South Africa · Wine & Beer

8-Hour Wine Tour of Franschhoek and Stellenbosch with Fairview

8 Hours Round trip from Suid-Agter-Paarl Rd Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Fairview Wine Estate on the slopes of the Paarl mountains
  • 02 Explore Glen Carlou Wine Estate and walk through its vineyards
  • 03 Taste some of the best wines and cheeses with guidance from a sommelier
  • 04 See the historic town of Franschhoek and the famous Huguenot Monument
  • 05 Discover Stellenbosch, South Africa's second-oldest town, with its university and old Dutch buildings

Be a wine sommelier for a day as you visit multiple vineyards and taste renowned South African wines paired with cheese. Discover the roots of South Africa's wine industry, traced to the explorations of the Dutch East India Company, which established a supply station in what is now Cape Town. Learn about the art and craft of winemaking while exploring museums, monuments, institutions, and churches on this full-day tour.

The estate is located on the slopes of the Paarl mountains and offers spectacular views.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Franschoek, Paarl
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Wine Estates, Franschhoek Heritage and Stellenbosch

  • Depart from your hotel and drive along the N1 highway to the Fairview Wine Estate, famous for its outstanding cheese and wines. The estate is located on the slopes of the Paarl mountains and offers spectacular views.
  • Take your time and choose from the best wines and cheeses with help from the sommelier.
  • Stop next at the Glen Carlou Wine Estate and walk around the vineyards to learn about the soil types and grapes.
  • Proceed to the historic town of Franschhoek and explore the old buildings, a church, and the famous Huguenot Monument.
  • Drive to La Petite Colombe Restaurant for lunch, or any other place of your choice.
  • Head to Stellenbosch, a 30-minute drive away and the second-oldest town in South Africa, to explore Stellenbosch University, the museum, and the old Dutch buildings.
  • Make your way to Peter Falke Wines and enjoy their wines in the Peter Falke picnic garden.

Return to your hotel or get dropped off at Cape Town city centre.

Fairview Wine and Cheese farm, Glen Carlou Wine Estate, Huguenot Monument, Stellenbosch University

Where this trip takes you

Fairview Wine and Cheese farm, Glen Carlou Wine Estate, Huguenot Monument, Stellenbosch University

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Suid-Agter-Paarl Rd 4 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking South African tour guide
  • Luxury air-conditioned vehicle
  • Huguenot Monument entrance fees
  • Stellenbosch Museum entrance fees

What's Not Included

  • Wine tasting fees
  • Accommodation
  • Personal expenditure

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cape Town, South Africa
Tour start
Suid-Agter-Paarl Rd, Suider, Paarl, 7646, South Africa
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Suid-Agter-Paarl Rd.

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