| ffs are increasingly drawn to the area, as South | | | | oldest town. It is renowned for its splendid Cape |
| African wines grow in reputation and popularity on | | | | Dutch architecture and charming oak-lined streets. |
| the world stage. Lovers of history too, come to | | | | It’s also the starting point of a major wine |
| enjoy the wonderfully distinctive Cape Dutch | | | | route, which encompasses twenty glorious |
| architecture of the majestic homesteads that dot | | | | estates and wineries within a concentrated radius. |
| the valleys and hills. The Cape Winelands are | | | | For this reason, it is included in the itinerary of |
| perfect to visit as part of a tailor-made holiday to | | | | most tailor-made South African holidays but its |
| South Africa, or to explore on your own South | | | | wonderful alfresco cafes and great shopping |
| African travel adventure. | | | | facilities do not disappoint the casual visitor either! |
| Whether it’s just a day trip from Cape | | | | Franschhoek |
| Town or a few days spent touring the sights, | | | | From Stellenbosch, the tiny town of Franchhoek is |
| there is plenty for you to see. If you are lucky | | | | reached by a picturesque mountain route. This |
| enough to be on a luxury holiday to South Africa, | | | | scenic road is one of the most beautiful drives in |
| you should include a few nights of decadence on | | | | South Africa. Travel along the twisting, winding |
| a specialised wine tour, staying on a grand Cape | | | | Helshoogte Pass (with its endless mountain vistas) |
| Estate. You will revel in the famous Cape | | | | and arrive in the town just in time for lunch! |
| hospitality, with world-class cuisine and, of course, | | | | Franschhoek is famous for its fabulous |
| a mouth-watering selection of local wines! | | | | restaurants and you can dine on wonderful food |
| If your budget doesn’t stretch to luxury, | | | | while enjoying panoramic views over the valley |
| there are many other ways to enjoy a | | | | and the pass. |
| tailor-made holiday to South Africa: View things | | | | Paarl |
| from a different perspective and hit the open | | | | Paarl -"the pearl of the Cape" — is home to |
| road on a Cape sidecar motorcycle, whizz around | | | | the original Afrikaans language and the largest of |
| the countryside with the wind in your hair as a | | | | the towns in the Winelands. Nederburg — |
| passenger, or take charge and drive your own! | | | | South Africa’s best known wine estate is |
| The area is also criss-crossed with hiking trails of | | | | located in Paarl, but over and above the obvious |
| all levels, and you can spend an afternoon strolling | | | | choice of wine-tasting, there are a host of other |
| through rolling pastures and vineyards — | | | | activities to try. The mountains around the area |
| stopping for a quick (or leisurely) taste on the | | | | are a designated nature reserve and there is a |
| way! You can also visit one of the many local | | | | network of hiking and horse riding trails, as well as |
| cheese or chocolate factories. | | | | fly fishing facilities and some of the best golf |
| The scenic route around the Cape Wineland region | | | | courses in South Africa. Travel companies offering |
| takes in a number of quaint towns and is easily | | | | balloon flights and helicopter rides can treat you to |
| explored by car or coach. Each town has its own | | | | a birds-eye view of the region that will take your |
| distinct personality and any tailor-made holiday to | | | | breath away. |
| South Africa should include a visit to at least one, | | | | If you are planning a luxury holiday to South |
| or all of them. | | | | Africa, you will definitely not be disappointed by |
| Stellenbosch | | | | the Winelands. |
| Stellenbosch is South Africa’s second | | | | |