Join us on Saturday, 22 November 2025, as Boschendal and Vespa come together for a high-vibes day of slow living in the heart of the Cape Winelands! This event is the First Annual Ride, a celebration of two timeless legacies, hosted exclusively for Vespa riders at the historic Boschendal Estate in the beautiful Franschhoek Winelands.
The event includes a picnic on the lawns with live music, wine tasting, and a guided garden tour.
The Werf picnic with live music
Picture this: Cruising into Boschendal on your Vespa. A welcome glass of MCC or Mimosa in hand. Live music drifting through the air. A picnic basket packed with seasonal goodness waiting for you under the trees.
Whether you’re stretched out on the lawn or gathered around a long table, this is your invitation to relax, indulge, and soak in summer at its finest.
Click HERE to browse through the Italian-Styled Picnic Menu.
Tasting of Boschendal 1685 range
Stay close to the music and the vibe while enjoying a relaxed wine tasting at your leisure.
No formal counters – just friendly pours of Boschendal’s 1685 red and white range, shared among good company.
Perfect for casual sipping without leaving the lawn.
Guided garden tour
Take a guided walk through Boschendal's historic food gardens and regenerative spaces. Learn about seasonal growing practices, sustainability, and what makes the farm unique - all while snapping some truly Instagrammable moments.
The tour's duration is 45 to 60 minutes.
Bring comfy shoes, a hat, and your curiosity.
The details
Date: Saturday, 22 November 2025
Venue: Boschendal Werf Picnic Area
Pricing:
- Picnic: Double basket (serves 2): R850 | Single basket (serves 1): R430
- Wine tasting: R150 per person
- Guided garden tour: R120 per person
- The Whole Tutti special rate (a combo for those who want the full experience at a reduced rate): The Whole Tutti Single: R600 | The Whole Tutti Double: R1 200
Live music: From 12h00
Welcome drink: Cap Classique or mimosa
Terms and conditions:
- Riders must arrive on a Vespa (no other bikes permitted)
- A valid driver's license is required
Exclusively for Vespa riders.