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Cape Winelands Bus & minivan tours

Our most recommended Cape Winelands Bus & minivan tours

From Cape Town: Franschhoek Wine Tram Hop-on Hop-off

1. From Cape Town: Franschhoek Wine Tram Hop-on Hop-off

Uncover the lush beauty of the Franschhoek Valley on a hop-on hop-off tram and bus tour. Travel by air-conditioned bus from Cape Town and hop aboard the tram which stops at wine estates. Savor a range of wines while you take in the views from the tram. 8:30 AM - Navy and Burgundy Line: After the guides stop at the last pickup point, you will depart Cape Town at 8:30 AM and head to the Franschhoek Valley. Arrive at the Groot Drakenstein station in the Franschhoek Valley by motor coach and board your choice of tram line (clockwise and counterclockwise) stopping at Zorgvliet, Vrede and Lust, Sols Delta, Plaisir de Merle, Camberley, Le Pommier, Boschendal, or Allee Bleue. 9 AM - Pink and Grey Line (from December 26th - January 2nd): After the guides stop at the last pickup point at 9 AM, depart Cape Town for Franschhoek Valley. Arrive at the Franschhoek Terminal by motor coach and board your choice of tram line (clockwise and counterclockwise) stopping at Chamonix, Dieu Donne, Franschhoek Cellar, Grande Provence, Haute Cabriere, Klein Goederust, Leopard's Leap, and Rickety Bridge. The circular routes stop at any of the 8 wine estates with the tram or tram bus passing every 60 minutes. Hop-on-hop-off at your preferred wine estates. Wine-tasting fees are excluded and payable on the day. Each of the lines has a wide selection of wine estates to visit, from boutique to marquee estates, and offers a unique perspective on the Franschhoek wine experience. At 4:45 PM, head back to the bus for your return to Cape Town.

From Stellenbosch: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour Southern Route

2. From Stellenbosch: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour Southern Route

Discover well-known large estates such as Spier Wine Farm which has over 300 years of history dating back to 1692. Explore smaller, privately-owned Haskell Vineyards which is the residence of many of the most famous names in South African wines. For a change of pace, visit the Van Ryn’s Brandy Distillery. Housed in a preserved chateau-like complex on the banks of the Eerste River, it is the only local producer of brandy in the region. Learn about the origins of Van Ryn’s dating back to 1845. Situated high on the slopes of the Helderberg mountain, explore Alto Estate, world-renowned for its handcrafted red wines since 1922. Get a fantastic panoramic view of the region from Kleine Zalze Lodge, which is located alongside the first fairway of De Zalze Winelands Golf Estate. Along with the awe-inspiring manor house, Neethlingshof estate is steeped in history which dates back to 1705 and is distinguished by its beautiful avenue of stone pines.  With this pass, take your time at each location, and craft an itinerary suited to your interests and schedule.

Stellenbosch: Eastern Route Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour

3. Stellenbosch: Eastern Route Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour

Join in with a unique hop-on hop-off wine tour departing from Stellenbosch with stops at up to 5 different wine estates in the region. Start with a pickup from your accommodation and decide which of the farms you want to visit and how long you want to stay. Experience great wine tastings, fantastic scenery, and a lovely relaxed setting that makes this a must for wine lovers. The Eastern Route tour stops at the Zorgvliet, Boschendal, Camberly, Neil Ellis, and Lanzerac estates and you can decide if you want to go to all 5 estates or just visit a few and stay longer at certain farms. The route also offers some great restaurants at Lanzerac, Zorgvliet, and Boschendal.

Stellenbosch: Hop-On Hop-Off Northern Route Wine Tour

4. Stellenbosch: Hop-On Hop-Off Northern Route Wine Tour

On this unique hop-on hop-off wine tour in Stellenbosch, visit up to 6 different wine estates where you can enjoy specialized tastings of fine wines. With this ticket, you can explore these farms at your own pace, deciding when to start, where to go, and how long to stay. Enjoy spectacular views along the route of the winelands, where you can see all the way to Table Mountain in the distance and enjoy the splendor of the Western Cape.   This northern route also offers some great restaurants at Beyerskloop, Simonsig, Warwick, and Delheim. Taste some of the finest wines that can be found in the region, a perfect addition to your trip to Stellenbosch.

