Wine & Lifestyle · Franschhoek
Diamonds & Winelands
A diamond experience and the Franschhoek Wine Tram through the Cape Winelands.
- Duration
- About 10 hours
- Location
- Franschhoek
- Style
- Private, 2 or 4 guests
- Price
- From R3,950 pp4 guests sharing
The experience
Diamonds & Winelands
A morning with diamonds in Cape Town, then the drive east into the Winelands, where the Franschhoek valley opens beneath its mountains.
The Franschhoek Wine Tram carries you between estates for two tastings, with lunch among the vineyards in between. It is the Winelands at their most relaxed, and your driver-guide is waiting for the drive home.
Your journey
How the Day Unfolds
Timings are a guide. Your concierge confirms each appointment and shapes the day around you.
09:00–09:45
The Diamond Works Signature Experience
The story of diamonds and tanzanite, and time in the showroom.
09:45–11:15
To Franschhoek
A private drive into the Winelands.
11:15–11:30
Wine Tram check-in
Check-in for your line and departure.
11:30–12:45
First wine estate
A tasting at the first estate on the line.
13:00–14:00
Vineyard lunch
Lunch at a reserved table among the vines.
14:00–15:15
Second wine estate
A second estate and tasting.
15:15–16:00
A scenic estate stop
If your tram line and its timetable allow.
16:00–17:30
Return to Cape Town
A private drive back to your hotel.
The diamond experience
Every Journey Begins With a Diamond
Each day includes time with diamonds in Cape Town: how they are found, cut and set, the craftsmanship behind a finished stone, and time to look closely in a showroom.
Buying is never part of the plan. If something catches your eye, you deal directly with the jeweller, and nothing you see is included in the tour price.
What's Included
- Private vehicle with your own driver-guide for the day
- Hotel collection and return within central Cape Town
- The Diamond Works' complimentary Signature Diamond & Tanzanite Experience, by appointment
- Franschhoek Wine Tram ticket
- Two wine tastings, up to R400 per guest in total
- Lunch, up to R300 per guest
- Bottled water
Not Included
- Jewellery, diamonds, gemstones and rings, which you buy directly from the jeweller if you choose to
- Tastings beyond the included amount, wine bottles, private tastings and premium dining
- Additional drinks, gratuities and personal purchases
- Flights, accommodation and travel insurance
- Collection outside central Cape Town, extra hours or changes after confirmation, unless quoted
Make it yours
Optional Extras
Add any of these when you enquire. Each depends on appointments and timings, which your concierge confirms with you.
Premium tasting or pairing
A reserve tasting, a wine and chocolate pairing or another estate experience, chosen with you.
Reserve wines, a food pairing or an upgraded lunch.
Request a quote
Shimansky Rockwell Diamond Experience
A guided diamond experience at Shimansky's Rockwell showroom, booked by appointment.
In place of the morning diamond visit, if the tram schedule allows.
Price on request
Collection outside central Cape Town
Collection from the Southern Suburbs, the Atlantic Seaboard, the Winelands or further afield.
Request a quote
- Ask your concierge.
Plan your journey
Make This Journey Your Own
Tell us your date and who you are travelling with. Our Diamond Concierge will confirm every detail and shape the day around you.
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