02 — Wine Tour
Franschhoek
Wine Tour
The Tour
The gourmet corner
of the Winelands
Founded by French Huguenot refugees in the 1680s, Franschhoek is South Africa's gourmet capital — a valley where world-class wine, exceptional food, and dramatic mountain scenery meet. No other corner of the Cape pairs the cellar and the table quite like it.
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The gourmet capital of South Africa
Some of the country's finest restaurants and most celebrated food-and-wine pairings, all in one valley.
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French Huguenot heritage
Three centuries of winemaking history, historic cellars, and a valley still shaped by its 1680s founders.
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Boutique cellars & iconic names
From tiny family producers to legendary estates — chosen for character and story, never a paid list.
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Breathtaking mountain scenery
The valley sits cradled by the Franschhoek mountains — arguably the most beautiful setting in the Cape.
A Typical Day
Your tour itinerary
We're happy to adjust pick-up times and estate visits based on your preferences — this is a rhythm, not a rulebook.
Collection from Cape Town
We collect you from your accommodation and head into the Franschhoek valley — or 10:30 if you're already staying nearby.
First estate tasting
A guided tasting at a handpicked Franschhoek producer, set against the valley's mountain backdrop.
A gourmet lunch
The highlight — a long, beautifully-paired lunch at one of Franschhoek's celebrated estate restaurants.
Coffee stop
A quick stop at one of the valley's excellent local cafés — an old habit from a former life in coffee.
Second & third estates
Two more producers through the afternoon — a historic cellar, a boutique gem, and a final tasting.
Home, unhurried
Returned to your door with notes on everything you loved — and a bottle or two, if you couldn't resist.
The day in pictures
From valley
to table
The valley enclosed on three sides. The food, the wine, the light. Here's what a Franschhoek day looks like.
How long is the tour? +
Most tours run 5–7 hours. Half-day options (3–4 hours, two estates, no lunch) are available on request.
What is included in the price? +
Private pick-up and drop-off, all tasting and entry fees, and the guide. Lunch is paid separately — we'll steer you to the right spot.
Can we choose which estates to visit? +
Absolutely. If you have specific estates or cultivars in mind, let us know and we'll build the itinerary around your preferences.
How many people can join a tour? +
Tours are private and work for any group size from 2 to 12. Larger groups can be accommodated — just ask.
Do you offer pick-up from Cape Town? +
Yes. We offer pick-up from most accommodation in Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Cape Town. Pickup time from Cape Town is typically 9:30 AM.
Can non-drinkers join? +
Absolutely. Non-alcoholic alternatives are always available and the experience is just as rich. Let us know in advance.