Luxury Train Holiday in Cape Town

Pretoria to Cape Town (2 nights) on Blue Train

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Day 1: Departure

Enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer from Pretoria or Johannesburg to arrive at your check-in in Pretoria; this will either be at Irene Farm (Nellmapius Drive, Irene, Centurion) or the main Pretoria Train Station (note this is separate from Rovos Rail's private station). Enjoy pre-departure beverages, canapes and live entertainment. A shuttle will transport guests the 1km from Irene Farm to Irene Train Station. Your butler will welcome you on board and show you your suite. The train is scheduled to depart at 13h00, after which you can enjoy a light lunch in the lounge car and observation car. Complimentary WiFi is available on board throughout your journey, should you feel the tragic need to check your emails whilst gliding past paradise. Note that departure times are subject to change. Let us know if you would like to extend your experience by staying at Irene Country Lodge the night before your departure.

Day 2: Kimberley

Breakfast is served on a first-come-first-served basis - a gentle reminder that the early bird gets the best bacon. Stop in Kimberley Station to explore the Railway Museum, from where you will be taken by bus for an exclusive off-train excursion to the Diamond Mine Museum (weather and time permitting); including viewing the Big Hole from an enclosed ramp. Back at Kimberly Station guests are gifted a glass of sherry engraved with The Blue Train logo as a memento.

Day 3: Arrival

Enjoy breakfast, a light lunch and then the train is scheduled to arrive at 18h00 in Cape Town under the shadow of Table Mountain, concluding your magnificent journey. Note that arrival times are subject to change. Butlers will usher guests from the train to the Arrival Lounge. Enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer from the Arrival Lounge to your accommodation in Cape Town.

Special Offer: Africa residency only

Upcoming Availability

October 2026 19 (13h00), 26 (13h00)

November 2026 16 (13h00), 23 (13h00), 30 (13h00)

December 2026 7 (13h00), 14 (13h00)

De Luxe: ZAR 20,340 per person sharing

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Cape Town to Pretoria (3 nights) on Rovos Rail

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Day 1: Departure

Arrive at Rovos Rail Lounge in Cape Town between 09h00 and 09h30; listen to the departure speech before boarding the train, which departs Cape Town Station at 11h00. Travel inland through the Winelands, ascending 750m through 4 tunnels towards Worcester. Please remember there is no onboard WiFi; consider this a forced, yet highly luxurious, digital detox.

Day 2: Matjiesfontein

Visit the historic Victorian village of Matjiesfontein, before traversing a vast semi-desert area called the Karoo - a landscape so quietly beautiful you might actually forget to check your phone.

Day 3: Kimberley

Tour the Kimberley Diamond Mine Museum and the Big Hole (now filled with water).

Day 4: Arrival in Pretoria

Scheduled to arrive at 16h00 at the private Rovos Rail Capital Park Station in Pretoria. When you book ask us to include a complimentary transfer to your destination in Gauteng.

