Stellenbosch

Hop-on Hop-off Tours

Discover well-known large estates such as Spier Wine Farm which has over 300 years of history dating back to 1692. Explore smaller, privately-owned Haskell Vineyards which is the residence of many of the most famous names in South African wines. For a change of pace, visit the Van Ryn’s Brandy Distillery. Housed in a preserved chateau-like complex on the banks of the Eerste River, it is the only local producer of brandy in the region. Learn about the origins of Van Ryn’s dating back to 1845. Situated high on the slopes of the Helderberg mountain, explore Alto Estate, world-renowned for its handcrafted red wines since 1922. Get a fantastic panoramic view of the region from Kleine Zalze Lodge, which is located alongside the first fairway of De Zalze Winelands Golf Estate. Along with the awe-inspiring manor house, Neethlingshof estate is steeped in history which dates back to 1705 and is distinguished by its beautiful avenue of stone pines.  With this pass, take your time at each location, and craft an itinerary suited to your interests and schedule.

Join in with a unique hop-on hop-off wine tour departing from Stellenbosch with stops at up to 5 different wine estates in the region. Start with a pickup from your accommodation and decide which of the farms you want to visit and how long you want to stay. Experience great wine tastings, fantastic scenery, and a lovely relaxed setting that makes this a must for wine lovers. The Eastern Route tour stops at the Zorgvliet, Boschendal, Camberly, Neil Ellis, and Lanzerac estates and you can decide if you want to go to all 5 estates or just visit a few and stay longer at certain farms. The route also offers some great restaurants at Lanzerac, Zorgvliet, and Boschendal.

On this unique hop-on hop-off wine tour in Stellenbosch, visit up to 6 different wine estates where you can enjoy specialized tastings of fine wines. With this ticket, you can explore these farms at your own pace, deciding when to start, where to go, and how long to stay. Enjoy spectacular views along the route of the winelands, where you can see all the way to Table Mountain in the distance and enjoy the splendor of the Western Cape.   This northern route also offers some great restaurants at Beyerskloop, Simonsig, Warwick, and Delheim. Taste some of the finest wines that can be found in the region, a perfect addition to your trip to Stellenbosch.