Day Trips in Stellenbosch

Day trips in Stellenbosch offer travelers the perfect balance of adventure, discovery, and convenience. Whether you are short on time or simply looking for an immersive experience without the need for overnight stays, these tours provide an excellent way to explore the highlights of Stellenbosch and its surroundings in just one day. Guided by knowledgeable local experts, you can uncover hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and cultural treasures that bring the destination to life. From exploring scenic countryside and nearby villages to visiting historic monuments and vibrant marketplaces, day trips are designed to maximize your travel experience. They are ideal for families, couples, and solo adventurers alike, offering curated itineraries that combine comfort with unforgettable exploration. You can relax knowing that transportation, guides, and carefully planned stops are all taken care of. Best of all, day trips in Stellenbosch give you the chance to see more in less time, making them a smart choice for travelers who want to make the most of their visit. With a variety of options available, every traveler can find a day trip that matches their interests and leaves them with lasting memories.

Top Day Trips in Stellenbosch

Wine Tour to Stellenbosch & Franschhoek with Tastings & Lunch in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch , Western Cape

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (877 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 105.29

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

One of the best days you’ll have in South Africa. This all in one wine tour covers everything you must see and taste in the Cape Winelands. Learn about the history of Stellenbosch & Franschhoek as we explore the Oak lane avenues of the oldest towns in South Africa. Pick up from your accommodation in central Cape Town & Stellenbosch • Cape Town +/- 10:00 • Stellenbosch +/- 11:00 • We will confirm your exact pick up time by 20:00 the evening before your tour • Kindly provide a whatsapp number • Pick up from listed locations only • If your accommodation is not listed kindly meet us at the closest location or one of our central meeting points • We can not carry luggage on this group tour & we do not pick up or drop guests at the airport • Take personal care of your belongings • Kindly refrain from leaving any bags or valuables unattended in the vehicle • Make sure that you have valid personal travel insurance • Your wine guide is driving & can not consume any alcohol while on tour

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Private Day Tour to Cape Point , Penguins, Wine or Beer Tasting in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch , Western Cape

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (80 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 191.16

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

All tours are owner-operated! Up to 7 people can be accommodated on tour. This full day tour will take you right around the beautiful Cape Peninsula, past the world-famous Clifton and Camps Bay beaches, through Hout Bay and along Chapman's Peak drive. Stop at ostrich farm before going to the most southwestern tip of Africa, Cape of Good Hope. Take funicular up to Cape Point lighthouse. This is followed by seeing penguins at Boulders Beach after which we will have lunch in Simon's Town. Tour continues over Boyes Drive with view of False Bay and quick stop at the Shark Spotters lookout. Last part of the tour is the Constantia Valley wine route where we visit one the finest wine estates for a wine tasting. An alternative is also to do tour in reverse and end with beer tasting in Noordhoek Village.

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Stellenbosch Wine Tractor hop-on-hop off wine tasting tour  in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch , Western Cape

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (75 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 22.94

 

Cape Town's best and most authentic wine tasting experience! The wine tractor is a hop-on hop-off tour of some of the finest wine farms & hidden gems in Stellenbosch's Golden Triangle. Explore the vineyards & working wine farms, visiting grand estates, boutique producers, and historic homesteads. Enjoy a unique perspective that only a tractor can give you as you travel through the back-roads and vineyards while our friendly guides teach you about the area and Stellenbosch's history of wine-making. At every farm you will get 75 minutes to relax and enjoy the wines or grab a bite to eat at a relaxed un-rushed pace before setting off the the next farm. Most farms are child-friendly, offering kids' areas and activities. Only 35 min from Cape Town, 20 from the airport. Please note that cellar tours are not included in the tour. It is a wine tasting tour sampling the different wines produced on each different farm. Cellar tours can be arranged directly with some farms at a extra cost

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Cape of Good Hope and Boulder's Beach Small Group Tour in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch , Western Cape

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (23 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 40.59

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Discover the famed Cape of Good Hope, known for its natural beauty, historical landmarks and wildlife. Experience the magical Boulder's Beach, also home to the African Penguin. Encounter exquisite locations as stops along the way, including the breathtakingly scenic Chapman's Peak. In addition, explore charming coastal towns like Simon's Town, Kalk Bay and Muizenberg, each offering unique cultural experiences. As one of our specialty tours, Cape Town's foundational history is also fully covered in this tour and everything you need to know from the past to the present.

