Guided City Tours

Stop At: Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch, Western Cape

After you have been picked up from your accommodation in Cape Town. You will travel on the N2 motorway through the Cape flats to the Mountainous town of Stellenbosch. While you drive, your tour guide will give a commentary about the important landmarks that you will drive past. Upon Arrival in Stellenbosch town, you will have a chance to get off the vehicle and discover the quaint and cozy town on foot. Endemic Cape Dutch style buildings flows parallel to the leafy streets of Stellenbosch and over a 150-year-old water furrows makes a headway for the town's north-eastern gentle slope. Old and new shops trade in art, antiques, jewelry and carved wood. You may also want to take this opportunity to grab a coffee and absorb the town's vibrant energy before you move on to your first wine tasting experience of the day.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Lanzerac Wine Estate, No. 1 Lanzerac Road, Stellenbosch 7600 South Africa

After the quick exploration of Stellenbosch town, the next stop will be at Lanzerac wine estate for your chocolate and wine tasting pairing experience. Lanzerac is one of the oldest wine estates in Stellenbosch and covers about 200 hectares of land at the foothills of Jonkershoek Mountains. The beautiful wine estate is known amongst many attributes, for having the best examples of the endemic Cape Dutch Architectural buildings in the world. The Manor House which dates back to the 1830s has a provincial heritage status and together with the vineyards and wine cellar, creates a typical French tradition of fusing a country hotel and a wine estate. It is at Lanzerac that Pinotage was first bottled. However, your experience here will not have anything to do with the only South African wine but a unique tasting of 5 Premium wines paired perfectly with a selection of artisanal chocolates. The chocolates are meant to expose to you the different angles of the wine's texture before and after.

Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: Tokara Wine Estate, Helshoogte Rd, Stellenbosch 7600 South Africa

From Lanzerac, you will drive up and down the hilly and winding Hell's heights pass to Tokara. Unlike the historic Lanzerac, Tokara is known for its modern look, Views that stretches as far as Table Mountain and an olive groove that produces some of the best olive oils in the area. The wine tasting here consist of 5 classic wines including a Rose and one of the best Carbert Sauvignon in the area that has been closely natured for 2 decades since the turn of the century. The deep rich soils consisting of decomposed granite, weathered sandstone affords Tokara the privilege to grow individual batches that are then blended to make top tier wines. The Tokara wine advisor will share with all the information of the wines as you taste them individually and should you have time, you might also want to try the olive oils or even a cheese platter. We reserve the right to make an alternative stop should Tokara be fully booked or closed for private events

Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: Franschhoek, Franschhoek, Western Cape

After your second wine tasting experience, the journey will take us to Franschhoek town via the historic town of Pniel. A great many farmers hailing from France showed up at the Cape in the 1680s and were subsequently granted land here to grow vineyards and thus the town became known as Franschhoek, meaning the French's corner. Surrounded by mountains and manicured vineyards on all sides, Franschhoek gives one a beautiful correlation of nature and man's work. The beautifully done Leeu estate consisting of art galleries, hotel and restaurants leaves one with a burning desire to stay here for much longer. We will have a lunch break here and you may also want to take this opportunity to explore the shops, this town would not disappoint. Same as in Stellenbosch, here one may find art stores, jewelry stores, fine leather stores, clothing stores or even fine chocolate factories!

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Franschhoek Wine Tram - Official Site (Franschhoek Terminal), Corner of Main Road, and, Cabriere St, Franschhoek, 7690, South Africa

Soon after the lunch break and the exploration of Franschhoek, the tour will make a headway for the Franschhoek terminals for your second leg of the wine tasting experience by tram. Your tour guide will give you your tram tickets and explain to you how to read the tram's timetable. It usually takes about 8 minutes for the tram to travel between farms and you may hope off at farm of your choice among the list of farms provided on your route. Two would be the maximum number of farms that you can visit by tram but you may also do a third one, time permitting. 

