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Harvest Season Wine Tour

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Our Harvest Season Wine Tour

Check out our 2026 Tour Prices

Step into the heart of the Cape Winelands during the most exciting time of year — harvest season. From late January to April, the vineyards come alive with activity as grapes are handpicked, crushed, and transformed into the region’s celebrated wines. On this Harvest Season Wine Tour, you’ll experience the magic of winemaking up close: walk among the vines, taste freshly pressed grape juice, and see cellar teams in action.

Alongside immersive harvest activities, enjoy curated wine tastings and pairings at top estates, complemented by a farm-fresh lunch that celebrates the seasonal produce of South Africa.

AttributeDetails
PriceFrom R2,500pp (sliding scale, 1–7+ pax – see pricing table below)
Duration09h00 – 17h30
Departure DaysDaily, late January – April (harvest season only)
RegionDurbanville, Franschhoek, Paarl & Stellenbosch
Estates VisitedThree wine estates
Pickup LocationHotel pickup, Cape Town
BookingEssential — WhatsApp +27 72 222 6640

2026 Tour Rates

Pricing for the Harvest Season Wine Tour runs on a sliding scale based on group size — the more guests in your party, the lower the rate per person. A solo booking is priced individually, while groups of 7 or more enjoy our best per-person rate. WhatsApp us your group size and we’ll confirm your exact quote. Please note this tour is only available during harvest season, from late January through April.

Group SizePrice Per Person
1 guestR8,600
2 guestsR5,500
3 guestsR4,000
4 guestsR3,300
5 guestsR2,900
6 guestsR2,600
7 guestsR2,500

What’s Included

  • 09:00 pick up from your hotel
  • Guided, private transport to the wine regions
  • Three wine estates
  • All tastings + pairings
  • Guided cellar & vineyard tour
  • 17:30 drop off at your hotel

What’s Excluded

  • Additional food and beverages
  • Other activities not mentioned above
  • Any purchases at the establishments
  • Gratuities and guide tips
  • Lunch

Frequently Asked Questions

When does harvest season run?
Late January through April, when grapes are picked at peak ripeness and cellar teams are in full swing.

How much does the Harvest Season Wine Tour cost?
From R2,500 per person for larger groups up to R8,600 for one guest, on a sliding scale — WhatsApp us your group size for an exact quote.

What makes this different from a regular wine tour?
You’ll see active winemaking — grape picking, crushing, and fermentation — alongside the usual tastings and pairings, only possible during harvest months.

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What is Harvest Season?

Harvest season in the Cape Winelands is the most exciting time of year for both winemakers and visitors. Running from late January through April, it marks the period when grapes are handpicked at their peak ripeness and brought into the cellar to begin their transformation into wine.

The vineyards are alive with activity — teams of pickers move through the rows at sunrise, tractors carry freshly cut grapes, and cellar crews work tirelessly to press, ferment, and nurture the new vintage. The air is filled with the aromas of crushed grapes and fermenting juice, offering a sensory experience unlike any other time of year.

For visitors, harvest is a chance to witness the winemaking process up close: walk among the vines, taste the grapes straight from the vineyard, sample freshly pressed juice, or even try traditional grape stomping. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with the land, the people, and the passion behind every bottle of Cape wine.

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