Free Day in the Winelands
Stellenbosch, South Africa
About This Activity
Use a free day in the Winelands to follow your nose. Pick up a wine route map and visit 2-3 estates on a whim, browse the farm stalls and delis along the R44 for artisan produce, hike the Jonkershoek Nature Reserve trails above Stellenbosch, or cycle the quiet vineyard roads in the early morning. The Pearl Mountain Nature Reserve and Banhoek Valley are lovely detours. Franschhoek village rewards an afternoon wander through its galleries and restaurants.
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Best 5 Days in South Africa — Without Food & Wine
Cape Town → Stellenbosch
Best 5 Days in South Africa — Without Romantic
Cape Town → Stellenbosch
Best 5 Days in South Africa — Solo Travel
Cape Town → Stellenbosch
Best 7 Days in South Africa — Solo Travel
Cape Town → Stellenbosch → Knysna
Best 10 Days in South Africa — Without Food & Wine
Cape Town → Stellenbosch → Knysna
Best 10 Days in South Africa — Without Art & Culture
Cape Town → Stellenbosch → Knysna
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