Today is at leisure to relax in Franschhoek, the food & wine capital of South Africa, which is surrounded by beautiful mountains and vineyards.
Self-drive along the wine routes of Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl with many opportunities for wine tastings at famous wine estates.
Alternatively you can visit some of South Africa’s oldest and most distinguished wine estates using the hop-off Franschhoek Wine Tram, travelling through rolling vineyards in a combination of open-side tram and open-air bus (book ticket yourself online - advance booking essential).
The 'Blue Line' route visits Mont Rochelle, La Couronne, Holden Manz, La Bourgogne, La Bri, Rickety Bridge and Grande Provence. The 'Red Line route visits Maison, Eikehof, Leopard's Leap, Dieu Donne, Chamonix, Rickety Bridge and Grande Provence. Alternatively your hotel can arrange private wine tasting tours for you.
The Franschhoek Motor Museum contains an interesting collection of cars, motorbikes and bicycles dating back over 100 years. There is also the option of enjoying wine tasting on horseback, with all levels of rider welcome.
In the evening enjoy dining in one of the many superb restaurants of this small town (advance bookings essential in season).