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Wine Tours of South Africa

Within easy driving distance of Cape Town, the valleys of Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek have become known as the 'Winelands' thanks to their superb growing conditions for European vines. Find out why a visit here is a great idea.

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A vineyard in Stellenbosch.

A vineyard in Stellenbosch.

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Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch, just a 30 minute drive from Cape Town, is not just the centre of the breathtaking Winelands region, but is famous for its history, beauty and culture.

The second oldest town in South Africa, it was founded in 1679 when a small island in the Eerste River was named by Simon van der Stel, the governor of the Cape. Soon, its rich soil and climate was being used to supply the vegetables and wines to the ships of the Dutch East India Company on their way to the Far East.

Wine estates we recommended in Stellenbosch

  • Delaire - This estate has amazing views, amazing food and great art.
  • Kanokop - Small and family owned, John Platter - a highly regarded wine critic - won the winery of the year in 2009. You can buy a very nice bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon from the tasting session here.
  • Spier - Spier is always fun for a family with children as there is so much going on. There is a cheetah sanctuary and 'Eagle Encounters' as well as many events hosted here.

Wine estates of Stellenbosch

Other attractions in and around Stellenbosch

  1. Home to plenty of cosmopolitan eateries, it is one of South Africa’s tastiest food capitals.
  2. Stellenbosch is considered to be one of the safest towns in South Africa and is an ideal base from which to explore the region.
  3. As well as visiting wine estates, other attractions include Tygerberg Zoo, Butterfly World, Drakenstein Lion Park and Le Bonheur Crocodile Farm.
  4. Admire the architecture of Stellenbosch; houses built in the Cape Dutch style, this style is unique to the Cape and is unquestionably beautiful.
  5. Eat at some of the finest restaurants, amongst beautiful countryside - described by wine guru Jancis Robinson as "the most dramatically beautiful in the world."
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A view across a scenic vineyard in Stellenbosch, showing why it attracts so many visitors.
The Dornier estate in Stellenbosch, where you can gain an insight into the world of winemaking.
The classic Cape Dutch architecture of the Lanzerac Hotel, one of the best in Stellenbosch.
As well as wine tours, you can visit the Cheetah Outreach centre at Spier Village, Stellenbosch.
One of the historical streets in Stellenbosch.
Located in a quiet, residential tree-lined street, River Manor is one of our recommended hotels.

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