Cape wine regions

ABOUT THIS TRIP

The wine regions of the Western Cape are not only interesting for connoisseurs. The region also has a lot to offer in terms of scenery and is also suitable for great hikes. But of course, good wine and good food are the main focus. Discover the historical and culinary highlights of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek as well as some very special boutique wineries on privately guided wine and bus excursions.

This module is in English and can be started daily. Individual changes such as the number of overnight stays, alternative accommodation or additional activities are possible. The tour can be started from/to Cape Town or Johannesburg for an additional charge. This tour can also be combined with other of our modules by adding domestic flights or land transfers. We will be happy to provide you with a personalized offer.

OVERNIGHT STATIONS

• 2x Stellenbosch
• 2x Franschhoek

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

• 4x overnight stay in the Superior category ****
• 4x breakfast
• private transfers according to program
• private wine tour Stellenbosch
• private gourmet city tour Stellenbosch
• private wine tour Franschhoek
• Travel documents according to the booked tour itinerary
• Local offices with 24-hour hotline (German/English)
• Travel insurance certificate

NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

• Meals not mentioned
• not mentioned or optional activities
• Flight performance
• Entrance fees and conservation fees not mentioned
• other personal expenses, tips
• personal travel insurance
• Continuous tour guide

DAY 1: CAPE TOWN

ONEWAY TRANSFER TO STELLENBOSCH

In the case of a transfer from your accommodation, you will be picked up at the entrance of your guesthouse, lodge or hotel at the agreed time. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation or at the airport.

For transfers from the airport, you will be met personally in the arrivals hall. Please look out for a person carrying a sign with your name on it. If an explicit pick-up point or meeting point is mentioned in your tour book, please go there. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation.

This private transfer is operated by a qualified English-speaking driver. The vehicle is air-conditioned and corresponds to your private group size, there are no other passengers. The transfer company has all the necessary licenses and insurance for its vehicles and drivers to guarantee legal passenger transportation (no Uber or similar). For long-distance transfers, toilet and catering stops are made as required (catering not included in the price).

DAY 1 TO DAY 3:

POSITION BOSCH

Stellenbosch is the heart of South African wine production. Countless wine estates are lined up next to each other, and you can get to know South Africa's fine wines at one or two wine tastings. The scenically impressive mountain ranges offer unique hiking opportunities. The second oldest city in the country has a beautiful historic city center with many listed buildings in the Cape Dutch architectural style. Cafés, restaurants and boutiques invite you to stroll and linger. Thanks to the local university, Stellenbosch is a very lively and young city, despite its historical background.

You will spend the night at Wedgeview Country House in the middle of the Stellenbosch vineyards. Countless wine estates are right on the doorstep. The old town of Stellenbosch can be reached in around ten minutes by car. The spacious grounds consist of several buildings, a large garden and two pools, one of which is solar-heated. The accommodation also offers a restaurant, a bar, a lounge, an outdoor terrace and a spa area (for a fee). The 21 rooms all have a bathroom/WC, air conditioning, a TV, a minibar, a tea/coffee maker, a safe, a balcony or veranda and free WiFi. The Deluxe Rooms and Garden Deluxe Rooms are located on the first floor. The Vineyard Rooms and Superior Rooms are located on the first floor. The Family Suites have additional beds or sofa beds. The Honeymoon Executive Suite is generously proportioned and also offers a small lounge area, a double shower, a separate bathtub and a private balcony. The Presidential Suite is 150 square meters in size and has a fully equipped kitchen, a large lounge area with fireplace and two large balconies with a view.

WEDGEVIEW COUNTRY HOUSE & SPA (VINEYARD ROOM)

2X OVERNIGHT STAY WITH BREAKFAST

DAY 1 TO DAY 3:

POSITION BOSCH

OPTIONALLY UPGRADEABLE FROM 255 € PER PERSON

Stellenbosch is the heart of South African wine production. Countless wine estates are lined up next to each other, and you can get to know South Africa's fine wines at one or two wine tastings. The scenically impressive mountain ranges offer unique hiking opportunities. The second oldest city in the country has a beautiful historic city center with many listed buildings in the Cape Dutch architectural style. Cafés, restaurants and boutiques invite you to stroll and linger. Thanks to the local university, Stellenbosch is a very lively and young city, despite its historical background.