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Rickety Bridge Wine Estate, R45, Main Road Franschhoek, Franschhoek 7690 South Africa

Your first possible stop by tram would be at the first female owned farm in Franschhoek, Rickety bridge. The tram will drop you off at the Rickety Bridge terminals where you will be picked up by a farm tractor with comfortable seats and transported to the wine tasting area. Here you will be more than welcome to choose any of the available wine tasting options. You may also opt out of the wine tasting and instead seat at Paulina's restaurant where you can grab a snack, coffee or order a glass of wine and enjoy the panoramic views of the mountains and the vineyards of the Franschhoek valley.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Franschhoek Cellar, R45 Franschhoek Main Road, Franschhoek 7680 South Africa

Franschhoek cellar is one of the farms in the winelands of Cape Town that offers the unique wine and cheese or handmade Belgian chocolate pairings. The Belgian chocolate are made down the road in the same town and so is the wine. A traditional wine only tasting is also available should that be a better choice for you. The Franschhoek cellar is also the closest to the tram terminals and should you like to stretch your legs after a full day of multiple wine tasting, you could actually walk to the terminals to meet with your tour guide and the rest of the group.

Duration: 45 minutes

Pass By: Groot Drakenstein Prison, On the R301 Road 5 Km from the R45 Huguenot Road, Breede River, Witzenberg Municipality South Africa

On our way back to Cape Town, you will have an opportunity to stop at a prison where Nelson Mandela spent the last 2 years of his 27 years in incarceration. A lifesize bronze statue of this great man stands just outside the prison gates with his fist clenched into the air as if to symbolize strength and courage. Your guide will give you a brief summary about the prison's past, present and the release of Nelson Mandela before proceeding on to Cape Town for drop off at your hotel.

Stop At: Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, Tafelberg Road Lower Cable Station, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa

The accredited guide will meet you at your hotel in the morning and accompany you to Table Mountain, one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. After a scenic drive, you’ll ascend by cable car to the summit, where breathtaking views of Cape Town, Robben Island, and the Cape Peninsula unfold before you. Your guide will share fascinating insights into the mountain’s unique flora, fauna, and geology, while ensuring you have ample time to explore and capture unforgettable photos.

Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Robben Island Museum, Cape Town Central 8002 South Africa

After descending Table Mountain, the accredited guide will escort you to the V&A Waterfront, where you’ll board the ferry to Robben Island. During the crossing, enjoy stunning views of Cape Town’s skyline and Table Mountain from the water. On arrival, you’ll be welcomed by a local guide often a former political prisoner who will share powerful stories of life on the island. You’ll visit the historic prison where Nelson Mandela was held, explore key sites such as the limestone quarry, and gain deep insight into South Africa’s journey to democracy. The experience is both moving and educational, offering a unique perspective on resilience and freedom.

Duration: 4 hours

Pass By: Paarl, Paarl, Western Cape

We’re about 70 kilometers out of Cape Town now, heading into Paarl, one of the oldest wine regions in South Africa. This town has been making wine for centuries, and you’ll notice the vineyards stretching across the valley. But what really catches the eye is Paarl Rock, that huge granite dome rising above the landscape. It’s actually one of the biggest single rock formations in the world, second only to Uluru in Australia. As we drive past, take in the mix of history, wine, and scenery, it’s a real gem of the Cape Winelands

Pass By: Huguenot Tunnel, South Africa

We will drive through the Huguenot Tunnel about nearly 4 kilometers long. it was built by Italian engineers to make travel easier than the old Du Toitskloof Pass. Once we’re through, the road opens into a valley framed by two mountain ranges. The sharp ridges and dramatic peaks here are a perfect example of the African landscape rugged, striking, and unforgettable. It’s one of those drives where the scenery really steals the show.

Pass By: Worcester, Worcester, Western Cape

We will drive pass Worceste, one of the Western Cape’s most historic wine valleys, a place that has been producing some of South Africa’s finest wines for generations. What makes this area so special is the Breede River, flowing through the valley and fed by smaller streams and the melting winter snow from the surrounding mountains. It’s this natural water source that gives life to the vineyards and orchards you see around us. The combination of rich history, fertile land, and breathtaking scenery makes this drive something truly memorable.

Stop At: Aquila Private Game Reserve Head Office, 2 Highfield Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa

ust two hours from Cape Town, we arrive at Aquila — a 4,500‑hectare game reserve that’s home to Africa’s Big Five. On arrival, guests are welcomed with a refreshing drink before enjoying a generous buffet breakfast. Then it’s time for the highlight: a safari in open 4x4 vehicles, lasting up to three hours, as we set out in search of lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and leopards. After the adventure, a delicious buffet lunch is served back at the lodge. In summer, you can cool off in the swimming pool, while in winter, guests gather around a warm bonfire by the poolside before heading back to Cape Town. It’s a full day of wildlife, comfort, and unforgettable memories

Duration: 4 hours