South Africa · WINE TASTINGS IN FRANSCHHOEK
The good wine tastings in Franschhoek fill up weeks out and the best go first. Below: the 14 to book early, what each includes, and how they actually differ.
Guided e-bike winery tour in Franschhoek. Small groups, scenic rides, and two wine estates. Helmet, guide, and bikes included.
“Prince is a fantastic person and guide!! Was great!! Many thanks!!”
Private wine tour through Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and possibly Paarl with a specialist guide, tastings, and flexible half or full day timing.
“We had an unforgettable day winetasting at 3 unique wine estates in Franschhoek and then a great lunch at a restaurant in town. Collin's recommendations for which estates to visit were perfect and he made sure we received special treatmenRead more”
Pedal the Franschhoek Valley on an e-bike, stop at 2 to 3 wineries for tours and tastings, and enjoy mountain views in half a day.
“We had a wonderful day biking to the wineries in Franschoek. Prince was the perfect guide for our group combining a great sense of humour, his knowledge about wine and wineries and his ability to participate in some great conversations in a group from Belgium, Germany and Canada. The e-bikes were a good way to get some exercise while taking in the beautiful scenery and working up a thirst.”
Full-day Franschhoek wine tour with hotel pickup and guided tastings at three or more estates, plus live commentary for a small group.
“Really can speak highly enough about this tour with D our amazing guide. Incredibly knowledgeable and just very kind, she showed us the best spots and adapted to what we needed. Apparently she’s planning our wedding here also now 😂”
A small-group 7 km Franschhoek wine walk with 8 tastings, croissant and mimosas, and a sushi lunch, with mountain views and stories.
“Our tour with Matt was out of this world. I have learned so much about my town. Matt is an excellent tour guide. Would 100% recommend 👌”
1-hour horseback ride at Vrede en Lust Wine Estate near Franschhoek. Calm horses, helmeted guides, Simonsberg views, $75 pp.
“Es hätte nicht besser sein können. Die Pferde wirken entspannt und ausgeglichen. Sie sind aber keine typisch gelangweilten Schulpferde, die einfach in einer Reihe hintereinander hertrotten. Sie warten darauf, dass du mitarbeitest. Und trotzdem ist die Tour für jeden was, ob Anfänger oder Fortgeschritten. Das Pferd wird nach deinen Kenntnissen extra passend für dich ausgewählt. Alle Helfer sind super lieb und bemüht, dir das Beste mögliche Erlebnis zu bieten, was sie ohne Probleme geschafft haben!”
Guided 1-hour quad bike ride at Vrede en Lust in Franschhoek, with helmets, safety briefing, and big mountain-and-valley views.
“It was a wonderful experience to ride the quad through the vineyards. Michelle is very, very kind and an experienced guide. She is attentive, explains things well, and is cautious. The tour is highly recommended. We would do it again. Many thanks again to Michelle, and all the best! Christian from Germany”
Guided e-bike ride through Franschhoek vineyards, with wine tastings at two estates. 4.5-hour Cape Winelands tour.
“My shared tour became a private tour. I was really impressed by the beauty of nature around Franschhoek and even more enjoyed the friendliness and stories of my guide. We visited Stony Brooks, a more boutique estate off the beaten tracks with seriously good wines. Try the Ghost Gum, which has been awarded 5*’s. After this we visited Bri Estate, one of the oldest of the Hugenot’s estates, very beautiful view over the vineyards, paired with chocolate & Wine. I had a truly wonderful tour and woul recommend it to everyone!”
Full-day Cape Winelands winery trip from Cape Town with town orientation, up to four estates, lunch stop, Mandela prison views, and cheese pairings.
“Our guide was very accommodating with any requests. The wineries he suggested were superb and lunch venue fantastic.”
A 5-hour Franschhoek walking wine tour with 10 tastings at 3 farms, mountain views, and a harvest-style lunch, told through real local stories.
“Outstanding day out! Our guide, Cedric, was both knowledgeable and engaging. Highly recommended!”
Cape Winelands day trip from Cape Town with up to 20 wine tastings in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, plus Mandela prison photos.
“Visiting the wine regions of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl was an unforgettable experience – amazing wines, breathtaking landscapes, and warm hospitality. We enjoyed over 20 tastings, with standout red blends and Sauvignon Blancs. A special thanks to our guide, whose knowledge, passion, and excellent organization made this a truly memorable wine journey – highly recommended!”
A 4-hour shared e-bike tour in Franschhoek with two premium tastings, cellar visits, and big mountain and vineyard views, plus snacks.
“Mooie fietstocht gemaakt door de wijngaarden van Franschenhoek. Max was een geweldige gids. Vriendelijk, rustig. Heeft ons veel verteld en laten zien. We hebben een prachtige ochtend gehad.”
Private wine tour with lunch from Cape Town. Customize a Stellenbosch route with Kanonkop, Delheim, Oldenburg, Tokara or Waterford.
“Roy was able to tailor the tour to our requirements. We provided him with our requirements the day before and he was able to contact all the wineries and arrange a great route. Excellent day where we were able to visit 5 wineries. We were picked up from our apartment at 8-30 on the dot and didn’t get back until after 5 - what a day.?The lunch choice also was top notch. Roy was great for providing us with all the information we needed. I would certainly recommend this tour to others.”
Private Cape Winelands tour from Cape Town with three tastings, lunch with wine, and visits to Stellenbosch and Franschhoek.
“Ronald was superb! This tour was a highlight, outstanding wineries with excellent pairings.”
From the cableway to the Kruger gate, sorted by the kind of day you want.
