SOUTH AFRICA · WINE TOURS IN STELLENBOSCH
South Africa is a long country and most trips get one shot at each region. These 15 wine tours in Stellenbosch are compared on price, on how long the driving takes and on who each one actually suits.
Cycle through historic Stellenbosch, Jonkershoek Valley, and two wine estates with tastings, chocolate pairing, and a cellar tour.
“Thoroughly enjoyed our bike tour of Stenenbosch and the wine tour, and Marshal our guide was informative, fun and most caring.”
Taste Stellenbosch wines on a small-group day tour with cellar visits, cheese pairing, lunch, local stories, and hotel pickup.
“Loved the variety of vineyards and wines we got to taste. Jake was an “awesome” guide and driver. It was great to be able to leave the driving and winery selection up to someone who knew the area so wel. The stories during the drive time were also interesting.”
Build your own Stellenbosch wine day with flexible stops, scenic estates, art, restaurants, and tastings on the Southern Route.
“Was a very nice tour to fantastic wine estates with trustful shuttles on the way. Perfect, thank you!”
Cycle through Stellenbosch’s Jonkershoek Valley by e-bike, visit two wine farms, taste local wines, and enjoy a small-group guided tour.
“An absolutely lovely morning spent around Stellenbosch, the vineyards visited were beautiful and Renaldo was so helpful and friendly he made us feel totally comfortable - memorable experience and we loved it. Thank you!”
Review of a flexible Stellenbosch wine tour with boutique estates, tastings, lunch views, expert guides, and pickup for groups of eight.
“Louis our guide was very knowledgeable being a winemaker himself and good company. We visited three wineries and enjoyed tasting 16 different wines.”
Ride a tractor through Stellenbosch wine country, choosing estates for tastings, food, and relaxed vineyard time at your own pace.
“Cute and different way to alder a handful of wineries! We come from California and are in between 2 wine regions and taking a tractor was a fun new way to go from winery to winery. It was only us and 1 other couple so it was a very relaxed Read more”
Review of Stellenbosch’s Southern Route Vine Hopper, with six wineries, flexible stops, pricing, timing, guides, and practical booking advice.
“Marshall, our host, performed his duties impeccably shuttling us to 3 wine estates. Vine Hopper is the way to conduct your wine tours.”
Explore six Stellenbosch wineries by air-conditioned minivan, with hotel pickup, flexible stops, and wine tastings paid separately.
“Splendid way to spend a day. Well looked after by our guides who were very helpful. Being picked up from your accommodation is a real bonus. Would highly recommend.”
Explore Stellenbosch’s Eastern Route by hop-on hop-off bus, with five wine farms, Helshoogte Pass views, tastings, and flexible stops.
Explore six Stellenbosch wine estates by hop-on hop-off bus, with flexible tastings, scenic views, helpful transport, and practical tips.
“Having a great hop on / hop off possibility to some of the greatest wine estates is already great. But if the day is combined even more with ingredients like the fantastic driver and Stellenbosch-ambassador Marschall and with nice other guests then the day is made to stay in memories :-)”
Explore Stellenbosch with guide Lejean on a private wine tour featuring boutique wineries, tastings, food pairings, vineyard walks, and local history.
“What a fabulous day! Lejean was a fabulous host, incredibly knowledgeable about Stellenbosch and local wine. We discovered wineries which we would never have visited and had an invaluable insight into the Cape wines and the amazing history of the region. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this experience, and when we’re next back in the area we will be in contact with her again!”
Review of Afrivista’s Stellenbosch wine tour, with four wineries, lunch, tastings, cellar visit, cheese pairing, and practical booking tips.
“We had such a fun and great day! Our guide Niel really went the extra mile. What was special was that he knew very fast what we liked and even adjusted the tour on the go, so we could have the best experience. A part from the amazing wines, we really liked the views, the scenery and all the knowledge we know now. The van was nice and cool. It was just the perfect tour to see some beautiful wine houses and taste great wine. This tour is a must when in Stellenbosch!”
Ride 45 km from Stellenbosch to Franschhoek by e-bike, crossing mountain trails, tasting wine, enjoying lunch, and returning by vehicle.
“Nice bike tour on easy trails (even single tracks are on beginners level). Some parts on traffic roads but well secured by the broom wagon. Crossing a few hidden and beautiful wineries using the backdoors. The guide provided interesting information about the wine industry. The long ride to Franschhoek leads through a remote and picturesque landscape. All in all, a nice experience and absolutely recommended.”
Explore Banhoek Valley by e-bike, visit two wine farms, taste local wines, and enjoy Drakenstein Mountain views on a small-group tour.
“Onze gids was erg enthousiast. Hij vertelde veel. 2 leuke wijn proeverijen gehad. 1 bij het bekende huis Tokara en de andere bij Rainbow’s end (ligt geweldig). Beiden stonden op mijn lijst om te bezoeken.”
Explore three Stellenbosch wineries by safari vehicle, with mountain views, gardens, and wine tastings paid separately.
“The tour was very enjoyable and pleasant. I anticipated that the 4x4 Jeep would take us off-road, but that was not the case. The tour takes place on normal roads. Nevertheless, the tour was highly recommended. The wineries we visited were very beautiful and the wine was delicious! The tour guide was also very friendly.”
Cape sea days, bush mornings, tasting rooms and the long road east.
