Franschhoek Wine Tram: Scenic Vineyards and Tastings
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22 Ratings
Franschhoek

Explore Franschhoek’s vineyards on a Wine Tram, taste fine wines, and visit historic Babylonstoren Farm. Discover the rich history and breathtaking scenery.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram - Enjoy a ride in an open-sided tram and an open-air tram bus.

Tram and tram bus schedules vary.

  • Boschendal - Experience the charm of a genuine working farm. Savor a tasting of award-winning wine.
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cape Town city centre
  • Local guide
  • Two wine tastings
  • Round-trip transfer
  • Passage on the wine tram
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Own purchases
Additional Information

Discover the true essence of the Franschhoek Valley - picturesque vineyards, breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, and fine wines. Experience a unique and leisurely journey through rolling vineyards in an open-side tram and open-air tram-bus stopping in at some of South Africa’s oldest and most distinguished wine estates. Your expert guide will take…

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Location
Franschhoek Wine Tram
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(22 Ratings)
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Desde_babia
Aug 7, 2023
Let's get on the train - It is an unmissable experience. Enjoying the beautiful landscape of the vineyards of Cape Town and surrounding areas from a bus-train is fun, pleasant and comfortable.
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Justin
Apr 7, 2023
Fantastic Day - Outstanding views. Fantastic service. Great experience. Close to Cape Town. Romantic and interesting Day. Highly recommended.
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Lilianaemilio
Nov 1, 2022
Excellent - The staff is super helpful. Try to buy your ticket before getting there for they really stick to their schedules. The vineyards are beautiful. Definitely a MUST. Dedicate a good half a day at least.
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Justin
Jul 31, 2022
Franchhoek wine tour - Great time. Friendly and helpful staff. Fantastic experience. Affordable. Really recommend it. Would do it again
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Aimeescott12
May 15, 2021
Wonderful. - Our curated wine experience was incredible. Our tour guide Roger ensured we learnt at each farm, tasted the best wines at each farm and walked away feeling amazing. It was the best experience, and Roger was a wonderful host. We are very glad to have had Roger as our guide. He ensured we received the best wines at each farm, and assisted us with choosing our favorites from each farm to purchase. Thank you Roger for the most fantastic day, despite the rain.
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Mazich11
Feb 27, 2020
Weintramm - Very good offer. To make the most of the time, you should prepare and visit 4 to max 5 wineries. We really liked Plaisir de Merle. Service, cheese and meat platter were top;-) We went there by sightseeing bus incl. transport by tram and buses. Price rather high for what is offered. Conclusion: we would do it again and limit ourselves to 3 wineries. Alternative e.g. with Uber.
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Impi
Nov 15, 2019
Wine Tasting - Very pleasant. Would have liked to be on the tram for a longer period as it is called a Wine Tram tour and you end up being on it for only two of the 10 farms.
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Juergenkaiserausb
Apr 25, 2024
you can do it - very touristy, but with good wineries! haute cabriere has an exciting cellar tour and fantastic sparkling wine, definitely worth a look
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Fredjcluver
Jan 7, 2020
Tram Fun - Awesome way to get around the Franschhoek wine farms .... and not having to drink and drive. Friendly staff and lots of route options.
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592tricial
Jul 8, 2023
Hire a driver for better value - Our driver, Ernesto, was the best part of the tour. I give him 5 stars! Due the the weather and the limitations of the wine tram due to recent flooding, he truly adapted the experience to our interests. He actually ended up taking us to a brewery and to the last prison where Nelson Mandela was released. The wine tours are for people truly interested in wine. The tram part is kind of pointless if you can get a driver to take you around instead. With the tram, you are very restricted by their timing. If you do not get to the bus within an hour, you have to stay at that winery for another hour. Honestly, you can find a driver/tour guide in Cape Town for a better price with more flexibility.
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