Your unforgettable journey begins with a prompt 8:30 AM pick-up from your accommodation in Cape Town city centre or nearby areas. Relax in our luxury air-conditioned vehicle as we collect fellow travelers in order of proximity to ensure a smooth and comfortable start. As we travel along the scenic N2 highway, you’ll be treated to breathtaking panoramic views of Table Mountain, the vibrant City Bowl, and the stunning Atlantic coastline — perfect for capturing memorable photos even before reaching the Winelands! Our first destination is the charming and historic town of Stellenbosch, nestled in the heart of South Africa’s celebrated Cape Winelands. Note: Your exact pick-up time will be shared with you the day before via WhatsApp. Please ensure you have mobile data enabled or are available in your hotel lobby with Wi-Fi for seamless communication.
We begin our day in the beautiful town of Stellenbosch, located in South Africa’s renowned Winelands. As we travel along the N2 motorway, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of Table Mountain and the Cape Flats. Our guide will share fascinating stories about the region’s rich history, its cultural heritage, and notable landmarks. Upon arrival, you’ll have about 45 minutes to explore Stellenbosch on foot. Stroll through streets lined with iconic Cape Dutch architecture, browse vibrant art galleries, boutique shops, and cozy cafés. Take a moment to soak in the town’s charming atmosphere and maybe grab a coffee or snack before we continue to the wine estates. Stellenbosch perfectly blends history, culture, world-class wines, and natural beauty, making it a must-see stop on our tour. Don’t forget your camera to capture the stunning scenery and vibrant street life.
Next, we’ll visit the historic Lanzerac Wine Estate, one of South Africa’s oldest and most prestigious wine farms, established in 1692. Nestled beneath the breathtaking Jonkershoek Mountains, this estate blends stunning Cape Dutch architecture, lush gardens, and a working wine cellar. You’ll indulge in a premium tasting of five carefully selected Lanzerac wines, each expertly paired with artisan chocolates designed to complement the wine’s unique flavors. Our guide will share Lanzerac’s rich legacy — including being the first estate to bottle South Africa’s iconic Pinotage varietal. Wine tastings and chocolate pairing are at your own expense, typically ZAR 150–250 per person. Beautiful Cape Dutch architecture Provincial heritage manor house dating back to the 1830s Expert-guided wine and chocolate pairing experience
Next, we’ll take you to the stunning Delaire Graff Estate, perched atop Helshoogte Pass with panoramic views over Banhoek Valley. This luxurious estate features museum-quality African art, manicured gardens, and dramatic mountain scenery that captivates every visitor. Relax on the elegant wine terrace while enjoying a curated tasting of award-winning red and white wines. Tastings are at your own expense (approx. ZAR 150–250), with an optional cheese and wine pairing for about ZAR 250–400. You’ll also have the opportunity to purchase wines for export, with expert help to ensure safe and hassle-free worldwide shipping. This stop is a photographer’s dream and a must-see highlight of the Winelands, perfect for wine lovers and culture enthusiasts alike. Stunning views & world-class estate Art, architecture, and nature combined Award-winning wines with impeccable service
Stop 4: Franschhoek – French Charm, Art Stroll & Lunch Break Duration: ±1h30 | Arrival: ~2:15 PM After our second wine tasting, we journey through the scenic Helshoogte Pass and the historic town of Pniel to reach Franschhoek—South Africa’s gourmet capital, rich in French heritage and surrounded by vineyard-covered mountains. You’ll enjoy 90 minutes to relax, explore, and enjoy lunch at your own pace. We recommend: Reuben’s – local cuisine (ZAR 300–500) Col’Cacchio – pizza & pasta (ZAR 120–250) Tuk Tuk Brewery – tacos & craft beer (ZAR 150–300) Le Petit Manoir – fine dining (ZAR 350–600) You can stroll the village’s boutique galleries, artisan chocolate studios, wine shops, and designer stores—perfect for souvenirs or a sweet indulgence.
After enjoying your lunch and free time exploring the charming village of Franschhoek — known for its rich French heritage, boutique shops, and mountain-framed vineyards — we proceed to the Franschhoek Wine Tram terminal for the next leg of your adventure. Your guide will hand over your pre-booked tram tickets and assist you in understanding the tram route and schedule. The tram offers a relaxed and scenic ride between wine estates, with each leg taking approximately 8–10 minutes. You’ll have the opportunity to hop off at two or possibly three wine farms, depending on timing and preferences. Choose from iconic estates such as Franschhoek Cellars, the elegant Grande Provence, and Rickety Bridge, where you can also enjoy a unique tractor ride from the tram to the tasting area. This experience blends the romance of rail travel with the indulgence of world-class wines — the perfect finale to a day in the Cape Winelands.
Rickety Bridge is Franschhoek’s first female-owned wine farm, known for its innovative spirit and warm hospitality. Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy a charming tractor ride from the tram to the tasting room, nestled among lush vineyards with stunning mountain views. Here, you can choose from several tasting options: Classic Wine Tasting: approx. R90–R120 per person Reserve Wine Tasting: approx. R150–R200 per person Rickety Bridge prides itself on producing vibrant, fruit-driven wines that reflect the terroir of the Franschhoek Valley. If you prefer, relax at Paulina’s Restaurant, where you can savour light meals, coffee, or a glass of wine while taking in panoramic valley views.
