are still required to make a monthly payment of at least $200 per person to keep your reservation current.

• To opt-out of autopayment, please email info@jauntsandgems.com

• After two missed monthly payments, your reservation will be cancelled. 

• If you choose any of our payment plan options, payments are even divided based on the date you book your trip.You can make partial payments at any time.

-We highly encourage you to purchase travel insurance to protect the investment of your trip!

Things happen and even airlines give you a refund within 24 hours. So, we will refund your deposit  up to 72 hours after booking. Beyond that, it is non-refundable. 

Click here to get a quote for Travel Insurance

-ALL payments to Jaunts and Gems Travel are non-refundable and non-transferable. This is because Jaunts and Gems Travel has contractual agreements with the hotels and other vendors that will not allow us to obtain any refunds. This helps to keep the package prices low and allow you to make monthly payments on your trip. If you purchase travel insurance, you will need to review their terms and conditions for refunds. 

-Your selected roommate(s) should make their reservations within 30 days of your reservation. If not, your reservations will be adjusted to current occupancy and price will change. 

- If your roommate cancels their trip, you will have the option to find a replacement, or move to current occupancy package.