Cape Winelands Full Day Tour Overview
Tour Highlights
- Guided exploration of Stellenbosch town and wine estate
- Visit to Franschhoek village and wine estates
- Paarl town orientation and wine experience
- Wine tastings at selected estates
- Cheese and wine pairing experience
- Scenic drives through vineyard valleys
- Photo stop at Drakenstein Prison (Nelson Mandela’s final place of incarceration)
- Optional ride on the Franschhoek Wine Tram
What’s Included
- Pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation in Cape Town
- Transport in a luxury air-conditioned Quantum vehicle
- Professional English-speaking guide/driver
- Two wine tastings at selected estates
- One cheese and wine pairing
- Cellar tour experience
- Entrance fees (as per itinerary)
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
- Bottled water
What’s Excluded
- Lunch and additional beverages
- Personal purchases
- Optional activities and entrance fees
- Franschhoek Wine Tram ticket
Itinerary
Departure: Cape Town City Centre
Your journey begins with a comfortable pick-up from your accommodation, heading into the scenic Cape Winelands.
Stellenbosch – Wine & Heritage
Arrive in Stellenbosch, South Africa’s second-oldest town, known for its oak-lined streets and historic charm. Enjoy a guided walk through the town, followed by a visit to a renowned wine estate for a cellar tour and tasting paired with cheese.
Franschhoek – Food & Wine Capital
Continue to Franschhoek, a picturesque village famous for its French heritage and culinary excellence. After a brief orientation, you have the option to board the Franschhoek Wine Tram.
This unique hop-on, hop-off experience allows you to visit multiple wine estates at your own pace. Enjoy wine tastings, relax in beautiful surroundings, and stop for lunch at one of the estates (at your own expense).
Paarl – Valley of Wine & History
Travel onward to Paarl, one of the oldest wine-producing regions in South Africa. En route, stop at Drakenstein Prison, where Nelson Mandela spent the final years of his imprisonment.
In Paarl, enjoy a short town tour followed by a visit to a popular wine estate such as Spice Route Destination, known for its variety of artisanal experiences including wine, chocolate, and local cuisine.
Return
After a full day of wine, culture, and scenic beauty, return to Cape Town with drop-off at your hotel or guesthouse between 17:30 and 18:00.
Important Information*
Group Tours:
Small group tours are conducted with 2–12 guests per vehicle. Private tours are available on request.
Pick-up & Drop-off:
- Pick-up: 07:30 – 09:00 (Cape Town City Bowl)
- Drop-off: From 17:30
Flight Advisory:
For departure days, we recommend booking:
- Domestic flights after 19:30
- International flights after 21:00
“I was in Cape Town with my husband and sister, and we spent two wonderful days with our tour guide, Collen. He organized a perfect wine tasting at various wineries. When Robben Island couldn't be visited due to strong winds, Collen was very flexible and took us through the beautiful Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, where we also enjoyed a delicious lunch. I highly recommend Collen to anyone looking for a professional, reliable, and extremely friendly guide for Cape Town and the surrounding area.”
"We made a tour to cape of good hope and boulders beach and we stopped at some nice spots. We got to see a lot of cape town and the area around which was amazing. Collen was very nice, explained many things and was on time. We would recommend doing this tour when coming to Cape Town."
