Spectacular visit to the Franschhoek valley, a combination of charms of leisurely country life with the elegance of world-class venues. A connection of 5 wine estates in one trip, magnificent experience in a classic, French feel wine tram. A selection of award-winning and world renowned wine estates serving different wines with impeccable unique wine architectural feel.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Bottled water
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Tram Ticket
✔ Driver/Guide
✖ Lunch
✖ Gratuities (Optional)
✖ Wine tasting @ Grand Provence (varies between R80-200)
✖ Wine Tasting Fees @ Rickety Bridge (Varies between R60-R150)
✖ Wine Tasting Fees @ Atlas Swift (varies between R70-R200)
✖ Wine tasting fees @ Picasso (varies between R60-R180)
✖ Wine Tasting Fees @ Mont Rochelle (varies between R70-R200)
✖ Snacks
Pickup Locations
1. Onomo Cape Town Waterfront
2. The PortsWood
3. Cape Town Hollow
4. SunSquare Cape Town Gardens
5. Cloud 9 Boutique Hotel & Spa
6. The Village Lodge
7. Fountains Hotel
8. Dysart Boutique Hotel
9. Upperbloem
10. Salama Lodge
11. The Capital 15 on Orange
12. Apartments In Mandela Rhodes Place
13. 9 On Barrack
14. ONOMO Hotel Cape Town - Inn On The Square
15. Lady Hamilton Hotel
16. Waterfront Village
17. Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City Centre, an IHG hotel
18. Blackheath Lodge
19. Glen Boutique Hotel & Spa
20. AC Hotel Cape Town Waterfront
Itinerary
1
Franschhoek
Upon arrival at Franschhoek, you will proceed to the Franschhoek terminal where be given your tram ticket with a brief explanation of how it's going to work, you will then go to the tram train. In the tram, you will choose if you want to sit below deck or upper deck, once all seated you will receive a complimentary glass of wine and your tram guide will explain where you will stop, and for how long, and brief background information about the Winelands of Franschhoek.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Grand Provence Estate
The first wine estate. You will hoop off the tram and get into the tractor that will transport you to the wine estate of Grand Provance. Arriving at this magnificent picturesque wine estate, you will proceed to the tasting room. "Grand Provance estate offers award-winning wine at the winery, gourmet cuisine at the restaurant, and creative talent at the gallery" you will be given a wine pairing menu to choose from. There are various activities like wine-tasting, wine-blending tours, cellar tours (24 hours prior), wine & nougat pairing, oyster & MCC pairing, restaurant and deli, Art gallery, and many more.
After Grand Provance, you will be leaving for your second winery Rickety Bridge. you will be transported back with a tractor to the wine tram, then head to the Rickety Bridge entrance where you will hoop off the tram and get to the mini-bus.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Rickety Bridge Wine Estate
Upon arrival, you will be amazed by the beauty of the small bridge and the backdrop of rugged mountains, a nice welcoming picture square. Here you can visit the wine cellar (24 hrs notice) and tasting room where you can experience tasting their renowned wines, or you can sit on the veranda and enjoy a meal while admiring the splendor of the magnificent surroundings. After you are done, you will then proceed to the third wine estate, the Franschhoek Cellar estate.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Franschhoek Cellar
Franschhoek Cellar is a beautiful asset to the Franschhoek wine route that combines the charms of leisurely country life with the elegance of a world-class venue. here you will hoop off the wine tram and get directly inside, there is a restaurant with a magnificent wine farm view on your right-hand side, you will choose if you want to sit outside or inside, the view breathtakes the same. Straight ahead is the tasting ahead is the wine-tasting room with a kids' play area, kids can also have the opportunity of tasting grape juices paired with kiddies' snacks. Here "enjoy a wine tasting paired with Belgian chocolate or handmade cheese. Dine on alfreso-style lunches in the fabulous garden or sip an artisanal beer at the fabulous beer garden." After you are done, you will go back to the Tram, head back to Franschhoek terminal where you will hoop off the tram, and get into a minibus to Atlas Swift Wine Estate.
Duration: 60 minutes
5
Beautiful Elegant white and black wine estate with the pure architecture of a wine farm, in this wine estate you will drive past the wine farm to the tasting room, the view and the feel are so farmy. Here you will "be guided by an internationally trained sommelier for fun facts or serious wine talk, pair the wine with local cheese and charcuterie platter" - Atlas Swift website. Cellar you should be pre-booked. When done you will head back to the bus for the continuation of your Winelands experience.
Duration: 60 minutes
6
This wine estate is a beautiful 100% wine farm feel. Upon arrival you will hoop off the bus and walk inside the tasting room, there is a variety of farm animals like big pigs, cows, chickens, piccork, horses, birds and many more. With very beautiful paintings that were painted by Picasso (the painting pig). Pass in between the amazing farm sanctuary and proceed to the back where you will be amazed by the big close view of the rugged mountain. Here you will taste a variety of white, pink, black, and rose wine while mingling and taking pictures with the animals. There are light meals if you want to snack a bit then after are done, we proceed to our last and final stop, Mont Rochelle.
Duration: 60 minutes
7
Mont Rochelle
"Situated on the slopes of the beautiful Franschhoek mountains, this win farm was established by Jarques de Villiers, one of the original Huguenots that came to the valley in 1688." Mont Rochelle. Located in the wine-tasting facility, the country kitchen offers relaxed dining, with a focus on local, sustainable, and fresh produce. Taste the world-renowned, award-winning wines with a pairing of cheese and fruits. Enjoy whilst overlooking the beautiful slopes and mountains, this wine estate is a delicacy at its best. Cellar tours and picnics and pre-booked.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