Special Offer: Free chauffeur transfer

Upcoming Availability

20 Oct 2026 (11h00) 4 Deluxe 4 Pullman

2 Nov 2026 (11h00) 1 Royal 12 Deluxe 3 Pullman

3 Nov 2026 (11h00) 1 Royal 6 Deluxe 3 Pullman

13 Nov 2026 (11h00) 1 Royal 7 Deluxe 6 Pullman

1 Dec 2026 (11h00) 1 Royal 8 Deluxe 3 Pullman

15 Dec 2026 (11h00) 2 Royal 13 Deluxe 4 Pullman

21 Dec 2026 (11h00) 2 Royal 5 Deluxe 7 Pullman

29 Dec 2026 (11h00) 2 Royal 6 Deluxe

12 Jan 2027 (11h00) 1 Royal 4 Deluxe

26 Jan 2027 (11h00) 6 Deluxe 5 Pullman

2 Feb 2027 (11h00) 1 Royal 1 Deluxe

15 Feb 2027 (11h00) 4 Royal 12 Deluxe 1 Pullman

16 Feb 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 17 Deluxe 9 Pullman

23 Feb 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 15 Deluxe 5 Pullman

5 Mar 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 8 Deluxe 9 Pullman

9 Mar 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 3 Deluxe 6 Pullman

16 Mar 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 11 Deluxe

5 Apr 2027 (11h00) 4 Royal 7 Deluxe 8 Pullman

19 Apr 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 7 Deluxe

20 Apr 2027 (11h00) 18 Deluxe 4 Pullman

18 May 2027 (11h00) 1 Royal 5 Deluxe

1 Jun 2027 (11h00) 1 Royal 14 Deluxe 4 Pullman

15 Jun 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 13 Deluxe 3 Pullman

29 Jun 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 3 Pullman

13 Jul 2027 (11h00) 1 Royal 3 Deluxe 2 Pullman

27 Jul 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 23 Deluxe 6 Pullman

9 Aug 2027 (11h00) 3 Royal 12 Deluxe 8 Pullman

10 Aug 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 23 Deluxe 1 Pullman

24 Aug 2027 (11h00) 1 Royal 10 Deluxe

7 Sep 2027 (11h00) 1 Royal 2 Deluxe

14 Sep 2027 (11h00) 3 Deluxe

27 Sep 2027 (11h00) 4 Royal 2 Deluxe

5 Oct 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 12 Deluxe 6 Pullman

19 Oct 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 17 Deluxe 6 Pullman

2 Nov 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 13 Deluxe 2 Pullman

15 Nov 2027 (11h00) 4 Royal 11 Deluxe 4 Pullman

16 Nov 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 21 Deluxe 7 Pullman

30 Nov 2027 (11h00) 18 Deluxe 7 Pullman

14 Dec 2027 (11h00) 19 Deluxe 9 Pullman

27 Dec 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 25 Deluxe 9 Pullman

18 Jan 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 19 Deluxe 8 Pullman

1 Feb 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 25 Deluxe 8 Pullman

8 Feb 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 25 Deluxe 10 Pullman

15 Feb 2028 (11h00) 4 Royal 16 Deluxe 7 Pullman

22 Feb 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 4 Pullman

7 Mar 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 5 Pullman

21 Mar 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 25 Deluxe 9 Pullman

28 Mar 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 7 Deluxe 10 Pullman

4 Apr 2028 (11h00) 4 Royal 16 Deluxe 8 Pullman

11 Apr 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 25 Deluxe 7 Pullman

18 Apr 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 19 Deluxe 5 Pullman

25 Apr 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 21 Deluxe 10 Pullman

15 May 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 18 Deluxe 6 Pullman

30 May 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 3 Pullman

6 Jun 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 24 Deluxe 8 Pullman

27 Jun 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 15 Deluxe 5 Pullman

11 Jul 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 9 Deluxe 7 Pullman

25 Jul 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 24 Deluxe 6 Pullman

8 Aug 2028 (11h00) 4 Royal 11 Deluxe 6 Pullman

15 Aug 2028 (11h00) 1 Royal 18 Deluxe 6 Pullman

29 Aug 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 24 Deluxe 6 Pullman

12 Sep 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 9 Deluxe 7 Pullman

19 Sep 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 23 Deluxe 5 Pullman

26 Sep 2028 (11h00) 4 Royal 8 Deluxe 4 Pullman

PULLMAN: ZAR 45,000 per person sharing

DELUXE: ZAR 64,800 per person sharing

ROYAL: ZAR 86,400 per person sharing

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Cape Town to Pretoria (3 nights) on Rovos Rail

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Day 1: Departure

Arrive at Rovos Rail Lounge in Cape Town between 09h00 and 09h30; listen to the departure speech before boarding the train, which departs Cape Town Station at 11h00. Travel inland through the Winelands, ascending 750m through 4 tunnels towards Worcester. Please remember there is no onboard WiFi; consider this a forced, yet highly luxurious, digital detox.

Day 2: Matjiesfontein

Visit the historic Victorian village of Matjiesfontein, before traversing a vast semi-desert area called the Karoo - a landscape so quietly beautiful you might actually forget to check your phone.

Day 3: Kimberley

Tour the Kimberley Diamond Mine Museum and the Big Hole (now filled with water).

Day 4: Arrival in Pretoria

Scheduled to arrive at 16h00 at the private Rovos Rail Capital Park Station in Pretoria. When you book ask us to include a complimentary transfer to your destination in Gauteng.

Special Offer: Free chauffeur transfer

Upcoming Availability

20 Oct 2026 (11h00) 4 Deluxe 4 Pullman

2 Nov 2026 (11h00) 1 Royal 12 Deluxe 3 Pullman

3 Nov 2026 (11h00) 1 Royal 6 Deluxe 3 Pullman

13 Nov 2026 (11h00) 1 Royal 7 Deluxe 6 Pullman

12 Jan 2027 (11h00) 1 Royal 4 Deluxe

26 Jan 2027 (11h00) 6 Deluxe 5 Pullman

2 Feb 2027 (11h00) 1 Royal 1 Deluxe

15 Feb 2027 (11h00) 4 Royal 12 Deluxe 1 Pullman

16 Feb 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 17 Deluxe 9 Pullman

23 Feb 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 15 Deluxe 5 Pullman

5 Mar 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 8 Deluxe 9 Pullman

9 Mar 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 3 Deluxe 6 Pullman

16 Mar 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 11 Deluxe

5 Apr 2027 (11h00) 4 Royal 7 Deluxe 8 Pullman

19 Apr 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 7 Deluxe

20 Apr 2027 (11h00) 18 Deluxe 4 Pullman

18 May 2027 (11h00) 1 Royal 5 Deluxe

1 Jun 2027 (11h00) 1 Royal 14 Deluxe 4 Pullman

15 Jun 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 13 Deluxe 3 Pullman

29 Jun 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 3 Pullman

13 Jul 2027 (11h00) 1 Royal 3 Deluxe 2 Pullman

27 Jul 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 23 Deluxe 6 Pullman

9 Aug 2027 (11h00) 3 Royal 12 Deluxe 8 Pullman

10 Aug 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 23 Deluxe 1 Pullman

24 Aug 2027 (11h00) 1 Royal 10 Deluxe

7 Sep 2027 (11h00) 1 Royal 2 Deluxe

14 Sep 2027 (11h00) 3 Deluxe

27 Sep 2027 (11h00) 4 Royal 2 Deluxe

PULLMAN: ZAR 54,000 per person sharing

DELUXE: ZAR 78,000 per person sharing

ROYAL: ZAR 104,000 per person sharing

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Cape Town to Pretoria (2 nights) on Blue Train

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Day 1: Departure

Enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer to The Blue Train Lounge at Cape Town Station. Registration and check-in take place while you enjoy pre-departure snacks and drinks. Board the train, settle into your luxurious suite, and depart the Mother City. The train glides through the Cape Winelands towards the majestic Hex River Valley. Stay connected to home using the train's complimentary onboard WiFi - though we strongly recommend looking out the window instead.

