Delicious Expeditions in South Africa

SOUTH AFRICAN CUISINE & THE WINE HARVEST

March 5-12, 2016

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Nestled between towering mountains in the beautiful Cape winelands lies the magnificent Franschhoek Valley. This is the culinary heartland of South Africa, where splendid wines are blended and the country's top chefs create magnificent cuisine. The village of Franschhoek, 45 minutes from Cape Town, offers wonderful crafts, antique shops, and galleries. The main street is lined with coffee houses and world-class restaurants.

Our South African Experience encompasses the best of the Cape region, from gourmet dinners and guided wine tastings to country markets and cosmopolitan cities. Since we know most people will be staying in country more than our week together, we have provided a list of add-on tours to round out your journey. From a safari at Krueger National Park to a historic train ride to Port Elizabeth; take advantage of your time in South Africa.

Click to learn more about the town of Franschhoek.

Welcome to South Africa's Wine Country

A private driver will pick you up at either the Cape Town airport or local city hotel* and drive you to Franschhoek. We'll meet in the evening for cocktails and introductions before heading out to one of the town's best restaurants for dinner.

Franschhoek & Artisanial Food
We'll start the day with a guided historical tour of Franschhoek before stopping for lunch. Then hop on a horse-drawn carriage and see more local sites while sampling the town's famed artisanial cheeses and chocolates. Dinner on your own.

day 3: Italian Culinary Tour

Wineries and Mountain Views
Morning cooking class at a local vineyard with wine tasting before enjoying a mountainside picnic with extraordinary views. Free afternoon and evening to explore on your own or visit one of the town's famed spas.

The Mother City
Today we're off Cape Town, a local arts and crafts market, and Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was held for 27 years. Dinner on your own.

day 5: Italian Culinary Tour

Stellenbosch Vineyards
We'll continue to learn more about South African wine with vineyard visits and lunch in Stellenbosch, South Africa's other famed wine town. Afternoon cooking class with dinner.

The Western Cape
Our trip to the Western Cape will feature penguins, whales, and wildlife sightings, not to mention spectacular landscapes. Dinner on your own.

day 7: Italian Culinary Tour

Local Cooking, Seasonal ingredients
We'll head to the local market before a cooking class featuring new and exotic ingredients. Free afternoon for last minute shopping or sights. Farewell dinner featuring local delights.

day 7: Italian Culinary Tour Departure
After breakfast, you'll be taken to either the Cape Town airport or will continue with one of Winelands Experience's private tours.

Pricing For Our SOUTH AFRICA TOUR*:

Double occupancy $3400 with private bath

Single supplement $400

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*included in the price are 7 nights accommodations, all ground transportation after arriving to Cape Town, all group activities, cooking class, and meals, unless otherwise noted in the itinerary.

A $1000 per person deposit is required to reserve your place in the South Africa tour. Once your deposit is received, an email confirmation will be sent. We encourage you not to purchase airline tickets until you have received our letter of confirmation. The balance is due no later than 60 days before the tour begins. If not received by that time, DELICIOUS EXPEDITIONS reserves the right to treat the reservation as canceled.

*We encourage you to arrive to Cape Town a day or two before the South Africa tour begins in order to get the most from your journey. Our day in the city will allow you to see only part of this vibrant place, so take advantage of Winelands' city add-on. We can also provide a list of recommended hotels and restaurants, if you'd like to see it on your own.

ASK FOR A LIST OF WINELANDS' ADD-ON JOURNEYS TO TAKE ADVANTAGE

OF YOUR TIME IN SOUTH AFRICA

*itinerary subject to change depending on local festivals and markets.

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