- Bergkelder Wine Centre - Travelers will be taken through the process of wine production in the biggest cellar in South Africa. This is a cellar which has been dug under a mountain in order to maintain a cool temperature for wine maturation.
On arrival travelers will are taken through the wine production process by an onsite wine specialist guide. Travelers learn the various stages from picking the grapes in the vineyards until it is a finished product ready for consumption.
This is done in the cellar under cool controlled temperature. While travelers learn the entire production process they are also tasting the different wines which are making inroads on the international market.
A tour of the cellar normally last for an hour and the travelers are ushered into the wine museum. Here they can explore the the age old machinery, equipment, bottles and methods used to produce wine way back in the 1600 when wine was first produced in South Africa. Travelers have the opportunity of buying wine direct from the producer.
- Pick up from your hotel and drop off after the tour
- Registered and accredited tourist guide
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Wine tasting fees up to R80pp per winery
- Lunch
- Gratuities
This journey presents explorers to the renowned wines of South Africa, alongside its historical insights, picturesque scenery, and landscape.
The travelogue educates explorers on South African wine-making processes, the unique features of their wines in connection to the climate, and how their wines stand out globally. It further covers South Africa’s history, tracing back to the arrival of Dutch settlers, and later, the influence of French Hugenouts in introducing the wine production culture.
It sheds light on the historical events, such as Nelson Mandela’s imprisonment, and showcases the incredible landscapes in the wine-producing regions including the dramatic mountain ranges, and South African hospitality. Additionally, the tour instructs travelers on the art of pairing wines with varied dishes, cheeses, and deli items, along with tips on selecting wines for diverse occasions.
Amidst all these, the travel journey offers splendid sightseeing experiences. Some vineyards, almost nestled at the mountain tops, offer spectacular valley views, adding to the photogenic allure of the trip.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
