What to do and see in Paarl, Western Cape: The Best Private Tours

September 20, 2021 Nicolette Lion

Sipping your way across the Paarl Wine Route is one of the most enjoyable ways to experience this South African town. Besides being part of the Cape Winelands region, Paarl is the place where the Afrikaans language was developed, a linguistic feat that’s commemorated by a dramatic monument. Cheer on your favorite pony at the Polo Club or hit the links at one of the area’s many beautiful golf courses.
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1. Private Full-Day Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl Wine Tour from Cape Town

I & F Elegant Country Tours
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This full Day Private Tour of the Cape Winelands for couples,friends traveling together or small parties to Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl, the biggest wine regions in South Africa. To secure social distance tastings will be outdoors, weather permitting. Only couples or small groups will be accommodated. Taste premier wines on vineyards of choice or the guide will tailor-make a tour to accommodate your wine palates.Utmost flexibility is our point of departure. As far as possible crowds will be avoided. You will also experience city tours in one or two main towns (also a Stellenbosch University drive) and sample about 16 different wines of 3 or, time permitting, 4 vineyards for the day. For your own account we will arrange lunch on a vineyard with spectacular views over one of the many stunning valleys. Panoramic drives and picture stops included. Vineyards close normally 17h00 or 16h00 with the last tasting commencing 45 minutes prior to closing time. STARTING TIME 09h30.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Private tour, Small-group, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Chilled bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Wine Tasting fees.

Reviewed By OBeniamin

It was absolutely unforgettable experience. The drive was slow enough, so we had time to see and enjoy the surrounding and we stopped at the most picturesque sites. We had lunch at beautiful restaurant and was watching penguins while eating. On the way back we stopped at botanical gardens and had time to walk around (I would like to go there again) and we fall in love with Shona sculptures so much that we even purchased one when we came back to US. We’ve been great admires of Shona sculptures since that time. Ivan told us many stories and a lot of information about the land. We enjoyed his company so much that we still maintain contact. His driving is also awesome, you can rarely experience such smooth and comfortable ride. We with we are able to come again. It is just so far.

2. Cape Town Wine Lands Private Day Tour

Withlocals
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Here’s the ultimate wine experience in Cape Town! Take a trip into the beautiful wine lands outside the city and visit one of a kind wineries & vineyards. Get a taste of some of the best wines in the region. From delightful white wine, rich red wine and their famous MCC.

Inclusions: Local guide, Private Tour, Entrance tickets, Driver, A/C Car, Wine tasting of over 11 different wines, Cheese Tasting, Nougat Tasting

Exclusions: Extra food and drinks

Reviewed By BuonGusto380

On the 14 th of march we had the great pleasure of meeting up with Caley for a dsicovery of Capetian foods. Well, we discovered way more , we truly discovered how beautifull the local people of Capetown are. Caley was polite, well versed in the subject of food and general info about her beloved city, and had a great sense of humor. We had the most memorable day and just fell in love with the Mother city...

3. Private Cape Winelands Wine Tasting Tour

African Xplora
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Explore the Cape Winelands graced with amazing views and taste some of the best wines the region has to offer with a qualified driver and tourist guide. African Xplora understands that the outbreak of the Corona Virus (Covid-19) raises many questions regarding travelling as well as planning travel in the near future and we recognise the uncertainty this may cause. Many countries have issued preventative responses to the Corona Virus, but that doesn’t mean you have to cut your trip short or cancel it altogether. Rest assured, we are monitoring the situation closely as it evolves and we are following Government travel advice. We will be providing as much assistance as possible. Your safety is our biggest concern.

Inclusions: Two Wine Tastings, One Wine & Cheese Tasting, Option to purchase wines

Exclusions: Lunch, Fees to optional visits

Reviewed By Strike88x

Our tour was extremely good and so much fun. Booking and communications were excellent. The tour itself was a big hit for us. Benjamin our tour guide went beyond for us and even helped take us around couple more days. Very informative guy and super humble. I would recommend this place to anyone. 10/10 for us! Thank you!

