Taste 20+ Premium Wines Across 4 Estates
Stellenbosch & Franschhoek Wine Tasting Tour
Small Group Tour
Max 12 guests
Private Tour
Own guide & vehicle
Luxury Custom
Tailored to you
South Africa's Cape Winelands are a living masterpiece — rolling vineyards framed by dramatic mountain ranges, historic Cape Dutch homesteads, and some of the most acclaimed wines on the planet. This full-day small-group tour immerses you in the best of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, with tastings at four carefully selected estates where you'll sample over 20 premium wines including Pinotage, Chenin Blanc, and world-class Bordeaux blends. A wine and cheese pairing elevates the experience, and a ride on the beloved Franschhoek Wine Tram adds a touch of old-world charm as it weaves through vineyards. Your sommelier guide shares the stories behind each cellar and helps you discover your perfect bottle. The day is punctuated by photo stops at Nelson Mandela's release site, the Franschhoek French Huguenot heritage, and some of the most Instagram-worthy vineyard views in Africa.
Tour Highlights
Interactive Route Map
Click markers to see stop details. Route is approximate and may vary.
Your Day, Stop by Stop
A cinematic journey through Cape Town's most iconic landmarks
Hotel Pickup — Cape Town
Collection from your Cape Town accommodation
Stellenbosch — First Estate
Arrive in historic Stellenbosch for your first tasting at a premium wine estate
Stellenbosch — Second Estate & Cheese Pairing
Wine and cheese pairing at a renowned Stellenbosch estate with mountain views
Nelson Mandela Release Site
Brief photo stop at Drakenstein Correctional Centre where Mandela walked free in 1990
Franschhoek Wine Tram
Board the iconic Wine Tram for a scenic ride through Franschhoek vineyards with hop-on tasting
Franschhoek — Third & Fourth Estates
Two final tastings in the French Huguenot capital of South African wine. Optional gourmet lunch.
Return to Cape Town
Relaxed drive back through the Winelands to your hotel
What's Included
Inclusions
- Professional wine-knowledgeable tour guide
- Air-conditioned minibus transport
- Hotel pickup & drop-off in Cape Town
- Wine tastings at 4 estates
- Wine & cheese pairing at one estate
- Franschhoek Wine Tram ticket
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Instant confirmation
Exclusions
- Lunch (optional upgrade available)
- Wine purchases
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
Why Book Direct With Us?
Typical conditions · Plan your visit accordingly
Best Time to Go
The Winelands are warmer than Cape Town. Harvest season (Feb-Apr) is magical with grape-laden vines.
What to Bring
- Sunscreen & sunglasses
- Comfortable shoes
- Camera
- Cash for wine purchases
- Light layer for evening
Insider Tips
- February-April is harvest season — you can see grapes being picked and crushed
- Franschhoek has some of Africa's best restaurants for lunch
- The Wine Tram fills up — we secure your spot in advance
- Ask your guide about ordering wine to be shipped home
Meeting Point
Pickup from your Cape Town hotel or guesthouse