On the journey towards the quaint town of Franschhoek, stopover at Babylonstoren. Like its namesake Babylon, this winelands is nestled on fertile land amongst the foothills of the Simonsberg mountains. With its historic Cape Dutch architecture dating back to the 17th century and a dedication to preserving all-things organic and a farm-to-fork focussed philosophy, this is renowned for its unpretentious wine selection. Slip into the daily rhythm of farm life as you meander down manicured pathways and immerse yourself in a small snippet of their eight-acre fruit and vegetable gardens and over 178 acres of rich farmland that’s under vine. After a brief stroll through the gardens, the real enchantment unfolds in their tasting room. Here, you can savour their flagship Bordeaux blends featuring berry flavours, a buttery Chardonnay with subtle notes of citrus and a hint of vanilla and indulge in a glass of MCC sparkling wine, the perfect accompaniment to a leisurely day in the winelands.

Lunch takes place in the gourmet capital of South Africa – Franschhoek – roughly 5 miles (8 km) away. Your private guide will point out the best sidewalk cafes and restaurants, and then leave you to enjoy lunch at your own expense. South Africa’s epicurean capital; Franschhoek, with its multitude of eateries is a must-do for gourmands and on weekends the local farmer’s market beckons with colourful stalls, tasty aromas and live music. You’ll have time to soak up the history of the French Huguenots who arrived in the Seventeenth Century, maybe catch an impromptu church choir performance in the street, shop for knick-knacks and bric-a-brac along the main street or savour a charcuterie plate and tasty local creations.

Your last stop of the day is a small Stellenbosch wine estate called Muratie, much loved by locals, with bags of charm. Its traditional cellars are typified by ramshackle walls and worn paintings -- adding to its rustic charm. Sample the estate’s fortified sweet port-style wine and locally produced chocolate (or similar*)– a winning combination! If you are not a fan of sweet wines the Muratie's classic white or red tasting is available as an alternative too. Relax on the journey back to Cape Town, where you’ll arrive in the early evening. - The exact itinerary is subject to change and may, on occasion, run in a different order. *Muratie's chocolate wine pairing experience will be discontinued by April 2024, and will be replaced with a similar value of wine tasting experience. - This private tour will run exclusively run for you. The itinerary is flexible and can be tailored to spend more time at the tour’s highlights that interest you the most or swop for alternative options.

This is a private tour running exclusively for you or your group. Do contact us during of after the booking process to let us know if you would prefer any changes to the tour and we can suggest an updated itinerary and cost estimate if there are any additional charges.