South Africa

Stellenbosch

Cape Dutch winelands

Introduction

Cape Dutch winelands

South Africa
February to April — harvest season and warm evenings

A 45-minute drive from Cape Town opens onto South Africa's most storied wine valley. Three centuries of Cape Dutch architecture, oak-lined streets, world-class cellars and farm-to-table kitchens — all framed by jagged blue mountains.

Highlights
  • Private cellar tours at flagship estates
  • Vineyard lunches with chef pairings
  • Cape Dutch architecture walking tour
  • Cycling between farms in Banhoek Valley
  • Brandy and chocolate tastings in Franschhoek
Gallery

Stellenbosch in pictures

Experiences

What you can do here

Stellenbosch wine route
Franschhoek wine tram
Helicopter over the vineyards
Master-class tasting

Packages featuring Stellenbosch

All packages

Turnkey trips with a private chauffeur, 4-star stays and daily departures — bookable any day of the week.

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