Take a heady trip through the Cape Winelands on a wine route tour, characterised by tall mountains, deep valleys and endless rolling hills covered in vines. This area is situated less that one hours drive from Cape Town and is the most important wine growing region in South Africa, this is a wine lover's paradise, blending a vast array of taste, culture and beauty that extends far beyond the excellent wines of the Cape Wine Route.
The Cape Wine Route is dominated by the towns of Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl, all offering superb Cape Wine Route accommodation.
Wine tasting in the cellars and Wine Route tours have evolved into an indulgence of the senses on the Cape Wine Route. Gourmet lunches, accompanied by fine wines and enhanced by truly breathtaking views of the surrounding vineyards and mountains are followed by a smorgasbord of wine estates, both old and new, each with its own special flavor and…
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Take a heady trip through the Cape Winelands on a wine route tour, characterised by tall mountains, deep valleys and endless rolling hills covered in vines. This area is situated less that one hours drive from Cape Town and is the most important wine growing region in South Africa, this is a wine lover's paradise, blending a vast array of taste, culture and beauty that extends far beyond the excellent wines of the Cape Wine Route.
The Cape Wine Route is dominated by the towns of Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl, all offering superb Cape Wine Route accommodation.
Wine tasting in the cellars and Wine Route tours have evolved into an indulgence of the senses on the Cape Wine Route. Gourmet lunches, accompanied by fine wines and enhanced by truly breathtaking views of the surrounding vineyards and mountains are followed by a smorgasbord of wine estates, both old and new, each with its own special flavor and colour.
The picturesque towns of the Cape Winelands are steeped in history and leafy tree lined streets are filled with quaint coffee shops, arts, crafts and rich Cape Dutch heritage. Please take note when planning a Cape Wine tour, cellars and tasting rooms on winefarms are all open during the week. Most close at 4pm on Saturday and only a few will be open on Sunday. Restaurants in the Cape Winelands will be open throughout the week and weekend.
Estates along the Cape Wine Route not to be missed include: Backsberg and KWV International (Paarl); Spier, Fairview, Tokara, DelAir Graff and Rustenerg (Stellenbosch) and Chamonix, Boschendal, L'Ormarins, Haute Cabriere (Franschhoek).
Cape Wine Route Accommodation
Cape Wine Route accommodation offerings are both plentiful and picturesque. Renovated Cape Dutch farmhouses dating back to the 18th century, hilltop cottages, manor houses and golf estates are just some of the accommodations on offer along the Cape Wine Route.
Franschhoek accommodation, has quintessential French flair and is a favourite for romantics and couples. If your pocket allows, try La Residence for panache’ and grandeur. Mont Rochelle and Le Quatier Francaise offer 5-star spectacular properties on the perimeter of the town, and Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa offer a more reasonably priced alternative that is also child friendly.
Stellenbosch is the most centrally located town and the bastion of the wine route. For accommodation in Stellenbosch town proper, try Summerwood Guest House or De Oude Werf. Lanzerac Manor & Winery is the 5-star alternative located on a 300 year old farm and The Spier Hotel is the most child-friendly option in the winelands.
Elegance, opulence and luxury abound in the Cape Winelands and what's more - you don't need to be a wine connoisseur to enjoy them. Each of the destinations on the Cape Wine Route is home to a host of attractions which range from nature trails and hot air ballooning to world class golfing and botique shopping.
Top cape wine route activities
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Sample the Cape’s finest produce
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Buy discounted wines from the cellar door
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View spectacular surrounding vineyards and mountains
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Walk and picnic in the vineyards
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See quaint towns of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl
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Eat at superb restaurants and delis
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Learn about three hundred years of winemaking history
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Revitalize yourself with a spa session
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Golf at some of the countries top courses
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Enjoy an African culinary evening at Moyo
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