Jonathan W.United States
Great tour even thought we had a few rain drops. I was impressed that we didn't pay for any of the wine tastings.
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Private tour in Cape Town Albert P
Cape Winelands Full Day tour
4.9
(13) reviews
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8 hours
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Private tour for 1-3 people
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8 hours
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Private tour for 1-3 people
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Albert P.
5.0
Guide rating
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I am a registered private tourist guide for the Western Cape (South Africa) - (WC4682). I was the first South African registered to guide in Russian, but that doesn't exclude me from doing your tour in English or Afrikaans (for the Dutch or Flemish). I was born in Namibia (South West Africa) lived all over South Africa and fell in love with the Garden Route and know it like the back of my hand. I also travelled extensively through Russia, parts of the former Soviet Union and Southern Africa. All of this comes out as part of my guiding. My approach to guiding is not to lecture people and give them boring dates, but to make friends and to show my new found friends this amazing place I live in!!! I have realised that the touring world has changed from the days where people sit on a bus being taken from one fake tourist spot to another. . . When I travel I want to connect with the locals and want to see what life is like, while at the same time still getting those "must see sights" in. As a guide/ friend/ host. . . I am learning to find this balance and I also know that each visitor is unique. So, please feel free to tell me what you like and what you don't like. I can do bigger groups, but always prefer smaller, more intimate groups where I can build relationships and make the experience more personal. After a tour with me, hopefully you will agree that I am not your stereotypical tourist guide!!! As registered Private Guide for the Western Cape, South Africa I was the vice chair person for the Cape Tourist Guides Association. I have been doing private tours in the Cape since 2008. Before becoming a tourist guide I studied Missions with Operation Mobilization and worked with orphans in Russian (Siberia) for many years. Initially I studied electronics and computers and ran my own business in this field, but soon realized I need to be working with people. I am licensed to guide in English, Russian and Afrikaans for all of the Western Cape and the town of Port Elizabeth. I have a professional driver permit and am allowed to drive if the tour has 10 or less people.
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A quest to find that special bottle of wine with a local guide
Overview of your Cape Town tour
Enjoy the personal experience of Cape Winelands tour tailored to your preferences. The tours are very flexible and allow you to see the beautiful countryside. The main wine regions include Paarl, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, Constantia, and Durbanville. All provide the opportunity to learn about the wine making process and enjoy the pairing of wine and cheese. If you choose a tour to the Paarl region, you may decide to visit a micro chocolate factory, which is an educational experience in itself. You will learn how chocolate is made from the bean to bar. Learn about the Sabrage, a technique for opening champagne bottles with a saber, a method used by Napoleon. Stellenbosch is an excellent choice and boasts more than 140 wine farms. The best thing about Cape Winelands tours is that you can set your pace. Experience as much as you want or slow things down, make friends and enjoy the ability to see the sights not generally seen on a typical tour.
Recent Reviews
Jo Ellen M.United States
Albert was incredibly knowledgeable, entertaining and took us to some amazing places in the wine region. This was our first trip to Cape Town and Albert made sure that we had a wonderful time. We look forward to coming back and we will definitely use Albert as our tour guide again.
Barbara G.United States
Albert arrived promptly to pick up our party of 6 at our hotel in Cape Town. He took us on a delightful tour of South Africa's wine lands. Our tour included a chocolate tasting, cheese tasting from a local farm and of course wine tasting. Albert was engaging, pleasant, knowledgeable and very informative. We must commend him on his flexibility; he adapted our tour to meet our specific needs. Albert sincerely wanted us to have a memorable day, which we certainly did. We would highly recommend Albert.
Anne H.United States
An incredible tour with history, perspective and personality. We ventured off for a wine tour and got so much more. Not only was Albert relatable to us, he connected with our 6 year old like a long lost uncle. He had a plan but allowed us to make choices along the way, just as a friend would when one is visiting. If we could give more stars we would - we found he was available for the last day of our trip and immediately booked him for another adventure. HIGHLY recommended!
Steven M.United States
The Wine Tour was an enjoyable experience and the added chocolate visit made it memorable. Albert shared his knowledge and gave us options to tailor our visit around our interests. I spent time researching the available guides and Albert was a great choice.
Herman G.United States
Very knowledgable. Leisurely visit to the Stellenbosch and Franschhoek areas. Enjoyed the chocolate tasting and the two wineries we visited. Friendly and accommodating.
Your Cape Town tour itinerary
The tour starts off with a drive from your hotel to the Winelands area. This is normally about 45 minutes. We start of in the Paarl region with a chocolate tasting at a micro chocolate factory. Yes, you get to see the whole process from bean to bar! From there we will have our first wine tasting and a cheese tasting at the farm next door. Then we make our way to the Franschhoek valley where we will taste some more wine and if you want to you can experience the Sabrage. This is the way Napoleon opened bottles of wine. With a saber. From there we will make our way to Stellenbosch where we will have another wine tasting. Note that this tour is very flexible as there are many different options in this tour depending on your interests.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van
Depending on the group size we will use either the sedan or mini bus. All our vehicles are modern, fresh and air-conditioned.
What's included
Other: Three standard wine tastings (could be substituted for a chocolate or cheese tasting).
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Sabrage: This is the traditional way of opening a Champagne bottle. With a Sabre! To experience this you just need to buy a bottle of bubbly and one of the ladies will perform this for you.
- Upgrade to Master tasting at FairView. If you chose to upgrade, you will be taken to a back room where you will get a private cheese and wine pairing.
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Meeting location
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: I'll pick you up at your hotel in the City Centre. Please give me the name and address.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Layover
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
79642
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
4.9
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Who is this private tour in Cape Town best suited for?
This private tour in Cape Town is perfect for wine enthusiasts and those looking to explore the beautiful Cape Winelands with a local guide. It's also ideal for travellers who want a flexible itinerary tailored to their preferences, whether they're interested in wine, chocolate, or simply enjoying the scenic countryside. The tour is kid-friendly and suitable for those who prefer minimal physical activity.
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8 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-3 people
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Tour date
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