We explore one of the most scenically beautiful areas in SA, visiting fascinating towns and taking a look into off-the-beaten-track farms which revel in their old-world roots and influences. Today is about so much more than just sipping the wines. Depending on time and season, stroll through the vines, learning about farming methods and techniques.
On this day, we will showcase the Winelands from a unique perspective, delving off the usual tourist paths to showcase some hidden gems and to discover the rich history of this scenic region with the help of our hop-on Guide and Cape Wine Master: Mr Harry Melck.
With the focus for the rest of the day to be on the wines, the farms chosen will be led by your preferences but focus on what Harry, our Wine Specialist likes to call South Africa’s ‘Wine Crazies’. Winemakers who continue to break the mould and pioneer the South African wine industry. A feature of all Harry’s tours is his own travelling pop-up wine cellar. Here you can taste a selection of his personally chosen wines that are not readily available, with unique stories of their own and in a setting decided upon by the pulse of the day.
Your day will start with uncovering the true essence of the Franschhoek Valley – picturesque vineyards, breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, world-class cuisine, fine wines, and a 300-year history. we visit some of the smaller, boutique, and family-owned wine estates for a more intimate wine tasting.
Our first stop is a gentle stroll in the expansive gardens of Babylonstoren which are steeped in fascinating history. A working farm dating back to 1692, Babylonstoren is a historic Cape Dutch farm that boasts one of the best-preserved farmyards in the Cape.
Continuing our day's adventure at Le Lude’s custom-built winery which is one of the few cellars in South Africa exclusively used for making Cap Classique. The distinctive black bottle, a pioneering approach unrivaled by most, a gorgeous rose garden, and distinctive French charm is what to expect from this unique wine estate.
For lunch, we will make our way to one of the local restaurants on a wine farm for a relaxed lunch experience. Enjoy a beautiful setting overlooking the gardens and the vines with breathtaking mountains as a backdrop.
Continue your day as we will indulge in another wine tasting in the afternoon at Muratie Wine Estate. Muratie's rich history is captured in every nook and cranny. Wherever you are on the estate you cannot help being moved by a sense of the many generations that have lived and worked on this estate.
Time allowing, your guide will help you choose the best-suited wine estate for the rest of the afternoon – the options are endless in this beautiful region! Discover estates that are off the beaten track and visit farms that do things a little differently when it comes to their production.
Tour Code: Travelyst Master
Duration: 10 Hours
Group Size: Any Group Size
Flexibility - adaptable on an hour to hour basis to suit your clients’ needs and changing weather conditions throughout the day. Where you go and what activities you do are up to you.
Adventure Utility Vehicle (AUV) – Our vehicle comes equipped with stand up paddles, mountain bikes, pre-packed hiking packs, surfboards and a fully stocked gourmet pantry with drinks included.
Top Adventure Guides - Viewed as the best in Africa in their specialist fields, our guides have a wealth of experience and stories to tell.
The tour shown is only an example, more or less can be done on the day. Click on the activities list and map for more information.
Includes:
- Private Adventure Guide / Driver
- Exclusive Use of Adventure Utility Vehicle
- Adventure Equipment
- Drinks - Soft Drinks, Beer, Wine & Selected Spirits
- Gourmet Pantry - selection of snacks and picnic items
- Unlimited travel in and around Cape Town, including as far as Winelands & Hermanus
Excludes:
- Surf Board, Wetsuit, and Tuition & Mountain Bikes – available at a supplement cost
- Entry, Attraction Fees and Park Fees – e.g. Aquarium & Cable Car
- Additional restaurant meals and wine farm supplied picnics
- Adventures beyond 100 km radius of Cape Town - e.g. Cape Agulhas, Ceres & Orange River
- Onward Transfer out of touring area. e.g pick up and touring in one location, drop off in second location
- Luggage transfers of more than two people (limited space due to onboard offerings)
- Extended Day Supplement – pick up before 8 am and drop off after 6 pm
Optional Enhancements: These are at an additional cost, please request a quotation from your Adventure Architect). These include the likes of Fat Biking, Horse Riding, Helicopter Transfers, Boat Trips, MTBing or Ebiking & Hop-On Specialists (eg. Wine Master) etc please refer to Additional Tour Enhancements Rate Sheet.
