Stellenbosch Valley: Private Wine Tour with a Winemaker
Overview
Your wine guide and host Jim, is South African, and a winemaker (Hunneyball Wines and Abbotts Hill wines in Platters). He speaks English and Swedish and is a certified tourist guide for all 9 provinces for history, culture, and nature as well. You can ask him what you like. :-)
This is our most popular wine-tasting tour. We visit some of the youngest and oldest wine estates in the area as well as those in between. You will swirl, sniff and taste a representative cross-section of regional wines and visit vines and cellars where possible as well. You will also learn about our Culture, History, and Cuisine in as much or little detail as you like.
Jim is a Cape Wine Academy graduate and member of the South African Sommeliers Association with great interest in sharing his knowledge of all aspects of wine enjoyment and production. No matter your experience, he is eager in sharing his knowledge of all aspects of wine enjoyment and production.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Tasting fees for 20-30 theme selected wines. Value of approx R950pp.
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bottled water, air-conditioned vehicle, live commentary.
- Private tour with a certified local guide
- Meals and other purchases are for your own account. Meal price is approx. R95-250 pp.
Meeting and Pickup
Please let me know where I should pick you up for the tour. If you would like to be dropped off at a different location afterward, just let me know the address and I will see if it can be accommodated. If you are travelling with large or multiple bags, please let me know in advance so I can ensure there is enough space for everything.I look forward to meeting you and sharing a memorable day!
What To Expect
Theme: History, culture, nature and regional wine production and tasting.
The historic Cape Winelands are set in possibly the world's most beautiful countryside with dramatic, expansive vistas of mountains, vineyards, and ocean. You will taste the most important grapes in the Stellenbosch wine district and others. You will experience wine-making styles across the spectrum from light crisp wines to complex robust red blends and more.
You will learn about the Culture, History, and Cuisine in as much or little detail as you like. Our tours are at a leisurely pace with a focus on your enjoyment, learning, and relaxation. Whether you know little or lots about wine, you are welcome to join.
Your guide and host Jim guides history, culture, nature, and wine in English and Swedish. He is knowledgeable about birds and an enthusiastic photographer and knowledgeable about African history. He is a graduate of The Cape Wine Academy and is a garagiste winemaker (Hunneyball Wines and Abbotts Hill Wines in Platter's wine guide). He has a great interest in sharing his knowledge of wine enjoyment and making. You can ask him what you like.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Small children by are welcome on private tours
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (SAST).
- Private transportation.
- Tasting fees for 20-30 theme selected wines. Value of approx R950pp.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Bottled water, air-conditioned vehicle, live commentary.
- Private tour with a certified local guide.
- Meals and other purchases are for your own account. Meal price is approx. R95-250 pp.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Stellenbosch Valley: Private Wine Tour with a Winemaker is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Stellenbosch Valley: Private Wine Tour with a Winemaker will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Tasting fees for 20-30 theme selected wines. Value of approx R950pp.
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bottled water, air-conditioned vehicle, live commentary.
- Private tour with a certified local guide
- Meals and other purchases are for your own account. Meal price is approx. R95-250 pp.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Small children by are welcome on private tours
