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World Bicycle Relief and World Vision have announced a $1,000,000 cycling event to take place in Zambia and South Africa. Cycling legend Johan Bruyneel, and World Bicycle Relief President and SRAM Corporation Executive Vice President F.K. Day, will lead a small group of influential and committed individuals to help make a significant breakthrough on awareness of and solutions to the problems of mobility in rural Africa. Experience firsthand the liberating power of providing bicycles as a solution to poverty in Zambia. Then travel to South Africa for an unforgettable bicycle vacation through the Cape Winelands ending on the Atlantic coast just south of Cape Town.


World Bicycle Relief

Start & End

Lusaka, Zambia | Cape Town, South Africa

Trip Length

13 Days | 12 Nights

Activity Level

Varied

Daily Rides

Options from 20 – 60 miles

Beyond Biking

Safari, Cultural Tour, Wine Tasting

Price (USD)

$8,975 per person

$1,300 single occupancy supplement

With significant donation

2010

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Map of Million Dollar Ride tripDay 1 | Lusaka, Zambia

Stay at Taj Pamodzi

Relax by the pool | Orientation & dinner in a private room at the Lusaka Club | Sample the renowned pepper steak


Days 2 – 3 | Mfuwe, Zambia
Stay at Sanctuary Lodges
Spot wild Puku, impala, elephant, giraffe, lion, leopard, buffalo, hippo and a variety of birds | Relax by the pool | Enjoy the camp's stunning vistas of the floodplain and the wildlife that frequents it | Savor gourmet camp cuisine


Days 4 –  8| Lusaka, Zambia
Stay at Taj Pamodzi
Tour the World Bicycle Relief assembly warehouse | Build the World Bicycle Relief bicycles | Enjoy a gourmet Braii (African barbeque dinner) to the beat of traditional drummers | Distribute bicycles to students, teachers, and community volunteers | Visit a World Bicycle Relief trained bicycle mechanic at their shop | Savor fine Indian and international cuisine with traditional dancers as entertainment


Days 9 – 10 | South Africa Cape Winelands
Stay at La Residence or La Quartier Français
Fly to Cape Town, South Africa | Discover Paarl, one of the oldest towns in South Africa and near the prison where Nelson Mandela spent his last years in captivity | Spin through the Franschhoek valley winelands, surrounded by mountains | Marvel at the Cape Dutch architecture | Enjoy dinner at one of the world's top 50 restaurants


Days 11 – 13 | Cape Town, South Africa
Stay at 12 Apostles
Enjoy our hotel’s stunning seaside location in Camps Bay | Hike the wilderness trails of Table Mountain National Park | Taste acclaimed wines from the Constantia region | Look for baboons & penguins on a spin around the Cape Peninsula | Enjoy a bountiful Trek Travel picnic lunch | Explore Cape Town


Accommodations

Taj Pamodzi | Lusaka, Zambia
Set amidst tropical gardens in the heart of Lusaka's business and government district, this luxurious hotel provides spacious comfort and modern amenities. Conveniently located just 22 km from the airport and 5 km from the city centre, you won’t find a more comprehensive range of services available in Zambia.


Sanctuary Lodges | Mfuwe, Zambia

The camp is small and intimate and has been constructed to blend in to the local surroundings. Each of the 6 luxury over-sized tents has a comfortably furnished sitting area, en-suite facilities with a stunning outdoor shower and a private wooden deck where guests can game view from the privacy of their own rooms. There are a variety of sleeping configurations to suit each guest, with tents having options of two three-quarter beds, double or king size beds. Each tent also has mosquito nets, ceiling fans and hair dryer. Tea and coffee is brought to the rooms each morning by a room attendant.


La Residence | Franschhoek, South Africa (Cape Winelands)

The majestic mountains that surround the idyllic Franschhoek Valley provide enchanting views in every direction. La Residence lies at the heart of a private 30-acre working farm, complete with vineyards, plum orchards, a dam and fragrant manicured gardens. Space is in abundance with panoramic views from every suite. Large bedrooms and bathrooms open onto generous balconies and verandas, which offer the perfect place to relax, admire the view, and marvel at the synthesis of beauty and tranquility.

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Le Quartier Français | Franschhoek, South Africa (Cape Winelands)

Le Quartier Français (the French Quarter) is a small, privately owned auberge situated in the French Huguenot valley of Franschhoek, in the Cape Winelands. They like to keep things simple, but exceptional, and pride themselves on a reputation for warm, world class service. The little touches make the difference at this property where the emphasis is on ultimate luxury and romantic charm, combined with the priceless gift of privacy, tucked away in the centre of the village.


12 Apostles | Cape Town, South Africa (Western Cape)

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa stands at the edge of the world. On one side, a line of majestic mountains-The Twelve Apostles-reaches towards the heavens; on the other, the sun sets on breaching whales, playful dolphins, and crashing Atlantic rollers. And all around, you can walk the wilderness trails of the Table Mountain National Park. And yet this luxury 5-star boutique hotel is just a few minutes from worldly, cosmopolitan Cape Town. Nearest of all is the elegant area of Camps Bay with its beautiful golden beaches.

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