Franschhoek Cycle Tour: Three Wine Estates & Vineyard Trails

You ride between three celebrated estates on the same day, tasting at each one.

A six-hour guided cycle tour through Franschhoek Valley on mountain bikes, visiting three wine estates with tastings at each stop and a snack pack included. The route follows scenic vineyard trails beside the Franschhoek River, framed by mountains and tree-lined avenues. Lunch is on your own account. A minimum of two people is required to confirm the tour. EBike upgrades are available as an optional extra at additional cost.

Step-by-step itinerary

Franschhoek Valley cycling and wine tasting

• Cycle scenic vineyard trails
• Visit Rickety Bridge Wine Estate
• Enjoy wine tasting at Rickety Bridge
• Visit La Bri wine estate
• Enjoy wine tasting at La Bri
• Visit third wine estate in valley
• Enjoy wine tasting at third estate
• Stop at Huguenot cultural monument
• Have à la carte lunch (own cost)

The experience

The ride covers gentle terrain through the valley floor, starting from a meeting point 3km from Franschhoek village. You'll pedal past vineyards and follow trails beside the Franschhoek River, with the Wemmershoek Mountains as a backdrop. The guide leads you through three stops: Rickety Bridge Wine Estate, which overlooks the valley from a hillside position; La Bri, one of the oldest Huguenot-allocated farms in the region; and a third estate spread across 47 acres with views toward the rugged mountains beyond. At each stop you taste wines and learn the history of the properties: La Bri's connection to 17th-century Huguenot settlement is woven into the valley's identity.

You'll ride on a mountain bike with helmet included. EBike upgrades are available to book in advance if you prefer electric assist, though these are subject to availability and cost extra. A snack pack with bottled water, chocolate and nuts sustains you between stops. Lunch happens at one of the estates and is on your own account. You order and pay separately. The guide speaks English and sets a leisurely pace suited to moderate fitness. The six-hour duration includes riding time, tastings and the lunch break.

The tour requires a minimum of two people to run. Single travelers can enquire about joining a prebooked group. You need to be at least 16 years old and have moderate physical fitness. The cycling is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or during pregnancy. Public transport options exist near the starting point if you're staying in the village without a car.

What’s included

• All wine tastings at the three estates.
• fully guided tour with an English-speaking guide.
• mountain bike and helmet rental.
• snack pack with bottled water, chocolate and nuts.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (16 to 80 years) · Under 16: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 14 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Bikes 'n Wines

Is this one for you?The tour departs from a meeting point 3km outside Franschhoek village, so it suits travelers staying in the area without a car: public transport options are nearby if you need them. The six-hour duration and leisurely pace fit a half-day activity that leaves your afternoon or evening free, and the guide handles route navigation so you focus on riding and tasting.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What three wine estates do we visit on the Franschhoek cycle tour?

Rickety Bridge Wine Estate, positioned 3km from Franschhoek village on a hillside overlooking vineyards and the Wemmershoek Mountains; La Bri, one of the oldest Huguenot-allocated farms in the valley with deep roots in South African wine history; and a third 47-acre estate with views across the valley floor toward the rugged mountains.

Can I upgrade to an EBike instead of a mountain bike?

EBike upgrades are available as an optional extra at additional cost, but you must book in advance to secure one as availability is limited.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Lunch is on your own account. You order and pay separately at one of the estates during the tour.

What fitness level do I need for this six-hour cycle tour?

You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnant travelers.

How many people are needed to run the tour?

A minimum of two people is required to confirm a tour. Single travelers can enquire about joining a prebooked group departure.

What's included in the snack pack during the ride?

The snack pack includes bottled water, chocolate, and peanuts or raisins to sustain you between the three wine estate stops.