4. Cape Winelands Private Tour

Morkel Travel & Tours
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- Drive past majestic mountain backdrops to the third oldest settlement in South Africa, Paarl. Rich in history, culture, natural splendour and renowned for its centuries-old tradition of winemaking. Visit an award winning wine estate and participate in a wine and cheese tasting. - Enjoy breathtaking views of rolling vineyards and majestic mountain backdrops as drive to, Stellenbosch. Drive through the historical town with stately Cape Dutch, Georgian and Victorian architecture along its oak-lined streets before headng to an award winning wine estate to participate in a wine tasting. Enjoy lunch the town of Stellenbosch (at own account). - Visit the 3rd wine estate in Franschhoek Valley. This is the food and wine heartland of the country, here breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, world class cuisine and the finest wines all combine to create lasting memories.End the day wth a visit an award winning wine estate and participate in a wine tasting.

Inclusions: Hotel Pick- up & Drop –off, Knowledgeable & qualified English speaking Tour Guide/Driver, 3 Wine tastings, Private tour just for you and your party

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities & tips

Reviewed By PrashantK1222

I hired Morkel Travel service for pickup/drop off from the Cap airport and a one-day Cape Peninsula Tour. My booking was hassle-free and worthful. The trip was very excellent. Our guide Orion was very friendly and well knowledgeable, he explained in detail of Capetown areas while on the touring. Overall its was a nice trip, I would highly recommend it. Many Thanks, Orion Morkel...:)

5. Best of Cape town in 4 days

Cape Archives Tours
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This customizable program includes but is not limited to: See all Cape town has to offer in just 4 days. Take a trip to the Cape of good hope. Discover the prestine and dramatic coastline of the famous cape. Discover abundant wildlife from penguins to Ostriches as well as the big 5. Visit the Cape winelands and try different kinds of wines and wine pairings. Visit a cellar and learn a bit about how wine is made. Dicover world heritage sites such as Roben Island and the richest floral kingdom in the world! Visit phenomenol Kirstinbosch botanical garden. A colourful and historical community known as Bo-kaap is not to be missed and Take a Cable car and go up the Tbale mountain.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All entrance fees, chilled bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Kay_Khumalo

My daughter and I had a really great trip. Xavier was on time, professional and very informative. I would definitely recommend him for a tour guide!

6. 2-Day Private Tour: The Cape Pensinsula & Winelands from Cape Town

Zion Escape Tours
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You can expect an informative experience from our tours as we believe that the best tours leave you in-the-know; whether it is about the country’s riches history, food, wildlife or our sparkly Diamonds. Leave you feeling like a sommelier or learn how to express gratitude in the local dialect. We want you to feel at home, making this experience your travel tradition for years to come and we want to make this experience your ideal escape. Day 1 you can expect scenic drives along the Peninsula all the way to The Cape of Good Hope. Day 2 we visit the Cape’s famous Winelands in Paarl, Franschhoek & finish the tour in Stellenbosch.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, Professional Guide, Hotel pick up and drop off, Cape of Good Hope

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Wine, cheese, chocolate and beer tasting , Entrance charges (approx R500pp)

Reviewed By K3192

Given the current COVID-19 concerns, a private tour was just what my partner and I needed. We had an absolutely amazing time with our tour guide Armando! He was incredibly knowledgable about the sites we visited on our tour as well as entertaining, making for an all around great day touring the cape. Our pick up was timely as well. Armando also allowed for reasonable breaks in between tour sites so we can really enjoy the spots we visited. Anyone interested in a comfortable and fun tour should certainly book with these guys they are great!

7. Private: Full-Day Aquila Safari Game Reserve Tour in Cape Town

Aim Cape Tours.
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Trade the urban jungle of Cape Town for a safari amidst real wild animals during this 9-hour private safari excursion. Travel by private vehicle to a game reserve to search for ‘Big 5’ animals like rhinos, lions, leopards, elephants and buffalo, plus other creatures like giraffes, hippos and cheetahs, observing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. On the way home, stop by a winery for a tasting and cheese pairing.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Wine tasting at 1 wine estate on the way back to Cape Town, Private transfers to and from the game reserve

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, Entry/Admission - Aquila Private Game Reserve.

