Winelands & Beyond

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The Cape Winelands is the largest wine producing region in the Western Cape. There are over 200 cellars to choose from, allowing visitors to taste some of the finest wines in the world. Visitors can explore the rich historical and cultural heritage while visiting quaint villages and vibrant towns, museums and galleries, theatres and festivals.

Franschhoek, Paarl and Stellenbosch are three of the most popular towns in the region and accommodation varies from informal and relaxed, to distinguished and sophisticated.

Take a stroll round the historic town of Stellenbosch, which dates back to the time of the Dutch settlements. The Oak-lined streets house many excellent bars and restaurants and there are also museums and theatres to enjoy.

Work off lunch with one of many mountain walks. Simonsberg, for example, is a 1399m high mountain between Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl, where breathtaking views are around every turn.

ACCOMMODATION

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Bartholomeus Klip

Bartholomeus Klip has an exceptional reputation as a boutique hotel with impeccable service. Nestled at the foot of the Elandskloof mountain range, this original Victorian farmhouse operates...

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Cascade Country Manor

Cascade Country Manor is situated on 23 picturesque hectares, amongst olive orchards and vineyards in Paarl, and is an idyllic and luxurious private retreat. The Manor House has ten double room...

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Franschhoek Country House

Situated in the heart of the Franschhoek valley, Franschhoek Country House offers a range of luxurious rooms including Standard Rooms, Luxury Rooms, Garden Cottages and the more recent Villa Suite...

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Grand Dédale Country House

Grand Dédale Country House, located close to Wellington at the foot of the Bainskloof Pass, is set in the Doolhof Wine Estate, offers sweeping views of the valley as well as the Groenberg, Limiet...

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La Fontaine

La Fontaine is located in the heart of Franschhoek with spectacular mountain views. The guesthouse has fourteen spacious double bedrooms with en suite bathrooms; five are upstairs, one room is...

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La Petite Ferme

La Petite Ferme is an award-winning restaurant and winery set on the side of a mountain overlooking the Franschhoek valley. La Petite Ferme offers accommodation set amongst vineyards on the...

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Le Quartier Francais

Le Quartier Français is an exclusive boutique hotel set in secluded gardens in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley. Accommodation consists of Auberge Rooms, Grande Rooms, Petite Suites...

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Majeka House

Majeka House is an ideal base from which to explore the historical town of Stellenbosch with its interesting shops, galleries, museums, and alfresco café culture. Numerous famous vineyards and...

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Oude Werf Hotel

Oude Werf is located on vibrant Church Street in the university town of Stellenbosch surrounded by beautiful mountains. The hotel has a total of 50 individually styled rooms - intimate...

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River Manor

River Manor Boutique Hotel & Spa is a graciously restored hotel located in the heart of Stellenbosch. The hotel is an ideal base for exploring the Western Cape and its renowned Winelands...

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Grande Roche Hotel

Grande Roche is situated on the site of the historic De Nieuwe Plantatie in the Drakenstein valley of Paarl. Accommodation consists of 15 newly renovated rooms and suites, of which four are...

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Lanzerac Hotel & Spa

Lanzerac Hotel & Spa is located on the Lanzerac Wine Estate bordering the historic town of Stellenbosch. Accommodation consists of 48 spacious en suite rooms, including 5 Junior Suites, the...

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Mont Rochelle

Mont Rochelle is situated in the heart of the Cape Winelands in the scenic town of Franschhoek. The hotel offers luxury accommodation in 16 rooms and 6 suites spanning three wings of the proper...

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Spier Hotel

Spier is located in the Stellenbosch Winelands next to the Eerste River, with sweeping views of the Helderberg mountain range. The hotel's rooms are situated in village-style buildings grouped...

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Dwyka Tented Lodge

Dwyka Tented Lodge is a luxury safari lodge located in Sanbona Wildlife Reserve. Situated on a horseshoe bend of a dry Karoo ravine, the lodge has 9 luxurious and secluded tents. Each tent has...

