© Mathis Quintana / Cape Ride AdventuresCape Town, the Winelands & Hermanus
From the Cape Peninsula to the Winelands and the coast at Hermanus.
About the tour
Five days give each landscape room in the journey: the ocean, then the wine valleys beneath the mountains, before returning to the coast. The trip combines riding, visits and time at each overnight stop. A night in the Winelands leaves time to enjoy the valley once the bikes are parked; beside the bay at Hermanus, the setting changes again.
Your itinerary
Start and finish: Cape Town
- DAY 1
Arriving in Cape Town
We meet to prepare for the journey, get acquainted with the motorcycle and go through the itinerary. The briefing covers local riding conditions and the days ahead. A welcome dinner marks the start of the trip.
Dinner included
- DAY 2
The Cape Peninsula
· about 180 kmWe follow the peninsula route through Muizenberg to Boulders Beach and Cape Point, returning through Scarborough, Noordhoek and Chapman’s Peak. We pass Kirstenbosch without visiting the gardens, leaving time for viewpoints and exploring on foot along the way.
Breakfast and dinner included
- DAY 3
Into the Winelands
· about 80 kmWe leave Cape Town for Stellenbosch, then ride over Helshoogte to Franschhoek. Vineyards line the foothills along the way. Staying in Franschhoek gives us time to enjoy the village after the day’s ride.
Breakfast and dinner included
- DAY 4
From the Winelands to Hermanus
· about 135 kmWe return through Helshoogte and Stellenbosch, then continue to Somerset West and over Sir Lowry’s Pass. Beyond Grabouw and Botrivier, the road brings us towards Hermanus. We leave time to enjoy the seafront on arrival. In season, whales may be seen from the shore, although sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Breakfast and dinner included
- DAY 5
Homeward along Clarence Drive
· about 145 kmThe final ride follows the curves of the coast. Along Clarence Drive, the mountains rise beside the road above False Bay. We leave time for a few last stops before returning to Cape Town and handing back the motorcycles.
Breakfast included
What’s included
- Rental of an adventure or touring motorcycle (for example a BMW F 850 GS or Harley-Davidson Street Glide), through our partners
- Guided by Mathis
- Photographs of your trip, delivered within 48 hours of the end of your day ride or tour
- A helmet, jacket and gloves
- Pre-ride briefing
- Motorcycle insurance, under the rental terms
- 4 nights in guesthouses / hotels
- Breakfast each morning (included in accommodation)
- Dinner for each overnight stay: four dinners on the five-day tour
- Cape Point and Boulders entry (rider)
- A stop at a wine estate, with the opportunity to taste
What’s not included
- International flights
- Fuel for your motorcycle
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Personal travel insurance (compulsory, arranged by each participant)
- Optional activities
- Passenger supplement quoted separately
Practical information
Detailed programme
Sent a few days before departure, adjusted to conditions at the time. The stated duration includes stops.
Meeting point
The place and time are confirmed before departure. They depend in part on the selected motorcycle and collection arrangements.
Motorcycle
Models named are examples, subject to availability from our partners. Your proposed motorcycle is confirmed with you before you book. · Explore the motorcycles
Accommodation
The programme sets out the planned accommodation, room category and occupancy basis for the price. Options and supplements are confirmed before booking.
Format and dates
Dates on request, as a private tour for your group or a shared departure. The terms of your chosen option are confirmed before booking.
Languages
Guided in English or French
Payment
Deposit requested once your dates are confirmed. Adjusted terms for late bookings.
