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Three highly recommended wineries that offer unique experiences

Cape Town's red Citysightseeing bus offers its own daily tours outside the city center, which are hassle-free and of good quality. Among them, the Three Wine Region Day Tour is a must-try for wine novices, as each wine has a unique flavor! You can enjoy a full day of wine tasting, with high-quality South African wines and beautiful scenery along the way. 🎫Cost: It's best to purchase directly from the Citysightseeing website; buying through TripAdvisor incurs an extra 50 rand! The tour costs 699 rand per person (about 280 yuan), including visits and tastings at three major South African wine regions: Paarl, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch. You'll get to taste a total of 14 different wines. Another option is the Franschhoek Wine Tram Tour, which costs 750 rand per person but does not include wine tasting. This tour is suitable for those who want to experience a winery loop. 💥Itinerary: Start by taking the red bus to the Waterfront to meet up at 8:30 a.m., then switch to a minibus. The tour includes a visit to the charming town of Stellenbosch, where you'll see the wine-making process and enjoy wine tasting with snacks. In Franschhoek, there's more wine tasting plus a self-funded lunch (try the roasted pork belly, which is similar to sweet and sour pork). Finally, in Paarl, enjoy wine with chocolate. The atmosphere feels like you've stepped into Europe. The tour ends back in Cape Town at 6 p.m. 💡Tips: ✅ There's no need to bring your own lunch, as there's a wine tasting and lunch option in Franschhoek. Almost everyone orders food, with an average cost of 100-190 rand (about 88 yuan) per person. The wine pairing is good, so it's recommended to have a meal. ✅ South African wines have an alcohol content of over 10%, so tasting all 14 cups can be a bit overwhelming. Those with a lower alcohol tolerance should be mindful of their limits. ✅ If you find a wine you like at any of the wineries, it's best to place an order on the spot, as there won't be an opportunity to buy it later. Personally, I enjoyed the Shiraz from Blaauwklippen in the Stellenbosch region, which has a unique spicy and rich fruity aroma. ✅ If you're driving yourself, consider spending an extra day in Stellenbosch. It's a very pretty and clean European-style town. #CapeTownTravel #WineTown #SouthAfricaTravel

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Three highly recommended wineries that offer unique experiences

Cape Town's red Citysightseeing bus offers its own daily tours outside the city center, which are hassle-free and of good quality. Among them, the Three Wine Region Day Tour is a must-try for wine novices, as each wine has a unique flavor! You can enjoy a full day of wine tasting, with high-quality South African wines and beautiful scenery along the way. 🎫Cost: It's best to purchase directly from the Citysightseeing website; buying through TripAdvisor incurs an extra 50 rand! The tour costs 699 rand per person (about 280 yuan), including visits and tastings at three major South African wine regions: Paarl, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch. You'll get to taste a total of 14 different wines. Another option is the Franschhoek Wine Tram Tour, which costs 750 rand per person but does not include wine tasting. This tour is suitable for those who want to experience a winery loop. 💥Itinerary: Start by taking the red bus to the Waterfront to meet up at 8:30 a.m., then switch to a minibus. The tour includes a visit to the charming town of Stellenbosch, where you'll see the wine-making process and enjoy wine tasting with snacks. In Franschhoek, there's more wine tasting plus a self-funded lunch (try the roasted pork belly, which is similar to sweet and sour pork). Finally, in Paarl, enjoy wine with chocolate. The atmosphere feels like you've stepped into Europe. The tour ends back in Cape Town at 6 p.m. 💡Tips: ✅ There's no need to bring your own lunch, as there's a wine tasting and lunch option in Franschhoek. Almost everyone orders food, with an average cost of 100-190 rand (about 88 yuan) per person. The wine pairing is good, so it's recommended to have a meal. ✅ South African wines have an alcohol content of over 10%, so tasting all 14 cups can be a bit overwhelming. Those with a lower alcohol tolerance should be mindful of their limits. ✅ If you find a wine you like at any of the wineries, it's best to place an order on the spot, as there won't be an opportunity to buy it later. Personally, I enjoyed the Shiraz from Blaauwklippen in the Stellenbosch region, which has a unique spicy and rich fruity aroma. ✅ If you're driving yourself, consider spending an extra day in Stellenbosch. It's a very pretty and clean European-style town. #CapeTownTravel #WineTown #SouthAfricaTravel

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Franschhoek Wine Tram - Official Site (Franschhoek Terminal)
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