South Africa is a paradise not only for holidaymakers but also for those who enjoy the good things in life. For wine lovers in particular, the land at the Cape is a veritable Garden of Eden. South African winemakers produce excellent wines at very fair prices. The small towns of Constantia, Franschhoek, Paarl and Stellenbosch are the cradle of South African winemaking: grapes have been grown and turned into wine here for over 300 years. The glorious landscape is shaped by pine and oak forests, fertile valleys, picturesque villages and rugged mountain formations rising to 1500 m, with breathtaking mountain passes. The wine estates are also considered the birthplace of Cape Dutch architecture, which you can admire on many estates during a guided tour with tasting.