7-Hour Cape Town Winelands Tour with Franschhoek Tram and Tastings

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Indulge in three wine tastings at award-winning wine farms
• 02 Enjoy a cheese assortment and cellar tour with your tastings
• 03 Take a scenic ride on the Franschhoek tram
• 04 Visit Drakenstein Prison, where Nelson Mandela spent part of his captivity

Discover the beauty and history of the Winelands on a full-day tour from Cape Town. Enjoy three wine tastings at award-winning estates, a guided cellar tour, and a delicious cheese pairing. Take a scenic ride on the Franschhoek tram and visit the historic Drakenstein Prison, where Nelson Mandela spent part of his final years in captivity. This experience combines rich culture, renowned wines, and stunning regional landscapes in one memorable day.

Enjoy a scenic ride on the Franschhoek tram.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Cape Town, Franschoek

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Cape Town to the Winelands with Tastings and Franschhoek Tram

• Pickup from your accommodation in Cape Town.

• Enjoy a scenic drive to the Winelands.

• Begin with your first wine tasting at an award-winning wine farm.

• Continue to a second wine tasting at another wine farm, accompanied by a cheese assortment.

• Take a cellar tour to learn about the winemaking process.

• Stop for lunch at a local restaurant or wine farm.

• Enjoy a scenic ride on the Franschhoek tram.

• Visit Drakenstein Prison, where Nelson Mandela was held.

• End with a third wine tasting at a distinguished wine estate.

• Depart the Winelands and head back to Cape Town.

• Arrive back at your accommodation in Cape Town.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off: round-trip transportation from your accommodation in Cape Town

• Game drive: expert-guided safari through the game reserve to spot the Big Five and other wildlife

• Buffet lunch: a variety of local and international dishes served at the reserve

• Wildlife encounter: interaction with rescued animals and insight into their rehabilitation

• Professional guide: knowledgeable guide to provide information on wildlife, conservation, and the reserve's efforts

• Scenic views: stunning landscapes and ample photo opportunities throughout the tour

• Conservation talk: learn about the reserve's conservation and wildlife rehabilitation programs

Know before you go

• Guided bush walks are optional and can be arranged if selected.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Cape Town, South Africa

Tour start

Cape Town, South Africa

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.