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Cape Vineyards and Coastal Romance

A honeymoon with vineyard lunches, sea air and time together.

  1. 1Cape Town
  2. 2Franschhoek
  3. 3Hermanus
  4. 4Cape Town Airport

From, per person~US$2,390

Designed by @snuck Shaped around your dates No payment to ask

Best Feb, Mar and Oct, Nov

By @snuckUpdated 11 November 2026

Start in Cape Town, stay at a small vineyard retreat near Franschhoek, then spend three nights by the ocean in Hermanus. Enjoy private transfers, a couples' spa treatment and a few special meals, with plenty of free time together.

Length
8 nights
Route
Cape Town, Franschhoek, Hermanus…
Best time
Feb, Mar and Oct, Nov
Ideal for
Honeymooners who enjoy long lunches and quiet coastal stays

Why you'll love it

  1. Three nights in a Cape Town boutique hotel
  2. Two nights among Franschhoek vineyards
  3. Three nights by the Hermanus coast
  4. Private wine tasting experience in the Winelands
  5. A spa treatment for two
  6. One special dinner with ocean views

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Settle into Cape Town

    Meet your driver and settle into your boutique hotel. Spend the rest of the day as you like, with dinner nearby.

    • Stay: 4-5 star boutique hotel in Gardens, Cape Town
    • Getting there: Private airport transfer, approximately 25-45 minutes; longer in traffic

  2. Day 2

    Table Mountain and Camps Bay

    Ride the Table Mountain cableway if the weather allows. Then drive to Camps Bay for lunch at your own expense and a relaxed afternoon by the sea.

    • Stay: 4-5 star boutique hotel in Gardens, Cape Town
    • Getting there: Private car, approximately 1-1.5 hours total driving

  3. Day 3

    Cook in Bo-Kaap

    Join a small Cape Malay cooking session with a host, then share the lunch you help prepare. Spend the afternoon browsing shops or relaxing at the hotel.

    • Stay: 4-5 star boutique hotel in Gardens, Cape Town
    • Getting there: Private transfers to the cooking session, approximately 15-25 minutes each way

  4. Day 4

    Head to Franschhoek

    Take your time over breakfast before leaving for Franschhoek. Check into your country retreat and spend the afternoon in the gardens or by the pool.

    • Stay: 4-5 star vineyard boutique retreat near Franschhoek
    • Getting there: Private transfer, approximately 1.25-1.75 hours

  5. Day 5

    Wine Tasting and Vineyard Lunch

    Visit two wine estates with your private driver for tastings led by hosts and an included two-course lunch. Return in the afternoon for time at your retreat.

    • Stay: 4-5 star vineyard boutique retreat near Franschhoek
    • Getting there: Private car, approximately 45-75 minutes total driving between estates

  6. Day 6

    Drive to Hermanus

    Drive through the Overberg to Hermanus, stopping for coffee along the way. Settle into your coastal hotel, then take a short walk on the cliff path if you feel like it.

    • Stay: 4-5 star coastal boutique hotel in Hermanus
    • Getting there: Private transfer, approximately 2-2.5 hours driving; allow 3 hours with a stop

  7. Day 7

    Spa Time for Two

    Start the day slowly, then enjoy your included couples' spa treatment. Spend the afternoon reading, walking or relaxing at the hotel.

    • Stay: 4-5 star coastal boutique hotel in Hermanus
    • Getting there: Private local spa transfer if needed, approximately 10-20 minutes each way

  8. Day 8

    Coastal Walks and Ocean-View Dinner

    Keep the day free for cliff-path walks and a long café lunch. During the local whale season, you can add a boat trip at extra cost, then end the day with an included three-course dinner overlooking the ocean.

    • Stay: 4-5 star coastal boutique hotel in Hermanus
    • Getting there: Private dinner transfers, approximately 10-20 minutes each way

  9. Day 9

    Return for Your Flight

    Have breakfast before your direct private ride to Cape Town airport. An afternoon or evening flight gives you time for a comfortable departure from Hermanus.

    • Getting there: Private transfer to Cape Town airport, approximately 1.5-2 hours; allow extra for traffic

Where you'll stay

  1. 3 nights · days 1 to 34-5 star boutique hotel in Gardens, Cape Town
  2. 2 nights · days 4 to 54-5 star vineyard boutique retreat near Franschhoek
  3. 3 nights · days 6 to 84-5 star coastal boutique hotel in Hermanus

When to go

  1. Jan
  2. Febgood time to go
  3. Margood time to go
  4. Apr
  5. May
  6. Jun
  7. Jul
  8. Aug
  9. Sep
  10. Octgood time to go
  11. Novgood time to go
  12. Dec

Best from Feb, Mar and Oct, Nov. Other months work too; we'll tell you what to expect for your dates.

Included

  • Eight nights in 4-5 star boutique stays, two people sharing a room
  • Daily breakfast
  • Private airport transfers and drives between towns
  • Private driver for planned Cape Town and Winelands outings
  • Return Table Mountain cableway ride, weather permitting
  • Small-group Cape Malay cooking session with lunch
  • Two wine estate tastings and one vineyard lunch
  • One 60-minute couples' spa treatment
  • One three-course dinner with ocean views, excluding drinks
  • Local accommodation taxes

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa or entry-authorisation costs
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals and drinks beyond those listed
  • Optional whale-watching boat trip
  • Extra spa treatments and tips
  • Applicable Indian booking taxes and TCS

Good to know

  • Starting price is an estimate per person, with two people sharing a room, excluding international flights. Festive dates and room upgrades cost more.
  • Whale-watching trips depend on the season and weather, and sightings are never guaranteed. Of this trip's suggested months, October is best for whale watching.
  • Request vegetarian, Jain or alcohol-free options in advance. Special menus for the cooking session must be confirmed.

Before you go to South Africa

Capital:
Pretoria
Languages:
Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele
Currency:
ZAR

Questions

How many days is the Cape Vineyards and Coastal Romance trip?

8 nights and 9 days: Cape Town, Franschhoek, Hermanus, Cape Town Airport.

How much does it cost?

From ₹2,25,000 per person, twin sharing, without international flights. We confirm the price for your dates.

When is the best time to go?

Feb, Mar and Oct, Nov.

What is included?

Eight nights in 4-5 star boutique stays, two people sharing a room, Daily breakfast, Private airport transfers and drives between towns, Private driver for planned Cape Town and Winelands outings, Return Table Mountain cableway ride, weather permitting, Small-group Cape Malay cooking session with lunch, Two wine estate tastings and one vineyard lunch, One 60-minute couples' spa treatment, One three-course dinner with ocean views, excluding drinks, Local accommodation taxes.

What is not included?

International flights, Visa or entry-authorisation costs, Travel insurance, Meals and drinks beyond those listed, Optional whale-watching boat trip, Extra spa treatments and tips, Applicable Indian booking taxes and TCS.

Can the trip be changed?

Yes. A trip designer shapes the pace, stays and length with you before you book.

Make it yours.

Change the pace, the stays or the length. A trip designer shapes it with you, and we confirm the price for your dates.

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