Private Franschhoek Tour with Tram From Cape Town

About this activity

Experience the “French Corner” of the Cape Winelands in the most charming way possible with our Franschhoek Wine Tram Tour. This full-day excursion takes you from your Cape Town doorstep to the heart of the Franschhoek Valley, where a vintage-style tram and open-air tram-bus await to whisk you through rolling vineyards and historic estates.

Designed for travelers who want the freedom to explore at their own pace, this tour eliminates the need for a designated driver. You simply choose your route, hop off at the wineries that catch your eye, and indulge in world-class tastings, gourmet lunches, or cellar tours before hopping back on for the next stop.

🌟 Tour Highlights

• Stress-Free Exploration: Enjoy round-trip, door-to-door transport from your Cape Town hotel to the tram station.

• The Vintage Wine Tram: Ride on a beautifully restored, open-sided tram that offers 360-degree views of the breathtaking Franschhoek mountains.

• Hop-On Hop-Off Flexibility: You are in control! Spend as much time as you like at each estate—whether for a quick tasting or a long, sun-drenched lunch.

• Diverse Wine Routes: Choose from multiple curated lines (Purple, Orange, etc.) that connect you to the region’s most prestigious and hidden-gem estates.

• Included Tram Tasting: Start your journey on the right note with a complimentary wine tasting served right on the tram or at a designated stop.

• Breathtaking Scenery: Traverse the “French Corner” of the Cape, famous for its dramatic peaks, manicured gardens, and centuries-old Cape Dutch architecture.

🗺️ Your Day in the Valley

01. Cape Town Pickup Your day begins with a convenient morning pickup. Relax during the 60-minute scenic drive as we leave the city and enter the lush, green valleys of the Winelands.

02. All Aboard the Tram Upon arrival at the Franschhoek terminal, you’ll board the vintage tram. You will receive a map of your chosen route, featuring a circle of stops at renowned estates.

03. The Freedom of the Vine As the tram-bus meanders through the valley, you decide where to hop off.

• Stop 1: Perhaps a cellar tour to learn about Méthode Cap Classique (sparkling wine).

• Stop 2: A world-class lunch overlooking the Franschhoek mountains.

• Stop 3: A final tasting of bold reds or crisp whites at a boutique family-run farm.

04. Return to the City After a full day of “hopping” through paradise, our driver will meet you at the terminal in the late afternoon for a comfortable and safe journey back to your hotel in Cape Town.

🗣️ Why Choose the Wine Tram?

The Franschhoek Wine Tram is more than just transportation; it is an experience in itself. It captures the romance of a bygone era while providing a modern, efficient way to see one of the most beautiful wine regions in the world. By combining private city transfers with the hop-on hop-off tram, you get the best of both worlds: a designated driver for the long haul and total independence once you reach the vineyards.

Ready to hop on? Book your Franschhoek Wine Tram adventure today!