Famed for its world-class safaris, hosting major sporting events and its unique topography, South Africa is also home to some of the best food and wine on the planet, making it the perfect destination for Good Housekeeping's exclusive holiday for gourmands.
Whether you're an amateur or serious foodie, South Africa should be on your bucket list for a culinary adventure and thanks to our once-in-a-lifetime trip, you can savour the flavours of this beautiful country in 2022 0r 2023.
You'll visit Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Cape Town, tasting the finest wines and cuisine along the way.
In Cape Town's historic Bo-Kaap district, you can take part in a hands-on Cape Malay cooking demonstration to sample the rich cuisine. Franschhoek is where you'll head to the private home of a TV chef for an authentic braai (barbecue) session.
And on the ethical, organic Spier Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, you'll see where the produce comes from at a farm-to-table experience.
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Wine lovers will be in your element as you visit Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines, tasting their signature white blend and Syrah wines with the experts. In Cape Town, you can soak up the natural beauty all around as you enjoy a tour, tasting and alfresco lunch overlooking the vineyards of Groot Constantia, a place where wines have been produced for over 300 years.
It's not just about the food and wine though as our exclusive tour takes in the cultural highlights of South Africa. From a walking tour of the Huguenot Monument in Franschhoek to a look around the spectacular Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden and a visit to South Africa's oldest university town, Stellenbosch, you'll soak up the very best of this fascinating country.
A cable car ride up to the top of Table Mountain will invite you to absorb the breathtaking views, and there's a chance to hike here, too.
Afternoon tea at the iconic Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, a must-visit in Cape Town, is also included and adds to the luxury of this fabulous tour.
Of course, it wouldn't be the trip of a lifetime without the finest accommodation for you to relax in after all the eating, drinking and exploring.
Throughout this 11-day tour, you'll stay in five-star hotels and have private transfers and tours.
Like the sound of taking a dream trip to South Africa this year or next? Visit our holiday website to read all about our foodie holiday and how to book.