Day 2: Matjiesfontein

Disembark at Matjiesfontein, a perfectly preserved Victorian railway village. Enjoy a glass of sherry at the bar of the Lord Milner Hotel and soak in the historical charm of the 19th-century architecture before returning to the train to continue your journey through the starkly beautiful Karoo.

Day 3: Arrival

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and a light lunch as the train winds its way through the Highveld. The train is scheduled to arrive at the main Pretoria Train Station by late afternoon. Upon disembarking, enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer to your final destination in Pretoria or Johannesburg.

Special Offer: Africa residency only

Upcoming Availability

October 2026 22 (13h00), 29 (13h00)

November 2026 19 (13h00), 26 (13h00)

December 2026 3 (13h00), 10 (13h00), 17 (13h00)

De Luxe: ZAR 20,340 per person sharing

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Pretoria to Cape Town (3 nights) on Rovos Rail

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Day 1: Departure

Arrive at the private Rovos Rail Capital Park Station in Pretoria (this is a dedicated, privately owned station, distinct from the main Pretoria Train Station used by The Blue Train) for check-in between 08h00 and 08h30. Explore working loco sheds, coaches being restored by hand and a museum of railway memorabilia. Listen to the departure speech before boarding the train, which is scheduled to depart at 10h00 (it is not uncommon for the train to depart late, if there is traffic on the mainline - Africa operates on its own elegant clock). Your hostess will take you to your suite and get you settled in. Enjoy lunch as the train travels south through the goldfields of the Witwatersrand. Please note that to preserve the traditional golden-era atmosphere, there is no WiFi on board Rovos Rail; connectivity relies entirely on your mobile device passing close to cellular towers.

Day 2: Kimberley Diamond Mine

Disembark in Kimberley for a tour of the city, the Diamond Mine Museum, and the Big Hole (now filled with water), which is the largest man-made hole in the world - a rather impressive testament to humanity's glittering obsessions.

Day 3: Matjiesfontein

The train traverses a vast semi-desert region called the Karoo. Enjoy a morning visit to the historic village of Matjiesfontein (there is the opportunity to disembark at Whitehill Siding to walk the last 5km to the town, should you feel the sudden, inexplicable urge for actual exercise). At Matjiesfontein visit the Lord Milner Hotel, the Marie Rawdon Museum, the Lairds Arms Pub, the historic Church and Post Office. On leaving Matjiesfontein, the train descends through the spectacular Hex River Valley.

Day 4: Arrival in Cape Town

Scheduled to arrive at Cape Town Station at 15h00, marking the end of your luxurious journey. When you book ask us to include a complimentary transfer to your destination in Cape Town. To continue the Rovos vibe in Cape Town, many clients request to stay at St James Manor, which is owned by Rovos Rail.

