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Please note Backsberg Estate will be closed until further notice.
| DEPART: Franschhoek Terminal | Bus | 9:30 AM | 10:05 AM | 10:40 AM | 11:15 AM | 11:50 AM | ---- | ---- | ---- | ---- | Last Drop-off | Collect Only | Collect Only |
| STOP 1: Noble Hill | Bus | 10:11 AM | 10:46 AM | 11:21 AM | 11:56 AM | 12:31 PM | 1:06 PM | 1:41 PM | 2:16 PM | 2:51 PM | 3:26 PM | 4:01 PM | 4:36 PM |
| STOP 2: Babylonstoren | Bus | 10:19 AM | 10:54 AM | 11:29 AM | 12:04 PM | 12:39 PM | 1:14 PM | 1:49 PM | 2:24 PM | 2:59 PM | 3:34 PM | 4:09 PM | 4:44 PM |
| STOP 3: Backsberg | Bus | 10:26 AM | 11:01 AM | 11:36 AM | 12:11 PM | 12:46 PM | 1:21 PM | 1:56 PM | 2:31 PM | 3:06 PM | 3:41 PM | 4:16 PM | 4:51 PM |
| STOP 4: Vrede en Lust Platform | Tram | 10:43 AM | 11:18 AM | 11:53 AM | 12:28 PM | 1:03 PM | 1:38 PM | 2:13 PM | 2:48 PM | 3:23 PM | 3:58 PM | 4:33 PM | 5:08 PM |
| STOP 5: Plaisir de Merle Platform | Tram | 10:47 AM | 11:22 AM | 11:57 AM | 12:32 PM | 1:07 PM | 1:42 PM | 2:17 PM | 2:52 PM | 3:27 PM | 4:02 PM | 4:37 PM | 5:12 PM |
| STOP 6: Allée Bleue | Bus | ---- | ---- | ---- | 12:49 PM | 1:24 PM | 1:59 PM | 2:34 PM | 3:09 PM | 3:44 PM | 4:19 PM | 4:54 PM | 5:29 PM |
| STOP 7: Solms-Delta | Bus | ---- | ---- | ---- | 12:55 PM | 1:30 PM | 2:05 PM | 2:40 PM | 3:15 PM | 3:50 PM | 4:25 PM | 5:00 PM | 5:35 PM |
| STOP 8: Boschendal (Cellar Door) | Bus | ---- | ---- | ---- | 1:07 PM | 1:42 PM | 2:17 PM | 2:52 PM | 3:27 PM | 4:02 PM | 4:37 PM | 5:12 PM | 5:47 PM |
| STOPS: 5 | STOPS: 5 | STOPS: 4 | STOPS: 4 | STOPS: 3 |
Activities
| Estate | Wine Tasting | Restaurant | Picnic | Light Meal | Jungle Gym | Cellar Tour | Platters | Activities (Activities marked in red require pre-booking) | Tel. No. |
| Noble Hill | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Méthode Cap Classique Tasting | Picnics (Oct - April) | Restaurant (Wed - Mon) | (021) 874 3844 | |
| Babylonstoren | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Cellar Tours (Hourly from 11:00AM to 3:00PM) | Garden | Farm Shop | Spa | (021) 863 3852 | ||
| Backsberg | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Wine & Chocolate Pairing | Wine & Cheese Pairing | Wine Blending | Lamb Spit Sundays | (021) 875 5141 |
| Vrede & Lust | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Wine & Lindt Chocolate Pairing | Dalewood Cheese & Wine Pairing (pre-booked) | Garden Walk | Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides | (021) 874 1611 | |
| Plaisir de Merle | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Fudge Pairing | Cellar Tour (includes wine tasting) | (021) 874 1071 | |||
| Allée Bleue | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Cheese & Wine Pairing | Child-Friendly | (021) 874 1021 | |
| Solms-Delta | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Vineyard Tours | History & Archeology Tour | Social Tour & Dik Delta Tour | (087) 701 9734 (071) 088 3225 | |
| Boschendal (Cellar Door) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Wine & Chocolate Pairing | Sunday Buffet | (021) 870 4200 |
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Noble Hill
Noble Hill makes estate wines with pride in provenance, and humility in craftsmanship. Noble Hill wines are fruitful, structured, elegant, and above all authentic to their origin. Noble Hill is located on the the granitic northern slopes of the Simonsberg mountains which have produced South Africa’s finest wines for more than 300 years.
