The Franschhoek Wine Tram is the most practical way to visit multiple wine estates without driving — a hop-on hop-off service running on three routes that together connect twelve estates in and around the valley. The tram itself is an open-sided tram car that operates on roads rather than rails; it departs from the town centre and runs throughout the day.
The pass includes a wine tasting at each estate you visit, making it a good-value way to cover the valley systematically. Different routes emphasise different parts of the valley; the Blue Route covers the main Franschhoek Road estates, while the Yellow Route goes further into the mountains. Booking ahead is recommended in peak season.
The tram is more suitable for visitors with a dedicated tasting day in mind than for those who want to sit down for a long lunch at a single estate — the schedule is timed to tasting rather than dining. The combination of scenery, wine, and the slightly theatrical vintage tram makes it a popular option for groups and visitors on shorter visits.