Special Offer: Free chauffeur transfer

Upcoming Availability

30 Oct 2026 (10h00) 5 Deluxe

13 Nov 2026 (10h00) 8 Deluxe 1 Pullman

27 Nov 2026 (10h00) 9 Deluxe

11 Dec 2026 (10h00) 9 Deluxe 6 Pullman

25 Dec 2026 (10h00) 16 Deluxe 1 Pullman

5 Jan 2027 (10h00) 3 Royal 19 Deluxe 5 Pullman

8 Jan 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 12 Deluxe 3 Pullman

22 Jan 2027 (10h00) 1 Royal 7 Deluxe 1 Pullman

29 Jan 2027 (10h00) 3 Deluxe

12 Feb 2027 (10h00) 3 Deluxe

23 Feb 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 6 Deluxe 3 Pullman

5 Mar 2027 (10h00) 3 Deluxe

12 Mar 2027 (10h00) 1 Royal 1 Deluxe

2 Apr 2027 (10h00) 1 Royal 5 Deluxe 2 Pullman

16 Apr 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 3 Deluxe 3 Pullman

30 Apr 2027 (10h00) 1 Royal 9 Deluxe

14 May 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 9 Deluxe

28 May 2027 (10h00) 7 Deluxe

11 Jun 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 14 Deluxe

25 Jun 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 10 Deluxe 1 Pullman

29 Jun 2027 (10h00) 4 Royal 19 Deluxe 3 Pullman

9 Jul 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 14 Deluxe

23 Jul 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 9 Deluxe 2 Pullman

6 Aug 2027 (10h00) 1 Royal 14 Deluxe

17 Aug 2027 (10h00) 3 Royal 13 Deluxe

20 Aug 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 9 Deluxe 2 Pullman

3 Sep 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 25 Deluxe 8 Pullman

1 Oct 2027 (10h00) 9 Deluxe 1 Pullman

5 Oct 2027 (10h00) 4 Royal 8 Deluxe 2 Pullman

15 Oct 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 7 Deluxe 4 Pullman

29 Oct 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 7 Deluxe 4 Pullman

12 Nov 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 14 Deluxe 1 Pullman

26 Nov 2027 (10h00) 22 Deluxe 9 Pullman

23 Dec 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 24 Deluxe 9 Pullman

6 Jan 2028 (10h00) 4 Royal 19 Deluxe 6 Pullman

14 Jan 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 21 Deluxe

28 Jan 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 3 Pullman

18 Feb 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 14 Deluxe

24 Feb 2028 (10h00) 4 Royal 15 Deluxe 1 Pullman

3 Mar 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 9 Deluxe

17 Mar 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 18 Deluxe

7 Apr 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe

21 Apr 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 21 Deluxe

4 May 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 19 Deluxe 2 Pullman

26 May 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 1 Pullman

2 Jun 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 1 Pullman

23 Jun 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 17 Deluxe 1 Pullman

29 Jun 2028 (10h00) 4 Royal 18 Deluxe 2 Pullman

7 Jul 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 1 Pullman

21 Jul 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 1 Pullman

11 Aug 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 1 Pullman

17 Aug 2028 (10h00) 4 Royal 15 Deluxe 2 Pullman

25 Aug 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 18 Deluxe

8 Sep 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 18 Deluxe

15 Sep 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 15 Deluxe

29 Sep 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 19 Deluxe 6 Pullman

PULLMAN: ZAR 45,000 per person sharing

DELUXE: ZAR 64,800 per person sharing

ROYAL: ZAR 86,400 per person sharing

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Pretoria to Cape Town (3 nights) on Rovos Rail

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Day 1: Departure

Arrive at the private Rovos Rail Capital Park Station in Pretoria (this is a dedicated, privately owned station, distinct from the main Pretoria Train Station used by The Blue Train) for check-in between 08h00 and 08h30. Explore working loco sheds, coaches being restored by hand and a museum of railway memorabilia. Listen to the departure speech before boarding the train, which is scheduled to depart at 10h00 (it is not uncommon for the train to depart late, if there is traffic on the mainline - Africa operates on its own elegant clock). Your hostess will take you to your suite and get you settled in. Enjoy lunch as the train travels south through the goldfields of the Witwatersrand. Please note that to preserve the traditional golden-era atmosphere, there is no WiFi on board Rovos Rail; connectivity relies entirely on your mobile device passing close to cellular towers.

Day 2: Kimberley Diamond Mine

Disembark in Kimberley for a tour of the city, the Diamond Mine Museum, and the Big Hole (now filled with water), which is the largest man-made hole in the world - a rather impressive testament to humanity's glittering obsessions.

Day 3: Matjiesfontein

The train traverses a vast semi-desert region called the Karoo. Enjoy a morning visit to the historic village of Matjiesfontein (there is the opportunity to disembark at Whitehill Siding to walk the last 5km to the town, should you feel the sudden, inexplicable urge for actual exercise). At Matjiesfontein visit the Lord Milner Hotel, the Marie Rawdon Museum, the Lairds Arms Pub, the historic Church and Post Office. On leaving Matjiesfontein, the train descends through the spectacular Hex River Valley.

Day 4: Arrival in Cape Town

Scheduled to arrive at Cape Town Station at 15h00, marking the end of your luxurious journey. When you book ask us to include a complimentary transfer to your destination in Cape Town. To continue the Rovos vibe in Cape Town, many clients request to stay at St James Manor, which is owned by Rovos Rail.

Special Offer: Free chauffeur transfer

Upcoming Availability

30 Oct 2026 (10h00) 5 Deluxe

13 Nov 2026 (10h00) 8 Deluxe 1 Pullman

27 Nov 2026 (10h00) 9 Deluxe

11 Dec 2026 (10h00) 9 Deluxe 6 Pullman

25 Dec 2026 (10h00) 16 Deluxe 1 Pullman

5 Jan 2027 (10h00) 3 Royal 19 Deluxe 5 Pullman

8 Jan 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 12 Deluxe 3 Pullman

22 Jan 2027 (10h00) 1 Royal 7 Deluxe 1 Pullman

29 Jan 2027 (10h00) 3 Deluxe

12 Feb 2027 (10h00) 3 Deluxe

23 Feb 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 6 Deluxe 3 Pullman

5 Mar 2027 (10h00) 3 Deluxe

12 Mar 2027 (10h00) 1 Royal 1 Deluxe

2 Apr 2027 (10h00) 1 Royal 5 Deluxe 2 Pullman

16 Apr 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 3 Deluxe 3 Pullman

30 Apr 2027 (10h00) 1 Royal 9 Deluxe

14 May 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 9 Deluxe

28 May 2027 (10h00) 7 Deluxe

11 Jun 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 14 Deluxe

25 Jun 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 10 Deluxe 1 Pullman

29 Jun 2027 (10h00) 4 Royal 19 Deluxe 3 Pullman

9 Jul 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 14 Deluxe

23 Jul 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 9 Deluxe 2 Pullman

6 Aug 2027 (10h00) 1 Royal 14 Deluxe

17 Aug 2027 (10h00) 3 Royal 13 Deluxe

20 Aug 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 9 Deluxe 2 Pullman

3 Sep 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 25 Deluxe 8 Pullman

PULLMAN: ZAR 54,000 per person sharing

DELUXE: ZAR 78,000 per person sharing

ROYAL: ZAR 104,000 per person sharing

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Pretoria to Cape Town (2 nights) on Blue Train

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Day 1: Departure

Enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer from Pretoria or Johannesburg to arrive at your check-in in Pretoria; this will either be at Irene Farm (Nellmapius Drive, Irene, Centurion) or the main Pretoria Train Station (note this is separate from Rovos Rail's private station). Enjoy pre-departure beverages, canapes and live entertainment. A shuttle will transport guests the 1km from Irene Farm to Irene Train Station. Your butler will welcome you on board and show you your suite. The train is scheduled to depart at 13h00, after which you can enjoy a light lunch in the lounge car and observation car. Complimentary WiFi is available on board throughout your journey, should you feel the tragic need to check your emails whilst gliding past paradise. Note that departure times are subject to change. Let us know if you would like to extend your experience by staying at Irene Country Lodge the night before your departure.