From Cape Town: Hop-on Hop-off Franschhoek Wine Tram

5. From Cape Town: Hop-on Hop-off Franschhoek Wine Tram

Spend a day exploring the food and wine capital of South Africa, Franschhoek Valley. Enjoy a convenient pickup from your accommodation in Cape Town and head to the Franschhoek Wine Tram Station. Choose from a selection of routes, each one visiting a variety of wine estates and showcasing a different part of the picturesque Franschhoek Valley. Curate your own wine-country adventure using the convenient hop-on hop-off system. Take a cellar tour, sample local wines, or enjoy a gourmet lunch, you get to choose how long you spend at each spot. Choose from the following lines: Purple/Orange Lines: (Sat) • Solms-Delta • Allee Bleue • Boschendal • Plaisir de Merle • Vrede en Lust • Noble Hill • Babylonstoren • Backsberg Green/Blue Line: (Sun, Mon, Sat) • Grande Provence • Rickety Bridge • Franschhoek Cellar • Pigcasso • Maison • Mont Rochelle • La Bri • Holden Manz Red/Yellow Line: (Wed, Fri, Sat) • Le Lude • Maison • Eikehof • Lynx • Paserene • Grande Provence • Rickety Bridge • Franschhoek Cellar Grey/Pink Line: (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat) • Haute Cabriere • Holden Manz • Grande Provence • Rickety Bridge • Leopards Leap • Chamonix • Dieu Donne After your day in Franschhoek, meet your driver back at the tram station and head back to your accommodation in Cape Town.

From Cape Town: Cape Winelands Full-Day Private Tour

6. From Cape Town: Cape Winelands Full-Day Private Tour

Depart Cape Town and travel by luxury Mercedes Benz C-Class or Hyundai H1 towards the wine estates of Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhoek in the Cape Winelands. Travel along the N2 highway to the wine estate of DeMorgenzon, where you will stop for your first tasting at an award-winning winery and producer of one of the best Chenin Blanc wines in the region. (Wine tasting fees not included) Next, stop in Stellenbosch for an orientation tour of the town. Continue to the Marianne Wine Estate in Paarl and sample some biltong (dried meat) during a wine tasting at a winery that believes it enhances the flavors of their red wine. (Wine tasting fees not included) Travel to Fairview Wine and Cheese for a cheese and wine tasting and the chance to purchase your favorite cheese and condiments as well as wines from a choice of 3 labels. (Wine tasting fees not included) Make your way to the food and wine capital of Franschhoek, stopping at Drakenstein Prison to see the monument to Nelson Mandela along the way. Upon arrival in Franschhoek, visit the French Huguenot monument en route to the wine estate of Haute Cabrière. Taste their version of champagne, known as "MCC" ("Methode Cap Classique"). End your wine tasting tour at the Delaire Graff wine estate in the "jewel" of the Cape Winelands. (Wine tasting fees not included) Enjoy lunch (at your own expense) at one of the recommended restaurants, such as those at the Delaire Graff or La Petite Ferme wines estates or any of the many eateries in Franschhoek suitable for a light lunch. Return to your accommodation at the end of the day, or get dropped off at a restaurant in time for dinner.

From Cape Town: Stellenbosch Red Wineries with Tastings

7. From Cape Town: Stellenbosch Red Wineries with Tastings

Incredible scenery and world-class wines are what Oldenburg Wine Estate is known for. Arguably the most beautiful vineyard in the Stellenbosch wine country. Taste their carefully crafted top-of-the-range wines. Rust en Vrede Estate an Iconic red wine producer since 1978. Taste their exclusive single vineyard offering of 4 single vineyard varietals Lunch at Guardian Peak Wine Estate with expansive views over the wine country (for your own account) Spectacular views from the veranda over the Atlantic Ocean at De Toren Wine Estate Recognised throughout the world for their handcrafted Bordeaux-style wines

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What people are saying about Cape Winelands

Fantastic staff, everything ran like clockwork. Drop off and collection times were exact and everything ran on time. Vineyards were stunning and food and tastings were amazing and at a good price. Only disappointment was that the tram itself was out of service so it was buses only but still enjoyed it.

Everything was perfekt. Leon (our guide) is a great guy, we had lots of fun during the transfer. Make sure you plan enough time for the wineries, 1 hr is not much time with the transfers and the wine tastings

This was a great way to enjoy wine tasting and beautiful views. Our driver was very hospitable and knowledgeable. And funnily enough we ended up meeting fun people on the bus who we spent the day with!

Very nice tour. Pick-up location was central, good explanation, seen many vineyards.

Military organization Nice visits Very different wines Excellent day