Discover the Fossil Hills Wine Walk: a three-day guided hike through the breathtaking McGregor Valley, just two hours from Cape Town. Covering 10-13 km daily, you'll explore scenic routes and visit top wine farms, ending each day with a wine tasting and light lunch. Perfect for small groups (minimum of four), this adventure focuses on nature and connection. Traverse single-track trails, immersing yourself in the beauty of fynbos, renosterveld, and marine fossils. Enjoy wine, ice cream, and gin tastings, while soaking up McGregor's culture. Hikes are available year-round, with spring and autumn being especially popular.
What's included
Private transportation
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Parking Fees
Gratuities
What to expect
Day 1: FOSSIL HILLS VENUE/PINOTAGE HOUSE CHECK IN
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5h
Day 1 – Welcome
Meals Included: Welcome drink & canapés, 3-course dinner
- Arrive and check in from 4:00 PM at Pinotage/Tango House (Fossil Hills Accommodation)
- Meet your guide
- Enjoy a welcome drink and canapés
- Short introduction, briefing, and scenery slideshow
- 3-course dinner with wine from various local cellars
"We hike not to escape life, but for life not to escape us!"
Day 2: FOSSIL HILLS WINE WALK ON THE WAY TO LORDS WINERY.
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15h
Day 2 – Single Track, Rocky Terrain
Distance: 10 km or 13 km (optional)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Light Lunch, Dinner
- Continental and farm-style breakfast buffet at Fossil Hills
- 7:45 AM – Start your first day of hiking and tastings (transport to drop-off point provided)
- Lunch and wine tasting at Lord’s Cellar
- Transport back to Pinotage House for leisure time at Fossil Hills or in McGregor
- 3-course dinner with a glass of wine and a gin tasting
"At the end of the day, your feet should be dirty, your hair messy, and your eyes sparkling!"
Day 3: FOSSIL HILLS WINE WALK ON THE WAY TO MCGREGOR CELLAR
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15h
Day 3 – Moderate Single Track with Uphill hiking
Distance: 10 km
Meals Included: Breakfast, Light Lunch, Dinner
- Continental and farm-style breakfast at Fossil Hills Venue
- 7:45 AM – Begin Day 2 of hiking and tastings
- Wine and ice cream pairing with a light lunch at McGregor Wines
- Enjoy leisure time at the farm or in McGregor (own transport)
- Wine tasting at Bemind Cellar (optional transport available)
- 3-course dinner in McGregor with a glass of wine (optional transport available)
"The best view comes after the hardest climb."
Day 4: FOSSIL HILLS WINE WALK ON THE WAY TO TANAGRA WINES
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7h
Day 4 – Easy Terrain
Distance: 10 km
Meals Included: Breakfast, Light Lunch
- Continental and farm-style breakfast buffet at Fossil Hills Venue
- Pack bags and vacate rooms before the day’s tour begins
- Final day of walking and tastings
- Wine and grappa tasting at Tanagra Cellar
- Light lunch and guided donkey tour at Eseltjiesrus Donkey Sanctuary
- Walk or transport back to Fossil Hills for departure (showers available)
- Farewell and safe travels!
"Jobs fill your pocket, adventures fill your soul!"
Optional: Book a 4th Night
Day 5: Stay another night (highly recommended)
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12h · Admission ticket not included
Optional: Day 5
Meals not included – we can recommend local restaurants
- Try one of the scenic hiking trails on Thornvilla Farm or Vrolijkheid Nature Reserve
- Unwind in a steaming hot tub at Fossil Hills
- Departure by 10:00 AM (please check availability)
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Just across the McGregor Cellar
End point
Just across the McGregor Cellar
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