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Private Cape Winelands from Stellenbosch OR Franschhoek OR Paarl in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch , Western Cape

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (18 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 129.40

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

This full Day Private Tour for individual travelers, couples or friends Utmost flexibility as you can choose vineyards recommended by sommeliers or friends as well. City tours in one or two main towns (also a Stellenbosch University drive) Sample about 16 different wines of 3 vineyards. We will accommodate your personal palate.On request we will arrange lunch on a vineyard with spectacular views over one of the many beautiful valleys. Should you wish to do pairing with chocolate, cheese or biltong it can be arranged. . An excellent opportunity for none- tasters to do sight-seeing in the Winelands. Should you wish to do more sight-seeing, your guide will tailor-make the circular tour on the spot and visit more vineyards for its scenic beauty and include drives via mountains and valleys.

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Cape Town City Highlights & Table Mountain Tour in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch , Western Cape

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (10 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 151.28

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Our tour begins with a pick-up from your accommodation around 10am, heading to the vibrant Bo-Kaap, where brightly painted houses & streets reflect Cape Malay heritage. You’ll learn about the community’s roots and impact on Cape Town’s culture. From Bo-Kaap, we head down to lively Long Street, where Victorian-era buildings meet buzzing bars and vintage boutiques — each step revealing another layer of the city’s character. Next, we explore Greenmarket Square, filled with local art, handmade goods, and textiles — a vibrant showcase of Cape Town’s creativity. We continue past Saint Georges Mall, the Slave Lodge, and City Hall, where historic speeches once echoed. You may visit an exhibition on Nelson Mandela. In District Six, we reflect on stories of forced removals and resilience that shaped Cape Town’s identity. Enjoy a traditional South African lunch (own account), then ride the cable car up Table Mountain for breathtaking views before returning to your accommodation.

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Cape Peninsula Tour: Cape Point, Penguins & More in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch , Western Cape

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (9 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 152.93

 

Enjoy the beauty of the Cape Peninsula on this tour. The scenic oceanic tour will provide multiple photo opportunities of the ocean as well as the spectacular table mountain nature reserve

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Cape Peninsula Cape of Good Hope and Penguins Tour in Cape Town in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch , Western Cape

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (6 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 134.00

Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

Taking you to Cape Town, Cape of Good Hope, and Penguins Drive, as well as hiking around the Cape Peninsula, this full-day sightseeing tour emphasizes the region's natural attractions. You will see penguins and other wildlife at Boulders Beach, Cape Fur, and Cape Point Nature Reserve, as well as take a scenic tour of the Cape Peninsula. You can see the Twelve Apostles from Camps Bay, visit Seal Island, drive Chapman's Peak's 114 curves, marvel at the 7,000 plants at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, and more in Clifton. A full-day sightseeing tour of Cape Peninsula An ideal overview of the area for first-time visitors See the highlights of the region on one tour A private tour exclusively for your group A mix of hiking and driving for different sightseeing options Focus on natural attractions, including a penguin colony (optional) Guided commentary provides deeper insight into attractions Light snacks and picnic lunches included

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Table Mountain and Robben Island Tour with Pre Booked Tickets in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch , Western Cape

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (5 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 120.00

 

Start your day with a visit to Table Mountain. Take a 5-minute rotating cable car ride to the top, enjoy panoramic views, explore three scenic trails, and relax at the mountain-top café. Afterwards, head to the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront for your pre-booked ferry to Robben Island. On arrival, you’ll walk past historic prison-built structures before boarding a bus for a guided tour by official Robben Island guides. This tour offers a personalized experience with a knowledgeable guide and includes transportation from your accommodation. Perfect for history enthusiasts and first-time visitors to Cape Town - Full-day tour with round-trip hotel transport - Guided ferry trip to Robben Island with an ex-prisoner - Discover Cape Town’s landmarks, including the Bo-Kaap - Ride the Table Mountain cable car for breathtaking views

