South Africa · Wine & Beer

8-Hour Cape Winelands Tour with Babylonstoren and Wine Blending

8 Hours Round trip from Cape Town Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the historic Babylonstoren Wine Estate and its stunning eight-acre vegetable garden
  • 02 Enjoy a tasting of 5 Babylonstoren wines from white, rosé, and red selections
  • 03 Immerse yourself in the fragrant Scented Room with herbs, flowers, and essential oils
  • 04 Savour a farm-to-table lunch in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley
  • 05 Create your own personalised wine blend with expert winemakers in Franschhoek

Embark on a delightful journey through the Cape Winelands, beginning at the historic Babylonstoren Wine Estate in Stellenbosch. Explore its stunning eight-acre vegetable garden, enjoy a tasting of five wines, and immerse yourself in the fragrant Scented Room. Continue to Franschhoek for a tasty farm-to-table lunch in a picturesque valley setting, then round off the day with an interactive wine-blending experience guided by expert winemakers. This customised outing combines beautiful scenery, delicious food, and hands-on wine experiences.

Embark on a delightful journey through the Cape Winelands, beginning at the historic Babylonstoren Wine Estate in Stellenbosch.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Franschoek
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Cape Town Pickup

  • 9:00 AM - Pickup
    • Pickup from your accommodation in Cape Town City.
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Day 02

Babylonstoren Wine Estate in Stellenbosch

  • 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM - Drive to Stellenbosch.
    • Enjoy a scenic drive to Stellenbosch, approximately 45 minutes.
  • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Babylonstoren Wine Estate.
    • Arrival: Explore the historic Cape Dutch farm nestled in the Drakenstein Valley.
  • Activities:
    • Walk around the eight-acre vegetable garden.
    • Enjoy the Deli Cafe and Bakery.
    • Participate in a wine-tasting experience, sampling 5 wines from their white, rosé, and red selections.
    • Visit the Scented Room to immerse yourself in the aromas of herbs, flowers, and essential oils.
    • Shop for handmade quality souvenirs.
  • Babylonstoren Wine Estate is a historic Cape Dutch farm nestled in the Drakenstein Valley, renowned for its delicious wines and stunning eight-acre vegetable garden, perfect for walking around and taking pictures. We love its tasty Deli Cafe and Bakery, its giant vegetable garden walk, and the tasting room experience. Its most loved wine is the Babel Red Blend, a favourite among wine enthusiasts for its complexity and smooth finish, perfectly representing the quality and craftsmanship of Babylonstoren's wines. You will try 5 wines from their white, rosé, and red selections - let's find our favourite one together!
  • We also love their Scented Room, where you can immerse yourself in the delightful aromas of the estate's gardens and experience the fragrant beauty of herbs, flowers, and essential oils crafted from their diverse botanical collection. It is a great stop to find handmade quality souvenirs to bring back home if you wish to.
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Day 03

Farm-to-Table Lunch in Franschhoek

  • 12:00 PM - 12:20 PM - Drive to Franschhoek.
    • Short drive to Franschhoek, approximately 20 minutes.
  • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM - Lunch in Franschhoek.
    • Location: A favourite farm restaurant in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley.
  • Activities:
    • Enjoy a picturesque view setting.
    • Savour a farm-to-table meal with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
  • Franschhoek, a 20-minute drive away, is the setting for a tasty lunch in our favourite farm restaurant nestled in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley. This charming lunch spot offers a picturesque setting and a delicious farm-to-table meal. We love their fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

Pair your meal with wine and MCC (Méthode Cap Classique).

4
Day 04

Wine Blending Experience in Franschhoek

  • 2:00 PM - 2:10 PM - Drive to Next Wine Estate.
    • Quick drive to the next wine estate in Franschhoek.
  • 2:15 PM - 4:15 PM - Wine Blending Experience.
  • Activity: Participate in an interactive wine blending experience.
    • Learn about different varietals.
    • Create your own unique wine blend.
    • Guided by expert winemakers.
    • Craft a personalized bottle to take home.
  • We will then drive to our next wine estate for a wine tasting, but this time with a twist. We found a stunning, educative, and fun experience for you. Be a winemaker for a day and join a wine blending experience. Engage in a fun, interactive session where you'll learn about different varietals and create your unique blend. Guided by expert winemakers, you can craft a personalized bottle to take home. This experience combines education, creativity, and the enjoyment of fine wine.

Enjoy the stunning backdrop of the Franschhoek Valley.

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Day 05

Return to Cape Town

  • 4:15 PM - 5:35 PM - Drive Back to Cape Town City
    • Drive back to Cape Town City, approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
  • 5:45 PM - Drop-off
    • Drop off at your accommodation in Cape Town City.
Babylonstoren Wine Estate vegetable garden, Scented Room aromas, Drakenstein Valley farm setting, Franschhoek Valley lunch

Where this trip takes you

Babylonstoren Wine Estate vegetable garden, Scented Room aromas, Drakenstein Valley farm setting, Franschhoek Valley lunch

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Cape Town 3 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off at a location
  • Entry fee at Babylonstoren
  • Wine tasting at Babylonstoren
  • Wine blending experience

What's Not Included

Meals

Additional expenses

Tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Accommodation in Cape Town
Tour start
Cape Town, South Africa
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Cape Town.

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