Sip & Ride: Stellenbosch Wine Tasting & Franschhoek Tram

Highlights

• Wine and cheese tasting at the renowned Fairview Wine Estate
• Guided wine tasting at Haute Cabrière, famous for MCC sparkling wines
• Scenic drive through the Cape Winelands and Franschhoek Valley
• Free time for lunch in Franschhoek village (own expense)
• Afternoon Franschhoek Wine Tram hop-on-hop-off experience
• Panoramic vineyard views and excellent photo opportunities
• Relaxed pace with a mix of guided visits and leisure time

Travelers will begin the day with a scenic drive into the Cape Winelands, where the first stop is Fairview Wine Estate in Paarl. Here, guests enjoy a relaxed wine and cheese tasting, sampling Fairview’s well-known handcrafted cheeses and award-winning wines while taking in the farm’s lively atmosphere and vineyard surroundings.

The journey continues to the picturesque Franschhoek Valley for a visit to Haute Cabrière Wine Estate, one of the region’s most celebrated cellars. Perched on the mountain slopes, Haute Cabrière is renowned for its Méthode Cap Classique (MCC) sparkling wines and elegant still wines. Guests will enjoy a guided tasting and learn about the estate’s French heritage while soaking up sweeping views across the valley.

After the morning wine experiences, travelers will have free time for lunch in Franschhoek village (lunch at own expense), offering a choice of excellent restaurants, cafés, and local eateries.

In the afternoon, the experience continues with a ride on the iconic Franschhoek Wine Tram. This hop-on-hop-off tram journey allows guests to explore the Franschhoek wine route at a relaxed pace, passing through vineyards, rolling hills, and historic wine estates while enjoying the charm and scenery of the valley.

This full-day tour perfectly balances guided tastings, leisure time, and scenic exploration, making it an ideal choice for wine lovers looking to experience the best of Stellenbosch, Paarl, and Franschhoek in one unforgettable day.