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Gondwana Lodge

Located on Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, Gondwana Family Lodge resembles a typical thatched Karoo homestead and offers 12 large luxury suites, each with views over the plains, Anysberg mountains and...

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Maison Chablis

Just an hour out of Cape Town, is highly sought-after Maison Chablis Guest House. 

The guest house is surrounded by ancient oak trees which are set...

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Grand Dedale

Nestled at the end of a tranquil valley below the historic Bainskloof Pass, Grand Dédale is set within an award winning Wine Estate, offering sweeping views of the valley as well as the Groenbe...

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Delaire Graff

Delaire Graff Lodges & Spa is located on the crest of the dramatic Helshoogte Mountain Pass near Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands. Perfectly situated to explore the Cape Winelands, and a short d...

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The Last Word - Franschhoek

Situated in the heart of South Africa's winelands, the region is steeped in the rich tradition of wine-making exemplifies this region’s heritage as the French corner of the Cape. La cr&egrav...

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Les Cles des Montagnes

Set amidst vineyards on the edge of Franschhoek, only a short walk from the heart of the village, each impeccable villa is spacious and private with incredible mountain views (its name means 'the ...

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La Residence

La Residence is surrounded by vineyards and plum orchards, with a spectacular mountain backdrop, breath-taking views of the undulating countryside and an atmosphere of complete tranquility. ...

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Avondrood Guest House

This picturesque guest house is just an hour’s drive from Cape Town, situated in the peaceful Winelands country also known as the Franschhoek Valley. Avondrood’s original Victorian Cape-Du...

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Leeu House

Leeu House, a new family-friendly 12-room boutique hotel in the heart of Franschhoek, is an oasis of comfort and luxury that combines the tranquil feel of a country guesthouse with vibrant village lif...

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Babylonstoren

Babylonstoren is one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms.

ITINERARY IDEA

Day 1 - 4: Winelands & Beyond

Meal Basis: Bed & Breakfast

Nestled on a private quay in Cape Town’s bustling Victoria & Alfred Waterfront between a working harbor and the serenity of an international yacht marina, Cape Grace showcases the essence of the Cape with designs that reveal local creativity, whilst staying true to the warm atmosphere and personalized levels of service that have for years defined the hotel.

Choose from deluxe rooms to luxurious suites with views of either the mountain or marina to suit your preferences and staff will be on hand to help plan your special stay from private dinners to spa treatments or maybe a Champagne breakfast.

Day 5 - 7: Winelands & Beyond

Meal Basis: Bed & Breakfast

Just one hours drive from Cape Town lie the valleys and mountains which have become synonymous with some of the world's finest wines. Spectacular mountain scenery, fine hotels and guest houses, 300 years of wine making history and many of the country’s top restaurants combine to make the Cape Winelands into a much desired destination.

Delaire Graff Estate is surrounded by sweeping views across stunning vineyards and mountains towards Stellenbosch, one of the world’s leading wine destinations. This incredible location provides a sense of escape and privacy for the guests of the Estate’s Lodges and Spa. The ten sumptuously decorated lodges, each with their own private plunge pool, invite complete relaxation in an idyllic setting.

 

Day 8 - 11: Winelands & Beyond

Meal Basis: Full Board plus Activities

Situated in the internationally famous Sabi Sand Game Reserve, this exclusive 5 star lodge boasts nine beautifully appointed, thatched suites consisting of two separate en-suite bedrooms, each with their own deck and plunge pools.  All suites have air-conditioning, en-suite bathrooms, indoor and outdoor showers, and covered patios. The main lodge features a bar, gourmet dining area, wine cellar, library and a patio overlooking the pool and indigenous gardens to one of 5 waterholes that surround the lodge and offer fantastic views of game drinking and bathing.

This itinerary is a guideline, Africa & Beyond tailor every trip to your individual specifications including all accommodation, flights, transfers & activities, please contact us to discuss your ideas.

 

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