8. Full-day Winelands Explore Private Tour of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl

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Oenophiles and nature lovers alike are in for a treat on this private exploration of the Cape Winelands. Not only do you visit three esteemed wine farms for fine wine tastings and phenomenal pairings with cheese and chocolate in the Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek regions; the extraordinary scenery along the way will transport you back to yesteryear to reminisce among white gabled buildings and impressive manor houses flanked by soaring mountain ranges. Firstly you'll visit the cheese haven of Fairview for a master tasting of their wine with local produce. Continue to the historically rich La Motte wine estate for another tasting and insider view of their maturation cellar. Visit the self-proclaimed culinary capital of South Africa, Franschhoek for a lunch stop and end your meander along the Winelands with sweet port-style wine and chocolate pairing at the heritage-rich Muratie wine farm before heading back to Cape Town late afternoon.

Inclusions: Local guide, Flexible private tour. Inform us after booking of your special requests., Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Hotel pickup and drop-off, 1x Bottled water, Fairview Master Cheese & Wine Tasting, La Motte Wine Tasting or similar, Muratie Port & Chocolate Pairing

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By AlbertoVanzetto

Great trip! TK was so helpful and always available to help. The hostels we stayed in were amazing and the activities even better, I strongly suggest the elephant walk, bungee jumping and sandboarding.

9. 9-Day Best South Africa Tour to Kruger National Park and Cape Town

Agate Travel - South Africa Tours

Spend nine days viewing what South Africa have to offer on a private trip. Get into the wild and see the majesty of Africa's Big Five on a safari tour at the Kruger National Park. Travel through the beautiful Cape Town by a private vehicle and enjoy views of the Table Mountain, Robben Island, Cape Peninsula and finally have a wine-tasting tour.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, 8-night accommodations based on twin-sharing room, Air-conditioned vehicle, Economy class airfare of Johannesburg - Nelspruit / Hoedspruit - Cape Town, Professional English speaking drive-guide

Exclusions: International flight into and out of South Africa., Gratuities, South Africa visa fees.

Reviewed By John M

This local based tour company is well knowledged of the area and provides a professional service to the clients in terms of site history and places of interest. Celine my tour guide for the Xi'an part demonstrated lots of passion and information of all the sites that we visited. She was extremely friendly and provided good support to everyone's needs. The Terracotta Warriors were amazing to see and also the Xian City Wall. I highly recommend Travel China Guide as a tour company choice for any China trip.

10. Helicopter (fees excluded) Wine Tasting (fees excluded) & Picnic (fees excluded)

Kabura Travel Tours

There is no doubt that Cape Town is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, and there is no better way to explore and admire this beauty than taking a private helicopter flight. After our helicopter flight we will drive to the Cape Winelands in Stellenbosch where we will enjoy Cheese and Wine tasting and a picnic lunch amongst the vineyards. The tour culminates with our final wine tasting in one of the most beautiful wine estates in Stellenbosch before we return back to Cape Town.

Inclusions: Private tour guide/driver, vehicle and fuel, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Wine tasting and cheese tasting

Exclusions: Choice of Picnic at Warwick or lunch at Delaire Graff., Choice of Cape Point Helicopter flight @ R16900.00 per helicopter seating 1-3 pax, Choice of Robben Island Helicopter Flight R9000.00 per helicopter seating 1-3 Pax, Choice of Three Bays Helicopter Flight @ R8450.00 per helicopter seating 1-3 pax, Choice of Atlantico Helicopter Flight R5600.00 per helicopter seating 1-3 pax, Wine Tasting Fees at Warwick Wine Estate = R50.00 per adult, Wine Tasting Fees at Delaire Graff Wine Estate = R70.00 per adult

Reviewed By nobenathibungane

Very tentative guide, well knowledgeable about the wine and the farms. I new very little about wine, after the trip I knew how it is process, difference between white and red wine. The different cultivars which are chosen for specific wines

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