Private Half-Day Stellenbosch Wine Tour
A private half day in Stellenbosch: a town drive and short walk, then as many tastings as you can fit in, with…
- Private, max 7
- Choose your pickup time
- Stellenbosch town drive and walk
FromR2,250pp
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Stellenbosch
Oak-lined streets, mountain vineyards and the Cape’s original wine route
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View Wine ToursWhy Visit Stellenbosch?
Stellenbosch is where South Africa first learnt to tour its wine country. In 1971 three pioneering farmers launched the country’s first wine route here, and today more than 150 wineries open their cellar doors across five sub-routes, from the Banghoek Valley to the slopes of the Helderberg.
Between tastings, wander the oak-shaded streets of the City of Oaks, founded in 1679, and admire its graceful Cape Dutch gables. Raise a glass of Pinotage, the grape created at Stellenbosch University in 1925, or toast with Kaapse Vonkel at Simonsig, the country’s first Cap Classique. With Cape Town just 45 to 60 minutes away, it’s an easy and richly rewarding day out.
- Home of South Africa’s first wine route, launched in 1971 by three pioneering farmers
- More than 150 wineries offering cellar-door experiences across five sub-routes
- Birthplace of Pinotage, South Africa’s own grape, created at Stellenbosch University in 1925
- Where the country’s first bottle-fermented sparkling wine – Kaapse Vonkel – was made in 1971
- A historic university town with oak-shaded streets and Cape Dutch architecture
Wine Specialties & Terroir
Stellenbosch is where South African wine touring began. Founded in 1679 and nicknamed the City of Oaks, the country’s second-oldest town anchors a mountain-ringed wine region that is home to more than 150 wineries that welcome visitors at the cellar door. Expect bold reds, Cape Dutch gables and a lively university-town buzz, all well under an hour from Cape Town.
Signature Varietals
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinotage, Shiraz, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc
Also Known For
- Red blends; around 18% of South Africa’s vineyard area; eight wards including Banghoek, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch, Jonkershoek Valley and Devon Valley; Stellenbosch University – the only SA university offering a viticulture and oenology degree
Climate
A Mediterranean climate of warm, dry summers and wet winters, with breezes off False Bay keeping growing-season averages around 20°C.
Soil & Altitude
Decomposed granite on the mountain slopes, giving way to sandy alluvial loams on the valley floors.
Did You Know?
- Pinotage is a Stellenbosch original: Professor Abraham Perold crossed Pinot Noir with Cinsaut (then called Hermitage in South Africa) at the university in 1925 – hence the name.
Available Wine Tours
Explore Stellenbosch through our curated wine tour experiences.
Private Stellenbosch Wine Tour with a Winemaker Guide
Taste 20 to 30 wines across young and historic Stellenbosch estates with Jim, a working winemaker and certified guide. Tasting fees included.
- Guided by a working winemaker
- 20 to 30 wines tasted
- Tasting fees included
FromR4,510pp
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Customised Private Stellenbosch Wine Tour
Tell the guide what you like and get a bespoke private day: think Oldenburg, Kanonkop, a lakeside cheese master class, Rust en…
- Itinerary built around your taste
- Kanonkop and Meerlust
- Lakeside cheese and bubbly master class
FromR2,750pp
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Private Stellenbosch & Franschhoek Tour: DeMorgenzon to Delaire Graff
A customisable private day: DeMorgenzon, a biltong pairing at Marianne, Fairview, Mandela's former prison and a finale at Delaire Graff.
- Fully customisable private tour
- DeMorgenzon and Delaire Graff
- Biltong pairing at Marianne
FromR2,300pp
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Small-Group Stellenbosch Wine Tour with Lunch & Winemaker Cheese Pairing
A full day in Stellenbosch mixing big names and boutique cellars, from Simonsig bubbly to a cheese pairing in a winemaker's home…
- Cap Classique at Simonsig
- Cheese pairing in a winemaker's home
- Lunch included
FromR2,550pp
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Private Full-Day Stellenbosch Wine Tour with Cheese Pairing
Your own guide for a day in Stellenbosch: Hartenberg, Thelema, lunch at Tokara and a cheese-and-wine pairing at L'Avenir, with door-to-door transport.
- Hartenberg and Thelema tastings
- Lunch stop at Tokara (own account)
- Cheese and wine pairing at L'Avenir
FromR3,200pp
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Private Wine-Expert Day Tour of Stellenbosch & Franschhoek
A full private day with a specialist wine guide: pick four estates across Stellenbosch, Franschhoek or Paarl, or let your guide plan…
- Private day with a specialist wine guide
- Choose your own four estates or a tailored plan
- Tastings included
FromR3,999pp
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Stellenbosch Half-Day Wine Tour with Cheese, Biltong & Chocolate Pairings
Half-day Stellenbosch wine tour from Cape Town: two estates with cheese, biltong and chocolate pairings, a cellar visit and a stroll down…
- Tastings at two wine estates
- Cheese, biltong and chocolate pairings
- Cellar visit
FromR934pp
View DetailsFeatured Wine Estates
Some of the estates that make Stellenbosch special.
Our pickStellenbosch
Delaire Graff Estate
Cabernet Sauvignon, art and Banghoek Valley views
Showstopper views, art and fine dining – the luxury pick.
Restaurant on site Walk-ins welcome
Our pickStellenbosch
Simonsig
Kaapse Vonkel – South Africa’s first Cap Classique
Cap Classique history (Kaapse Vonkel, 1971) – the bubbly stop.
Restaurant on site
Our pick Family friendlyStellenbosch
Spier
Regenerative farming, family picnics, wine since 1692
History (oldest dated cellar in SA) plus picnics and child-friendly gardens – great for families.
Restaurant on site
Our pickStellenbosch
Waterford Estate
Cabernet Sauvignon and wine-and-chocolate pairing
Signature wine-and-chocolate pairing and Helderberg setting – a crowd-pleaser.
Restaurant on site
Stellenbosch
Delheim
Wine-tourism pioneer with cheese platters and fynbos pairings
Restaurant on site
Family friendly
Family friendly Family friendly
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Stellenbosch: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I do a Stellenbosch wine tour from Cape Town?
Yes. We list 8 wine tours that visit Stellenbosch, including Private Half-Day Stellenbosch Wine Tour, Private Stellenbosch Wine Tour with a Winemaker Guide and Customised Private Stellenbosch Wine Tour. Open a tour for the duration, pickup details and live availability.
What wines is Stellenbosch known for?
Stellenbosch is known for Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinotage, Shiraz, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc.
Which wine estates can I visit in Stellenbosch?
Estates in Stellenbosch include Delaire Graff Estate, Simonsig, Spier, Waterford Estate, Delheim and Jordan Wine Estate.
How far is Stellenbosch from Cape Town?
c. 55 km by road (c. 50 km as the crow flies)
What is the climate like in Stellenbosch?
A Mediterranean climate of warm, dry summers and wet winters, with breezes off False Bay keeping growing-season averages around 20°C.
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