South Africa is one of the top 10 wine-producing countries in the world. Come and experience the Franschhoek valley, the most beautiful village along the wine route. Stroll through the beautiful gardens at Babylonstoren, taste some of the finest award-winning Cape wines, see some local art including garden sculptures, fine and contemporary art, and dine at one the many exquisite restaurants of the region.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✔ Bottled water
✔ Owner driver/guide
✔ Small private group tour – maximum 7 guests
✔ Live commentary on board
✔ Transport - 2022 Ford Tourneo Custom, air-conditioned minivan
✖ Lunch
✖ Wine tasting
✖ Gratuities
✖ Farm entry - ZAR150 per person
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. Upper Bloem Apartment
10. Casa Elena
11. Upperbloem
12. The Capital 15 on Orange
13. Apartments In Mandela Rhodes Place
14. 9 On Barrack
15. ONOMO Hotel Cape Town - Inn On The Square
16. Lady Hamilton Hotel
17. Waterfront Village
18. Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City Centre, an IHG hotel
19. Blackheath Lodge
20. Glen Boutique Hotel & Spa
Additional Info: Hotel, Airbnb and guest house pickup and drop-off in Cape Town Central, V&A Waterfront, Green Point, Sea Point, Clifton and Camps Bay. We also collect from Cape Town Cruise Terminal.
Itinerary
1
Babylonstoren
Spanning eight acres, the Babylonstoren garden is formal in structure. Every one of over 300 varieties of plants in the garden is edible and it is grown as biologically as we can. Fruit and veg are harvested year round for use in our restaurant. The garden is divided into fifteen clusters spanning vegetable areas, berries, bees, indigenous plants, ducks and chickens and includes a prickly pear maze. Gravity feeds water into waterways from stream into the garden as it was done for 300 years.
Duration: 2 hours
2
La Motte Wine Estate
La Motte’s completely redesigned and refurbished tasting facility, featuring a large fireplace for cozy winter tastings, has been highly commended for the inviting and friendly ambiance. Here, a wide variety of La Motte’s award-winning wines can be sampled and purchased in a stylish and relaxing atmosphere. Seated at hand-made tasting tables, a welcoming tasting counter or on comfortable sofas, visitors have an unimpeded view of the working and maturation cellars through large glass panels. Tastings are enjoyed amidst original works of art by acclaimed South African artist Jacob Hendrik Pierneef, after whom La Motte’s Pierneef Collection of premium wines is named.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Franschhoek
Lunch at either one of Franschhoek's fine restaurant or a casual cafe depending on your preference.
Duration: 1.5 hours
4
Stellenbosch Vineyards
Drive through Stellenbosch to get a glimpse of the 2nd oldest town in South Africa.
5
Muratie
At the last stop for the day you can enjoy Muratie's top wines. The tasting room is run by the Muratie's team, whose knowledgeable staff will guide you in the finer nuances of their premium handcrafted wines.
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• A maximum of 7 people per booking