Just outside Stellenbosch on the scenic Helshoogte Pass lies this small but very fine wine estate and luxurious boutique hotel with breathtaking views of the Simonsberg Mountains. Overnight guests can choose from 15 hotel rooms, suites and villas, all of which are equipped with bath/WC, flat-screen TV with DVD player, air conditioning, Nespresso machine, iPod station, minibar, balcony or terrace, safe and free WLAN. The hotel rooms are located in the main building and differ mainly in terms of room size. The villas and suites are located slightly away from the main building. The Two Bedroom Villa has a lounge and kitchenette as well as two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom/WC. The two Pool Suites share a private pool. The hotel offers two communal pools, a large garden, a bar, a restaurant, an outdoor and indoor lounge and wine tasting for a fee.

This service can be booked for an additional charge.

CLOUDS ESTATE (DELUXE ROOM)

2X OVERNIGHT STAY WITH BREAKFAST

DAY 1 TO DAY 3:

POSITION BOSCH

OPTIONAL UPGRADE STARTING AT €1,245 PER PERSON

Stellenbosch is the heart of South African wine production. Countless wine estates are lined up next to each other, and you can get to know South Africa's fine wines at one or two wine tastings. The scenically impressive mountain ranges offer unique hiking opportunities. The second oldest city in the country has a beautiful historic city center with many listed buildings in the Cape Dutch architectural style. Cafés, restaurants and boutiques invite you to stroll and linger. Thanks to the local university, Stellenbosch is a very lively and young city, despite its historical background.

The luxurious Lanzerac Hotel & SPA on the wine estate of the same name is located around ten minutes' drive outside Stellenbosch on the way to the beautiful Jonkershoek Valley. With roots dating back to the 17th century, discerning guests can now expect an elegant five-star country hotel. The 52 rooms offer a perfect balance of old-world charm and modern facilities. All rooms have a shower/WC with separate bathtub, air conditioning, minibar, safe, tea/coffee maker, TV and free Wi-Fi. The Classic Rooms are around 45 square meters in size. The Luxury Rooms are approximately 55sqm in size. The Junior Suites are about 70sqm in size. The Suites are approximately 80sqm in size and have a separate lounge area. The hotel offers an indoor and outdoor pool, a fitness room, a spa area (some for a fee), a bar and several restaurants and bistros. Bicycles can be rented on site and hikes and horseback rides can be organized (for a fee).

The price includes a wine tasting and a cellar tour at the winery as well as a daily shuttle to Stellenbosch and back.

This service can be booked for an additional charge.

LANZERAC HOTEL & SPA (SUITE)

2X OVERNIGHT STAY WITH BREAKFAST

DAY 2: STELLENBOSCH

FULL DAY PRIVATE STELLENBOSCH WINE TOUR

You will be picked up from your accommodation in the morning by your private English-speaking wine expert. You will set off on a day trip to the beautiful wine regions of Stellenbosch. You will stop at various wine estates to get to know the outstanding fine wines of the region. The variety of grapes grown includes everything that is famous in the wine world, for example Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Pinotage, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.

You will visit three wineries and take part in wine tastings to get a good overview of the variety of local wines. There will also be a nice lunch stop at one of the wineries. If time permits, you can also make a flying visit to the historic old town of Stellenbosch. You will be dropped off at your accommodation again in the afternoon.

The costs for wine tastings are already included in the price. The costs for lunch and other drinks are not included in the price. Please note that not all wineries may be open on weekdays or at certain times of the year.

This is a privately guided day tour and the program can be adapted to your individual wishes in advance. Certain special requests may lead to price surcharges.

DAY 3: STELLENBOSCH

HALF DAY PRIVATE FOOD EXPERIENCE

You will be picked up at your accommodation in the morning and drive to the historic old town of Stellenbosch, where a very special city tour on the topic of history and enjoyment awaits you in South Africa's "Gourmet Capital". In addition to the most important historical events, you will learn about the locals' love for their food. For example, you will sample locally produced bread, cheese, sausage, coffee, wine, ice cream and cakes. You will be dropped off at your accommodation in the early afternoon.

The tour is English-speaking and privately guided. The food and drink tastings are included in the price, lunch and other drinks and personal expenses are not included. These activities can also be conducted in German for an additional charge.

DAY 3: STELLENBOSCH

ONEWAY TRANSFER TO FRANSCHHOEK

In the case of a transfer from your accommodation, you will be picked up at the entrance of your guesthouse, lodge or hotel at the agreed time. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation or at the airport.

For transfers from the airport, you will be met personally in the arrivals hall. Please look out for a person carrying a sign with your name on it. If an explicit pick-up point or meeting point is mentioned in your tour book, please go there. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation.

