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Stellenbosch: Guided Historical Walking Tour

1. Stellenbosch: Guided Historical Walking Tour

Explore the “village of the oaks" with its shady oak avenues bordered by the water furrows of the Mill Stream. Admire the charm and harmony of the Cape Dutch Architecture and listen to tales about the colorful inhabitants across the four centuries of the town’s existence. Discover where Simon van der Stel, the town’s colonial founder, set up camp on the Eerste River, and where the river got its name. Perhaps you'll meet an angel at the "Angel Factory," or a ghost in the graveyard of the ”Moederkerk.” Amble The Braak, or village green, with its historical buildings surrounding it on 3 sides, and Dorp Street, the oldest residential street in South Africa. Learn about the famous graduates of Stellenbosch University, who include prime ministers and sportsmen alike. Over the course of the 1.5-hour tour, gain local insights into one of South Africa’s most historic towns.

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

2. 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.

Fullday Wine Tour

3. Fullday Wine Tour

Driving Northeast out of Cape Town, we will pass some of the most well known townships in South Africa. The first one Langa, is the oldest one in Cape Town. Compared to other squatter like townships in South Africa. Langa is well developed and has seen its local economy grow from strength to strength over the years. Next we will pass the Cape Town International Airport. Known to be Africa's most award winning and safest Airport. Then we will pass a township called Khayelitsha. In Xhosa it means 'our new home'. Measuring 10 square miles and inhabiting more than half a million people. Vast majority of her inhabitants works in town and is daily dependant on public transport. As we drive off to the Cape Winelands region, we will pass The Cape Town Film Studios. The film industry grew rapidly in the lockdown. This is where The pirate carribean and Black Snails was shooted. Next we continue to the town of Stellenbosch, known to be the second oldest colonial town in the country. Her architecture, water furrows and well over 300 old oka trees guves one a nostalgic feeling of a bygone era. Dorp street for example has the longest row of oldest buildings in the Southern Hemiphere. Then we will pass the University of Stellenbosch. This is one of the Best universities in the country, because its where our winemakers study to become a wine maker. Next you will enjoy your first winetasting at Delaire Graff. Known to be the Jewel of the Cape Winelands. Next you will enjoy your second wine tasting at Tokara. They grow their own olives, and they reckon that it goes good with wine. Here you can do olive and wine tasting. Then we will continue to the town of Franschoek meaning ' French Corner'. This is where the French used to settle in the 1800's when they fleed from prosecution because of their religion. Franschoek is also top for food in the country. This is where we will stop for lunch. Lastly you will do a wine tasting at Eikenhof. A Small winefarm inherited by the fourth generation. This is where you will have the privilege of meeting the farmer himself doing the tasting. On our way back to Cape Town, we will stop at the Drakenstein Prison, where Nelson Mandela spend his last two years in prison.

From Cape Town: Cape Winelands Full-Day Private Tour

4. 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.

Cape Town: Winelands Full-Day Tour

5. Cape Town: Winelands Full-Day Tour

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Cape Town's wine country on a guided tour. Visit the 300-year-old Jordan Wine Estate. Enjoy your first wine tasting stop and explore the historic town of Stellenbosch on foot. Stroll among the Cape Dutch-style buildings and leafy streets. Arrive at your second wine tasting at the Lanzerac Estate, the first farm to produce Pinotage, a South African wine made from the only South African grape variety. After your tasting at Lanzerac, climb the hilly and winding Helshoogte Pass to the Delaire Graff Wine Estate. Take in views of this striking winery sitting among the rugged mountain landscape. Have a lunch break at the winery's restaurant (not included) before journeying to the historic one-street town of Franschhoek. Enjoy its scenery of manicured vineyards surrounded by mountains. Take in a final wine tasting at Richard Branson's Mont Rochelle Estate. Choose from a variety of reds and whites on offer.

Stellenbosch Winelands Scooter Excursion: Middelvlei

6. Stellenbosch Winelands Scooter Excursion: Middelvlei

Experience and explore the winelands like never before. Free wheel on a mountain scooter through the vineyards and enjoy panoramic views of the winelands. See the towering Drakenstein Mountains or check out the Table Mountain on a clear day. Included on your excursion is 2 free wheel runs down hills on the wine farm. Be escorted with a open 4×4 game drive vehicle to each run.  Your excursion ends at Middelvlei Winery where a cooldrink is waiting for children. Adults are treated to a glass of Middelvlei Wine.

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What people are saying about Cape Winelands

I live in Hermanus 50 minutes drive to Stellingboush. So I passed through it often without taking time out to know about the university town. We took a waking tour and we were totally taken aback about the town and its history. The guide was excellent and we have been back to visit And we have friends/visitors take a walking tour and they really appreciate the second city of the Western Cape

It was amazing to learn more about Stellenbosch, the history the founder and the stories behind all the beautiful buildings and places In the town. The host was super lovely and I would recommend it to everyone who has some time in Stellenbosch to do this tour.

Really informative and knowledgeable guide. Excellent historical and political perspective and very enjoyable tour

A great informative tour. Our guide Julianna was really knowledgeable and kept it interesting. Would recommend.

The tour was excellent and informative, easy walk. Highly recommend.