Wine tasting private tour from Cape Town

Wine tasting private tour from Cape Town

9 hours

Easy

Enjoy a Private Tour of the Cape Winelands visiting 4 beautiful wine estates in the picturesque Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl area. The tour includes a stop at the Huguenot Museum in Franschhoek for some historical information as well time for lunch
  •  Enjoy a full day private tour of the Cape Winelands visiting various farms in the Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl area.
  • In Stellenbosch we will drive through the town en route to Tokara Wine Estate . Est in 1722, Tokara sits on the southern slopes of the Simonsberg mountain overlooking breathtaking views. Here you will have your first wine tasting. At TOKARA they focus on two of the greatest grape varieties in the world, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon blanc. At the tasting you will have a choice of 4 options; Seasonal collection, Premium Collection, Reserve Collection or Directors Reserve.
  • Your next stop will be Delaire Graff luxury wine estate, A luxury Winelands experience considered a world-leading destination for wine, art and hospitality in an unrivalled setting. Designed with the discerning global traveller in mind, enjoy the breath-taking views of the Stellenbosch Valley whilst enjoying a “Tutored Wine Experience”. Experience a selection of our wine by the glass (50ml per tasting) whilst our knowledgeable wine tutors guide you through each wine. Available options are 3, 4 and 5 wines per tasting.
  • Next is the beautiful little town of Franschhoek (French Corner) where we will stop for lunch at one of the many restaurants on offer. After lunch a short visit to the Huguenot Museum for a cultural and historical tour of the French Protestant who migrated here in the late 1680s.(As this is a private tour you can decide if you want to go in or not.)
  • From there we move onto Mont Rochelle , where they cultivate and nurture various grape varieties including Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, that are used for blending purposes to add complexity. At Mont Rochelle you will be able to have lunch at either of their restaurants. (Lunch is at own expense) As this is a private tour you can decide when and where you would prefer to eat.
  • Our last stop is Fairview for a cheese and wine tasting. Their world-renowned tasting roomconsists of 4 unique, barrel-shaped ‘pods’ that facilitate a welcoming and more social tasting.  Fairview offers a tasting selection of 6 different wines with dedicated hosts to guide and assist.
  • After Fairview you will be taken back to your hotel in Cape Town
What's included?
  • Entry or admission fee

 What you can expect to be included in your tour

  • Wine tasting at four quality wineries.
  • Pick-up and drop-off services from locations in and around Cape Town City Bowl
  • Qualified Tour Guide
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions
  • Food & drinks

 The items below are not included in your tour price.

  • Lunch (Franschhoek main road or Mont Rochelle Winery)
  • Extra Wine or alcohol.
Please note
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats available

Pick-up and Drop-off services:

Pickup & drop off service available with in a 5km radius of Cape Town CBD and city bowl.

Please supply accommodation address to arrange pick up if possible.

Alternative meeting point:

Alternative meeting point is outside the shop at the Engen Oranje Service Centre; 27 Annandale St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001

Let us know before the tour which you would prefer.

Departure time: 09:00 AM
Return time:  06:00 PM
What to wear: Comfortable clothing, Walking Shoes, Hat, Sunscreen & Jacket / Sweater as the weather changes quickly. (4 seasons in 1 day)
Starting location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
All ages welcome

Prices vary by group size and are priced per person, per your booking for your group

What to bring

      What to wear: Comfortable clothing, Walking Shoes, Hat, Sunscreen & Jacket / Sweater as the weather changes quickly. (4 seasons in 1 day) 

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