• Stellenbosch - After being picked up from your accommodation in Cape Town, you will travel along the N2 motorway through the Cape Flats to the picturesque town of Stellenbosch. During the drive, your tour guide will provide commentary on the significant landmarks you pass. Upon arrival in Stellenbosch, you will have the opportunity to explore the charming town on foot. The town features Cape Dutch-style buildings lining the leafy streets, and a 150-year-old water furrow runs along the town’s gentle northeastern slope. The town offers a variety of shops selling art, antiques, jewelry, and carved wood. You might also want to enjoy a coffee and soak in the town’s vibrant atmosphere before heading to your first wine tasting of the day.

• Lanzerac Wine Estate - Following your brief exploration of Stellenbosch, the next stop is Lanzerac Wine Estate for a chocolate and wine tasting experience. Lanzerac, one of the oldest wine estates in Stellenbosch, spans about 200 hectares at the base of the Jonkershoek Mountains. The estate is renowned for its exemplary Cape Dutch architectural buildings. The Manor House, dating back to the 1830s, holds provincial heritage status and, along with the vineyards and wine cellar, embodies the French tradition of combining a country hotel with a wine estate. Lanzerac is where Pinotage was first bottled. Here, you will enjoy a unique tasting of five premium wines paired with artisanal chocolates, designed to highlight the wines’ textures.

• Tokara Wine Estate - From Lanzerac, you will travel through the hilly and winding Hell’s Heights Pass to Tokara. Unlike the historic Lanzerac, Tokara is known for its modern design, views extending to Table Mountain, and an olive grove producing some of the area’s finest olive oils. The wine tasting includes five classic wines, featuring a Rosé and a highly regarded Cabernet Sauvignon nurtured for two decades. Tokara’s rich soils, composed of decomposed granite and weathered sandstone, allow for the cultivation of individual batches that are blended into top-tier wines. The Tokara wine advisor will provide detailed information about each wine as you taste them. If time permits, you might also sample the olive oils or a cheese platter.

• Franschhoek - After your second wine tasting, the journey continues to Franschhoek via the historic town of Pniel. Many French farmers arrived at the Cape in the 1680s and were granted land here to cultivate vineyards, leading to the town’s name, Franschhoek, meaning “French Corner.” Surrounded by mountains and manicured vineyards, Franschhoek beautifully blends nature and human craftsmanship. The Leeu Estate, with its art galleries, hotel, and restaurants, invites visitors to linger. A lunch break here offers the chance to explore the town’s shops, which include art, jewelry, fine leather, clothing, and chocolate stores.

• Franschhoek Wine Tram - Official Site (Franschhoek Terminal) - After lunch and exploring Franschhoek, the tour proceeds to the Franschhoek terminals for the second leg of the wine tasting experience by tram. Your tour guide will provide tram tickets and explain the timetable. The tram typically takes about 8 minutes to travel between farms, and you can hop off at a farm of your choice from the provided list. You can visit up to two farms by tram, with the possibility of a third if time allows.

• Rickety Bridge Winery - Your first potential tram stop is Rickety Bridge, the first female-owned farm in Franschhoek. The tram will drop you at the Rickety Bridge terminals, where a comfortable farm tractor will transport you to the wine tasting area. You are welcome to choose from various wine tasting options or relax at Paulina’s Restaurant with a snack, coffee, or a glass of wine while enjoying the panoramic views of the Franschhoek Valley.

• Franschhoek Cellar - Franschhoek Cellar offers unique wine and cheese or handmade Belgian chocolate pairings. The Belgian chocolates are made locally, as is the wine. A traditional wine-only tasting is also available if preferred. Franschhoek Cellar is the closest to the tram terminals, and if you wish to stretch your legs after a day of wine tasting, you can walk to the terminals to meet your tour guide and group.

• Groot Drakenstein Prison - On the return journey to Cape Town, there is an opportunity to stop at the prison where Nelson Mandela spent the last two years of his 27-year incarceration. A life-size bronze statue of Mandela stands outside the prison gates, symbolizing strength and courage. Your guide will provide a brief history of the prison and Mandela’s release before continuing to Cape Town for your hotel drop-off.

• Qualified tour guide
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Wine tram tickets
• Complimentary bottled water
• Pickup and drop off from Cape Town

• Gratuity (optional)
• Wine tasting fees (Unless if option selected)
• Breakfast
• Lunch

Join our intimate group tour and explore the stunning wine-growing regions of South Africa’s mountains. This tour features the popular Franschhoek tram and includes a visit to the historic town of Stellenbosch, set in a unique environment. Our wine tasting stops have been carefully chosen to offer the perfect blend for those interested in historic architecture, Instagram-worthy photos, and the world’s most discerning wine enthusiasts. Pickup and drop-off will be from your hotel in Cape Town. Remember to bring your cameras, a variety of outfits if you wish, and your keenest taste buds as you embark on a journey of new discoveries and more.

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