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Established in 1679, Stellenbosch is the second oldest town in South Africa. It charms visitors with its romantic oak-lined streets, amazing architectural diversity, outdoor art exhibitions and its famous food and wine heritage. Savour traditional Stellenbosch food and drinks as your guide leads you through the historic heart of this vibrant university town. On your Guided tour of the old town centre, you’ll hear delightful stories about the historic places we visit, including a visit to the oldest restored townhouse in the South Africa. We stop for an Indigenous tea tasting and rusks – enjoyed for over 300 years. You will enjoy Traditional snacks when we visit a small, family-run butchery and wine tasting at a trendy spot in the town centre.
The Kayamandi Township Tour and Xhosa Lunch offers visitors an authentic glimpse into the vibrant daily life of this Stellenbosch community. Guided by a local resident, guests stroll through the township to meet artists, entrepreneurs, and families, gaining insight into the creativity and resilience that shape the area. The experience culminates in a warm welcome into a family home, where participants help prepare traditional Xhosa dishes before sharing a hearty meal. Blending cultural exchange, storytelling, and hospitality, the tour leaves travellers with a deeper appreciation of South Africa’s township heritage.
Best of Bites is a private guided food tour in Stellenbosch that blends highlights from the Classic Cape Cuisine Walk and Foodies on Foot experiences. Over the course of three and a half hours, guests are led through the historic town centre to meet local artisans, enjoy tastings of gin, teas, and Cape sweet treats, and savour a heritage-inspired lunch platter. The journey also includes a visit to the University Botanical Gardens and a stop at an innovative coffee laboratory, where handcrafted confections are paired with speciality brews. Designed to be both leisurely and immersive, the tour offers a rich introduction to Stellenbosch’s culinary culture.
Foodies on Foot is a guided culinary experience in Stellenbosch that blends local flavours with cultural discovery. Guests explore the town’s historic streets while sampling artisan-made sweet and savoury treats, enjoying a seasonal lunch platter, and indulging in tastings of craft beer, award-winning gin, and innovative coffee creations. Alongside its food focus, the tour highlights sustainable practices and introduces visitors to curated public art, offering a vibrant mix of gastronomy and creativity in the heart of the Cape Winelands.
The Classic Cape Cuisine Walk offers travellers an immersive taste of Stellenbosch’s heritage, blending food, culture, and storytelling into a leisurely guided experience. Guests stroll through oak-lined streets, explore historic architecture, and visit the oldest restored townhouse in South Africa. Along the way, visitors sample home-grown teas with Cape sweet treats, savour traditional beef snacks, and enjoy locally produced wines paired with artisanal delights. The journey culminates in a heritage lunch platter at the town’s oldest hotel, making it a rich celebration of South African flavours and history.
