Cape Winelands Bikes and Wines Tour

If you’re young at heart and love the outdoors, go on a biking tour to experience Cape wine country from a different point of view.

Visit up to four first-class Stellenbosch wine estates situated 50km (31mi) outside Cape Town. Access is by quiet tree-lined streets and private farm roads that take riders through vineyards, with dazzling views along the way.

A cycling tour that embodies the culture and spirit of adventure in the Cape Winelands, Bikes ‘n Wines caters to all ages and fitness levels, offering personalized tours and adventures for private and corporate groups.

There are eight options, so you can find one that suits you best.

1. Stellenbosch City Cruise: 20km (12mi)

This is a fully guided cycle around the historic town of Stellenbosch. Learn about the history and culture of the City of Oaks from experienced tour guides. Tour includes a visit to two award-winning wineries.

2. Family Ride: 8km (5mi)

This is a guided tour through the Winelands, with tastings from two superb wineries and a brandy distillery. Qualified guides are on hand to ensure the safety and security of children while allowing mom and dad freedom to enjoy themselves.

3. Vineyard Meander: 9km (5.5mi)

This tour is for those who want a more relaxed pace and to spend the day absorbing their surroundings. The time includes a visit to two wineries and an award-winning brandy distillery.

4. Adventure Ride: 21km (13mi)

This is a tour for the young at heart! Enjoy cycling along private farm roads with panoramic views of the Winelands. The tour includes visiting four wine estates and stopping for a wholesome farm-style lunch en route. Please note that basic cycling fitness is required for this route.

5. Platinum Package: 15km (9mi)

This elite package offers you a visit to three wineries and a brandy distillery, where you’ll get to thieve directly from a barrel and indulge in a decadent brandy, coffee, and chocolate pairing.

6. Bottelary Hills Guided MTB Ride

Experience three hours of sublime mountain biking on jeep track, single track, through the vineyards and gravel forestry roads. This fully guided tour is for the mountain biker who wants to taste what the Winelands offers.

7. Honeymoon Package

Take a private tour through the Winelands, stopping at three wineries and a brandy distillery. Visit cellars still using old-fashioned techniques of winemaking and thieve wine directly from the barrel. This package includes a picnic lunch and ends with a complimentary bottle of South Africa’s version of champagne, Méthode Cap Classique.

8. Scenic 2-Day Tour

This two-day, one-night tour includes all meals and accommodation on one of the wine estates, where you’ll wake up to breathtaking views and not want to leave.