Cape Town: 7-Day Garden Route Tour with Wine Tasting
The Heads, Eastern Cape
Explore the Garden Route on a 7-day tour from Cape Town. Visit the Cape of Good Hope, Stellenbosch, Hermanus, Oudtshoorn, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, and Botlierskop Game Reserve.
Overview
This 7-day Eastern Cape and Western Cape tour suits travelers interested in wildlife, wine tasting, historic towns, and natural landmarks around Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Hermanus, and the Garden Route.
Highlights
- Spot humpback whales in Hermanus
- Explore the Cango Caves with limestone formations over 800,000 years old
- Visit Knysna Heads with views over the lagoon
- Enjoy a Big 5 game drive at Botlierskop Game Reserve
- Discover Stellenbosch’s history on a walking tour with wine tasting
Itinerary
Day 1: Cape of Good Hope
Meet your guide and group in Cape Town. Visit the Cape of Good Hope to enjoy coastal views and learn about the area’s history.
Day 2: Cape Town City and Stellenbosch
Explore Cape Town independently. Optional activities include Table Mountain, Robben Island, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, or hiking Lion’s Head. Travel to Stellenbosch in the late afternoon.
Day 3: Stellenbosch Walking Tour and Wine Tasting
Take a 3-hour historical walking tour in Stellenbosch, South Africa’s second oldest town. Afterwards, visit a top wine farm for tasting and lunch. Return to Stellenbosch to pack for the journey to Hermanus.
Day 4: Hermanus Whale Watching and Oudtshoorn
Early morning whale spotting in Hermanus, either from shore or your accommodation. Optional whale-watching boat tours are available, weather permitting. Drive to Oudtshoorn via the R62 wine route in the afternoon.
Day 5: Cango Caves and Plettenberg Bay
Tour the Cango Caves, known for their ancient limestone formations. Lunch at a local ostrich farm before driving through the Swartberg and Outeniqua passes to Plettenberg Bay.
Day 6: Plettenberg Bay, Tsitsikamma, and Knysna
Spend the morning at Plettenberg Bay beach. After lunch, choose to visit Monkeyland or Birds of Eden, then Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary. End the day at Knysna, including a visit to Knysna Heads.
Day 7: Botlierskop Game Reserve and Return to Cape Town
Begin with a morning game drive at Botlierskop Game Reserve. Spot animals including hippos, giraffes, eland, impala, springbok, and zebra. Return to Cape Town to conclude the tour.
Included
- Visit to Cape of Good Hope
- Stellenbosch walking tour
- Wine tasting session
- Cango Caves tour
- Knysna Heads visit
- Botlierskop Game Reserve game drive
- Air-conditioned vehicle transport
- Assistance with bags and lifting
- Breakfast daily from Stellenbosch to the tour’s end
Not Included
- Fees for optional activities
- Most meals, as indicated
- Personal expenses
- Visits to Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary
- Visits to Monkeyland or Birds of Eden
- Bungee jumping at Tsitsikamma
Important Information
- Whale watching is weather-dependent
- Optional activities require advance booking
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Bring a jacket for cooler evenings
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available for cancellations made up to 24 hours in advance.
Booking Tips
Book optional activities early, especially whale-watching tours. Best travel times are during the whale season, and pack layers to adjust for coastal and inland temperatures.
