Extensive roadworks in Franschhoek, Drakenstein, Simondium, and Klapmuts may cause delays. Please factor this into your travel plans to the Franschhoek Wine Tram. Service may be affected on your booking day.
Estate Closures:
10 January 2027: Maison
Restaurant Closures:
25 November 2025 – Rickety Bridge
Monday – Friday: Klein Goederust (Platters available)
The tour is strictly a wine-tasting experience and does not host celebration events such as birthdays or bachelor/bachelorette parties as the estates visited are primarily wine-tasting venues and not party venues. In order to properly exercise their duties, the Franschhoek Wine Tram staff members place a legitimate expectation on all guests not to behave in an unacceptably loud, disruptive, offensive, or intoxicated manner. Should any such behaviour be exhibited the Franschhoek Wine Tram reserves its right to suspend or withdraw its services. All vehicles are fitted with CCTV and monitored throughout the service.
CANCELLATION POLICY (All services including chauffeur/transfer services):
24 hours + = 100% REFUND
Less than 24 hours before scheduled TIME SLOT = No Refund
Please send a cancellation email to info@winetram.co.za including your booking ID on the subject to request a refund.
Passengers may dine at one of several restaurants on the tour. To avoid disappointment, it is highly recommended that passengers make reservations for lunch/picnic at least 24-48 hours in advance. Food or open alcoholic beverages are not allowed on the tour though food and drinks are available for purchase at the wine estates. Wine tastings can be purchased at each wine estate directly.
Tickets are to be collected on the day of your tour. Please be at the Ticket Office +/-20 minutes prior to your departure time.
Please take note that pets are not permitted on the tour.
Transportation from the ticket office to each of the wine estates on your route.
You will also receive a daily offerings card which will include any specials/discounts for the day.
Wine tasting, lunch, and other activities at each stop.
Chauffeur/Transfer – Please note transfers are added at an additional cost to your booking.
Please note all our tours are not wheelchair friendly as the vehicles are all safari-type vehicles. All clients traveling with us need to be mobile due to stairs in all vehicles as well as accessibility at the wine estates. Please contact our offices (info@winetram.co.za or 021 300 0338) for personalized options.
A pleasant experience, something that should be done if you visit Franschhoek. We only travelled on the Tram, which is a short run up and down the line, but it's well run and ties in with the various vineyards and their own transports to their wineries. It got quite busy at one point but everyone got on board. - NEIL
We loved it and will definitely do it again - Sarah
Fabulous experience on the tram, was surprised that it didn't go very far, but that was no problem. - Martin
A Delightful Day on the Franschhoek Wine Tram -- Tram First Route We had an unforgettable day exploring Franschhoek on the Wine Tram, following the tram-first route with stops that showcased the region's charm and diversity. Our first stop was Rickety Bridge, where we enjoyed a fabulous MCC tasting. The sparkling wines were elegant, vibrant, and expertly presented---what a sparkling way to kick off the day! The estate itself is scenic and welcoming, with friendly staff who made the experience extra special. Next, we visited Grand Provence, which was a true delight. We enjoyed some of their standout wines, then had a leisurely picnic lunch in their beautiful gardens. The combination of stunning views, excellent food, and relaxed ambiance made this stop absolutely memorable. We then stopped at Franschhoek Cellar. While still enjoyable, it was a little less remarkable compared to the earlier estates. The tastings were pleasant, but the setting and wine range felt more commercial. It was still worth the visit, especially for variety. Our final stop was La Bri, where I enjoyed a unique chocolate and and red wine pairing, while my husband opted for the lokum and red wine. This was a charming, indulgent way to end the day - and possibly the highlight in therms of the wine. The sweet pairings were creative, and the terrace setting made it feel special and idyllic. Overall, the Franschhoek Wine Tram offers a perfectly paced, scenic, and varied experience. From sparkling MCCs to indulgent chocolate pairings, it's a wonderful way to explore this beautiful wine region. Highly recommended! ? - Claire
Epic! - Maurice
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