Itinerary
- Day 1
Stellenbosch to Franschhoek
You'll start early and cycle from Stellenbosch toward Franschhoek on a 45-50 km route that mixes off-road trails with the historic Helshoogte Pass. The ride takes you through Banghoek Valley where you might see Eland and Oryx moving across the landscape. Around midday, there's a coffee break at Boschendal to catch your breath and refuel. After that, you'll continue on to a Franschhoek wine estate for lunch and wine tasting to finish the ride properly. By afternoon you'll transfer to your guesthouse, and then you can head out to one of the local restaurants for dinner on your own.
- Meals
- Lunch (Winelands lunch paired with wine tastings at Franschhoek wine estate)
Included Activities
- Cycling from Stellenbosch to Franschhoek via Helshoogte Pass
- Explore Banghoek Valley and mission stations
- Groomed trails along mountain streams in Banhoek Conservancy
- Coffee break at Boschendal
- Winelands lunch at Franschhoek wine estate
- Wine tasting at Franschhoek wine estate
Optional Activities
- Half day private wine tour in afternoon
- Afternoon activities at guesthouse
Landmarks/POIs Stellenbosch Helshoogte Pass Banghoek Valley Banhoek Conservancy Boschendal Franschhoek - Day 2
Franschhoek to Botrivier
This is a longer ride at around 60 km, cycling through plantations and winelands while tracing Theewaterskloof Dam with mountain and fynbos views throughout. If you want more intensity, Franschhoek Pass is there for the climbing, but if you'd rather skip it you'll get a scenic drive to your starting point instead. From there you pedal gravel routes and Van der Stell Pass road heading toward Botrivier. Lunch happens at a wine estate midway through, and then you transfer to your wine farm accommodation. Later in the evening your guides prepare a traditional South African Braai dinner for the group.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at charming wine estate with vineyard views), Dinner (Traditional South African Braai dinner prepared by guides, includes wine)
Included Activities
- Cycling through Theewaterskloof area via Van der Stell Pass road
- Scenic route through plantations and winelands
- Lunch at wine estate
- Wine tastings at accommodation
- Traditional South African Braai dinner
Optional Activities
- Franschhoek Pass climb (for those seeking extra challenge)
- Wine tasting at Wildekrans
- Afternoon relaxation at guesthouse
Landmarks/POIs Franschhoek Pass Theewaterskloof Dam Van der Stell Pass Botrivier Wildekrans - Day 3
Botrivier to Hermanus to Stellenbosch
You'll kick off with a hearty breakfast and then cycle about 35 km through farmlands heading toward Hermanus. The route descends into the scenic Hemel and Aarde valley with its wine estates and trails winding through. Once you reach Hermanus, lunch comes with ocean views so you can sit and take in the coastline. After eating, there's free time to wander around the seaside village at your own pace. Late afternoon you'll cycle back to Stellenbosch via Clarence Drive, which offers sparkling sea vistas the whole way. If you'd prefer, a transfer to Cape Town can be arranged instead of the return ride.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in Hermanus with ocean views)
Included Activities
- Cycling through farmlands toward Hermanus
- Descent through Hemel and Aarde valley cycle trails
- Lunch in Hermanus with ocean views
- Exploration of Hermanus village
- Scenic drive back to Stellenbosch via Clarence Drive
- Transfer back to Stellenbosch
Optional Activities
- Transfer to Cape Town
Landmarks/POIs Hermanus Hemel and Aarde Valley Clarence Drive Stellenbosch
