Full-Day Cape Winelands Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Stellenbosch's historic vineyards
- Enjoy wine tasting at top wineries
- Savor gourmet lunch at a renowned vineyard
- Discover Paarl's scenic beauty
- Learn about wine-making traditions
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of top wineries
- Wine tasting sessions
- Lunch at a renowned vineyard
- Transportation to and from the tour starting point
Itinerary
We leave Cape town and drive to Stellenbosch, between 30-40 minutes’ drive. Your guide takes you on a tour of the historic town which is also home to one of the most prominent universities in Africa. Stellenbosch is renowned for its beautiful scenery and stately heritage buildings. We stop at a premier wine estate and enjoy a short cellar tour and time sampling the finest wines in their collection paired with local cheese. You can purchase your favourite vintage from the wine farm.
Our next stop is Franschhoek (meaning French corner). It’s an old Huguenot village and a world-renowned culinary destination for food and wine lovers. After a short tour of the charming town, we jump onto the Franschhoek Wine Tram. The open-air double-decker tram takes visitors on a variety of routes. You can hop-on and hop-off the wine tram to visit the oldest and most distinguished wine estates in the valley. The tram guide tells you more about the history of the French town and its tropical fruit and wine-growing industry. You’ll sample a selection of some of the finest wines produced in the valley and can grab a bite to eat and drink at one of the stops (not included in the rate).
En route to Paarl, we take a quick detour to Drakenstein Prison (formerly known as Victor Verster Prison). This is where the great Nelson Mandela spent the last 14 months of his 27-year prison sentence. Mandela famously walked out of Drakenstein Prison a free man on the 11 February 1990. A life-size statue of Mandela has been erected at the prison. In Paarl, you’re taken on a short tour of the picturesque town before we make our way to the famous Spice Route. This popular spot is an all-in-one culinary destination. Spice Route is located on a beautiful wine farm and offers visitors a selection of wine merchants, excellent coffee shops, restaurants and delis, a craft beer brewery, shops, and a children’s play area. You can sample the valley’s finest wines or, for a change, the best craft beer in the Cape. Shop for souvenirs or take a leisurely stroll around the gardens. We leave Paarl late afternoon with full tummies and a real taste of the splendors of the Cape Winelands.
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm the tour's availability and book in advance to secure your spot.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for the day's conditions.
- Inform the tour operator of any dietary restrictions or preferences ahead of time.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and vineyard tours.
- Bring a valid ID for age verification during wine tastings.
- Ensure you have a camera to capture the scenic landscapes and memorable moments.
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Traveler reviews
Awesome tour
Awesome experience with a highly recommended guide. South africa is a awesome place with good wines especially Lanzerac cellar tour
Half day wine tour
Our trip was half day, 2 vineyards. Our guide was Jimmy who was very friendly, punctual & kept the day rolling along. The vehicle was very comfortable. First vineyard was Marianne in Stellenbosch area which was 6 wines & biltong. The views were magnificent, wine great & the staff very good. Then to Stellenbosch for a 30min walk around town. Then onto the Mandela Prison House museum for photo opportunity. A drive through Franschhoek to see the quaint town. Finally was the large Fairview winery in Paarl - a large commercial winery & cheesery which again had great wines & knowledgeable staff. The day was 8.30 to 2.30ish. Great day & recommended.
Cape Twonn?
This was a great experience. I would definitely recommend this tour, the winery was great and the pu*5jij5j**jjeople were very professional and commodating.
Great experience. Still recommend
Overall it was good. The tour guide and driver was fantastic, Abdoul. However our day was rushed since the operator moved our Robben Island tour to the same day as the full day wine tour. In essence the wine tour was cut short. That was the only negative.
Great day at the Winelands
Wonderful experience! We did the Winelands tour as part of our honeymoon and they were stunning, totally worth it! Danny Mushagalusa is a great guide and we had the best time ever with him, he did his best to please us, adapted the wine tastings according to our likeness and was always taking good care of us! We are happy we organized our tour with Mo Africa and would gladly repeat the whole experience!