Winelands Explore Full Day Tour: Franschhoek, Paarl, Stellenbosch

4.9

based on 102 reviews

| Cape Town, South Africa

Reviews Summary

Guests consistently praise the tours as fabulous, amazing, and excellent, often highlighting them as a highlight of their South Africa trip. The experiences are described as a "bucket list tick box" and "a must-do."

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Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

8 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

Flexible private tour. Inform us after booking of your special requests.
Franschhoek - Plaisir Wine & Confectionery Pairing
Local English-speaking guide + Transport
Drop-off after tour to your original pickup location
Stellenbosch - Muratie Wine Tasting
Hotel pickup & drop-off within 5km in Cape Town central or Stellenbosch
Paarl - Fairview Farmer's Cheese & Wine Tasting

Food and drinks, unless specified
Personal travel insurance

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Wheelchair accessible
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Customers who have not reached South Africa’s legal drinking age of 18 will not be served alcohol.
Please note: Wine tasting or pairings are not included for children under the legal drinking age of 18 years. Extra meals or drinks are under the adult’s responsibility and is not included in price.
This private tour will run exclusively run for you. The itinerary is flexible and can be tailored to spend more time at the tour’s highlights that interest you the most or swop for alternative options. Do contact us during of after the booking process to let us know if you would prefer any changes of the tour and we can suggest an updated itinerary, and cost estimate if there are any additional changes.
The exact itinerary is subject to change and may, on occasion, run in a different order.
Personal and comprehensive travel insurance is recommended and not included in this tour.
If some wines, farm or wine pairing options are unavailable during certain times of the week or season, we reserve the right to offer a similar type or value alternative.
*Muratie's chocolate wine pairing experience will be discontinued by April 2024, and will be replaced with a similar value of wine tasting experience.

Oenophiles and nature lovers alike are in for a treat on this private exploration of the Cape Winelands. Not only do you visit three esteemed wine farms for fine wine tastings and phenomenal pairing in the Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek regions; the extraordinary scenery along the way will transport you...

Duration 8 Hours
Private Tour

1
Fairview Wine and Cheese
Leave Cape Town behind and head off by luxury minivan to the Stellenbosch wine region – famous for its Mediterranean climate and fertile soils that help to produce millions of litres of wine each year.

With your expert guide, hop back in your minivan and continue your journey northwest to...
- Duration 1 Hour and 30 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
2
Plaisir de Merle
On the journey towards the quaint town of Franschhoek, stopover at Plaisir de Merle, nestled at the foot of Simonsberg Mountain. Founded by Charles Marais in 1693, the estate's history is steeped in winemaking tradition and French heritage. The manicured lawns, ancient oak trees, and panoramic vistas create a picturesque...
- Duration 1 Hour•
- No Admission Ticket Required

Franschhoek

Lunch takes place in the gourmet capital of South Africa – Franschhoek – roughly 5 miles (8 km) away. Your private guide will point out the best sidewalk cafes and restaurants, and then leave you to enjoy lunch at your own expense.

South Africa’s epicurean capital; Franschhoek, with its multitude...

Duration 1 Hour•
No Admission Ticket Required

Muratie

Your last stop of the day is a small Stellenbosch wine estate called Muratie, much loved by locals, with bags of charm. Its traditional cellars are typified by ramshackle walls and worn paintings -- adding to its rustic charm. Sample the estate’s fortified sweet port-style wine and locally produced chocolate...

Duration 1 Hour•
Admission Ticket Included

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This is a private tour running exclusively for you or your group. Do contact us during of after the booking process to let us know if you would prefer any changes to the tour and we can suggest an updated itinerary and cost estimate if there are any additional charges.