b'VICTORIANTHE ZULU WAR Scan here for the full THE WASHING OF THE SPEARS itinerary1528 November 2025 Historical Background1427 November 2026 First annexed by Britain in the Napoleonic Wars, the Cape of Good Hope was 14 days a vital position on the route to the Far East, but South Africa never rivalled India in importance within the Empire. And yet the battles between Queen Expert Historian: Victorias red-coated battalions and the lightly armed Zulu forces have Ian Knight remained vibrant in the memory of both adversaries as few other imperial Activity Level: 2 / 3 events have done.In 1879, with Britain at the height of her imperial power, Lord Chelmsfords three columns marched into Zululand on a punitive expedition to teach the This fascinating study of the Anglo-ZuluZulu King Cetshwayo a lesson. Two equally professional armies with totally War takes us to ground that has hardlydifferent fighting traditions and weapons met and fought with startling changed since the memorable events ofresults. At Isandlwana the Zulus inflicted the most humiliating defeat of the the period, all set amongst spectacularVictorian era on the over-confident Briti sh battalions. Yet hours later the scenery still populated by Zulu tribes andsmall number of determined and well-led defenders at Rorkes Drift drove off an abundance of wildlife. As well as visitingrepeated Zulu attacks and captured the publics admiration. In the end the battle sites such as Isandlwana, Rorkes Driftrifle inevitably triumphed and others that have gone down in Britishover the spear. It is a military folklore, we will be discussing thestory of arrogance and men, armies and tactics of both sides, theirdetermination, traditions problems, successes and failures.and innovations, but But this is much more than just a battlefieldabove all amazing tour: we will be staying in comfortableindividual bravery on lodges and hotels, and will have ampleboth sides. The old Zulu opportunity to observe the local people andnation was destroyed customs as well as participating in a game but at the cost of a drive featuring many of Africas best lovedsignificant dent to British animals such as the elephant, rhino, giraffe,military prestige.zebra, leopard and antelope.Please note: there is a maximum of 12 rooms available on this tour due to the limitedDay 0Depart on overnight flight from London to Johannesburgcapacity of some accommodation. Day 1Assemble Arrivals Hall, Johannesburg Airport Fly to Durban Fort Pearson, Also, due to the unpredictable nature ofsite of the Ultimatum Tree Overnight in Princes Grant (L,D)organisational arrangements in SouthDay 2 Gingindlovu, Nyezane, Eshowe mission, cemetery, Fort Nongqayi historical Africa the itinerary may be subject tomuseum and complex Two nights in Eshowe (B,L,D)change. Despite our best endeavours toDay 3 Drive deep into Zulu country to visit the grave of King Cetshwayo (B,L,D)deliver services to the highest standard,Day 4 Ulundi battlefield and museum, homestead of King Cetshwayo at oNdinioccasionally our suppliers are unable to meet2 nights at Hluhluwe Game Reserve (B,L,D)those expectations due to circumstancesDay 5 Hluhluwe Game Drive: Full day open game drive in search of the big five: beyond their control, so we ask you approachlion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant and buffalo (B,L,D)this tour with an open mind when travelling in this beautiful but challenging destination. Day 6Hlobane Mountain, graves of Campbell and Lloyd 2 nights at Vryheid (B,L,D)Day 7Ntombe Spruit (B,L,D)Day 8Khambula, Blood River & Prince Imperial monument 4 nights in Isandlwana area (B,L,D)Day 9Isandlwana 1: Ngwebeni valley, Zulu knoll, battlefield monuments, British lines, Durnfords Donga (B,L,D)Day 10Isandlwana 2 Walk fugitives trail, Melville and Coghills graves, ESSENTIALS Chelmsfords route (B,L,D)Day 11Rorkes Drift (B,L,D)Best available hotels, meals as indicated,Day 12Drive to Johannesburg for overnight return flight to London or perhaps drinks with dinner, all entrance fees,extend stay in South Africa (B,L)tour manager and expert historianDay 13Arrive Londonthroughout, all internal travel, optional travel from UK.www.theculturalexperience.com I info@theculturalexperience.com I UK0345 475 1815 I USA(toll-free) 877 209 5620 www.theculturalexperience.com I info@theculturalexperience.com I UK0345 475 1815 I USA(toll-free) 877 209 5620 415926 TCE BROCHURE 2025-26_Aug25.indd 41 22/08/2025 13:35'