Noble Hill
Noble Hill makes estate wines with pride in provenance, and humility in craftsmanship. Noble Hill wines are fruitful, structured, elegant, and above all authentic to their origin. Noble Hill is located on the the granitic northern slopes of the Simonsberg mountains which have produced South Africa’s finest wines for more than 300 years.
Dining: Cosecha combines fresh Latin cooking with vineyard views. The name Cosecha, Spanish for ‘harvest’, reflects the restaurant’s location next to the working harvest area at Noble Hill where grapes are sorted and crushed. Ingredients are locally sourced and harvested from a vegetable garden which you can explore during your visit. If you are looking for lighter fare, you can order wine pairing snacks and cheese boards from the Nest menu, available in the wine shop. Pre-booked picnics are available seasonally.
Activities: Wine Pairing Menu, Picnics (pre-booked), Lunch
Website: Noble Hill
Wine Tasting
Dining
Picnic
Jungle Gym
Dining: Cosecha combines fresh latin cooking with vineyard views. The name cosecha, Spanish for ‘harvest’, reflects the restaurant’s location next to the working harvest area at Noble Hill where grapes are sorted and crushed. Ingredients are locally sourced and harvested from a vegetable garden which you can explore during your visit. If you are looking for lighter fare, you can order wine pairing snacks and cheese boards from the Nest menu, available in the wine shop. Pre-booked picnics are available seasonally.
Activities: Wine Pairing Menu, Picnics (pre-booked), Lunch
Website: Noble Hill
Wine Tasting
Dining
Picnic
Jungle Gym
Babylonstoren
Dating back to 1692, Babylonstoren is a historic Cape Dutch farm that boasts one of the best preserved farmyards in the Cape. Beloved for its magnificent garden that is laid out over 3,5 hectares, the garden is divided into sections that comprise fruit, vegetables, berries, bees for pollinating, indigenous plants and more. Every aspect of Babylonstoren is led by the ever-changing tapestry and botanical diversity of the garden. Wines are produced in a state-of-the-art winery and are made to showcase the soils and climate of where the grapes are grown.
Babylonstoren
Dating back to 1692, Babylonstorenc is a historic Cape Dutch farm that boasts one of the best preserved farmyards in the Cape. Beloved for its magnificent garden that is laid out over 3,5 hectares, the garden is divided into sections that comprise fruit, vegetables, berries, bees for pollinating, indigenous plants and more. Every aspect of Babylonstoren is led by the ever-changing tapestry and botanical diversity of the garden. Wines are produced in a state-of-the-art winery and are made to showcase the soils and climate of where the grapes are grown.
Dining: Housed in an old cow shed, Babel is a wonderful mix of Cape Dutch architecture with contemporary glass walls that makes for a simple yet edgy environment in which to try tasty yet often unconventional combinations. The restaurant has a farm-to-fork philosophy, which means food that is seasonal and that reflects a “pick, clean and serve” approach. Helpings are generous and depending on the weather you can take your meal in the glass-enclosed restaurant or under the trees in the courtyard.
Activities: Daily Cellar Tours (hourly 11am – 3pm), Garden
Please note that this wine estate charges an entrance fee for all visitors WEEKENDS & PUBLIC HOLIDAYS R20 per person | R10 per child WEEKDAYS R10 for all
Website: Babylonstoren
Wine Tasting
Dining
Light Meal
Dining: Housed in an old cow shed, Babel is a wonderful mix of Cape Dutch architecture with contemporary glass walls that makes for a simple yet edgy environment in which to try tasty yet often unconventional combinations. The restaurant has a farm-to-fork philosophy, which means food that is seasonal and that reflects a “pick, clean and serve” approach. Helpings are generous and depending on the weather you can take your meal in the glass-enclosed restaurant or under the trees in the courtyard.
Activities: Daily Cellar Tours (hourly 11am – 3pm), Garden
Please note that this wine estate charges an entrance fee for all visitors WEEKENDS & PUBLIC HOLIDAYS R20 per person | R10 per child WEEKDAYS R10 for all
Website: Babylonstoren
Wine Tasting
Dining
Light Meal
Backsberg
Established in 1916, the philosophy of Backsberg remains that of providing pleasure and enjoyment to a broad range of wine lovers by producing wines not only with structure and finesse but also with a high level of ‘drinkability’. In 2006, the estate was certified as the first carbon-neutral winery in South Africa. It boasts 80 hectares under vine of predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Merlot, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Grown on the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain in soils which are largely decomposed granite, the wines incorporate rich lively fruit with a judicious amount of barrel aging in both French and American oak barrels. The Historic Vat Cellar is unique and worth a visit.
