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Full day Shared Cape Winelands Day tour, (Stellenbosch, Paarl & Franschhoek)
Cape Town Central
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Infant seats are available at an extra cost and upon request and prior arrangements.
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Stroller accessible by prior management
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The wine region of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl produce some of the finest wines in the cape winelands, surrounded by lush mountains and rolling vineyards. On this tour, enjoy a comprehensive introduction to the South African wine as you visit different wineries; sample a wide variety of red and white wines, including port brandy and sparkling wine; Stop at a local restaurant for lunch and taste regional specialties including Cheese and Chocolate.
Highlights
8 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Passenger Liability cover
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Lunch
Gratuities
Wine tasting fees
Full day Shared Cape Winelands Day tour, (Stellenbosch, Paarl & Franschhoek)
Cape Town Central
About
The wine region of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl produce some of the finest wines in the cape winelands, surrounded by lush mountains and rolling vineyards. On this tour, enjoy a comprehensive introduction to the South African wine as you visit different wineries; sample a wide variety of red and white wines, including port brandy and sparkling wine; Stop at a local restaurant for lunch and taste regional specialties including Cheese and Chocolate.
You will be picked up at your accommodation between 08:30 and 09:30 AM by our accredited tour guide/driver in a minibus and head off on a full-day Cape Winelands tour. We will visit Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhok, we will follow that wine route in all it's magnificent features. You will enjoy wine tasting up to 6 wine estates and also enjoy a town orientation tour in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek.
1 hour
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Stellenbosch
The second oldest town in South Africa, Stellenbosch. It is known for its natural beauty and oak-lined avenues, Cape Dutch architecture, history, culture, and wine routes. Here you will go to wine estates you will never forget.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Delaire Graff Estate
Here you will have the pleasure to taste the amazing Cabernet Franc Rose, made from 100% Cabernet franc which displays flavors of ripe strawberries, Cassis, and candyfloss with a seductive spicy finish.
30 minutes
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Hazendal Wine Estate
Immediately when you enter at Hazendal wine estate you will most definitely fall in love with it. Here you will have the opportunity to taste the award-winning, handcrafted boutique wine and Methode Cap Classique from the world-renowned Stellenbosch wine region.
30 minutes
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Lanzerac Wine Estate
A few minutes' drives from Stellenbosch town center lies Lazerac, it is well known to many as a well-appointed and elegant country hotel resting within the beautiful Jonkershoek valley. But Lanzerac is more than just a hotel. The historic homestead which bears 1830 on its gable and lies on the ground that was given to its first owner 140 years earlier also presides over vineyards and also a winery that together produces excellent wines, both red and white.
It is also known to be the first winery to bottle a native South African wine called Pinotage. Chocolate and wine pairing here is conducted by a well knowledgeable Sommelier.
30 minutes
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Paarl
Paarl is the third oldest settlement in South Africa, It is steeped in history, culture, natural splendor, and a centuries-old tradition of wine making.
In 1657, Abraham Gebemma set out from the Cape in search of resources. On his journey, he came across a giant granite rock gleaming in the distance. He called this Paarl Mountain, and it is known today as Paarl Rock. It is the second largest granite outcrop in the world. it also features the Taal Monument, which is a celebration of the Afrikaans language.
The Paarl Wine Route, which is the second oldest in the country, is known for its full-bodied spicy reds and crisp whites.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Fairview Wine and Cheese
We will continue to Fairview Vineyards and Goats Cheese for a cheese and wine tasting. Purchase your favorite cheese and condiments from the deli, as well as wine from a choice of 3 ranges in the tasting room. (Wine tasting fees excluded).
1 hour
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Groot Drakenstein Prison
As we follow along this route, we will stop in front of Drakenstein Prison to see the Nelson Mandela Monument. The prison is where Nelson Mandela spent his last days of incarceration before his walk to freedom.
20 minutes
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Franschhoek
Franschhoek can be loosely translated to French corner. An area that was given to the French Huguenots of the 1680s to grow vineyards. Surrounded by the Drakenstein mountains, when you are in Franschhoek, you could be anywhere near the world. Colonial whitewashed buildings grace the vibrant streets of the food capital city of South Africa. A beehive of shopping, Belgian chocolate tasting, and the very best place to have lunch. You will have the opportunity to taste Chardonnay and a number of wines of wine including Methode cap classiques which is the local equivalent of French champagne.
