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A day in Franschhoek: Recommended tours & tickets

  • Cape Town

Join our small group tour and discover the Mountainous, best wine growing regions of South Africa. This tour combines the ever-popular Franschhoek tram and also allowing a visit to the historic town of Stellenbosch in a unique setting. We have selected our winetasting stops carefully to allow for a perfect balance between those on a quest for historic architecture and Instagramic photo seekers to the most critical wine connoisseurs of the world. Pickup will be from your hotel in Cape town and so will the drop off. Please bring along, your empty cameras, different outfits if you like and strongest tastebuds as you are about to go on a journey of new discoveries and more.

Price ZAR 1,200

Min age 0

Rating 5 / 5 [40 ratings]

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  • Cape Town

This tour is designed to introduce guests to three of South Africa's finest and most famous wine-producing regions. Tours and Tastings are conducted by specialist wine tour guides, to give in-depth insight and information about the wines tasted and the region. There is also a very interesting cellar tour at a winery that uses techniques used up to 8000 years ago to produce their wines. It is a tour that can be enjoyed by anyone who enjoys wine, no matter their wine knowledge.

Price ZAR 3,050

Min age 18

Rating 5 / 5 [30 ratings]

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  • Cape Town

Private Tour- once a booking is instantly confirmed, clients will be the only tourists in the vehicle for the day. Tour for 2 pax, couples or small groups with maximum 7 pax. Taste at least 15 premier wines on vineyards of choice or guide will tailor-make a tour to accommodate your wine palates- utmost flexibility (Minimal tasting fee for own account). Vineyards have different tasting options, from the everyday drinking wine to most superior wines-even cheese & wine pairing possible. Experience city tours in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Lunch arrangement on a vineyard with spectacular views over one of the many stunning valleys (own account). An excellent opportunity for none- tasters to do sight-seeing in the Winelands. Should you wish to do more sight-seeing, your guide will tailor-make the circular tour on the spot and visit more vineyards for its scenic beauty and include drives via mountains and valleys. Opportunity to buy and ship wine. Credit Cards welcome. .

Price ZAR 2,242

Min age 18

Rating 4.98 / 5 [69 ratings]

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  • Cape Town

For wine lovers who want to get insider knowledge of the South African wine industry or just enjoy the amazing Cape Winelands. This is a private day tour with a specialist wine guide that you can design by choosing four wine estates in the Stellenbosch/Franschhoek/Paarl area for wine tastings, or we provide a customised itinerary to you.

Price ZAR 3,599

Min age 18

Rating 4.96 / 5 [657 ratings]

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  • Cape Town

Enjoy a full day of wine tasting in the Cape Winelands regions and experience Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhoek wine estates. Stellenbosch is home to more than 200 award-winning wine estates whilst Franschhoek is known as the Food and Wine Capital of South Africa. Together, these two scenic wine regions create a unique private wine tour for a lifetime of memories. This private tour is fully customizable. You can choose your own list of 4 wine estates to visit or you can follow our carefully selected itinerary.

Price ZAR 2,300

Min age 2

Rating 4.96 / 5 [28 ratings]

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  • Cape Town

Clients decide on pickup time at their hotel for this 5 hour tour. Experience the superb wines of Stellenbosch, the biggest wine region of South Africa. Visit the number of vineyards you can fit in. City drive of Stellenbosch town included. Known for its exceptional scenic beauty, award-winning wines, picturesque settings and excellent food at restaurants on many wine estates. Tour for minimum 2 pax, couples, maximum 7 or small private groups. Once booking is secured clients will be the only passengers in the vehicle. Panoramic routes with time to take pictures of the mountains, passes and valleys. An excellent opportunity for none- tasters to do sight-seeing in the Winelands. Credit cards accepted.

Price ZAR 2,030

Min age 18

Rating 4.93 / 5 [16 ratings]

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  • Stellenbosch

This full Day Private Tour for individual travelers, couples or friends Utmost flexibility as you can choose vineyards recommended by sommeliers or friends as well. City tours in one or two main towns (also a Stellenbosch University drive) Sample about 16 different wines of 3 vineyards. We will accommodate your personal palate.On request we will arrange lunch on a vineyard with spectacular views over one of the many beautiful valleys. Should you wish to do pairing with chocolate, cheese or biltong it can be arranged. . An excellent opportunity for none- tasters to do sight-seeing in the Winelands. Should you wish to do more sight-seeing, your guide will tailor-make the circular tour on the spot and visit more vineyards for its scenic beauty and include drives via mountains and valleys.

Price ZAR 2,200

Min age 18

Rating 4.93 / 5 [16 ratings]

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  • Cape Town

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 back to yesteryear to reminisce among white gabled buildings and impressive manor houses flanked by soaring mountain ranges. Firstly you'll visit the cheese haven of Fairview for a master tasting of their wine with local produce. Continue to Franschhoek with a stop at Plaisir wine estate for an insight into farm-to-fork organic farming and tastes of their best wines. Visit the self-proclaimed culinary capital of South Africa, Franschhoek for a lunch stop and end your meander along the Winelands with wine tasting at the heritage-rich Muratie vineyard estate before heading back to Cape Town in late afternoon.

