1 Day Helderberg Valley Winelands Tour with Private Transfers
1 Day Helderberg Valley Winelands Tour with Private Transfers
Tucked away on the slopes of the Hottentots Holland mountain range is a small pocket of wine estates that are often overlooked. This journey sets out to uncover these hidden gems of the Helderberg, on the fringe of the Stellenbosch Winelands, as your senses are delighted with vast beauty, sensational tastes and fascinating tales of old. 'Helderberg' quite literally means "mountains with a clear view" and on a cloud-free day, you'll enjoy panoramic vistas that stretch as far as the Cape Peninsula and Table Mountain.
Set out on an historic yet innovative wine adventure to discover the view from above and taste the fresh flavours of the Helderberg region. From a wine and olive oil pairing at Morgenster winery to Lourensford's wine with decadent chocolate pairing, a summer picnic lunch beneath 300 year old trees at Vergelegen and end with a wine with a view finale at Waterkloof.
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Morgenster Wine Farm and Olive Estate
Begin with a light and innovative pairing of three of Morgenster’s wines with their award-winning extra-virgin olive oil. While this may be a more widely accepted pairing nowadays, Mongenster was the pioneer of this type of pairing in South Africa in the 1990s. At the time there were only 100 hectares of olive trees used for olive oil in the entire country.. Today, you can reap the benefit as you unpack the flavour notes of one of the world’s best olive oils with balsamic vinegar, olive pastes and olives to compliment the wine.
1 hourLourensford Wine Estate
Now that the wine is freely flowing and your taste buds awoken, travel up ancient oak tree-lined paths, to the decadence of Lourensford Estate. After a saunter through the lush gardens, you’ll be treated to a pairing of fine dark chocolate with some of their best wine offerings: Chardonnay teamed with orange dark chocolate, Merlot with cherry chocolate, Shiraz with hints of chilli and other artisan chocolate flavours. If time allows, check out the coffee roastery and deli. Just follow the aroma of a fresh batch of beans being roasted; the Abru beer brewery at the weekend food market spot.
1 hour 30 minutesLourensford Market Lourensford Estate
Then, prepare to be transported in time through the gardens of Vergelegen with a walk that pays homage to its deep history, with many fascinating tributes throughout the estate. Wander under the “Royal” Oak – planted from the last acorn of King Alfred’s oaks in Oxfordshire; believed to be the oldest oak tree in Africa; and the popular camphor forest, planted in 1700 by Governor van der Stel himself. The residential homestead is marked as a heritage site, and the 18 historic gardens have been restored to its prior glory days. All in all, this magical garden makes for the perfect spot for an optional alfresco picnic lunch beneath the Camphor tree forest or fine dining one of the two estate restaurants. (Lunch is for your own account)
2 hoursWaterkloof Wines
- The exact itinerary is subject to change and may, on occasion, run in a different order.
1 hour 30 minutesAfrica Select Journeys
- Do contact us during of after the booking process to let us know if you would prefer any changes to the tour and we can suggest an updated itinerary and cost estimate if there are any additional charges.
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Led by a local English-speaking professional tour guide.
- Private transfers to included tour highlights.
- 1x Bottled water
- Entry/Admission - Lourensford Wine Estate
- Entry/Admission - Waterkloof Wines
- Entry/Admission - Morgenster Wine Farm and Olive Estate
Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Summer picnic or lunch at Vergelegen - from R300 pp
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Must be 18 years and older for wine tasting
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Wine tasting or wine pairings are not included for kids under the legal drinking age of 18 years. Meals and drinks for children are for the adult’s account.
- Alternative wine estates may be selected upon request
- Restaurant bookings may be required and paid for in advance
- Pairing flavours may vary upon season. Photos and pairing flavours are only mentioned as serving suggestions
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
- This private tour will run exclusively run for you. The itinerary is flexible and can be tailored to spend more time at the tour’s highlights that interest you the most or swop for alternative options. Do contact us during of after the booking process to let us know if you would prefer any changes of the tour and we can suggest an updated itinerary, and cost estimate if there are any additional changes.
- The exact itinerary is subject to change and may, on occasion, run in a different order.
- Most travelers can participate
- Personal comprehensive travel insurance is excluded and recommended.
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Personal comprehensive travel insurance is excluded and recommended to protect you against unexpected trip cancellation, lost or damage of personal items and other travel related claims.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.