Cape Town Central Trip Overview
The Cape Winelands is probably one of the most beautiful countrysides in the world, with views of mountains, oceans, and vineyards. Learn about the heritage of the Constantia Winelands on our private tour and visit the 5 wine farms which originally formed part of the Simon van der Stel Constantia wine farm: Groot Constantia, Klein Constantia, Buitenverwachting, and Constantia Uitsig and Steenberg. We recommend enjoying a beautiful lunch overlooking the vineyards and pairing it with some of the best wines produced in South Africa. After the wine farm and wine tasting experience, we then continue to one of ten National Botanical Gardens covering 5 of South Africa’s 6 different biomes. Here you will immerse yourself in the richest flower kingdom in the world while learning about the history & natural heritage of the region you’ll also enjoy the fresh air and scenic views of the garden. Get yourself photos of flowers, birds, and Mammals if you are lucky.
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Duration: 6 to 8 hours
Starts: Cape Town Central, South Africa
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Cape Town Central, Western Cape, South Africa
The Cape Winelands is probably one of the most beautiful countrysides in the world, with views of mountains, oceans, and vineyards. Learn about the heritage of the Constantia Winelands on our private tour and visit the 5 wine farms which originally formed part of the Simon van der Stel Constantia wine farm: Groot Constantia, Klein Constantia, Buitenverwachting, and Constantia Uitsig and Steenberg. We recommend enjoying a beautiful lunch overlooking the vineyards and pairing it with some of the best wines produced in South Africa. After the wine farm and wine tasting experience, we then continue to one of ten National Botanical Gardens covering 5 of South Africa’s 6 different biomes. Here you will immerse yourself in the richest flower kingdom in the world while learning about the history & natural heritage of the region you’ll also enjoy the fresh air and scenic views of the garden. Get yourself photos of flowers, birds, and Mammals if you are lucky.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Castle of Good Hope, Corner of Buitenkant and Strand streets, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa
Being one of the oldest buildings in South Africa, the Castle of Good Hope is one of the historical stalwarts that is still open to visitors. It captures the historical events that took place in the Castle dating back 350 years ago. The Key ceremony and the Canon Firing all form part of the experience. Please note: The Key Ceremony runs Monday to Friday; Cannon Firing does not take place on a Sunday; These ceremonies are weather dependent. Inside the walls of the Castle, are amongst others, a church, bakery, living quarters, offices, cells and numerous other facilities. The yellow paint on the walls was chosen to reduce the glare from the sunlight and also because it reflects the heat.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Diamond Works, 10 Christiaan Barnard Street Ground Floor, Cape Town Central 7925 South Africa
Our second stop, here you will witness the first hand, art of diamond cutting and the careful craftsmanship of jewelry manufacturing by our skilled experts. All whilst enjoying a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. (OPTIONAL)
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Rhodes Drive, Newlands 7735 South Africa
Situated on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch is internationally acclaimed as one of the seven most magnificent botanical gardens in the world. The 528 hectares’ estate includes a cultivated garden and a nature reserve. The developed garden displays collections of southern African plants including many rare and endangered species. There are also visitor facilities in the garden including restaurants, a nursery, a gift shop, a bookshop and a permanent Zimbabwean stone sculpture exhibition.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Buitenverwachting, 26 Klein Constantia Road, Constantia 7806 South Africa
We begin our Simon van der Stel wine tour with Buitenverwachting (meaning Beyond expectation) wine estate. This too, had formed part of the original Constantia farm which was found by Simon van der Stel. Even though it changed ownership, they retraced the roots of the estate and restored the historical buildings on the farm. The farm produces 8 % Red, 90% White and 2 % Rose cultivars.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Constantia Uitsig Wine Estate, 26 Klein Constantia Road, Constantia 7806 South Africa
Here you will have the opportunity to taste the Chardonnay Reserve, Unwooded Chardonnay , Semilion, MCC and so many more award winning wines.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: End of Klein Constantia Road, Constantia 7848 South Africa
Our next stop is at Klein (meaning Little) Constantia wine estate. Set on the foothills of the Constantiaberg, with spectacular views across False Bay, Klein Constantia was also part of the Constantia farm by Simon van der Stel in 1685. Through its decomposed granite soil slopes and cool ocean breeze, Klein Constantia produces some of South Africa’s top wine. The farm produces 30% Red and 70% White cultivars.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Groot Constantia Estate Groot Constantia Road, Constantia 7806 South Africa
We then proceed to the historical Groot (meaning Big) Constantia wine estate. Groot Constantia is the oldest wine producing farm in South Africa since 1685 and even after the farm had changed ownership, it still maintains the production of high quality, award-winning wine. The farm produces 70% Red and 30% White cultivars. We can recommend a beautiful lunch either at Simon’s Restaurant or at Jonkershuis Restaurant, both set on this exquisite wine estate.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Steenberg Vineyards, Steenberg Road Steenberg Estate, Constantia 7945 South Africa
Our last wine tasting stop Steenberg Vineyards. Steenberg produces a variety of wines, including Méthode Cap Classique, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz, Nebbiolo and the ICON wine Magna Carta. Here taste wines of your choice and get a brief history about them. This is our last stop, after the driver will escort you back to your hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
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