Ride an open-sided tram through the Franschhoek Valley to Boschendal, a working wine farm where terroir, history and tasting meet. This full-day from Cape Town combines scenic drives, vineyard walks and two curated tastings.
Ride an open-sided tram through the Franschhoek Valley to Boschendal, a working wine farm where terroir, history and tasting meet. This full-day from Cape Town combines scenic drives, vineyard walks and two curated tastings.
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Operated by Cullinan Guided Journeys · Franschhoek, Western Cape
The open-sided tram pulls away from Franschhoek village, vineyard rows sliding past like pages in a travel journal. Mountain ridges of the Franschhoek Valley fold overhead; grape leaves whisper and the tram’s breeze carries the scent of cut grass and fermenting fruit. Riders lean into the light, camera ready and shoes dusted from farm tracks as the vehicle winds toward Boschendal’s manicured lawns and working farmyards.
easy.
8 hours.
Suitable for travelers of average fitness—primarily seated tram travel with short, gentle walks on estate grounds.
Pickups are offered from Cape Town city centre; the tour returns there at the end of the day—confirm your pickup point when booking.
The experience includes two wine tastings and tram passage; some estates may offer additional options for a fee.
Children can join but must be booked according to the operator’s policy; minimum drinking age is 18 for tastings.
Yes—tasting rooms and farm areas are open to visitors, but check estate opening hours and any reservation requirements.
Franschhoek was settled by French Huguenot refugees in the late 1600s who shaped the valley’s viticulture and place names.
Many estates practice water-wise irrigation and biodiversity plantings—visitors can support sustainable practices by choosing farms with certification and avoiding single-use plastics.
Cullinan Guided Journeys operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




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