Discover the Franschhoek Wine Tram During Your Stay at Ashbourne Guest House 

A visit to Franschhoek simply wouldn’t be complete without experiencing its famous vineyards – and one of the most enjoyable ways to explore them is aboard the Franschhoek Wine Tram. 

Combining beautiful scenery, exceptional wines and the freedom to explore multiple estates without having to drive, the Wine Tram has become one of the Cape Winelands’ most popular attractions. When staying at Ashbourne Guest House, you’ll be ideally positioned to add this unforgettable experience to your Franschhoek itinerary. 

A Different Way to Discover Franschhoek’s Wine Estate

The Franschhoek Wine Tram offers a hop-on, hop-off journey through one of South Africa’s most celebrated wine regions. 

Rather than choosing a single estate for the day, visitors can travel through the Franschhoek Valley and experience several different wine farms along their selected route. 

The journey combines tram and tram-bus transport, taking guests through spectacular vineyard landscapes while allowing them to hop off at participating estates. 

Depending on where you choose to stop, your day could include wine tastings, cellar experiences, leisurely lunches, vineyard walks or simply relaxing with a glass of wine while admiring the surrounding mountains. 

Choose a Route That Suits Your Day 

Part of the fun of the Franschhoek Wine Tram is deciding which route to explore. 

There are several colour-coded lines, with each route visiting a different selection of wine estates. This means you can choose an itinerary based on the wineries you’d most like to experience rather than following one fixed tour. 

Some visitors prefer spending more time at just a few estates, while others enjoy hopping between several different stops throughout the day. 

If there’s a particular restaurant, tasting experience or wine farm you don’t want to miss, it’s worth doing a little planning before your trip. Certain restaurants and specialised tastings may also require separate reservations. 

More Than Just Wine Tasting 

While wine may be the star of the experience, there’s much more to discover along the way. 

Franschhoek’s estates offer everything from beautiful restaurants and picnic areas to gardens, art, architecture and spectacular mountain views. 

You don’t need to be a serious wine enthusiast to enjoy the Wine Tram either. The combination of scenery, history, food and relaxed travel makes it an entertaining way to experience the wider Franschhoek Valley. 

And, perhaps best of all, no one in your group needs to worry about being the designated driver. 

Stay at Ashbourne Guest House 

After a full day of exploring the valley, having comfortable accommodation nearby makes the experience even better. 

Ashbourne Guest House offers a welcoming base in Franschhoek, allowing guests to enjoy the village, restaurants and surrounding attractions without feeling removed from the action. 

Start your morning with breakfast before setting off on your Wine Tram adventure. After a day spent travelling between vineyards and discovering local wines, return to the peaceful surroundings of Ashbourne to relax and recharge. 

The combination of a convenient location, comfortable accommodation and personal hospitality makes Ashbourne an excellent choice for travellers planning a wine-focused Franschhoek getaway. 

Tips for Planning Your Wine Tram Experience 

A little preparation can help you get much more out of your day: 

• Reserve your tickets in advance: The Wine Tram is extremely popular, particularly during weekends, public holidays and the summer season. 

• Check the different routes: Each line includes different estates, so look at the current route information before choosing. 

• Don’t try to visit every stop: Allow yourself enough time to enjoy the estates rather than rushing from one to another. 

• Book popular restaurants separately: If you have your heart set on lunch at a particular wine estate, make a reservation ahead of time. 

• Allow time for tastings: Wine tastings and other estate experiences aren’t necessarily included with your tram ticket, so check what’s available at each stop. 

• Stay close to Franschhoek: Nearby accommodation means you can enjoy the day without worrying about a long journey afterwards. 

Turn Your Wine Tram Adventure Into a Franschhoek Getaway 

The Franschhoek Wine Tram isn’t simply transportation between wine farms – it’s an experience in its own right. 

From travelling through beautiful vineyards to discovering new wines and lingering over lunch with the Franschhoek mountains in the distance, it’s a wonderful way to experience the character of the Cape Winelands. 

Pair your Wine Tram adventure with a stay at Ashbourne Guest House and turn a day of wine tasting into a relaxing Franschhoek escape. 

With comfortable accommodation waiting at the end of your adventure, all that’s left to decide is which Wine Tram route you’ll explore first.