Wine Routes

The Cape wine route is a feast of sensory sensations. Offering picturesque settings, breathtaking scenery, award winning wines and five star restaurants, no visit to the Cape is complete without a visit to at least one of the many wine routes available.

The wine lands are divided into different regions, each offering their own “wine route” . The most popular and well know are the Stellenbosch wine route , Franschhoek, Constantia, Paarl and Wellington wine routes. The estates in Franschhoek, Paarl and Stellenbosch can be reached via a scenic coastal route, which takes approximately 45 minutes by car from the city. The Robertson wine route , Helderberg wine route and Tulbagh wine route are also very popular among visitors and are well worth the extra drive time.

What is wonderful about our many wine routes is the fact that many of these famous estates are a mere 20 minute drive away from your Cape Town accommodation in the city.

The oldest of all Cape wine estates are situated in the beautiful Constantia Valley, a 15 minute drive from the city. Here a visit to Groot Constantia is a must. Developed by Simon van der Stel in 1685, this is the oldest wine estate in the country and the roots of the South African wine industry.

Another option for those pressed for time is a visit to the Durbanville wine route which is a scenic 20 minute drive from the city. In terms of white wines, Durbanville Wine Valley is best known for its frequently awarded Sauvignon Blanc, with its Semillon wines starting to attract attention. The Durbanville Wine Valley is especially noted for its Merlot and Shiraz

If you are visiting for longer and enjoy red wines then the Paarl wine Route is a must. Renowned for its exquisite red wines, it is also known as the "Red Route". They have established themselves on the world wine map with their range of internationally acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon, port and Shiraz wines.

Regarded by many wine critics as one of the premier destinations in the winemaking world Franschhoek wine route is a wine lover's paradise. This land was first used for wine production some 300 years ago by the French Huguenots and is now home to twenty-one wine farms, including some of South Africa's most respected and awarded names.

If you require any further information on the various wine routes available or would like us to arrange a tour around your personal wine preferences please contact our travel consultant who will be happy to discuss the various options available. We look forward to hearing your feedback of our wonderful wines. Cheers, Salut, Santé! We also have the World Cup, Cape Town travelling, Cape Town Tours and Cape Town Attractions pages.