Private Wine Tour Paarl in Franschhoek and Stellenbosch.

Cape Town, South Africa
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, English, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Enjoy a full-day Cape Winelands tour combining wine, cheese, history and scenic mountain landscapes. Begin at Fairview Wine and Cheese in Paarl for wine and cheese tasting, followed by a photo stop at Dept of Correctional Services Drakenstein, formerly Victor Verster Prison, associated with Nelson Mandela’s final imprisonment. Continue to Leopard’s Leap Restaurant & Wine Farm in Franschhoek for wine tasting and vineyard views. Visit Thelema Mountain Vineyards on Helshoogte Pass for mountain-grown wines. Finish at Delaire Graff Estate, known for wine, art, gardens and panoramic Winelands views

What's included

  • Entry/Admission - Fairview Wine and Cheese
  • Private Tour guide/driver, Vehicle and Fuel
  • Entry/Admission -Thelema Mountain Vineyards
  • Bottle of Water
  • Entry/Admission -Leopard’s Leap Restaurant & Wine Farm
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Entry/Admission - Delaire Graff Estate
  • Food, Drink and gratuities(optional)
  • Wine tasting

What to expect

  1. Fairview Wine and Cheese
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Enjoy a visit to Fairview Wine & Cheese during your Cape Winelands experience. Travel from Cape Town to the Paarl wine region and explore this working farm surrounded by vineyards and mountain views.

    At Fairview, guests can take part in a wine and cheese tasting, sampling a selection of Fairview wines paired with locally produced cheeses. The standard tasting currently includes six wines paired with six cheeses, while other tasting options are available.
  2. Groot Drakenstein Prison
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Visit the historic Drakenstein Correctional Centre and learn about Nelson Mandela’s final 14 months in prison. Mandela was housed in a private cottage on the prison grounds during this period before his release on 11 February 1990. His departure marked an important moment in South Africa’s transition towards democracy.

    Guests can see the Nelson Mandela statue outside the prison gates, depicting him walking to freedom with his raised fist. The location provides an opportunity to learn about Mandela’s imprisonment, his long walk to freedom, and the historical events that shaped modern South Africa
  3. Leopard's Leap
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Visit Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards during your Franschhoek wine tour and discover a selection of South African wines in a relaxed tasting environment. Guests can sample wines from different ranges, including Chenin Blanc, Pinotage, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and other blends. The estate also offers food-and-wine pairings designed to introduce visitors to South African flavours.

    After the tasting, guests can enjoy lunch at the on-site restaurant, which offers seasonal dishes, small plates, burgers, pizzas, braaibroodjies and family-friendly options. Weekend visitors can also experience the rotisserie-style lunch.
  4. Thelema Mountain Vineyards
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Visit Thelema Mountain Vineyards on the Helshoogte Road in Stellenbosch for a wine-tasting experience surrounded by vineyards and mountain views. The estate's vineyards are situated at approximately 530 metres above sea level, with rich red soils and mainly south-facing slopes that provide suitable conditions for premium grape production.

    Guests can explore a selection of Thelema and Sutherland wines, including white, red and dessert-style wines, while learning about the estate's winemaking approach and history.
  5. Delaire Graff Estate
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Delaire Graff Estate is a wine estate located on Helshoogte Pass between Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. The estate combines vineyards, wine tasting, art, gardens, restaurants and mountain views. Its vineyards cover approximately 17 hectares and include Bordeaux varieties and Chardonnay.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Waterfront ,Radisson Red

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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