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Table Mountain, Cape Point & Penguin Beach ENTRANCE INCLUDED in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch , Western Cape

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 205.87

 

Explore some of South Africa’s most renowned attractions, including the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point, where the dramatic meeting of two oceans creates a breathtaking backdrop. Visit Boulders Beach, one of the few places in the world where you can walk alongside a thriving colony of endangered African penguins in their natural habitat. Ascend Table Mountain via a rotating cable car for unparalleled 360-degree views of Cape Town, the Atlantic Ocean, and beyond. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, the tour offers a seamless and hassle-free experience, allowing you to focus entirely on enjoying your adventure. Benefit from the insights of your private guide, who will enrich your experience with local history, culture, and ecological knowledge, making every stop more engaging and meaningful.

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Small Group Cape of Good Hope, Boulders and Cape Point  in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch , Western Cape

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 58.82

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Join us on this full day Cape of Good Hope tour. Your tour guide is well mannered and professional. He will pick you up from your hotel at a given time. You will start with Bo-Kaap (Instagram famous spot) and learn a bit of local history. The you will proceed with a scenic drive along the coastal luxury suburbs Camps Bay and Clifton. Depending on time your tour guide will give you the time to stop and take pictures. Another short stop might be at Noordhoek Farm Village for a coffee break and curio shopping. The best part is visiting the famous lighthouse in Cape Point Nature Reserve followed by a mouthwatering lunch in Simon's Town, then end with a visit to Boulders Beach Penguin Colony to see the African Penguing.

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E-Bike Stellenbosch to Franschhoek in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch , Western Cape

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 155.28

 

This adventurous E-Bike tour takes you through some of the best Winelands scenery in South Africa. We cycle from Stellenbosch to Franschhoek. Meet local people and taste some of the great cuisine this region has to offer. After lunch, wine tasting and cellar tour our vehicle will take us back to Stellenbosch. NB. Riders need to have intermediate mountain biking skills to do the tour and a general fitness level is required. Activity level 3/5

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Hermanus Whales and Wine Full Day Private Tour  in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch , Western Cape

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 199.99

 

This tour offers more than one type of experience in one day. You will be able to experience the unique coastal Clarence drive which is the start of the whale route and is known as one of the most beautiful coastal roads in Cape Town. Hermanus will offer you an opportunity to get as close as one can get to our majestic Southern Right Whales. After enjoying the company of these beautiful creatures' lunch may be enjoyed in Hermanus or in the bountiful Hemel en Aarde wine region

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Meet The Wine Makers Private Tour  in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch , Western Cape

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 183.81

 

Imagine going to see your favourite band and having the chance to go backstage to meet them. Picture yourself talking to them and asking them all those questions you always wanted to. For wine lovers, this is pretty much it; except that you will have the chance to share some glasses of the best wines in the Winelands with winemakers. Our exclusive meet the winemaker private tour is designed for groups looking for an in-depth, personalized experience with an opportunity to discuss the wines with the person who made them, something a standard tour simply cannot offer.

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Why Choose Our Day Trips in Stellenbosch?

Our day trips in Stellenbosch are carefully designed to combine convenience, cultural insights, and memorable experiences. Each itinerary highlights the best of Stellenbosch, led by local guides who know the destination inside and out.

Frequently Asked Questions About Day Trips in Stellenbosch

Most day trips in Stellenbosch include transportation, a local guide, and entrance to selected attractions. Some itineraries also provide meals or free time for independent exploration.

Day trips in Stellenbosch typically last between 6 to 10 hours, depending on the destination and itinerary. They are designed to make the most of your day while keeping travel times comfortable.

Yes, many day trips in Stellenbosch are family-friendly, offering activities and destinations that appeal to both adults and children. Be sure to check tour descriptions for age recommendations.

Booking in advance is recommended to secure your spot, especially during peak travel seasons in Stellenbosch. Some tours may allow same-day bookings if space is available.
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