Day 2: Kimberley

Breakfast is served on a first-come-first-served basis - a gentle reminder that the early bird gets the best bacon. Stop in Kimberley Station to explore the Railway Museum, from where you will be taken by bus for an exclusive off-train excursion to the Diamond Mine Museum (weather and time permitting); including viewing the Big Hole from an enclosed ramp. Back at Kimberly Station guests are gifted a glass of sherry engraved with The Blue Train logo as a memento.

Day 3: Arrival

Enjoy breakfast, a light lunch and then the train is scheduled to arrive at 18h00 in Cape Town under the shadow of Table Mountain, concluding your magnificent journey. Note that arrival times are subject to change. Butlers will usher guests from the train to the Arrival Lounge. Enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer from the Arrival Lounge to your accommodation in Cape Town.

Special Offer: Complimentary night at the 5-star Irene Country Hotel before your 2-night Blue Train journey.

Upcoming Availability

November 2026 9 (13h00)

De Luxe: ZAR 50,220 per person sharing

Luxury: ZAR 63,420 per person sharing

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Cape Town to Pretoria (2 nights) on Blue Train

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Day 1: Departure

Enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer to The Blue Train Lounge at Cape Town Station. Registration and check-in take place while you enjoy pre-departure snacks and drinks. Board the train, settle into your luxurious suite, and depart the Mother City. The train glides through the Cape Winelands towards the majestic Hex River Valley. Stay connected to home using the train's complimentary onboard WiFi - though we strongly recommend looking out the window instead.

Day 2: Matjiesfontein

Disembark at Matjiesfontein, a perfectly preserved Victorian railway village. Enjoy a glass of sherry at the bar of the Lord Milner Hotel and soak in the historical charm of the 19th-century architecture before returning to the train to continue your journey through the starkly beautiful Karoo.

Day 3: Arrival

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and a light lunch as the train winds its way through the Highveld. The train is scheduled to arrive at the main Pretoria Train Station by late afternoon. Upon disembarking, enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer to your final destination in Pretoria or Johannesburg.

Special Offer: Complimentary night at The Capital 5 Star Hotel, before your 2-night Blue Train journey

Upcoming Availability

November 2026 12 (13h00)

De Luxe: ZAR 50,220 per person sharing

Luxury: ZAR 63,420 per person sharing

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Pretoria to Cape Town (2 nights) on Blue Train

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Day 1: Departure

Enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer from Pretoria or Johannesburg to arrive at your check-in in Pretoria; this will either be at Irene Farm (Nellmapius Drive, Irene, Centurion) or the main Pretoria Train Station (note this is separate from Rovos Rail's private station). Enjoy pre-departure beverages, canapes and live entertainment. A shuttle will transport guests the 1km from Irene Farm to Irene Train Station. Your butler will welcome you on board and show you your suite. The train is scheduled to depart at 13h00, after which you can enjoy a light lunch in the lounge car and observation car. Complimentary WiFi is available on board throughout your journey, should you feel the tragic need to check your emails whilst gliding past paradise. Note that departure times are subject to change. Let us know if you would like to extend your experience by staying at Irene Country Lodge the night before your departure.

Day 2: Kimberley

Breakfast is served on a first-come-first-served basis - a gentle reminder that the early bird gets the best bacon. Stop in Kimberley Station to explore the Railway Museum, from where you will be taken by bus for an exclusive off-train excursion to the Diamond Mine Museum (weather and time permitting); including viewing the Big Hole from an enclosed ramp. Back at Kimberly Station guests are gifted a glass of sherry engraved with The Blue Train logo as a memento.

Day 3: Arrival

Enjoy breakfast, a light lunch and then the train is scheduled to arrive at 18h00 in Cape Town under the shadow of Table Mountain, concluding your magnificent journey. Note that arrival times are subject to change. Butlers will usher guests from the train to the Arrival Lounge. Enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer from the Arrival Lounge to your accommodation in Cape Town.

Special Offer: Complimentary night at the 5-star Irene Country Hotel before your 2-night Blue Train journey.

Upcoming Availability

January 2027 11 (13h00), 18 (13h00), 25 (13h00)

February 2027 15 (13h00), 22 (13h00)

March 2027 8 (13h00), 15 (13h00), 22 (13h00)

April 2027 19 (13h00), 26 (13h00)

May 2027 3 (13h00)

July 2027 12 (13h00), 19 (13h00), 26 (13h00)

August 2027 9 (13h00), 16 (13h00), 23 (13h00)

November 2027 22 (13h00)

December 2027 6 (13h00), 13 (13h00)

De Luxe: ZAR 45,565 per person sharing

Luxury: ZAR 58,135 per person sharing

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Cape Town to Pretoria (2 nights) on Blue Train

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Day 1: Departure

Enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer to The Blue Train Lounge at Cape Town Station. Registration and check-in take place while you enjoy pre-departure snacks and drinks. Board the train, settle into your luxurious suite, and depart the Mother City. The train glides through the Cape Winelands towards the majestic Hex River Valley. Stay connected to home using the train's complimentary onboard WiFi - though we strongly recommend looking out the window instead.

Day 2: Matjiesfontein

Disembark at Matjiesfontein, a perfectly preserved Victorian railway village. Enjoy a glass of sherry at the bar of the Lord Milner Hotel and soak in the historical charm of the 19th-century architecture before returning to the train to continue your journey through the starkly beautiful Karoo.

