Cycling The Cape & Winelands

12 days - from $2540

Escape to the open roads of the Western Cape.
Widely recognised as one of the most beautiful places in the world, Cape Town and its surrounding countryside and beaches provide a stunning backdrop for this tour. Our unique circular route allows us to take in many of the fantastic sights that the Cape Peninsula has to offer. In addition to Table Mountain and the chance to sample the produce of the world famous wine estates of Stellenbosch, the wild coastline and rugged interior provide some classic riding on peaceful roads with very little traffic. The stunning scenery, a rich cultural history, unique flora, and some unusual wildlife encounters in the form of penguins, plains game, whales (in season) and baboons, make this a fantastic destination to discover by bicycle.

Itinerary:

Day 1 Start Cape Town. 2 Ride over Hellshoogte, passing vineyards, to village of Franschhoek. 3 Ride the Franschhoek Pass; afternoon wine tasting in Stellenbosch. 4 Transfer through Breede Valley; ride through semi-arid desert of Great Karoo. 5 Ride through Langeberge Mountains to Bontebok National Park, home to rare antelope and mountain zebra. 6 Ride and transfer to Cape Agulhas National Park, Africa's southernmost point. 7 Transfer and ride through the Overberg Mountain Range to Hermanus (seasonal whale watching). 8 Free day to relax in Hermanus. 9 Ride the Whale Coast to Gordon's Bay. 10 Stunning Cape Peninsula ride through historic coastal villages; visit penguin colony. 11 Cycle to Cape Town via Chapman's Peak, Houtbay and Camps Bay. 12 Optional morning visit to Robben Island; End Cape Town.

Mode of travel: Average daily distance: 55km (34 miles) No. of days cycling: 10 Vehicle support: 100% Terrain and route: a classic road tour with relaxed rides and the opportunity for a few challenging climbs. Mainly good quality tarmac with a few excursions onto hard-packed graded roads.
Group size: Normally 6 to 14, plus leader and driver.
Accommodation: 4 nights lodge, 7 nights chalets. Most properties are small, privately owned establishments that are clean and comfortable. All rooms are en suite.
Food: All breakfasts, 7 lunches and 5 dinners included.
Optional Single Supplement: from $770.00
Trip Reference: MZC
Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below.
Notes: Local Bike Hire: Trek 4500 or Trek 4300 mountain bikes with front suspension GBP145, paid on bookingWhale watching season - September to November
Trip Reference: MZC