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The Valley of a 1000 Hills, Durban

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Take a drive through The Valley of a 1000 Hills, a popular road trip destination near Durban. Enjoy the scenery of the rolling hills and the rushing Umgeni River as you drive along the valley edge, or, if you happen to be there on the last Sunday of the month, take a scenic ride on the steam train. Pay a visit to one of the traditional Zulu villages, where you can find an abundance of arts and crafts, try out local delicacies, and experience ancient rituals. To visit The Valley of a 1000 Hills on your trip to Durban, use our Durban road trip website.
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Tours to The Valley of a 1000 Hills

FROM $143 BOOK WITH VIATOR Durban Shore Excursion: Durban City, Valley of 1000 Hills and PheZulu Tour
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FROM $89 BOOK WITH VIATOR Durban Shore Excursion: Valley of 1000 Hills and PheZulu Tour
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FROM $94 BOOK WITH VIATOR Phezulu Cultural Village & Reptile Park Private Half Day Tour from Durban
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Duration: 4 hours
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  • By lynlitvack
    Magnificent scenery, lush landscapes, fresh air. We took a lovely hike in the sunshine the fresh air was intoxicating and the beauty of the rushing stream below. The sky seemed to go on forever with.....  more »
  • By AussieTraveller4564
    The drive from Durban was pleasant to this memorable place. We had lunch overlooking the valley. The only disappointing part was the Zulu show which lacked enthusiasm.  more »
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