Backsberg
Established in 1916, the philosophy of Backsberg remains that of providing pleasure and enjoyment to a broad range of wine lovers by producing wines not only with structure and finesse but also with a high level of ‘drinkability’. In 2006, the estate was certified as the first carbon-neutral winery in South Africa. It boasts 80 hectares under vine of predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Merlot, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Grown on the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain in soils which are largely decomposed granite, the wines incorporate rich lively fruit with a judicious amount of barrel aging in both French and American oak barrels. The Historic Vat Cellar is unique and worth a visit.
Dining: When dining at the Backsberg Restaurant, you will enjoy true hospitality in the beautiful gardens shaded by majestic trees. A mouth-watering experience awaits, with locally sourced seasonal produce served with award-winning wines in a relaxed atmosphere. The food is down to earth and delicious with a focus on tried-and-trusted recipes that the whole family can enjoy.
Activities: Picnic (pre-booked), Sunday Lunch Buffet (pre-booked), A’La Carte Menu (Wednesday to Saturday), Cellar Tour (pre-booked), Wine Blending (Minimum of 10 guest required – pre-booked) Chocolate Pairing, Cheese Pairing, Kiddies Play Area.
Website: Backsberg
Wine Tasting
Dining
Picnic
Light Meal
Jungle Gym
Dining: When dining at the Backsberg Restaurant, you will enjoy true hospitality in the beautiful gardens shaded by majestic trees. A mouth-watering experience awaits, with locally sourced seasonal produce served with award-winning wines in a relaxed atmosphere. The food is down to earth and delicious with a focus on tried-and-trusted recipes that the whole family can enjoy.
Activities: Picnic (Pre-booked), Sunday Lunch Buffet (Pre-Booked), A’La Carte Menu (Wednesday to Saturday), Cellar Tour (pre-booked), Wine Blending (Minimum of 10 guest required – Pre-booked, Chocolate Pairing, Cheese Pairing, Kiddies Play Area
Website: Backsberg
Wine Tasting
Dining
Picnic
Light Meal
Jungle Gym
Vrede en Lust
Nestled within a natural amphitheater shaped by the vertical cliffs of the spectacular Simonsberg Mountain, lies the Vrede en Lust wine estate. The history of Vrede en Lust Estate is a story of passion, vision and resurrection, which goes as far back as 1688, when Flemish merchant Jacques de Savoye arrived at the Cape with the French Huguenots. Today this breathtakingly modern wine farm, a family owned and managed wine business, is a tribute to its noble roots and continues to build on over 320 years of history and heritage.
Vrede en Lust
Nestled within a natural amphitheater shaped by the vertical cliffs of the spectacular Simonsberg Mountain, lies the Vrede en Lust wine estate. The history of Vrede en Lust Estate is a story of passion, vision and resurrection, which goes as far back as 1688, when Flemish merchant Jacques de Savoye arrived at the Cape with the French Huguenots. Today this breathtakingly modern wine farm, a family owned and managed wine business, is a tribute to its noble roots and continues to build on over 320 years of history and heritage.
Dining: At the heart of LUST Bistro & Bakery is a hearth: the traditional, wood-fired brick oven where the chef conjures up authentic artisan breads and all manner of delectable daily fare. The food is honest, abundant and delicious with an emphasis on simplicity and seasonal ingredients. The décor is modern and earthy, industrial loft meets farmhouse kitchen. Choose from the à la carte menu or daily blackboard specials – and don’t forget to pick up something fresh from the bakery counter to take home.
Activities: Garden Walk, Daily Cellar Tours, Lindt Chocolate Pairing (pre-booked), Dalewood Cheese Pairing (pre-booked)
Website: Vrede en Lust
Wine Tasting
Dining
Jungle Gym
Dining: At the heart of LUST Bistro & Bakery is a hearth: the traditional, wood-fired brick oven where the chef conjures up authentic artisan breads and all manner of delectable daily fare. The food is honest, abundant and delicious with an emphasis on simplicity and seasonal ingredients. The décor is modern and earthy, industrial loft meets farmhouse kitchen. Choose from the àla carte menu or daily blackboard specials – and don’t forget to pick up something fresh from the bakery counter to take home.