Day 3: Arrival

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and a light lunch as the train winds its way through the Highveld. The train is scheduled to arrive at the main Pretoria Train Station by late afternoon. Upon disembarking, enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer to your final destination in Pretoria or Johannesburg.

Special Offer: Complimentary night at The Capital 5 Star Hotel, before your 2-night Blue Train journey

Upcoming Availability

January 2027 14 (13h00), 21 (13h00), 28 (13h00)

February 2027 11 (13h00), 18 (13h00), 25 (13h00)

March 2027 11 (13h00), 18 (13h00), 25 (13h00)

April 2027 12 (13h00), 22 (13h00), 29 (13h00)

May 2027 6 (13h00)

July 2027 15 (13h00), 22 (13h00), 29 (13h00)

August 2027 12 (13h00), 19 (13h00), 26 (13h00)

November 2027 18 (13h00), 25 (13h00)

December 2027 9 (13h00), 16 (13h00)

De Luxe: ZAR 45,565 per person sharing

Luxury: ZAR 58,135 per person sharing

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Cape Town to Matjiesfontein (2 nights) on Ceres Rail

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Day 1: Departure to the Great Karoo

Check-in and boarding takes place between 07h15 and 08h00 at the train platform at the AC Hotel by Marriot, Cape Town. Grab a strong coffee to reward your early start before the train departs at 08h00. Enjoy a full, deliberately unhurried day on the rails - please note this journey is hauled by reliable diesel and electric locomotives, rather than steam, so you won't arrive smelling like a Victorian coal miner. The route climbs spectacularly out of the Hex River valley, navigating four impressive tunnels. The longest of these runs for 13.5 kilometres and once proudly held the title of the longest railway tunnel in Africa (it finally opened in 1989 after over 40 years of intermittent digging). Arrive at Matjiesfontein between 16h00 and 19h00 (train schedules here are merely polite suggestions) to check in at the historic Lord Milner Hotel or Matjies Mews.

Day 2: Matjiesfontein - A Victorian Time Capsule

Enjoy a full day exploring a village practically frozen in 1884. Matjiesfontein was founded by Scottish railway man James Logan, who initially sold water to passing steam trains before brilliantly marketing the dry Karoo air as a cure-all for Victorian lung complaints. Fun historical fact: thanks to Logan's booming railway refreshment empire, this tiny dusty outpost was the first village in South Africa to boast electric streetlights and flush toilets! Hop on the famous Matjiesfontein red bus for what is undoubtedly the shortest - and most entertaining - village tour in the country. In the evening, a guided stargazing session helps you make sense of the spectacularly clear Karoo night sky, entirely unpolluted by city lights.

Day 3: The Return Journey

After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, the train departs Matjiesfontein at 09h00. Settle back into your seat and let the gentle rhythm of the rails do the work. The original railway line reached this area in the late 19th century as part of a frantic push to connect the Cape with the glittering diamond fields of Kimberley, transforming the Karoo forever. Today, your only job is to watch the changing landscape outside your window as lunch is served onboard the return leg. The journey concludes with your arrival back in Cape Town between 17h00 and 20h00 - giving you plenty of time to reacquaint yourself with the modern world.

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Pretoria to Cape Town (12 nights) on Rovos Rail

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6 Apr 2027 (10h00) 6 Deluxe 1 Pullman

PULLMAN: ZAR 207,000 per person sharing

DELUXE: ZAR 288,000 per person sharing

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Cape Town to Dar es Salaam (16 nights) on Rovos Rail

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Day 1: Cape Town

To get you warmed up for the train vibe of your holiday, what better way to start than to enjoy complimentary accommodation at the historic St James Manor (owned by Rovos Rail) before your luxury train trip, and a complimentary chauffeur transfer to the Rovos Rail Lounge at 1 Adderley Street in Cape Town for check-in at 09h00. Scheduled to depart from Cape Town Station at 11h00 (delays are common), lunch is served in the dining cars. Enjoy a glass of their finest vino as you click-a-clack through the winelands of the Fairest Cape towards Worcester. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train climbs ±750m up the face of the escarpment. Dress: Formal. Lectures will take place throughout the journey in the lounge car.

Day 2: Matjiesfontein

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Disembark at Matjiesfontein for an opportunity to stroll through the historic village. Of special interest is the museum on the platform and a collection of historic cars and railway carriages to the right of the Lord Milner Hotel. The train traverses the Karoo, a vast semi-desert region that was once an enormous inland sea. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Kimberley. Dress: Formal.

Day 3: Kimberley

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Enjoy a tour of Kimberley's Diamond Mine Museum and the Big Hole. Capital of the Northern Cape, Kimberley is well known for the discovery of diamonds that led to its establishment in 1871. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Union. Dress: Formal.

Day 4: Pretoria

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Transfer (±90 min) to Pretoria for a city tour followed by lunch at Rovos Rail Station (Capital Park). Enjoy a walking tour of the station and a visit to our museum. Return (±90 min) to the train. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Zeerust. Dress: Formal.

Day 5: Madikwe Game Reserve

Please pack a small overnight bag for the stay in Madikwe. Tog bags have been placed in your suite for your convenience. Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Transfer (±90 min) to a lodge in Madikwe for a two-night stay. Lunch is served on arrival. Afternoon tea and game drive (approximately 3 hours). Dinner at the lodge. Dress: Casual. Madikwe is a prime malaria-free Big 5 wildlife reserve bordering Botswana.

