Cape Winelands Experience – Full Day

HIGHLIGHTS :

• Expand your palate and enjoy three wine tastings at the most prestigious, award-winning wine farms of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl surroundings. 
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• Enjoy a brief ride on the vintage-style Franschhoek Tram, passing through breath-taking views and vineyards - one of the best ways to explore the true beauty of Franschhoek
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• Enjoy wine tasting, cheese tasting and cellar tours all while gaining knowledge about some of the most unique wines in the world.
  

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Itinerary: 

Stellenbosch

Begin your morning with a scenic drive to Stellenbosch, just 20 minutes from Cape Town, where rolling vineyards, historic Cape Dutch architecture, and oak-lined streets create a landscape unlike the Cape Peninsula. Enjoy a guided orientation through South Africa's second-oldest town, passing charming cafés, boutique shops, and the renowned Stellenbosch University while learning about the town's rich history and winemaking heritage. Discover the grape varieties that thrive in the region, including Chenin Blanc, Shiraz, and South Africa's signature Pinotage, as well as the locally developed Méthode Cap Classique, renowned for producing world-class sparkling wines. You'll also have the opportunity to visit a wine estate for a cellar tour and tasting, with time to purchase your favourite wines to enjoy back home.
‌(1h45)

Franschhoek

We then head to Franschhoek - a wine-lover's dream destination - also known as "the French corner", an old Huguenot village. With its numerous streets and estates with French names, the town will make you feel completely bewildered, feeling like you were in France in another era. You will be completely enchanted by the town's charm and its peaceful environment. You will get the chance to taste the region's delicacies, cheeses and its best wines. Since the 1^st of October, we are very proud to take you on an unique ride on the Franschhoek Tram, journeying through beautiful vineyards, breath-taking scenery and award-winning wine farms. Bonus - our guides are fluent in English, German and French!
(2h)

Drakenstein Prison

Drakenstein, also known as Victor Verster Prison, is located between Franschhoek and Paarl. The prison is famous for being the one where Nelson Mandela spent the last fourteen months of his imprisonment for campaigning against Apartheid, there after leaving a free man in February 1990. Here you will get to see a recently unveiled, larger than life-size statue of Nelson Mandela raising his fist, not in anger, but as a well-known gesture of defiance, usually accompanied by the freedom slogan - 'Amandla awethu' in isiZulu or 'power to the people' in English.

Paarl

The tour continues with a scenic drive on the outskirts of Paarl, offering beautiful views of the iconic Paarl Mountain and its surroundings. Your guide will tell you about the town's rich history, such as its early settlement by the Dutch in the 17th century. Paarl is known for being one of the oldest towns in South Africa and is famous for its wine estates and beautiful landscapes. The name "Paarl" means "pearl" in Dutch, inspired by the massive granite rock formations that shine like pearls in the sun. You might also hear about the role of Paarl during the Apartheid era, including its significance in the resistance movements. The scenic drive allows for a photo opportunity at Victor Verster Prison Photo Stop.‌
‌(1h)

‌* Wine farm locations may differ depending on the day of the week or the time of the year.

- This a full day tour of the Winelands and you will be picked up and dropped off from your hotel. 

‌Pick-up and drop-off services are available at your accommodation within a 15 km radius of the City Centre and nearby surrounding areas.
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Included:

• Cellar tour
• Three wine tastings & one cheese tasting
• Wine Tram Ride 
• ‌Lunch 
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Not included:

• Gratuities 
• Optional visits

GENERAL INFORMATION & CONDITION OF SALES

• In case of non-presentation on the tours, full cancellation fees will apply.
• For day tours, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour and receive a full refund.
• General information and conditions of carriage prices, routes, places of interest, destinations, hotels and restaurants are subject to availability and to change
• Tour departure and arrival are approximate
• German, French, Spanish as well as other foreign language guides are available on request
• All our vehicles are insured substantially for passenger liability
• All tours are subject to minimum number of passengers
• Luggage and personal possessions are carried at your own risk
• Please ensure that valuables and travel documents are kept safe at all times
• Cash payments are to be made in South Africa Rand unless alternative arrangements have been made
• Full payment is to be made directly to the guide on commencement of the tour, unless otherwise arranged
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  ‌Extended/Multi - day tours: 
  
• A 20% deposit is required upon booking (unless otherwise stated).
• Cancellation fees (unless otherwise stated on confirmation).
  
• 60 to 31 days: 25%
• 30 to 15 days: 50%
• 14 to 2 days: 75%
• 2 days: 100%
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  ‌Tour-specific conditions: 
  ‌Certain tours may be subject to additional booking requirements, such as full prepayment or the submission of a passport copy prior to the service date. For example, Robben Island bookings require full prepayment and a passport copy at least two weeks prior to the service date. Please refer to the respective product page for full details and specific requirements.