Franschhoek Tram Wine Tasting Full-Day Experience
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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
Duration
8 hours
Number of Guests
2 - 13 guests
Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
Language
English, French
Other
Vegetarian, Family-friendly, Pet-friendly
Digital Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Discover the elegance of Franschhoek on a full-day wine tram tour. Visit 5 renowned wine estates, savor award-winning wines, and enjoy the charm of the scenic countryside.
Experience Details
Spectacular visit to the Franschhoek valley, a combination of charms of leisurely country life with the elegance of world-class venues. A connection of 5 wine estates in one trip, magnificent experience in a classic, French feel wine tram. A selection of award-winning and world renowned wine estates serving different wines with impeccable unique wine architectural feel.
What You Get
Bottled water
In-vehicle air conditioning
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tram Ticket
Lunch
Gratuities (Optional)
Wine tasting @ Grand Provence - varies from R80 to
Good To Know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
What You’ll Experience
1
Franschhoek
Upon arrival at Franschhoek, you will proceed to the Franschhoek terminal where be given your tram ticket with a brief explanation of how it's going to work, you will then go to the tram train. In the tram, you will choose if you want to sit below deck or upper deck, once all seated you will receive a complimentary glass of wine and your tram guide will explain where you will stop, and for how long, and brief background information about the Winelands of Franschhoek.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
2
Grand Provence Estate
The first wine estate. You will hoop off the tram and get into the tractor that will transport you to the wine estate of Grand Provance. Arriving at this magnificent picturesque wine estate, you will proceed to the tasting room. "Grand Provance estate offers award-winning wine at the winery, gourmet cuisine at the restaurant, and creative talent at the gallery" you will be given a wine pairing menu to choose from. There are various activities like wine-tasting, wine-blending tours, cellar tours (24 hours prior), wine & nougat pairing, oyster & MCC pairing, restaurant and deli, Art gallery, and many more.
After Grand Provance, you will be leaving for your second winery Rickety Bridge. you will be transported back with a tractor to the wine tram, then head to the Rickety Bridge entrance where you will hoop off the tram and get to the mini-bus.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
3
Rickety Bridge Wine Estate
Upon arrival, you will be amazed by the beauty of the small bridge and the backdrop of rugged mountains, a nice welcoming picture square. Here you can visit the wine cellar (24 hrs notice) and tasting room where you can experience tasting their renowned wines, or you can sit on the veranda and enjoy a meal while admiring the splendor of the magnificent surroundings. After you are done, you will then proceed to the third wine estate, the Franschhoek Cellar estate.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
4
Franschhoek Cellar
Franschhoek Cellar is a beautiful asset to the Franschhoek wine route that combines the charms of leisurely country life with the elegance of a world-class venue. here you will hoop off the wine tram and get directly inside, there is a restaurant with a magnificent wine farm view on your right-hand side, you will choose if you want to sit outside or inside, the view breathtakes the same. Straight ahead is the tasting ahead is the wine-tasting room with a kids' play area, kids can also have the opportunity of tasting grape juices paired with kiddies' snacks. Here "enjoy a wine tasting paired with Belgian chocolate or handmade cheese. Dine on alfreso-style lunches in the fabulous garden or sip an artisanal beer at the fabulous beer garden." After you are done, you will go back to the Tram, head back to Franschhoek terminal where you will hoop off the tram, and get into a minibus to Atlas Swift Wine Estate.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
5
Atlas Swift
Beautiful Elegant white and black wine estate with the pure architecture of a wine farm, in this wine estate you will drive past the wine farm to the tasting room, the view and the feel are so farmy. Here you will "be guided by an internationally trained sommelier for fun facts or serious wine talk, pair the wine with local cheese and charcuterie platter" - Atlas Swift website. Cellar you should be pre-booked. When done you will head back to the bus for the continuation of your Winelands experience.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
6
Pigcasso
This wine estate is a beautiful 100% wine farm feel. Upon arrival you will hoop off the bus and walk inside the tasting room, there is a variety of farm animals like big pigs, cows, chickens, piccork, horses, birds and many more. With very beautiful paintings that were painted by Picasso (the painting pig). Pass in between the amazing farm sanctuary and proceed to the back where you will be amazed by the big close view of the rugged mountain. Here you will taste a variety of white, pink, black, and rose wine while mingling and taking pictures with the animals. There are light meals if you want to snack a bit then after are done, we proceed to our last and final stop, Mont Rochelle.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
7
Mont Rochelle Hotel & Vineyard
"Situated on the slopes of the beautiful Franschhoek mountains, this win farm was established by Jarques de Villiers, one of the original Huguenots that came to the valley in 1688." Mont Rochelle. Located in the wine-tasting facility, the country kitchen offers relaxed dining, with a focus on local, sustainable, and fresh produce. Taste the world-renowned, award-winning wines with a pairing of cheese and fruits. Enjoy whilst overlooking the beautiful slopes and mountains, this wine estate is a delicacy at its best. Cellar tours and picnics and pre-booked.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
Meeting & Pickup
Select a pickup point
Pickup Details
Pickup will commence from The Onyx Hotel at 57 Heerengracht Street, Cape Town Central 8001, or the Cape Town Cruise Terminal at Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, 8002. Alternatively, we can meet at Cape Town International Airport or any hotel or accommodation within the Central area.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
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