Day 6: Madikwe Game Reserve

Early morning game drive (approximately 3 hours). Breakfast is served at the lodge until 09h30. Lunch at the lodge. Afternoon tea and game drive (approximately 3 hours). Dinner at the lodge. Dress: Formal.

Day 7: Madikwe Game Reserve

Please ensure luggage is ready for collection and proceed to check-out by 10h00. Early morning game drive (approximately 2 hours). Breakfast is served at the lodge until 09h30. Transfer (±60 min) to the train at Gaborone in Botswana. Border formalities will take place en route and guests are required to present themselves to the border officials (luggage may be searched). Lunch is served in the dining cars. The train crosses the Tropic of Capricorn and the eastern edge of the Kalahari Basin. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal.

Day 8: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Border formalities. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal. The train travels along one of the world's longest stretches of straight railway line - 114 kilometres (Gwaai - Dete) - and along the eastern edge of Hwange National Park.

Day 9: Victoria Falls

Please pack a small overnight bag for the stay at Victoria Falls Hotel. Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Arrive at the incomparable Victoria Falls; enjoy views of the falls and railway bridge which have been similarly enjoyed since the days of Rhodes. Disembark with an overnight bag and walk across to the hotel. Welcome address on the lawn followed by lunch at Jungle Junction. Luggage will be delivered to the rooms. Meet in the foyer to depart for the sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Enjoy dinner at the Livingstone Room, Victoria Falls Hotel. Dress: Smart Casual (we presume - strictly no safari-wear, shorts, sandals or sneakers).

Day 10: Victoria Falls

Check-out time is normally at 10h00. Breakfast is served at the Jungle Junction Restaurant until 10h00. Day at leisure in Victoria Falls. Lunch at Jungle Junction. Meet on the station platform. Cross the Victoria Falls Bridge. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Border formalities. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal.

Day 11: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Lunch is served in the dining cars. The train travels across the Kafue Railway Bridge - a 477-metre long steel girder truss bridge of 13 spans each at 33m supported on concrete piers. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train passes Zambia's capital, Lusaka. Dress: Formal.

Day 12: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. The train slowly negotiates the TAZARA railway line - an engineering tour de force and one of Africa's best-kept secrets - as it passes through remote territory. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Kasama. Dress: "Africa" Theme or Smart Casual.

Day 13: Chisimba Falls

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Enjoy a visit to Chisimba Falls where guests can take a pleasant walk down to the rock pools at the base of the falls or admire them from various viewpoints. Lunch is served in the dining cars. The train climbs to the border, almost exactly the midpoint between Africa's two Great Rift Valley lakes. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Border formalities. Dress: Formal.

Day 14: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. The train traverses the Rift Valley and baobab forests towards Mbeya. Lunch is served in the dining cars. The Southern Highlands of Tanzania are covered with grasslands, savannas, woodlands and forests. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Makambako. Dress: Formal.

Day 15: Makambako (Optional)

Breakfast is served until 10h00. Enjoy an optional stroll through Makambako (time permitting) before departure at 09h00. Lunch is served in the dining cars. The train travels towards the jungled Udzungwa Mountains and negotiates the dramatic switchbacks, viaducts and tunnels of the escarpment. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Fuga Halt. Dress: Formal.

Day 16: Nyerere National Park

Continental breakfast is served in the dining cars until 08h00. Brunch is served in the dining cars until 12h00. Enjoy a game drive (weather permitting) in the Nyerere National Park, the largest in Africa at 30 000km² - ensuring the animals have plenty of space to hide from your camera. The train traverses the fertile lands of Tanzania. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Gwata. Dress: "1920s" Theme or Smart Casual.

Day 17: Dar es Salaam

Please ensure luggage is ready for collection 15 minutes before arrival and that you have your passport. Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Arrive at journey's end at Tazara Station, Julius K. Nyerere Road, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; where a complimentary chauffeur will take you to your hotel, where you can enjoy complimentary accommodation in Dar es Salaam courtesy of luxurytrainholiday.com

Special Offer: 5 nights before at St James Manor (owned by Rovos), guided walk/hike excursion in Cape Town, 2 nights at Serena Hotel after, free transfers.

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3 Jul 2027 (09h30) 3 Deluxe

PULLMAN: USD 18,200 per person sharing

DELUXE: USD 24,000 per person sharing

ROYAL: USD 31,500 per person sharing

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Dar es Salaam to Cape Town (16 nights) on Rovos Rail

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Day 1: Dar es Salaam

Enjoy complimentary accommodation at the Serena Hotel (or equivalent) before your journey, courtesy of luxurytrainholiday.com. Check-in at Serena Hotel, Ohio Street, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania at 09h30. Transfer to Tazara Station for scheduled departure at 12h00. The observation car will be leading the (slow) charge at the front of the train for the first 72 hours. Lunch is served in the dining cars as the train traverses the fertile lands of Tanzania. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Fuga Halt. Dress code is formal. Do not stay up too late enjoying the evening's boundless hospitality, as breakfast tomorrow is at 05h00.

Day 2: Nyerere National Park

Breakfast is served in the dining cars at 05h00. Enjoy a game visit to the Nyerere National Park, the largest in Africa at 30 000km² (time permitting). Lunch is served in the dining cars as the train travels towards the jungled Udzungwa Mountains and negotiates the dramatic switchbacks, viaducts and tunnels of the escarpment. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Mlimba. Dress code is formal.

Day 3: Makambako (Optional)

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Enjoy an optional stroll through Makambako (time permitting) before departure at 13h30. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea in the lounge and observation cars as the train traverses the Rift Valley and baobab forests towards Mbeya. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Tunduma. Please turn your watches back by one hour before retiring for the evening.

