Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and the Wine Tram in one day
From €69 per personThe listed total duration is 9.5 hours. Stop times are approximate and the itinerary can change.Final booking with external provider
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Full-day wine-country trip

From Cape Town

Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and the Wine Tram in one day

★★★★★ 9.5 h · 335 Visible reviews
From €69 per person Listed pickup areas

A guided day combining Stellenbosch, winery visits and Franschhoek’s Wine Tram. It covers a lot of ground and may feel tightly paced, so check the selected package before booking.

⚡ Tastings included only with the relevant option · Price, options and availability can change. GetYourGuide confirms the current amount and which tastings each package includes.

Start time, pickup, estates, tastings and extra costs depend on the option and availability. Also confirm minimum age, rules for minors, identification and non-alcoholic alternatives.

✔ Transfers from listed Cape Town areas
✔ Stops in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek
✔ Franschhoek Wine Tram ticket included
✔ Tastings included only with the relevant option

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • A first introduction to the Cape Winelands
  • Travellers without a car who want organised transfers
  • Visitors wishing to try the Franschhoek Wine Tram
  • People comfortable with a full-day schedule

How long does it take?

The listed total duration is 9.5 hours. Stop times are approximate and the itinerary can change.

What's included?

  • Pickup and drop-off in the listed areas
  • Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guide
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram ticket
  • Complimentary bottled water

Is it worth it?

It is a convenient way to combine transport, wine towns, estates and the Wine Tram in one day. Its value depends on whether your package includes the tastings you want and whether a tight pace suits you.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Check the pickup point, start time, planned estates and included tastings on GetYourGuide. Pace your drinking from the first stop and budget separately for lunch and extras.

A varied itineraryCombines a short Stellenbosch visit, two planned winery stops and time for lunch and a walk in Franschhoek.
Wine Tram ticket includedThe ticket continues the route through Franschhoek, with estate visits depending on available time and the option selected.
Transport arrangedIncludes pickup and drop-off in the listed areas plus travel in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Flexible booking optionsTours run in English and French, with a private-group option and cancellation and payment terms to confirm when booking.

📖 How the day unfolds

After pickup, the transfer to Stellenbosch takes about 40 minutes. Another 40 minutes are allocated there for a guided visit, walking, free time, shopping or coffee.

The route continues to Lanzerac Wine Estate and then Tokara Wine Estate or a similar winery. The listed stops feature five-wine tastings, although inclusion depends on the package booked.

Short Stellenbosch visit

One planned hour at Lanzerac Wine Estate

One hour at Tokara or a similar winery

Its strength is bringing several sides of the Winelands into one day; the trade-off is an intensive itinerary that may change.

The specific wineries and running order may vary. Indicative route

Franschhoek and the Wine Tram

After travelling through Pniel, around 80 minutes are set aside in Franschhoek for lunch, walking and browsing the shops. Lunch is not confirmed as included.

Guests then join the Wine Tram. The source says that up to two estates are normally possible, with a third if time allows, but the wineries and final number of stops are not guaranteed.

Stellenbosch Franschhoek Wine Tram Optional tastings

What reviews highlight

Its strength is bringing several sides of the Winelands into one day; the trade-off is an intensive itinerary that may change.

Reviews frequently praise the guides, transport, scenery and organisation. Some travellers say the schedule leaves limited time at certain stops.

9.5 hListed duration
4.7/5Visible rating
335Visible reviews
21Listed pickup areas

🗣️ What reviews highlight

Guides

Reviews highlight their knowledge and manner; the guide summary score is 4.8/5.

Transportation

The vehicle receives positive comments for comfort and a summary score of 4.9/5.

Tour pace

Some travellers would prefer longer stops, particularly in Stellenbosch, within this extensive itinerary.

Wineries and tastings: what is confirmed

Lanzerac is described with five Premium wines and artisan chocolates. Tokara or a similar winery is listed with five classic wines, including rosé and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Wine Tram options shown include Grande Provence, Rickety Bridge and Franschhoek Cellar. These visits and tastings are optional, and the final estates may change.

Franschhoek Cellar displays wine-and-cheese, chocolate-pairing and wine-only options. Tasting choices

Before booking

Check which package includes tastings

From €69 per person

The offer displays a price from €69 per person, a previous price of €77 and a structured low_price of 69.17. Confirm the live price, tasting fees and exact package contents on GetYourGuide.

DurationListed as 9.5 hours
LanguagesEnglish and French
CancellationFree up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund under the displayed terms
PickupFrom 21 listed areas; confirm the accommodation, point and time
AccessibilityNot suitable for wheelchair users
WeatherRuns in bad weather, but not in extreme conditions
Check the price and package on GetYourGuide

Price, options and availability can change. GetYourGuide confirms the current amount and which tastings each package includes.

The return takes about one hour and may include a stop by the Nelson Mandela statue at Drakenstein. Return to Cape Town

How to book this experience

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The booking is completed with the external provider before payment.

Who is this tour for?

It may suit you if you want to see several Winelands locations without arranging transport and are comfortable with a long day on a set schedule.

Think carefully if you need wheelchair accessibility, prefer slow visits or require guarantees about particular wineries and tasting numbers.

Travellers wishing to combine Stellenbosch and Franschhoek People interested in wine, scenery and estates Groups that prefer organised transport Visitors comfortable with a flexible, active itinerary
Bring sunscreen and prepare for a long day with time outdoors. Practical tip

❓ Frequently asked questions

Are the wine tastings included?
Only when the corresponding option is selected. Check on GetYourGuide how many tastings and which packages your booking covers.
Where does pickup take place?
The source lists 21 Cape Town areas and also mentions accommodation pickup, but does not confirm that every property qualifies. Check your assigned point and time.
Which wineries does the tour visit?
The description names Lanzerac and Tokara or a similar winery, plus possible Wine Tram stops such as Grande Provence, Rickety Bridge and Franschhoek Cellar. The itinerary can change.
Is the activity wheelchair accessible?
No. The activity is expressly listed as unsuitable for wheelchair users.
Are lunch and tips included?
They should not be treated as included. The source presents them ambiguously, so allow for extra expense and confirm the terms on GetYourGuide.

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The tour combines towns, wineries, scenery and the Wine Tram on a guided itinerary from Cape Town.

Before deciding, check the package because it determines the included tastings, current price and pickup details.