Activities: Garden Walk, Daily Cellar Tours, Lindt Chocolate Pairing (pre-booked), Dalewood Cheese Pairing (pre-booked)
Website: Vrede en Lust
Wine Tasting
Dining
Jungle Gym
Plaisir de Merle
Plaisir de Merle was established in 1693. For more than 300 years, Plaisir de Merle has been making French-inspired wines in Simondium, between Franschhoek and Paarl. It was one of the first farms to start cultivating vines in the area and has been excelling at it through the keen interest and hard labour of many generations of committed guardians. The Griffin, a mythological creature and symbol of Plaisir de Merle represents the foresight and bravery of these men and women and remains a guide for those to come. Today, the farm encapsulates two of the original Drakenstein farms, making it not only one of the oldest but one of the largest in the area, spanning over 1000ha, with 350ha planted to vine. The wine is an ode to France and is made with only the noblest of grapes. Chardonnay, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Merlot. Defiantly French in the heart of Simondium.
Plaisir de Merle
Plaisir de Merle was established in 1693. For more than 300 years, Plaisir de Merle has been making French-inspired wines in Simondium, between Franschhoek and Paarl. It was one of the first farms to start cultivating vines in the area and has been excelling at it through the keen interest and hard labour of many generations of committed guardians. The Griffin, a mythological creature and symbol of Plaisir de Merle represents the foresight and bravery of these men and women and remains a guide for those to come. Today, the farm encapsulates two of the original Drakenstein farms, making it not only one of the oldest but one of the largest in the area, spanning over 1000ha, with 350ha planted to vine. The wine is an ode to France and is made with only the noblest of grapes. Chardonnay, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Merlot. Defiantly French in the heart of Simondium.
Dining: This French-inspired pop-up eatery with bistro food good enough to drive from the city for, and a countryside atmosphere redolent of a Burgundian courtyard can be experienced at Plaisir de Merle. They are open for breakfast and lunch, from Wednesday to Sunday. The varied menu has everything from gloriously flaky croissants and the Plaisir de Merle French farm breakfast to lunch options such as cheese platters, fresh salads and nourishing soups. Breakfast and lunch options available for children as well. Should you like to indulge your sweet tooth, then tea or coffee and gâteau followed by a stroll to the winery will be just the thing. They are excited to share their nearly 400-year-old rich history, warm hospitality and je ne sais quoi.
Activities: Fudge Pairing, Flavour Sensation Tasting, Cellar Tour (pre-booked), Deli
Website: Plaisir de Merle
Wine Tasting
Light Meal
Jungle Gym
Dining: The Kitchen is the restaurant at Maison that spills out onto a deck overlooking the lawns and vineyards. The Chef focuses on local, seasonal produce and the principle of treating ingredients with respect. Expect food is that is unpretentious, with an emphasis on freshness, flavour and simple combinations of ingredients. A daily harvest of eggs, seasonal fruit, vegetables and herbs are handpicked from the kitchen garden and orchards, many of which are ingredients in the menu of the day.
Activities: Fudge Pairing, Nougat Pairing & Chocolate Pairing
Website: Plaisir de Merle
Wine Tasting
Light Meal
Jungle Gym
Allée Bleue
The estate owes its name to the statuesque blue eucalyptus trees that magnificently line the entrance to this prestigious destination. This scenic estate, with its Cape Dutch ambience is a working farm offering award winning wines, relaxed dining, ideal venues for functions and comfortable accommodation in its cottages. An intimate understanding of the terroir, careful nurturing of the vineyards and meticulous care taken in the cellar create the magic that is Allée Bleue wines. The uncompromising approach produces a range of internationally award-winning wines with distinct character, carefully crafted to create the perfect drinking experience.
Allée Bleue
The estate owes its name to the statuesque blue eucalyptus trees that magnificently line the entrance to this prestigious destination. This scenic estate, with its Cape Dutch ambience is a working farm offering award winning wines , relaxed dining , ideal venues for functions and comfortable accommodation in its cottages . An intimate understanding of the terroir, careful nurturing of the vineyards and meticulous care taken in the cellar create the magic that is Allée Bleue wines. The uncompromising approach produces a range of internationally award-winning wines with distinct character, carefully crafted to create the perfect drinking experience.
Dining: Bistro at Allée Bleue has something for everyone and is open for breakfast and lunch. The menu focuses on using in-season local produce and the variety of fresh herbs grown in the estate’s herb tunnels. A daily specials menu is available. The popular cheese & meat platter – is ideal when wanting to share a snack or enjoy a lighter lunch option. Picnics available – booking essential.
Activities: Wine & Cheese Pairing
Website: Allée Bleue
Wine Tasting
Dining
Light Meal
Jungle Gym
Dining: Bistro at Allée Bleue has something for everyone and is open for breakfast and lunch . The menu focuses on using in-season local produce and the variety of fresh herbs grown in the estate’s herb tunnels . Daily specials menu available. The popular cheese & meat platter – is ideal when wanting to share a snack or enjoy a lighter lunch option . Picnics available – booking essential.
