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The Winelands and Cape Holidays

Just an hour's drive inland from Cape Town, at the heart of the Cape Winelands, is the historic town of Franschhoek. Founded in 1688 by French Huguenots (protestants) who brought with them a Gallic appreciation of all things epicurean, Franschhoek is the gastronomic capital of South Africa, its many excellent restaurants offering a world-class gourmet experience. The vineyards around Franschhoek and nearby Stellenbosch produce some of the finest New World wines, best sampled on a tour of the local wine routes which pass through picturesque landscapes punctuated with characteristic Cape Dutch architecture. Another must-visit on your Cape and Winelands holiday is the small coastal town of Hermanus, famous for its superb whale-watching, especially between June and October when southern right whales are in residence in Hermanus Bay. Inject some action into your holiday with sea-kayaking, deep-sea fishing and hiking, mountain biking or riding in the local hills with their unique 'fynbos' heathland.
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"Loved the lodge, such a beautiful spot, great wildlife. The park wasn't that big so was good for the kids as we weren't driving for hours to see game, but we always saw something. The lodge staff made it really special and organised a special dinner out in the bush for my husband's 40th birthday. The kids LOVED it... they woke up this morning (back at home) and asked, 'can we go on game drive this morning?'."
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Published on 21st March 2019
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What are the best ways to discover the Cape and Winelands?

After a night or two discovering the many delights of Cape Town, set off through the soaring mountains of Hottentots-Holland, Franschhoek and Wemmershoekberg in search of South Africa’s best wine estates. Cape and Winelands holidays are a deep dive into some of the best new world wines there are. With an expert at your side, explore the historic towns of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl, take in the traditional Cape architecture, and meander through tree-lined vineyards in the country’s finest wineries. One of the most picturesque wine regions in the world, breathtaking views are ten a penny here. Enjoy a sun-soaked South African braai (barbecue) as you sample the fruits of the land, from world-famous sauvignon blancs to a gentle, fruity merlot. End your stay in the small fishing town of Hermanus, which has become something of a whale-watching paradise. Choose a retreat perched on coastal cliffs and there’s a chance you’ll hear the slap of a whale’s tale on the ocean waves as you relax in your room.


Who are Cape and Winelands holidays best for?

A natural choice for wine connoisseurs, Cape and Winelands holidays offer an almost unrivalled opportunity to gallivant in beautiful vineyards sipping magnificent wine amidst stunning scenery. There’s a dream holiday here for all types of traveller – foodies can sample every dish on the menu in the gastronomical capital Franschhoek; novice historians can peel back South Africa’s turbulent past in the region’s museums and monuments; sports lovers can hike, bike, fish and kayak to their heart’s content and those who long for all of the above can plan a different epic adventure for every day of their trip.


What can you find during a Cape and Winelands holiday that you won't find anywhere else?

The glorious combination of nature, culture and adventure is South Africa's niche. Whale watching in Hermanus, wine tasting in the abundantly fruitful valleys of the Winelands, learning about Nelson Mandela and the country’s political past on Robben Island, driving through the jagged mountains that blanket the landscape or stepping onto picture-perfect Indian Ocean beaches, the potential for diversity is staggering during Cape and Winelands holidays.

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