Franschhoek Cellars combines welcoming charm with a focus on artisan quality. Set amid beautiful vineyards, this estate offers traditional tastings and special pairings with Belgian chocolate or handmade cheeses. Their wines reflect careful craftsmanship and the terroir’s elegance. Approximate tasting fees range from R100 to R150 per person, depending on the experience chosen.
Stop At: Groot Drakenstein Prison (Victor Verster Prison) On our way back to Cape Town, we’ll stop for about 10 minutes at Groot Drakenstein Prison, where Nelson Mandela spent the last two years of his 27-year imprisonment. Unlike earlier high-security prisons, this one served as a transitional facility for political prisoners nearing release. Here, you’ll have the chance to take photos beside the iconic life-size bronze statue of Mandela, standing with his fist raised — symbolizing hope, dignity, and freedom. It marks the very spot where he walked free on 11 February 1990. Your guide will briefly share the history and purpose of the prison, its significance in the struggle against apartheid, and the emotional impact of Mandela’s release. We then continue the approximately 1 hour and 15-minute drive back to Cape Town, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel, bringing a powerful and inspiring end to your day.
Drop off will be at your accommodation in Cape Town after the tour.
Big thumbs up! Our guide Nathan was friendly, patient and kept us on time! He was knowledgeable about the area and shared some great tips with us. The tram was an amazing experience!
I had the best day wine tasting through incredible scenery with wonderful company and our excellent guide Nathan. Everything was very well organised and orchestrated by Nathan- to whom I’m exceptionally grateful! Thank you for such an incredible experience! From start to finish!
We booked with Viator through Guyer Travel. Jeff was our driver and he was excellent! He was extremely accommodating and knowledgeable about the area and gave us a wonderful experience. Highly recommended! Thanks, Jeff!
The experience was fun and the driver was a perfect gentleman he made the journey so fun and amazing
I had the most lovely time Ejide was the most brilliant and enthusiastic guide, me and my fiancé were very happy and very well looked after
This is an absolute must when here. It’s a fun way to visit selected wineries and sample some of the amazing produce great fun
Great tour, Isaac was amazing and very knowledgeable about the history of the area. Pick-up was seamless and so was the curation of the tour. Expect scenic views on the drive to the vineyards and a delicious lunch.
We had an amazing wine tour with Ray! He was very knowledgeable with the region and had great recommendations for anything we requested. We really appreciated how accommodating he was to our schedule and we got to see a lot of stellenbosch and Franschhoek in one day. Highly recommend booking a small group or personal tour. Thanks Ray!
We had an awesome experience doing the wine tour with our guide Ray. He provided good insight about the places we went to and about SA/Cape Town in general. Very professional and friendly aswell.
Behind the scenes people were great - but the majority of the cost for this experience goes toward the transport to the wineries and I had an unprofessional and unpleasant driver which made for a bad day. I’ve done dozens of tours around the world and I’ve never wanted to leave early before this one.
Valentino was absolutely lovely and super accomodating! Would recommend this experience to anyone travelling to Stellenbosch, it is a very well put together tour with awesome tour guides!
One of the best experience in the Cape province! Really enjoyed it and the host is friendly and really made the trip worthwhile!
Great experience!!! The tour was very good and the wineries visited were great. The transfer service was highly professional.
Such a great day. Our guide was very informative and helpful along each stop of the route. Jabril needs a raise! He took great pictures for us along the way. He was very prompt in the morning and patient when we needed to use the restroom on our way back. Gave us good information on Cape Town. We will be back for this tour again!!
Great experience! Wilson was an excellent guide - kind, punctual and with plenty of knowledge. The wine tasting was so much fun, and the lunch we had was fantastic.
Although we expected just to be dropped off at the wine tram and be picked up hours later, we were very pleased to discover that our guide Ruben was staying with us the entire time. Ruben met our needs and then some. It was a rainy day and rather than have us on and off the tram or buses after two wineries off the tram he drove us to 3 others and made reservations for lunch at a wonderful French restaurant called the French Connection. However the most impressive thing was Ruben's knowledge of the Cape Town Area and South Africa as well as his ability to impart his knowledge to us. His personality was warm, welcoming, friendly, and he has a great sense of humor. Yes the wineries are enjoyable and several tailor made the offerings for our taste.
Super experience: Alex is very knowledgeable, kind, punctual and flexible. Highly recommended! You could not wish for a better guide.
Visiting Franschhoek region was an amazing experience. Our driver Wilson was very knowledgeable about the history of the wine regions. Riding the tram and tasting the wine at various stops was incredible. I would recommend stopping at Franschhoek cellar to experience their chocolate and wine pairings. The views from Dieu Donne were stunning and lived up to its reputation as 'Worlds Greatest Places' in recent Time magazine. The only disappointing experience was that the restaurant in Haute Cabriere was closed for the day at 3 PM and we had to go hungry without lunch.
Our guide was wonderful, very helpful. The wineries are beautiful and the experience is wonderful. Highly recommend
A very beautiful experience in the heart of the South African vineyards, enhanced by a guide as charming as caring. We opted for the complete “Wine & Cuisine Experience” formula, and we were not disappointed by the Quality of food and wine pairings. Every stop had its charm: Paserene welcomed us in an elegant and peaceful setting. Grande Provence was our favorite, both for the Mood and for the flavors. Haute Cabrière, although more gallant, offered us an interesting cellar visit that added an educational touch to the experience. The only downside: the tram ride is very short, more thought for show than for transport. A little frustrating when you expect a more immersive ride. That said, the whole remains a beautiful way to discover the region, its estates and its gastronomy in an enchanting setting.
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