Activities: Wine & Cheese Pairing, Herb & Wine Pairing
Website: Allee Bleue
Wine Tasting
Dining
Light Meal
Jungle Gym
Solms-Delta
At Solms-Delta we celebrate what it means to be South African. The food, the people, the music and, of course, the wine, telling the stories of where we come from and sharing ownership and profits equally with our workers, we bring a sense of pride, belonging and ownership to those who have, for generations, called our historic farm home.
Solms Delta
At Solms-Delta we celebrate what it means to be South African. The food, the people, the music and, of course, the wine, telling the stories of where we come from and sharing ownership and profits equally with our workers, we bring a sense of pride, belonging and ownership to those who have, for generations, called our historic farm home.
Dining: At the Fyndraai Restaurant, we share the warmth of the Cape in abundance: hospitality, generosity and really, really good food. Food that’s unpretentious, proudly local and just as adventurous as our wines. Our head chef explores the diverse culinary history of the Cape, which unites European, Asian and African ingredients, and reimagines them for contemporary tastes. The Fyndraai Restaurant housed inside the farm’s excavated historical cellar is part of a larger conservation project on the farm called the Dik Delta Fynbos Culinary Garden.
Activities: Picnics, Delta Deli, Farm Tours, Dik Delta Culinary Garden, Museum van de Caab
Website: Solms Delta
Wine Tasting
Picnic
Light Meal
Dining: At the Fyndraai Restaurant, we share the warmth of the Cape in abundance: hospitality, generosity and really, really good food. Food that’s unpretentious, proudly local and just as adventurous as our wines. Our head chef explores the diverse culinary history of the Cape, which unites European, Asian and African ingredients, and reimagines them for contemporary tastes. The Fyndraai Restaurant housed inside the farm’s excavated historical cellar is part of a larger conservation project on the farm called the Dik Delta Fynbos Culinary Garden.
Activities: Picnics, Delta Deli, Farm Tours, Dik Delta Culinary Garden, Museum van de Caab
Website: Solms Delta
Wine Tasting
Picnic
Light Meal
Boschendal (Cellar Door)
Established in 1685, Boschendal is one of the oldest wine farms in South Africa. Nestled in one of the most picturesque valleys in the Cape with a wine-making tradition spanning over 330 years. The estate offers an array of activities for visitors to enjoy and explore. Today, Boschendal is a Cape Winelands icon and an acclaimed wine and food destination. The vineyards and fruit trees have been joined by vegetable gardens and a growing herd of pasture-raised Black Angus cattle all reflecting their commitment to serving wholesome farm-to-table food.
Boschendal (Cellar Door)
Established in 1685, Boschendal is one of the oldest wine farms in South Africa. Nestled in one of the most picturesque valleys in the Cape with a wine-making tradition spanning over 330 years. The estate offers an array of activities for visitors to enjoy and explore. Today, Boschendal is a Cape Winelands icon and an acclaimed wine and food destination. The vineyards and fruit trees have been joined by vegetable gardens and a growing herd of pasture-raised Black Angus cattle all reflecting their commitment to serving wholesome farm-to-table food.
Dining: The Rose Garden picnics situated under the tall oak trees offers seasonal picnic baskets which can be enjoyed at carefully-laid out tables on the lawn. The Cellar Door offers a Cheese Board & Charcuterie Board that compliments your wine tasting perfectly. All the ingredients on the boards apart from the cheese, which is locally sourced from Dalewood Fromage, come from the farm.
Activities: Cellar Tours (pre-booked), Cheese Board, Charcuterie Board, Chocolate Pairing, Rose Garden Picnic (pre-booked), Horse Riding (pre-booked)
Website: Boschendal
Wine Tasting
Dining
Picnic
Dining: The Rose Garden picnics situated under the tall oak trees offers seasonal picnic baskets which can be enjoyed at carefully-laid out tables on the lawn. The Cellar Door offers a Cheese Board & Charcuterie Board that compliments your wine tasting perfectly. All the ingredients on the boards apart from the cheese, which is locally sourced from Dalewood Fromage, come from the farm.
Activities: Cellar Tours (pre-booked), Cheese Board, Charcuterie Board, Chocolate Pairing, Rose Garden Picnic (pre-booked), Horse Riding (pre-booked)
Website: Boschendal
Wine Tasting
Dining
Picnic
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