Franschhoek Wine Tram Explorer Tour: Roundtrip from Cape Town at Day Trips From Cape Town

Franschhoek Wine Tram Explorer Tour from Cape Town

This full-day wine tour takes you from Cape Town to the prestigious Franschhoek Wine Valley, where you'll explore award-winning vineyards aboard the famous hop-on hop-off wine tram. You'll travel through one of South Africa's most celebrated wine regions, visiting boutique estates set against dramatic mountain backdrops and traditional Cape Dutch architecture.

The tour combines comfortable coach transport from Cape Town with the freedom to explore Franschhoek's premier wineries at your own pace. You'll ride both tram lines through the valley, stopping at carefully selected wine estates where you can sample local vintages and learn about the region's 300-year winemaking heritage rooted in French Huguenot traditions.

What is Included

• Roundtrip coach transport from Cape Town with complimentary WiFi
• Franschhoek Wine Tram hop-on hop-off access on both tram lines
• Complimentary wine tasting aboard the tram
• Commentary about the valley's Huguenot heritage and winemaking process

Good to Know

The tour lasts approximately 8 hours and 15 minutes including transport time. Wine tastings at individual estates are not included in the ticket price and must be paid on-site. Lunch is also not provided, but you can purchase meals at your chosen wine estate stops.

Children may join the tour but will not be served alcohol. The hop-on hop-off system allows you to customise your day, choosing which wineries to visit and how long to spend at each location. Both tram lines are designed to give you access to premier cellars and boutique vineyards throughout the valley.

If you're exploring more of the Cape's wine regions, consider the Stellenbosch wine tour for a different perspective on South African viticulture. For those seeking additional Cape Town adventures, the Table Mountain cable car experience offers spectacular city and coastal views to complement your wine country exploration.