This private transfer is operated by a qualified English-speaking driver. The vehicle is air-conditioned and corresponds to your private group size, there are no other passengers. The transfer company has all the necessary licenses and insurance for its vehicles and drivers to guarantee legal passenger transportation (no Uber or similar). For long-distance transfers, toilet and catering stops are made as required (catering not included in the price).

DAY 3 TO DAY 5:

FRANSCHHOEK

In contrast to lively Stellenbosch, Franschhoek is a more sedate place. The name Franschhoek means something like "French corner" or "French corner". The town was founded in 1688, when around 200 Huguenots who had emigrated from France settled in the area. The Huguenot Museum and the Huguenot Monument are reminders of Franschhoek's French origins. More than 45 wine estates along the Franschhoek Wine Route produce top-quality wines. Some of them produce in the centuries-old French tradition, while others use completely modern methods. Along the main street you will find many boutiques, cafés and bistros. The town is also famous for its top restaurants, which are on a par with European Michelin-starred cuisine, but are considerably more attractive in terms of price.

The Auberge Clermont Guest House is located on a working wine and olive farm with a great view over the vineyards of Franschhoek. The wines and olive oils are only produced in very small quantities and can only be purchased on site. The town center is about 15 minutes' walk or a few minutes' drive away. There is a pool, a tennis court and a boules court on the grounds. A short walk leads through the vineyards to a picnic area by a small river. The six rooms have a bathroom/WC, air conditioning, underfloor heating, a hairdryer, a Nespresso machine, a minibar and free Wi-Fi. The Honeymoon Suite is slightly more spacious than the Deluxe Rooms and has a double shower and bathtub. In addition to the six rooms, there is a self-catering villa with three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a lounge area with fireplace, a veranda with barbecue facilities and a private pool. Guests of the villa have breakfast delivered in the morning.

AUBERGE CLERMONT (DELUXE ROOM)

2X OVERNIGHT STAY WITH BREAKFAST

DAY 3 TO DAY 5:

FRANSCHHOEK

OPTIONALLY UPGRADEABLE FROM 265 € PER PERSON

In contrast to lively Stellenbosch, Franschhoek is a more sedate place. The name Franschhoek means something like "French corner" or "French corner". The town was founded in 1688, when around 200 Huguenots who had emigrated from France settled in the area. The Huguenot Museum and the Huguenot Monument are reminders of Franschhoek's French origins. More than 45 wine estates along the Franschhoek Wine Route produce top-quality wines. Some of them produce in the centuries-old French tradition, while others use completely modern methods. Along the main street you will find many boutiques, cafés and bistros. The town is also famous for its top restaurants, which are on a par with European Michelin-starred cuisine, but are considerably more attractive in terms of price.

The charming Rickety Bridge Winery is located just outside the small town of Franschhoek. The town center and many other wineries in the region are just a few minutes' drive away. The famous wine tram, which connects the town with several wineries, also stops here. Rickety Bridge is known for its classic French grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Semillion. All rooms have a bathroom/WC, air conditioning, TV, tea and coffee making facilities, minibar, safe, and seating area. There are three rooms in the Manor House, five rooms in the Jonkershuis, and three rooms in the Homestead. The three residential buildings are spread across the winery. The accommodation offers a pool, garden, restaurant, lounge, and free Wi-Fi. During your stay, you can take part in a free wine tasting.

This service can be booked for an additional charge.

RICKETY BRIDGE ESTATE (HOMESTEAD SUITE)

2X OVERNIGHT STAY WITH BREAKFAST

DAY 3 TO DAY 5:

FRANSCHHOEK

OPTIONAL UPGRADE STARTING AT €1,360 PER PERSON

You travel to the famous wine regions of the Western Cape. Countless wine estates are lined up next to each other, so nothing stands in the way of a wine tasting or two. You drive to the heart of South African wine production and on to Franschhoek. More than 40 wine estates along the Franschhoek Wine Route produce top-quality wines. The name Franschhoek means something like "French angle" or "French corner". The village was founded in 1688, when around 200 Huguenots who had emigrated from France settled in the area. The Huguenot Museum and the Huguenot Monument are reminders of Franschhoek's French origins.

This exceptional winery and boutique hotel is located in the middle of the vineyards, just a five-minute drive from the small town center of Franschhoek. The Leeu and Mullineux families have joined forces to produce truly sensational wines, which can of course be tasted on site. The excellent La Petite Colombe restaurant is also located on the winery (early reservations are necessary). Hotel guests have access to a pool, wine tasting, a free shuttle to the village, and a spa area for an additional fee. The individual suites all offer a bathroom/WC, air conditioning, a TV, a telephone, a safe, tea/coffee making facilities, a minibar, and free WiFi. The Classic Rooms are approximately 42 square meters in size. The Deluxe Rooms are approximately 55 square meters in size. The Studio Rooms are approximately 63 square meters in size and also offer a fireplace and a private terrace. The Executive Suites are approximately 100 square meters in size and also have a lounge area with a fireplace. The Executive Terrace Suites are approximately 115 square meters in size and also feature a lounge area and a terrace.

