49 U S A ( To l l - f r e e ) 1-877-381-2914 E m a i l info@theculturalexperience.com The Victorian Era and explore both sides. Then, on our way back to Ithala, we pick up the story of Col. Wood’s column to hear about the confusion and tragedy on Hlobane mountain. Day 7 – Hlobane Mountain. If you are fit enough and the weather permits we will walk up the slopes of Hlobane mountain and explore as much of the flat-topped summit as we can (n.b. this is potentially a stiff walk and the tracks are deteriorating). For the less adventurous there are pleasant walks around the camp and time to relax. A game drive in the afternoon amid spectacular views. Day 8 - Khambula. We explore the battlefield of Khambula and contrast the success there with the shambles of Hlobane. Day 9 –Blood River & Prince Imperial. Travel by way of the Voortrekker Blood River battlefield to the memorial which commemorates the spot where France’s Prince Imperial was killed. On to Isandlwana/ Rorkes Drift area for a 4 night stay at our wonderfully sited lodge. Days 10 & 11 – Battle of Isandlwana. During these two days we hear the full story of the battle of Isandlwana, including the Ngwebeni Valley and the spur where the Zulu commander controlled his regiments' attacks. There is time to visit the outpost line and the memorial to the artillery; Black's Koppie, Younghusband's knoll and Durnford's Donga. We drive out to the hills where Lord Chelsmford took half his force to look for the Zulu army. For those of you who are fit we will walk as much of the Fugitives’ Trail as is practicable, although we are dependent upon the state of the river – we will in any case tell the story from the heights overlooking Fugitives’ Drift where we visit the memorial to Coghill and Melvill. Day 12 - Rorke’s Drift. A full day at Rorke's Drift and there is much to see. Down at the Buffalo River crossing, and at the mission station the great story will be enthrallingly told by Ian as the great climax to the dramatic events of 1879. Day 13 – Johannesburg. Return to Johannesburg with lunch en-route. Overnight return flight to London. Day 14 – Arrive. Early morning arrival at London Heathrow. Isandlwhana today “ The Zulu War tour was a truly enriching experience. Ian Knight is a gifted storyteller and a thoroughly knowledgeable scholar."