Best Wine Tasting Cape Town Full Day Tour

Best Wine Tasting Cape Town Tour Highlights

• Hotel Pick up & Drop off
• Constantia Uitsig Wine Estate 
• Groot Constantia Wine Estate
• Constantia Glen Wine Estate
• Lunch (own account) 
• Beau Constantia 
• Steenberg Wine Estate
• Duration +/- 8hrs

At a Glance

• Tour Type: Private full-day Cape Town wine tour
• Duration: Approximately 8 hours
• Collection: From your Cape Town accommodation
• Wine Region: Constantia Valley, Cape Town
• Experience: Multiple wine estate visits and tastings
• Transport: Private air-conditioned vehicle
• Guide: Qualified local tour guide
• Lunch: Own account
• Return: Drop-off at your accommodation

Best Wine Tasting Cape Town Full Day Tour

The Constantia Valley is one of the world's most historic wine-producing regions and, remarkably, lies only a short drive from central Cape Town. This private wine tour gives you an entire day to discover its vineyards without having to worry about driving between estates.

Your guide will introduce you to the history of the valley, its wines and the individual estates while allowing plenty of time to enjoy the tastings and magnificent surroundings.

The day's route includes a selection of some of Constantia's best-known estates. Estate availability and the order of visits can vary, particularly during busy periods, giving your guide the flexibility to create the best experience possible.

Your Constantia Wine Tour Itinerary

🏨 08:30 – Hotel Collection

Meet your private guide at your Cape Town accommodation and travel towards the beautiful Southern Suburbs and Constantia Valley.

🍇 Steenberg Wine Estate

Begin your Constantia wine experience at historic Steenberg, whose origins date back to 1682. Surrounded by vineyards and dramatic mountain scenery, the estate combines centuries of Cape wine heritage with contemporary winemaking.

🍷 Constantia Uitsig

Continue through the Constantia Valley to Constantia Uitsig. The estate forms part of the historic Constantia wine landscape and provides an opportunity to discover more of the wines and character that make this region so distinctive.

🏛️ Groot Constantia

Visit Groot Constantia, South Africa's oldest surviving wine-producing estate. Established in 1685, Groot Constantia provides a fascinating combination of Cape history, architecture and wine culture.

Its wines have played an important role in the international reputation of the Constantia Valley, making this an especially worthwhile stop for visitors interested in both South African wine and Cape heritage.

🍽️ Lunch

Enjoy time for lunch at a suitable restaurant or wine estate. Lunch is for your own account, allowing you to choose according to your tastes and appetite.

🍷 Constantia Glen

Continue to Constantia Glen, beautifully positioned below Constantia Nek. Its elevated vineyards provide sweeping views across the valley and an impressive setting in which to enjoy another tasting.

🌄 Beau Constantia

Complete the wine-tasting portion of the day at Beau Constantia, a boutique wine farm high on the slopes of Constantia Nek. The estate's elevated position provides wonderful views across the Constantia Valley towards False Bay and the surrounding mountains.

🚐 Return to Your Accommodation

After approximately eight hours, relax on the private journey back to your Cape Town accommodation.

Please note: Wine estates and the order of visits may change according to opening days, seasonal availability, special events and local conditions. Your guide will select the best available route for the day.

✅ What's Included

• Door-to-door collection and drop-off
• Qualified English-speaking tour guide
• Private air-conditioned transport
• Wine estate visits
• Wine tastings as included in the tour itinerary

❌What's Not Included

• Lunch
• Additional food, drinks or wine purchases
• Gratuities
• Any optional experiences not listed as included

Why Book This Cape Town Wine Tour?

This is an excellent choice for travellers who want to experience the Cape Winelands without spending several hours travelling to the more distant Stellenbosch and Franschhoek regions.

• Explore one of South Africa's oldest wine regions
• Visit several renowned Constantia wine estates in one day
• Travel with your own private guide and vehicle
• No need to drive after wine tasting
• Enjoy a relaxed itinerary rather than a large group tour
• Stay close to Cape Town while experiencing genuine Cape Winelands scenery
• Learn about Constantia's history, vineyards and wines from a local guide

Travellers wanting to compare other wine regions can also explore our Cape Town private tours and other Cape Winelands experiences.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a private wine tour?

Yes. You travel in a private vehicle with your own qualified guide rather than joining a large scheduled tour.

How long is the Best Wine Tasting Cape Town Tour?

Allow approximately eight hours, including collection and return to your Cape Town accommodation.

How far is Constantia from central Cape Town?

Constantia is conveniently located in Cape Town's Southern Suburbs, making it one of the easiest Cape wine regions to visit from the city.

Which wine estates will we visit?

The itinerary is designed around leading Constantia estates such as Steenberg, Constantia Uitsig, Groot Constantia, Constantia Glen and Beau Constantia. Estates may occasionally be substituted depending on opening days, availability or local conditions.

Are wine tastings included?

Yes. Wine tastings specified as part of the tour are included.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is for your own account, giving you the freedom to select food according to your preference.

Can I buy wine during the tour?

Yes. Wine can normally be purchased directly from the estates visited during the day.

Do I need to be a wine expert?

Not at all. The tour is suitable for both experienced wine enthusiasts and visitors simply wanting to discover South African wine in a beautiful setting.

Explore More Cape Town Experiences

If you would like to experience more of Cape Town and the Western Cape, consider combining your wine tour with one of these very different private experiences:

• Explore our Cape Town Private Tours – discover Table Mountain, Cape Point, the Cape Peninsula and the Cape Winelands with your own guide.
• Cape Town Big 5 4x4 Safari – swap vineyards for a full-day African wildlife experience.
• Marine Big 5 Sea Safari – discover whales, dolphins, seals, penguins and marine birdlife along the Western Cape coast.