Price ZAR 4,300

Min age 0

Rating 4.92 / 5 [102 ratings]

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  • Cape Town

Be swept away by the tastes and sights of the Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhoek wine region. Sample local wines and also paired with artisanal cheeses or seasonal produce. Indulge with Fairview's Farmer Tasting as you sample a selection of fine wines paired to perfection with a spread of cheeses. Continue on to the quaint town of Franschhoek to uncover the beauty of this region aboard a vintage style railway tram while sipping on a glass of world-renowned vino from the surrounding vineyards. Hop on the Franschhoek Wine Tram for a short one-way journey through the rolling vineyards of the valley to reach Rickety Bridge winery for a standard wine tasting of 4 of their wines. On the way back to Cape Town you'll stop at one of South Africa’s oldest wine farms, Muratie Winery near Stellenbosch. Taste their port-style wines to end the day with this sweet tasting experience before a lazy late afternoon drive back towards Cape Town.

Price ZAR 3,300

Min age 8

Rating 4.88 / 5 [59 ratings]

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  • Cape Town

Spend an enriching day discovering the Cape's top wine regions of Paarl, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch with a knowledgeable local guide. This 3 regions Cape Winelands tour offers a comprehensive wine experience and includes: - explore Stellenbosch - indulge in a savoury wine pairing along with an informative cellar tour in Stellenbosch. - savour a diverse wine tasting in the stunning Franschhoek Valley, - enjoy a sweet wine pairing in Paarl, Whether you're a visitor or a local, this tour is a must-do for wine enthusiasts seeking to experience the best of South Africa's renowned wine regions.

Price ZAR 750

Min age 0

Rating 4.87 / 5 [2382 ratings]

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  • Franschhoek

There has never been a better way to experience the winelands than a bicycle and now electric bicycles make it even more enjoyable and accessible to the whole family. You have the advantage of soaking up the scenery and surroundings at your own pace while not spending much energy as your e-bike assists you in pedaling.  The bikes are fitted with leather seats and saddle bags for your wine shopping.

Price ZAR 1,200

Min age 3

Rating 4.78 / 5 [19 ratings]

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  • Cape Town

Discover the true essence of the Franschhoek Valley – picturesque vineyards, breathtaking scenery, warm hospitality and fine wines. Experience a unique and leisurely journey through the rolling vineyards of South African wine country on the Franschhoek Wine Tram. You will travel in an open-side tram and open-air tram-bus stopping in at some of South Africa’s oldest and most distinguished wine estates. Enjoy two wine tastings, and feel free to purchase any other food and beverages you like. Your storytelling guide will also take you on a tour through Franschhoek village, sharing with you the fascinating history of the French Huguenots. You then visit Babylonstoren, a historic Cape Dutch farm dating back to 1692, boasting one of the best preserved farmyards in the Cape. Babylonstoren showcases vast, incredible gardens of great botanical diversity, as well as fruit and vegetable gardens, an intriguing labyrinth, and more.

Price ZAR 1,850

Min age 2

Rating 4.77 / 5 [22 ratings]

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  • Cape Town

The Franschhoek Wine Tram hop-on hop-off tour is one of the best ways to discover the true essence of this picturesque valley, its rolling vineyards, breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, world-class cuisine, fine wines and a 300-year history. This tour includes a return transfer from Cape Town in a luxury air-conditioned motor coach and a full day riding the tram and tram buses around the wine estates.

Price ZAR 750

Min age 0

Rating 4.62 / 5 [459 ratings]

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  • Cape Town

Experience the unmistakable beauty of the Cape Winelands on an all-inclusive shared full-day wine-tasting tour with lunch and sample some of the best wines in South Africa. Stop at heritage monuments as you travel in a shared minibus with live commentary from your tour guide. Follow the ever-popular wine route to Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. This tour includes wine-tasting fees and lunch.

Price ZAR 1,700

Min age 2

Rating 4.57 / 5 [247 ratings]

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  • Cape Town

Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a lover of natural beauty you'll be swept away on this wine tour to the famous Stellenbosch, Paarl Valley and Franschhoek wineries. Combining historic villages, stunning scenery and fabulous wines, this day trip will have your senses working overtime!

Price ZAR 1,770

Min age 2

Rating 4.46 / 5 [114 ratings]

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  • Cape Town

Take a scenic and informative journey through the Cape Winelands with a professional guide. You'll learn about the winemaking process, from the vineyard to the bottle and visit the historical towns of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl. Take a ride on the wine tram in Franschhoek between the wine estates and taste local wines. You will be able to purchase some if you like

Price ZAR 1,760

Min age 2

Rating 4.19 / 5 [96 ratings]

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