Franschhoek Historical and Wine Tour

A carefully crafted itinerary ensures that the tour covers a range of must-see attractions, hidden gems, and unique experiences, while also allowing for flexibility and relaxation. It balances famous landmarks and off-the-beaten-path destinations, providing a comprehensive and well-rounded exploration.
Our knowledgeable tour guide can greatly enhance the experience by sharing fascinating insights, historical context, and local stories about the places visited. They are passionate about their job, able to communicate effectively, and have a knack for engaging the group with their storytelling skills.

What's included:

• Bottle water
• Tour guide
• Vehicle & fuel

Not included:

• Lunch in Franschhoek which is optional
• Wine tastings
• Cellar tour
• All entrance fees

What to expect:

Duration: 8 hours

Babylonstoren

Babylonstoren Road, Simondium, Paarl, 7670

Babylonstoren is one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms, set at the foot of Simonsberg in the Franschhoek wine valley. It has a fruit and vegetable garden of beauty and diversity, unique accommodation, fine food and wine, and evokes a sense of wellbeing.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Groot Drakenstein Prison

On the R301 Road 5 Km from the R45 Huguenot Road, , Breede River

Drakenstein Correctional Centre: Groot Drakenstein is home to the Drakenstein Correctional Centre, formerly known as Victor Verster Prison. This prison gained international attention when Nelson Mandela, the iconic anti-apartheid leader and former President of South Africa, spent the last part of his imprisonment here in the 1980s. Mandela's release from Victor Verster Prison marked a crucial moment in South African history and paved the way for the end of apartheid.

20 minutes

Huguenot Memorial Museum

Franschhoek, 7690

The Huguenot Museum is a unique cultural institution that focuses on the history and heritage of the Huguenots, a group of French Protestants who faced persecution and emigrated to various parts of the world, particularly England, in the 16th and 17th centuries.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Huguenot Memorial Monument

Franschhoek

The Huguenot Monument, Franschhoek, South Africa: This monument is located in the Franschhoek Valley, a region known for its Huguenot heritage. The monument depicts a female figure representing religious freedom holding a Bible, with statues of Huguenot pioneers surrounding her. It serves as a tribute to the Huguenots who settled in the area and contributed to the establishment of the wine industry.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Delaire Graff Estate

Helshoogte Rd, R310, Stellenbosch, 7602

With a global reputation for excellence, Delaire Graff Estate is an essential South African destination set in acres of fragrant gardens, with exclusive boutiques, breathtaking art around every corner and sustainability at its heart.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Franschhoek

Franschhoek

Franschhoek is a small town located in the Western Cape province of South Africa, about 75 kilometers east of Cape Town. It is situated in a picturesque valley surrounded by the majestic mountains of the Cape Winelands. Franschhoek is known for its rich history, stunning natural beauty, and world-class wine production.
The town's name, which means "French corner" in Dutch, reflects its French Huguenot heritage. In the late 17th century, a group of French Protestants fleeing religious persecution in Europe settled in the area and brought with them their winemaking skills. Today, Franschhoek is renowned as one of South Africa's premier wine regions, home to numerous award-winning vineyards and wine estates.

3 minutes