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.
DEPARTURE TIMES
All departure times are scheduled leaving from the Franschhoek Terminal with the shuttle bus to Groot Drakenstein.
Franschhoek Shuttle Departure Times
08:45 am | 09:45 am | 10:45 am | 11:45 pm
Groot Drakenstein Departure Times
(when traveling directly to Groot Drakenstein Terminal)
09:14 am | 10:14 am | 11:14 am | 12:14 pm
SPECIAL NOTE
As Boschendal estate is large, allow 2 hours at this venue. A farm vehicle will take you through a working estate to the wine-tasting area, which is +/- 20 min from the tram platform.
Estate Closures:
Restaurant Closures:
Mondays – Plaisir Market.
23 July – 01 October 2025 – Boschendal, The Werf
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.
This was a very special experience shared with family from abroad. I'll definitely recommend it. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. - INVOICE8742-FLORIS
This is really a brilliant idea! We enjoyed every aspect of the Wine Tram, would definitely be back. The road works did give us a bit of a time delay, but this is only temporary, we booked two hours at Boschendal, but were too late for the tram to go to Vrede & Lust. - Christine
A Must-Do Experience in the Cape Winelands! ?[?]?[?]?[?]?[?]?[?] The Franschhoek Wine Tram is an unforgettable experience and the perfect way to explore the beauty, history, and incredible wines of the Franschhoek Valley. From the moment we arrived, everything was well-organized and stress-free. The staff were friendly, informative, and made the whole journey feel special. We chose one of the curated lines and visited a selection of beautiful wine estates, each offering something unique---from breathtaking views and elegant tastings to gourmet food and boutique cellar tours. The hop-on, hop-off format is brilliant---it gives you the freedom to explore at your own pace while still keeping everything easy and seamless. Riding the vintage-style tram and open-air bus between the vineyards adds a touch of charm and nostalgia to the day. It's also a safe and responsible way to enjoy wine tasting without worrying about driving. Highly recommended for couples, groups of friends, or even solo travelers looking to indulge in the best that South Africa's wine country has to offer. We'll definitely be back! - Ecardi
Having had this adventure on my bucket list for years now, I finally decided it's the perfect opportunity to do so for my 40th. As the 3rd day of weekend celebrations, I had the most amazing experience with my family on this tram. From taking guidance over the phone when I initially researched, booking tickets and planning our visit, it was amazing. The tram team and all the wine farms worked in such harmony, you could almost believe it is a single location. But it was not. It was many and they were all perfect!!! I can say this has been one of the best experiences of my life. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND it!! - Schalk
Amazing Experience, I came last year as well on December, it was spectacular wine tour, I did on my birthday this year and its amazing again. Staff is so friendly, service is really good. Really really good, recomended everyone. - Rifat
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