Embark on an unforgettable cycling tour through Stellenbosch and into the stunning Jonkershoek Valley. Visit 2 wine estates nestled in the mountains where you can participate in a delicious wine and chocolate tasting and a cellar tour.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 4.5 hours
- Starting time 9:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Visit interesting historic sites in Stellenbosch and Jonkershoek Valley
- Taste award winning wines at 2 different wine estates
- Enjoy a private cellar tour then indulge in a chocolate and wine pairing
- Admire the beautiful grounds and historic Cape Dutch architecture
- Cycle through Stellenbosch University
Full description
Start your tour at 9 AM at the tour operator's shop on the corner of Dorp and Mark Street to collect a bicycle or E-Bike and helmet to suit your size. Receive a snack pack included in the rate. The guide will carry saddle panniers for those who would like to buy wine en route.
Set off on your ride around interesting historic sites in Stellenbosch Town. Then, cycle further along the scenic Jonkershoek Valley where the mountains form part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. Follow a winding road through oak and poplar forests which leads to a wine estate nestled in the valley bottom. Here you can take in the stunning views while enjoying a wine tasting of some award-winning wines.
On the way out of the valley, stop at another wine estate which sports beautiful grounds and historic Cape Dutch architecture. Participate in a private cellar tour before you sit down for a chocolate and wine pairing that will make your taste buds tingle.
After the tasting, head back into Stellenbosch Town via the famous Stellenbosch University before ending the tour back at the tour operator's offices.
There are some variations on this guided bike tour for varying levels of difficulty so the tour can be tailored to suit your cycling ability. The tour lasts between 4-5 hours.
Includes
- Guide
- Bicycle and helmet rental
- 1 wine tasting
- 1 wine and chocolate pairing
- Cellar tour
- Snack pack
- Stops at historic sites in Stellenbosch
- Cycle through Stellenbosch University
- Optional extras
- Lunch
- Items of a personal nature
Not suitable for
- People who can't ride a bike
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Meeting point
Unit J8 at the Black Horse Centre, Opposite Builders Warehouse, Mark St, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
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What to bring
- Reusable water bottle
Know before you go
- The tour lasts 4-5 hours
- For an additional fee of R150, an electric bike can be booked in advance
- The tour operator is trying to cut down on single-use plastic; please bring your own water bottle which you can fill with cold water in the office before departure
