Private Full-Day Stellenbosch Wine Tour
Overview
Combine wine tastings, cheese tastings, and a cellar visit on this action-packed half-day tour of Stellenbosch. Save time figuring out public transport schedules by having round-trip transport from Cape Town included. It’ll be the ultimate day of convenience as wine tastings are included. Venture into Cape Winelands and visit two wine farms for wine and cheese tastings.
- No navigation worries—round-trip transport from Cape Town is provided
- Visit two wine farms in Stellenbosch for wine and cheese tastings
- Enjoy learning about wine production by going on a cellar tour
- Have time to walk along Dorp Street and De Braak Street in Stellenbosch
- No navigation worries—round-trip transport from Cape Town is provided
- Visit two wine farms in Stellenbosch for wine and cheese tastings
- Enjoy learning about wine production by going on a cellar tour
- Have time to walk along Dorp Street and De Braak Street in Stellenbosch
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Stellenbosch On the start of this Cape Winelands tour we will depart from Cape Town after picking you up from your hotel and head towards the east to the famous town of Stellenbosch, the second oldest town European settlement after Cape Town. A pre-dominantly Afrikaans speaking town boasting a number of significant Dutch architectural designs, museums and a wide range of over 100 wine farms. In Stellenbosch we will be visiting two vineyards for some wine tasting and cheese tastings and afterwards participating in a cellar tour and continuing the Cape Winelands tour with a self-walk through the streets of Stellenbosch and browsing through a variety of boutique.
Duration: 8 hours
Stop At: Spier Wine Farm, Annandale Road, Stellenbosch 7600 South Africa
The archetypal Stellenbosch wine farm, with age-old trees, sprawling vineyards and a pretty river, the focus here is on ethical farming and creativity.
The wine There are six ranges, including organic, vegan, and Cap Classique. Enjoy one of three tastings in the Tasting Room beside the dam (under an iconic Heath Nash-designed wine-bottle chandelier or on the verandah), with platters or a chocolate pairing if you like. The Spier Hotel has a Wine Bar.
The food Famous pastéis de nata and hearty meals at Vadas Smokehouse & Bakery; grab-and-go picnic fare at the Farm Café (or book a basket) and find a spot at the new riverside area surrounded by boulders and the Eerste River; à la carte seasonal dishes at the hotel restaurant. Until 11 March, enjoy Friday’s live music and picnic Sunset Sessions on the Werf.
There’s more Explore the farm on a segway or with four themed self-guided walks. Spier has one of the largest collections of contemporary art in SA.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Hazendal Wine Estate, Bottelary Road New entrance from Ronelle Street via Kruis Street, Stellenbosch 7599 South Africa
The wine As one of the oldest estates in the Bottelary Hills, Hazendal boasts a long tradition of winemaking, crafting wines that truly express the coastal terroir of this unique corner of South Africa’s Winelands. Two ranges (Hazendal and Christoffel Hazenwinkel), including reds, whites, MCC and a Spanish carignan. The plush Wine Lounge (in the old cellar) offers three tastings, with cheese and charcuterie platters, or step it up a notch with a Sensory Pairing Experience in the Wine Library.
The food There’s comfort classics and picnic fare at Babushka Deli; flame-grilled favourites (and beer-glazed eisbein) at Pivnushka Beer Garden; the Tea Room in the manor house serves a fabulous one-of-a-kind high tea; and a three-course dinner at the monthly Jazz Club events.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Haskell Vineyards, Annandale Rd Die Boord, Stellenbosch 7613 South Africa
A serene and beautiful place on the slopes of the Helderberg, this estate is all about harnessing nature’s bounty with care and respect.
The wine Two small ranges (Haskell and Dombeya), with shiraz being especially notable. There are two tasting options, plus a food-and-wine pairing (small bites from the current restaurant menu). A cheese and charcuterie platter is also available.
The food Bold fusion flavours at Longtable Restaurant (with exquisite views); plus sourdough pizza and wine or a picnic on the lawns on weekends in summer.
Duration: 2 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Stellenbosch On the start of this Cape Winelands tour we will depart from Cape Town after picking you up from your hotel and head towards the east to the famous town of Stellenbosch, the second oldest town European settlement after Cape Town. A pre-dominantly Afrikaans speaking town boasting a number of significant Dutch architectural designs, museums and a wide range of over 100 wine farms. In Stellenbosch we will be visiting two vineyards for some wine tasting and cheese tastings and afterwards participating in a cellar tour and continuing the Cape Winelands tour with a self-walk through the streets of Stellenbosch and browsing through a variety of boutique.
Duration: 8 hours
Stop At: Spier Wine Farm, Annandale Road, Stellenbosch 7600 South Africa
The archetypal Stellenbosch wine farm, with age-old trees, sprawling vineyards and a pretty river, the focus here is on ethical farming and creativity.
The wine There are six ranges, including organic, vegan, and Cap Classique. Enjoy one of three tastings in the Tasting Room beside the dam (under an iconic Heath Nash-designed wine-bottle chandelier or on the verandah), with platters or a chocolate pairing if you like. The Spier Hotel has a Wine Bar.
The food Famous pastéis de nata and hearty meals at Vadas Smokehouse & Bakery; grab-and-go picnic fare at the Farm Café (or book a basket) and find a spot at the new riverside area surrounded by boulders and the Eerste River; à la carte seasonal dishes at the hotel restaurant. Until 11 March, enjoy Friday’s live music and picnic Sunset Sessions on the Werf.
There’s more Explore the farm on a segway or with four themed self-guided walks. Spier has one of the largest collections of contemporary art in SA.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Hazendal Wine Estate, Bottelary Road New entrance from Ronelle Street via Kruis Street, Stellenbosch 7599 South Africa
The wine As one of the oldest estates in the Bottelary Hills, Hazendal boasts a long tradition of winemaking, crafting wines that truly express the coastal terroir of this unique corner of South Africa’s Winelands. Two ranges (Hazendal and Christoffel Hazenwinkel), including reds, whites, MCC and a Spanish carignan. The plush Wine Lounge (in the old cellar) offers three tastings, with cheese and charcuterie platters, or step it up a notch with a Sensory Pairing Experience in the Wine Library.
The food There’s comfort classics and picnic fare at Babushka Deli; flame-grilled favourites (and beer-glazed eisbein) at Pivnushka Beer Garden; the Tea Room in the manor house serves a fabulous one-of-a-kind high tea; and a three-course dinner at the monthly Jazz Club events.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Haskell Vineyards, Annandale Rd Die Boord, Stellenbosch 7613 South Africa
A serene and beautiful place on the slopes of the Helderberg, this estate is all about harnessing nature’s bounty with care and respect.
The wine Two small ranges (Haskell and Dombeya), with shiraz being especially notable. There are two tasting options, plus a food-and-wine pairing (small bites from the current restaurant menu). A cheese and charcuterie platter is also available.
The food Bold fusion flavours at Longtable Restaurant (with exquisite views); plus sourdough pizza and wine or a picnic on the lawns on weekends in summer.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
exauceemushiyal
May 2023
The tour was excellent a solid 10/10 the driver was polite and we had a nice conversation the wine tasted good and i loved the experience thank shinetheway hope to see you again!
The tour was excellent a solid 10/10 the driver was polite and we had a nice conversation the wine tasted good and i loved the experience thank shinetheway hope to see you again!