What You Will Do
Get a taste of the Cape Winelands and explore 3 major wine regions of Paarl, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch at your pace on this private guided day tour.
Be prepared for a day filled with wine tastings at three different wineries, a cellar tour, breathtaking views of the passing scenery, century-old Cape Dutch homes & stroll through vineyards with incredible Mountain views.
Sample a variety of red and white wines with optional food pairings like biltong (similar to beef jerky), offering a real South African experience.
Have lunch in Franschoek, and taste local specialties including cheese and chocolates.
Along the way, see Drakenstein, the prison that once held former President Nelson Mandela.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Paarl
1 hour 30 minutes
Start the tour with a scenic drive to the Winelands countryside. Visit one of Paarl's best attractions and see a unique goat tower.
Take a seat at the custom-designed wine tasting pods and learn about the wineries' rich history and exceptional wines.
With a dedicated host, you'll be guided through the tasting of 6 different wines that are all beautifully paired with gourmet cheeses.
Spend free time browsing through the deli and gift shop and don't miss a visit to see the goats.
2
Groot Drakenstein Prison
30 minutes
Along the way, stop over to Drakenstein, the prison that once held former President Nelson Mandela. Get the chance to stand in the very place where Mandela took his first steps outside of prison as a free man and admire the larger-than-life-size bronze statue of Mandela.
3
Franschhoek
2 hours
Head to the little French corner found nestled between rolling meadows and centuries-old vineyards that stretch out towards distant towering mountains.
Franschhoek is justifiably world-famous for its superb local cuisine and award-winning wine, yet, still retains a heavy French influence.
Delve deeper into winemaking philosophy with a fun and insightful cellar tour, and taste Pinot Noir and Chardonnay specialty wines. Sample Méthode Cap Classique (MCC) with optional wine pairings.
After working up an appetite you'll be taken to one of the restaurants in Franschhoek to enjoy lunch.
4
Stellenbosch
1 hour
Journey into Stellenbosch a charming historical town surrounded by beautiful landscape views. Finish the wine tour by clinking your glass and taste fine wines paired with biltong (dried meat-jerky) that offers a real South African experience.
End off with a late afternoon drop-off.
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