SOUTH AFRICA

Grape Escapes!

South Africa is famous for its wines due to its diverse terroir, ideal climate and centuries-old winemaking tradition. The Western Cape’s fertile valleys produce a wide range of grape varieties, resulting in world-class wines. The Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Constantia regions are celebrated for their vineyards and award-winning vintages.

We are delighted to present to you this exciting wine staycation package in South Africa:

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN CAPE TOWN

Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport you will be met by our local representative and assisted to the vehicle for your transfer to Steenberg Hotel.

Arriving at the hotel, complete the check in procedures  thereafter continue to your room to freshen up, relax and unwind as the remainder of your day is at leisure.

DAYS 2 & 3: CAPE TOWN

After your leisurely breakfast, you can proceed to the foyer of the hotel where you will be met by your driver who will be at your disposal for the day.

Explore the HIGHLIGHTS of Cape Town at your leisure:

• Cape Town City
• Table Mountain (Weather Permitting) 
• Company Gardens
• Cape Point & Peninsula
• Simon’s Town, Boulders Beach and the penguin colony
• Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

DAY 4: STELLENBOSCH

After your leisurely breakfast, check out and proceed to the foyer of the hotel and transfer to Lanzerac Hotel & Spa. En route you will stop at a local winery for a wine tasting and a cellar tour (lunch for own account).

Arriving at the hotel, complete the check in procedures  thereafter continue to your room to freshen up, relax and unwind as the remainder of your day is at leisure.

Activities & Services: Waterkloof Wines & Vergelegen Wine Estate

DAY 5: STELLENBOSCH

After your leisurely breakfast, you can proceed to the foyer of the hotel where you will be met by your driver who will be at your disposal for the day.

Explore Stellenbosch the canal-lined avenues, in the shade of giant oak trees and beautifully preserved historic buildings. Travel over the Helshoogte Pass to the town of Franschhoek, historically dating back to the 17th century when the French Huguenots arrived. Billed as the Gourmet Capital of South Africa, this charming town, in a most picturesque valley, retains a French Huguenot style. Enjoy a wine tasting before taking time to enjoy the fabled culinary skills of the Franschhoek chefs at one of the many award-winning restaurants (lunch not included). Onward to Paarl, one of the Cape’s first farming districts. The town is set at the foot of the cluster of remarkable granite domes from which it takes its name. Return to the bustle of city life in the early evening after an enthralling day in the countryside

Explore the HIGHLIGHTS of the Cape Winelands at your leisure:

• Delaire Graff Estate
• Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate
• Warwick Wine Estate
• Kleine Zalze Wine Estate
• Spier Wine Farm
• Haute Cabrière – the home of Pierre Jourdan 

DAY 6: STELLENBOSCH

After breakfast, feel free to explore some more of your local surroundings or spend some time relaxing at the Lanzerac by enjoying the Spa, wine tasting or sometime around the pool with a good book and some bubbly.

Optional: Stellenbosch Museum & Bikes ‘n Wines Half Day Stellenbosch Tour

DAY 7: DEPARTURE FROM CAPE TOWN

After breakfast, checkout and transfer from the hotel to the Cape Town International Airport for your onward travels.

For further information, contact our team in Cape Town: southernafricatravel@icstravelgroup.com