The longest stretching wine route in the world!

Did you know that South Africa has the longest stretching wine route in the world?

It’s Route 62 – also known as the Wine Route.  10 points of south africa 3A beautiful two-lane road that meanders for 528 miles between Cape Town in the Western Cape, all the way to Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape, offering a wonderfully scenic route across the country.   The Wine Route leads through some of the country’s best wine-growing regions including  Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Wellington, Tulbagh, Worcester, Robertson and Klien Karoo – thus making it one of the longest wine routes in the world!

giraffes chillingAnd if the wine tasting is not enough to keep you mellow & happy, other activities along this famous road include safari drives, tribal cultural tours, all sorts of museums, hiking trails & mountain climbing providing the most beautiful views of the sea, 4×4 routes, canoeing, horse riding, ostrich riding (if you dare!), fishing, and even bungee jumping for those with no nerve endings!  You can even stop off at Kapula’s factory for their candles & ceramics and see how these beautiful products are handmade by their talented team of artisans.Kapula & Julians 001

So – don’t let the winter blues get you down.  Why not give yourself an AMAZING present this holiday season, a true adventure, a fantastic road trip and a delicious glass, or two, of wine!  Cheers!

 

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