Top Franschhoek Private and Luxury

If you’ve only got limited time to explore the highlights of Cape Town, then this guided tour is a perfect choice. Rather than being stuck on a sightseeing bus with large tourist crowds, you can benefit from the luxury of a private tour for just your personal group. Check off Bo-Kaap, Table Mountain, the Cape of Good Hope, and plenty more sights, with transport included along the way.

Discover South Africa’s Franschhoek Valley and its vineyards on this e-bike tour. Join a small group and pedal through the vineyard-lined valley, stopping at several wine estates for tours and tastings (at your own expense). This is a more dynamic way of exploring the area and allows you to fully absorb the beautiful scenery along the way.

Embark on an intimate 4 hour culinary journey through the heart of Franschhoek, limited to just twelve guests for a truly personalized experience. Here, the legacy of the French Huguenots—who settled in 1688—meets South Africa’s rich culinary traditions against the dramatic backdrop of the Cape Fold Mountains. Guided by a local expert, you’ll meander along the village’s oak-lined streets, pausing at carefully selected cafés, wine bars, and boutique eateries that celebrate the valley’s diverse flavours. Enjoy a curated progression of tastings: artisan coffees and baked delicacies, refined Cape-inspired plates, hand-crafted brews, and distinctive cool-climate wines. End at a serene wine estate overlooking the valley, where you’ll toast the day with a glass of sparkling wine as you take in sweeping mountain vistas. Blending heritage, flavour, and sophistication, this tour offers an indulgent yet relaxed way to discover the soul of South Africa’s most celebrated gastronomic village.

Swap overcrowded buses for an intimate alternative—a small-group adventure that feels more personalized than large group excursions. Enjoy convenient hotel pickup in Cape Town before heading off to check off the Cape of Good Hope, Bo-Kaap, Boulders Beach, and Chapman’s Peak. Onboard Wi-Fi keeps you connected, while driver-guide commentary adds context as you travel between stops.

We offer wine and food pairings, but guests must be prepared to eat and drink everything from wine, beer, brandy to all foods.

Explore the Franschhoek wine country by bicycle with this small-group tasting tour. You'll cycle for about nine miles (15 km), visiting four different wineries along the way. All tasting fees are included, and you'll get plenty of free pairing snacks on the way, from cheese and charcuterie to chocolate or Turkish delight.

Save hours reading reviews and researching local wineries, and opt for this hassle-free guided wine tour instead. Spend a full day traveling between some of the area’s best wine estates, with stops at Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl. Along the way, enjoy cellar tours and exclusive tastings with sommeliers. The experience includes special pairings with cheese and chocolate, plus convenient hotel pickup for a seamless day out.

Spin through the Franschhoek Valley on two wheels on this mountain-biking and wine-tasting tour from Franschhoek. Hop in the saddle and follow an off-road route through the beautiful Franschhoek Valley with your guide. Along the way, visit two wineries to sample some of the wines for which South Africa is famous, and learn how to pair local wines with chocolate or biltong. There are morning and afternoon tours available, and participants must be over 16 years of age.

Embark on a bicycling tour of Franschhoek and the Cape Winelands, enjoying a variety of food and wine pairings along the way. Set out from the gourmet capital of Franschhoek on a 10 km wine cycling excursion, heading up into the mountains where you'll stop and 'refuel' at two farms. Sample a glass of vino paired with biltong―a dried, cured meat that's native to the region―then give the wine and chocolate pairing a go.

Avoid the hassle of organizing transport and navigating by going on a guided cycle tour instead. Cycling is a fast and fun way to travel between vineyards and enjoy the best of Franschhoek in a short space of time. Enjoy three wine tastings, a snack pack, and a chocolate or biltong and wine pairing included.

Explore South Africa’s premier wine regions with the Franschhoek Wine Tram and a visit to Stellenbosch. Ride the iconic tram with panoramic vineyard views and enjoy curated wine tastings at renowned estates. Stroll through the quaint streets of Stellenbosch, rich in Cape Dutch architecture, before indulging in a delightful lunch in Franschhoek. Food and beverage are for own account. This full-day adventure includes convenient pickup and drop-off from your Cape Town accommodation, making it an easy and enjoyable experience for wine lovers and culture enthusiasts alike. - Full-day tour lasting approximately 9 to 10 hours - Private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off in Cape Town - Visit multiple wineries with wine pairings if offered by the winery. - Suitable for groups with a maximum of 7 participants, accommodating all wine enthusiasts.

Join us for a shared guided half-day cycling tour of +-15-20kms with an electric bike which takes you on an adventure through the historical Franschhoek and its wine valley in the heart of the Winelands. It allows the most breathtaking views of the valley while on the bike. Along the way, we are stopping to taste wine at two family-owned and award-winning small boutique wineries. You will have a specialist wine guide who will talk you through the wine history, seasons of the vines, and the gorgeous valley you will be in. One epic adventure on a bike to see one of Franschhoek wine valleys.

Discover the scenic Wellington Winelands on a private cycling tour from Cape Town. Set out on two wheels through this picturesque valley, meandering between vineyards known for their Pinotage—a popular red varietal that does especially well in this region. Stop to enjoy a private cellar tour and tasting, along with a picnic lunch in the shadow of the Hawequas Mountains. Opt for a more strenuous mountain bike ride at Welvanpas Family Farm or take a leisurely river walk instead. End your day with a brandy tasting (own expense).

With delicate grape varietals flourishing under the hot South African sunshine, Franschhoek is a wine-lover’s dream destination—but the vineyards are spread far throughout the rolling hillsides. On this guided wine tour, visit a minimum of three Franschhoek wine estates and sample the diverse wines for which this fertile corner of South Africa is famous. With all travel and entry fees included, find out for yourself what makes South African wine special.

This perfect family-friendly adventure offers an exhilarating way to tour Franschhoek’s world-famous vineyards by big-wheel scooter (aka ‘monster scooters’). If you can ride a bike, you can ride a monster scooter. And if you’ve got small kids, that’s OK too, because there’s room enough for them to safely stand in front of you and ride tandem. Depart from the Huguenot Monument then visit two wineries to take in the scenery while cruising down gently rolling hills.

This is a great pick for travelers who want to cover lots of ground, avoid tired legs, and explore South Africa’s diverse scenery with ease. Jump on an ATV and head off on a versatile countryside trail that showcases the Fynbos Kingdom, as well as mountain views, and world-renowned vineyards. The trip also gives you access to fantastic photo opportunities—including Walker Bay and Hermanus from above.

Our highly rated and renowned E-BIKE Sip & Cycle mountain bike experiences are an institution in Franschhoek . Now everyone can enjoy the exclusive routes, backroads and of course hand-picked wineries we have embraced over many years. Cycle at your level of comfort with our powerful e-bikes that will happily take you anywhere. Allow our fun and experienced guides to leave you with a "highlight of the holiday" experience.