This service can be booked for an additional charge.

LEEU ESTATES (DELUXE ROOM)

2X OVERNIGHT STAY WITH BREAKFAST

DAY 4: FRANSCHHOEK

FULL DAY PRIVATE FRANSCHHOEK WINE TOUR

You will be picked up at your accommodation in the morning by your private English-speaking driver and wine expert. You set off on a day trip to the classic wine regions of Franschhoek. The "French Corner", as the place name translates, has remained true to its French tradition to this day. Grapes such as Pinot Noir, Merlot, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Vignonier dominate the vineyards.

You will visit three wine estates and take part in wine tastings to get a good overview of the famous Franschhoek wines. There will also be a nice lunch stop at one of the wine estates. If time permits, you can also make a stop at the small coffee roastery Terbodore. You will be dropped off at your accommodation again in the afternoon.

The cost of wine tasting is already included in the price. The costs for lunch, other drinks and a visit to the Terbodore coffee roastery (if desired) are not included in the price. Please note that not all wineries may be open on weekdays or at certain times of the year.

This is a privately guided day tour and the program can be adapted to your individual wishes in advance. Certain special requests may lead to price surcharges.

DAY 5: FRANSCHHOEK

ONEWAY TRANSFER TO CPT AIRPORT

In the case of a transfer from your accommodation, you will be picked up at the entrance of your guesthouse, lodge or hotel at the agreed time. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation or at the airport.

For transfers from the airport, you will be met personally in the arrivals hall. Please look out for a person carrying a sign with your name on it. If an explicit pick-up point or meeting point is mentioned in your tour book, please go there. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation.

This private transfer is operated by a qualified English-speaking driver. The vehicle is air-conditioned and corresponds to your private group size, there are no other passengers. The transfer company has all the necessary licenses and insurance for its vehicles and drivers to guarantee legal passenger transportation (no Uber or similar). For long-distance transfers, toilet and catering stops are made as required (catering not included in the price).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS TRIP

All prices quoted are subject to availability before booking and are based on the number of participants stated. Errors excepted. Alternative availability, seasonal overlaps or exchange rate fluctuations may lead to price changes. Please request your personal tour offer with your desired travel dates. This tour offer does not include flights.

The child rate applies to one child under the age of 12 staying in their parents' room. One child under the age of two stays free of charge. For children aged 12 and over, the adult rate generally applies. Not all accommodation allows children of all ages.

We recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance and travel health insurance to cover the costs of assistance, including repatriation in the event of accident, illness or death. We can provide a corresponding offer on request.

A passport is required to enter the country. Depending on your nationality, you may need to apply for a visa in advance. Minors under the age of 18 may need to carry additional documents. We will inform you of the exact requirements before you book. Travelers who have stayed in an area at risk of yellow fever must provide proof of a yellow fever vaccination.

This trip is malaria free.

This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Please ask for suitable offers.

The organizer of this trip is South Africa Travel GmbH & Co. KG, Buddestraße 9, 33602 Bielefeld, Germany, Tel +49 521 33676880.

APPROXIMATE ADDITIONAL COSTS THAT ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

Long-haul flights to Southern Africa in Economy Class cost from EUR 900, while prices can be well over EUR 1000 in the high season. Flights in Premium Economy Class are available from 1500 EUR, in Business Class flights cost from 2500 EUR (per person for outward and return flights). All prices are average values depending on the airline and season. The actual prices at a given time depend on the number of bookings and may vary. Early booking is recommended, especially in the high season.

A light lunch costs about 5 EUR (small salad, soup) to 8 EUR (pizza, pasta, burger) per person; dinner costs about 10 EUR (pizza, pasta, burger, large salad) to over 12 EUR (steak, fish) up to 22 EUR (three-course meal) per person. Coffee, tea, beer, or soft drinks cost about 1.70 EUR per cup or glass. Prices may vary up or down depending on the region or type of restaurant.

Entrance fees to national parks cost between EUR 5 and EUR 25 per person per day, depending on the size and popularity of the park. Entrance fees to museums or other attractions cost between EUR 3 and EUR 20 per person. Children under the age of 12 usually pay half price.