Stellenbosch, Franschhoek Wine Tram Tasting Tour

Stellenbosch and Franschhoek Wine-Tasting Tour

This full-day wine tour explores Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, ideal for wine lovers seeking cellar tours, tastings, and local pairings near Cape Town.

Description

Your day begins with pickup from your Cape Town accommodation, followed by a scenic drive through the Cape Winelands to Zevenwacht Wine Estate. At Zevenwacht, visit the tasting center set against vineyards and a barrel cellar, where you sample four wines paired with cheese while learning about the estate’s history and winemaking process.

Next, travel to Marianna Wine Estate for a tasting of five selected wines paired with three premium cuts of South African biltong, a cured dry meat snack.

Continue to Franschhoek, one of South Africa’s oldest towns, noted for its Cape Dutch architecture and vineyards. Here you board the Franschhoek Wine Tram to visit Rickety Bridge Wine Estate. Upon arrival, enjoy a tractor ride from the tram stop to the tasting room, surrounded by vineyards and mountain views.

The tour concludes with drop-off at your Cape Town accommodation.

Highlights

• Wine tastings and cellar tour at Zevenwacht Wine Estate with cheese pairing
• Wine and biltong pairing at Marianna Wine Estate
• Visit to Franschhoek town and the Huguenot Monument
• Ride the Franschhoek Wine Tram to Rickety Bridge Wine Estate
• Tractor ride to the Rickety Bridge tasting room

Includes

• Pickup and drop-off from accommodations within a 5km radius of Cape Town
• Scenic drive through the Cape Winelands
• Wine tasting with cheese pairing and cellar tour at Zevenwacht
• Wine tasting and biltong pairing at Marianna Wine Estate
• Visit to Franschhoek and the Huguenot Monument
• Franschhoek Wine Tram ticket to Rickety Bridge
• Tractor transfer from tram stop to Rickety Bridge tasting room

Excludes

• Meals
• Personal expenses
• Gratuities
• Wine tastings at Rickety Bridge

Important Information

• Pickup time will be confirmed by email and WhatsApp the day before
• The tour requires walking and standing for extended periods
• Not suitable for children under 18 years

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For an optimal experience, wear comfortable shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen, and water. Morning departures are best to avoid afternoon heat and crowds.