Four Passes Motorcycle Tour
Ride one of the Western Cape’s most rewarding full-day motorcycle routes. This Four Passes tour combines mountain roads, vineyard valleys, orchard scenery, and iconic Cape passes in one unforgettable day on two wheels.
Why Ride The Four Passes?
A classic Cape Winelands ride
The Four Passes route is one of the Cape’s great motorcycle day rides. Linking Sir Lowry’s Pass, Viljoen’s Pass, Franschhoek Pass, and Helshoogte Pass, it offers a perfect blend of sweeping curves, mountain scenery, vineyard roads, and full-day touring satisfaction.
This circular route starts in Cape Town and heads through Somerset West, Grabouw, Villiersdorp, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch before returning to the city. It is one of the best ways to experience the riding diversity of the Western Cape in a single day.
Tour Highlights
Four distinct riding experiences in one day
Four Distinct Riding Experiences
From broad mountain climbs and fast flowing corners to tighter scenic sections and relaxed winelands cruising, every pass brings a different character to the day.
Mountains, Vineyards & Valleys
This route moves through False Bay viewpoints, orchard country, Franschhoek mountain scenery, and the Stellenbosch winelands for a varied and visually stunning ride.
A Full-Day Bucket-List Tour
For riders wanting more than a short city outing, the Four Passes delivers a properly rewarding day on the road with scenic stops, coffee breaks, and premium touring atmosphere.
What Makes This Tour Special
Mountain passes, valley roads, and wine-route landscapes
The Four Passes tour is designed for travelers and riders who want a premium full-day motorcycle experience beyond the coastline. It combines mountain passes, valley roads, viewpoint stops, and celebrated wine-route landscapes into one carefully planned ride.
You’ll experience four of the region’s best-known passes, enjoy scenic stopovers along the way, and ride roads that showcase why the Western Cape is considered one of South Africa’s top motorcycle destinations.
What You’ll Experience
Iconic passes, scenic stops, and Cape Winelands riding
- Sir Lowry’s Pass with sweeping climbs and False Bay views
- Viljoen’s Pass through orchard and valley scenery
- Franschhoek Pass with dramatic mountain vistas
- Helshoogte Pass through Stellenbosch winelands
- A scenic full-day loop with photo, coffee, and lunch stops
Tour Format
Full-day guided experience
From R4 950.00The Four Passes Tour is approximately 8 to 9 hours and is best enjoyed with a morning departure to make the most of the roads, viewpoints, and planned stopovers.
This tour is ideal for riders who want a mountain-focused Cape ride with variety, rhythm, and premium scenery.
The Four Passes
Each pass adds its own rhythm and scenery
Each pass adds a unique rhythm and visual character to the route, making this one of the most complete riding experiences near Cape Town.
Sir Lowry’s Pass
This famous climb out of the Cape Town side delivers sweeping curves, elevation, and wide-open views over the Helderberg and False Bay. It sets the tone for the day with a memorable start.
Viljoen’s Pass
Known for its flowing bends and greener valley setting, Viljoen’s Pass offers a quieter, more relaxed riding section through orchard country and mountain landscapes.
Franschhoek Pass
One of the iconic roads of the Cape Winelands, Franschhoek Pass brings dramatic scenery, rewarding corners, and elevated viewpoints over the valley and surrounding mountains.
Helshoogte Pass
The final pass completes the tour with vineyard-lined roads, mountain backdrops, and a beautiful run through the Stellenbosch side before the return to Cape Town.
Book Your Tour
Ready to ride the Four Passes?
Send your preferred date, riding format, and group size so the route can be planned around conditions, stopovers, and your ideal Cape Winelands riding pace.