Golden oldies Constantia
Overview
Visit the oldest wine-producing region in South Africa and visit three of the oldest historic wineries, get to taste the world-famous sweet wine "Vin de Constance". Explore the Cape's wine history at Groot Constantia's museum and be enchanted by the old Cape Dutch builds of white and green. Lunch is a fine-dining culinary adventure at one of South Africa's top award-winning restaurants. End the end day with breathtaking views whilst sipping elegant boutique wines while you take in the last sun rays of the day, pouring down on a valley of vineyards.
Tour Information
Full Day
10:00am - 6:00pm
Full Tour Description
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Start the morning exploring the Capes most Historic wine estates.
First stop is Groot Constantia. Home of Grand Constance South Africa’s Oldest Wine. During your visit, browse the beautiful gardens surrounded by vineyards, visit the wine museum, Cape Dutch builds of white and green, view colourful art collections by local African painters and most importantly get a taste of Groot Constantia's iconic beloved wines.
Next head to Klein Constantia, the oldest wine farm in South Africa, established in 1685 by the VOC Governor of the Cape, Simon van der Stel. Klein Constantia is tucked away deep into the valley, step out into a time capsule of South African earliest wine days between the ancient trees on the upper foothills of the Constantiaberg. Sip on wines and taste the world-famous “VIN DE CONSTANCE” loved by Napoleon Bonaparte and celebrities alike and voted the best sweet wine in the world.
Lunch is at The Conservatory, guests may expect an eclectic, light and abundant menu, featuring uncomplicated yet perfectly executed food served in the most idyllic garden setting. Be transported to foodie paradise as this restaurant is no shy newcomer to placing among the top 10 best South African restaurants annually.
End the day overlooking sweeping panoramic views of the Constantia wine valley at my favourite Constantia winery; Constantia Glen. This Boutique winery is known for its outstanding South African, Bordeaux style wines.
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Visit the Cape oldest Wine estate, do a premium wine tasting and taste the world-famous 'VIN DE CONSTANCE" voted the best sweet wine in the world.
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Explore South Africa's most historically iconic wine estate, Groot Constantia.
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Culinary adventure at one of South Africa's most prized Restaurants.
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End the day off with a scenic wine tasting with the best views in Constantia.
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Rate Includes
Pickup and drop off from your accommodation in and around Cape Town, Private Driver/Guide, Museum access, Cellar tour, 3 wine tastings for two adults (Optional Chocolate and wine pairing)
Rate excludes
Lunch, cheese & charcuterie boards, additional beverages, gratuity
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Tour Pricing
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Tour pricing varies due to the size of the group (bigger the group cheap per person)
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Private Tours
Min 2 people
Max 10 People