21-day South Africa West Coast and Winelands road trip

After breakfast (time to be agreed), the rental car will be delivered to the guesthouse and the rest of the day is yours to rest from your journey or explore Cape Town.

• Overnight stay in a double room with an en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

Days at leisure in and around Cape Town.

This way, a visit can be made to the historic centre of Cape Town, the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront from where the boat also departs for a visit to Robben Island.

Kirstenbosch's magnificent botanical gardens, situated at the foot of Table Mountain, and of course, a visit to Table Mountain itself.

Furthermore, a visit to the penguin colony in Simon's Town (Boulders Beach) can be nicely combined with a visit to the Cape Point National Park, including the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point.

On Sundays there's a large market in Cape Town where all sorts of African curios are sold, it's really great to visit.

• Overnight stays in a double room with en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

This morning, after breakfast, depart from Cape Town and drive along the west coast of South Africa to the fishing village of Langebaan.

The town of Langebaan is located near the West Coast National Park, where, in addition to beautiful nature, many different (water)birds can be seen.

• Overnight stay in a double room with en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

Accommodation A: Le Mahi guesthouse – standard room
Accommodation B: Le Mahi guesthouse – luxury room
Accommodation C: The Farmhouse Hotel – Lagoon view room with wood-fired hot tub

Day at leisure to explore Langebaan and its surroundings.

The West Coast National Park can be visited, and various water sports are offered, such as sailing and surfing.

A lovely beach walk can be enjoyed, a bite to eat and a drink at one of the numerous restaurants, or there's the option of a game drive at the Thali Thali Game Reserve.

• Overnight stay in a double room with en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

Depart from Langebaan and drive to the charming fishing village of Paternoster.

The afternoon is free.

• Overnight stay in a double room with an en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

Accommodation A: AH guesthouse – standard room
Accommodation B: Paternoster Dunes – luxury room
Accommodation C: Beachcomber Boutique Hotel – Ocean Suite

Full day in and around Paternoster.

You can laze on one of the idyllic little beaches, or stroll along the shore dotted with typical West Coast coloured wooden fishing boats.

Naturally, a visit to one of the local eateries is a must, where naturally fish, oysters and west coast rock lobster are on the menu.

Also try the “bokkoms”, a typical regional dish of dried, smoked, and salted fish.

• Overnight stay in a double room with en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

This morning after breakfast, we leave Paternoster and drive via a pleasant inland route to Clanwilliam.

Clanwilliam is a pleasant, typical Afrikaans village with beautiful old, historic buildings, including 7 national monuments. Furthermore, there is stunning nature and many opportunities for hiking and water sports, including at the Clanwilliam Dam.

The town is also known for the Rooibos tea that is grown in this area and the beautiful hinterland where Bushman rock paintings can be seen.

• Overnight stay in a double room with en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

Accommodation A: Yellow Aloe B&B – longhouse garden room
Accommodation B: Yellow Aloe B&B – premium room
Accommodation C: Simbavati Cederberg Ridge Wilderness Lodge – luxury room (full board and activities)

Days at your leisure to explore the surroundings.

• Overnight stays in a double room with an en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

This morning after breakfast, we depart from Clanwilliam and drive to Tulbagh. Tulbagh was largely destroyed by an earthquake in 1969. Today, all the historic buildings have been restored to their former glory, and there are several museums.

In the vicinity, there are also eight, relatively unknown wineries that nevertheless produce wine of high quality, such as Estate Twee Jonge Gezellen and Saronsberg, among others. Sights include the old Church Street with its many beautiful old and historic buildings.

Walking opportunities and a nearby golf course are also among the possibilities.

• Overnight stay in a double room with en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

Accommodation A: Tulbagh Boutique Hotel – Heritage Fynbos Room
Accommodation B: Tulbagh boutique hotel – luxury Protea or Heritage Protea room
Accommodation C: Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse – luxury room (on a full board and activities basis)

Days at leisure to explore the surroundings. There are various activities in the area such as hiking, horse riding and zip-lining.

A lovely walk through the historic centre, enjoying the beautiful surroundings.

• Overnight stays in a double room with an en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

This morning after breakfast, depart from Tulbagh and drive via a beautiful route to Wellington.

On the way, a visit to the village of Riebeeck Kasteel. Wellington is located in a valley at the foot of the Groenberg and was founded about 300 years ago.

It is rich in monuments such as the Dutch Reformed Church, for example. Furthermore, Wellington is known for its various wineries, dried fruit, and olive farms.

From Wellington, the nearby town of Paarl can also be visited.

• Overnight stay in a double room with en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

Accommodation A: Old Wellington Lodge - luxury room
Accommodation B: Dunestone Country House – superior room
Accommodation C: The Doolhof Country House – luxury room

Day at leisure to explore Wellington and the surrounding area.

• Overnight stay in a double room with en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

This morning after breakfast, we'll drive to Franschhoek.

Franschhoek is renowned for its exclusive wine estates and the Huguenot Monument, as well as its excellent restaurants, charming shops, and a welcoming high street.

• Overnight stay in a double room with en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

Accommodation A: Centre Ville Guesthouse – Standard Room
Accommodation B: Centre Ville guesthouse – luxury room
Accommodation C: Avondrood Guest House – luxury room

Days at your leisure to explore the surroundings or to play golf.

From Franschhoek, a beautiful route can also be driven via the Hellshoogte mountain pass to the town of Stellenbosch.

• Overnight stays in a double room with an en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

It's the last day of your stay in South Africa again.

Today, check out after breakfast (luggage can often be left for safekeeping) and still have the entire day to relax or buy last-minute souvenirs.

During the afternoon/evening, drive to Cape Town Airport to return the rental car.

End of the arrangement.