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South Africa — Immersive Wine Route 8 days for two
A private, sensorial odyssey across the Cape Winelands — where historic Cape Dutch manors, guest chefs and artisan cellar masters set the tone for slow, elegant days. From Constantia’s coastal freshness to Franschhoek’s French heritage and Stellenbosch’s grand estates, this journey blends terroir, art and refined hospitality.
Private tastings • Guest-chef tables • Iconic manors • Art & design
Estimated from $28,000–$38,000 for two (excluding international flights)Signature highlights
- Private tastings curated by cellar masters in Constantia, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch.
- Guest-chef dinner with wine pairing on an iconic estate.
- Helicopter loop over the Cape Peninsula & False Bay (optional sunrise slot).
- Time for art, design & garden visits (Norval Foundation, Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden…).
- Handpicked manor suites & boutique retreats with discreet service.
Outline itinerary
Days 1–2 — Constantia & Cape Town
Arrival and private transfer to a historic manor in Constantia. Coastal lunch, afternoon at leisure. Day 2: curated tastings in Constantia, sunset at Chapman’s Peak or Table Mountain (weather permitting).
Arrival and private transfer to a historic manor in Constantia. Coastal lunch, afternoon at leisure. Day 2: curated tastings in Constantia, sunset at Chapman’s Peak or Table Mountain (weather permitting).
Day 3 — Peninsula from above
Optional helicopter over the Cape Peninsula & False Bay. Art pause at Norval Foundation. Easy dinner at a chef’s favorite address.
Optional helicopter over the Cape Peninsula & False Bay. Art pause at Norval Foundation. Easy dinner at a chef’s favorite address.
Day 4 — Franschhoek
Transfer to Franschhoek. Estate check-in, light e-bike through vineyards or tram line. Private cellar tour & tasting. Garden aperitif facing the mountains.
Transfer to Franschhoek. Estate check-in, light e-bike through vineyards or tram line. Private cellar tour & tasting. Garden aperitif facing the mountains.
Day 5 — Guest-chef table
Morning market & pastry class or farmer’s visit. Afternoon spa. Evening guest-chef dinner with wine pairing in a historic dining room.
Morning market & pastry class or farmer’s visit. Afternoon spa. Evening guest-chef dinner with wine pairing in a historic dining room.
Day 6 — Stellenbosch estates
Move to a grand estate near Stellenbosch. Vertical tasting with the cellar master, Cape Dutch architecture stroll, sunset among oak-lined avenues.
Move to a grand estate near Stellenbosch. Vertical tasting with the cellar master, Cape Dutch architecture stroll, sunset among oak-lined avenues.
Day 7 — Art & terroir
Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden or atelier visit; picnic among vineyards; final candle-lit dinner with mature vintages selected for you.
Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden or atelier visit; picnic among vineyards; final candle-lit dinner with mature vintages selected for you.
Day 8 — Return
Late breakfast, private transfer to Cape Town International. VIP assistance on departure.
Late breakfast, private transfer to Cape Town International. VIP assistance on departure.
Why this immersive edition?
- An elegant, unhurried route through three distinct terroirs with a strong sense of place.
- Privileged access to cellar masters and chefs for truly insider moments.
- Balance of gastronomy, design, gardens and restorative time.
- Handpicked suites, discreet drivers and concierge for seamless days.
Ready to tailor it to you? Share your dates, pace and style — we’ll refine the route around you.
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Fully bespoke on request: private winemaker’s table, collector tastings, helicopter transfers, art curator, or a full-villa take-over.