Day 4: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00 as border formalities take place. Lunch is served in the dining cars. The train travels the TAZARA railway line - an engineering tour de force and one of Africa's best-kept secrets (which you will slowly uncover). Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Kanona. Dress code is "Africa" Theme or Smart Casual.

Day 5: Kundalila Falls

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Enjoy a visit to Kundalila Falls, set high on the Muchinga Escarpment. Lunch is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Serenje. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train is turned at New Kapiri Mposhi. Dress code is formal.

Day 6: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Lunch is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Lusaka, capital of Zambia. Time permitting, enjoy an excursion here, else enjoy tea in the lounge and observation cars at 16h30. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Kafue. Dress code is formal.

Day 7: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. The train crosses the Kafue Railway Bridge, a 477-metre long steel girder truss bridge supported on concrete piers. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Livingstone. Dress code is formal.

Day 8: Victoria Falls

Please pack a small overnight bag for the stay in Victoria Falls. Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00 and border formalities take place. Cross the Victoria Falls Bridge and arrive at the incomparable Victoria Falls at 11h00. Disembark with an overnight bag and walk across to the hotel. Enjoy a welcome address on the lawn followed by lunch at Jungle Junction. Meet in the foyer to depart for the sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Enjoy dinner at the Livingstone Room, Victoria Falls Hotel. Dress code is Smart Casual (we presume - strictly no safari-wear, shorts, sandals or sneakers).

Day 9: Victoria Falls

Breakfast is served at the Jungle Junction Restaurant until 10h00. Enjoy a day at leisure in Victoria Falls with lunch at Jungle Junction Restaurant. Meet on the station platform at 15h00 and depart Victoria Falls at 16h00. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels along one of the world's longest stretches of straight railway line (114 kilometres) along the eastern edge of Hwange National Park.

Day 10: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Lunch is served in the dining cars as border formalities take place. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. The train travels the eastern edge of the Kalahari Basin. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Mahalapye. Dress code is formal.

Day 11: Madikwe Game Reserve

Please pack a small overnight bag for the stay in Madikwe. Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 09h30. The train crosses the Tropic of Capricorn - an invisible geographic milestone best celebrated with a visible gin and tonic. Transfer to a lodge in Madikwe for a two-night stay. Border formalities will take place en route. Lunch is served upon arrival. Enjoy afternoon tea and a game drive. Dinner at the lodge. Dress code is casual.

Day 12: Madikwe Game Reserve

Enjoy an early morning game drive. Breakfast is served at the lodge until 09h30. Lunch at the lodge. Enjoy afternoon tea and another game drive. Dinner at the lodge. Dress code is casual.

Day 13: Madikwe Game Reserve

Enjoy an early morning game drive. Breakfast is served until 09h30. Depart the lodge and transfer to the train at Zeerust. Lunch is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Union. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress code is formal.

Day 14: Pretoria

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Transfer to Pretoria for a city tour followed by lunch on the Rovos Rail Station platform. Enjoy a walking tour of the station and locomotive workshops. Return to the train. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Bloemfontein. Dress code is formal.

Day 15: Kimberley

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 09h00. The train traverses the Karoo, a vast semi-desert region that was once an enormous inland sea. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Enjoy a tour of Kimberley's Diamond Mine Museum and the Big Hole. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress code is formal.

Day 16: Matjiesfontein

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Disembark at Matjiesfontein for an opportunity to stroll through the historic village, including the museum on the platform and a collection of historic cars and railway carriages. About an hour after Matjiesfontein, the train arrives at the first of four tunnels and descends ±750m down the escarpment towards Worcester. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress code is "1920s" Theme or Smart Casual.

Day 17: Cape Town

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Enjoy a glass of their finest vino as you click-a-clack through the winelands of the Fairest Cape. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Arrive at journey's end at Cape Town Station at 15h00. You will be ushered across the road to the Rovos Rail Lounge where you will receive a complimentary chauffeur transfer to St James Manor (if available, or equivalent), which is owned by Rovos Rail, for a continuation of the Rovos vibe, courtesy of luxurytrainholiday.com.

Special Offer: 2 nights before at Serena Hotel, 5 nights after at St James Manor (owned by Rovos), guided walk/hike in Cape Town, free transfers.

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22 Jul 2027 (10h00) 3 Deluxe

9 Sep 2027 (10h00) 1 Deluxe 1 Pullman

PULLMAN: USD 18,200 per person sharing

DELUXE: USD 24,000 per person sharing

ROYAL: USD 31,500 per person sharing

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Pretoria to Cape Town (2 nights) on Blue Train

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Day 1: Departure

Enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer from Pretoria or Johannesburg to arrive at your check-in in Pretoria; this will either be at Irene Farm (Nellmapius Drive, Irene, Centurion) or the main Pretoria Train Station (note this is separate from Rovos Rail's private station). Enjoy pre-departure beverages, canapes and live entertainment. A shuttle will transport guests the 1km from Irene Farm to Irene Train Station. Your butler will welcome you on board and show you your suite. The train is scheduled to depart at 13h00, after which you can enjoy a light lunch in the lounge car and observation car. Complimentary WiFi is available on board throughout your journey, should you feel the tragic need to check your emails whilst gliding past paradise. Note that departure times are subject to change. Let us know if you would like to extend your experience by staying at Irene Country Lodge the night before your departure.

Day 2: Kimberley

Breakfast is served on a first-come-first-served basis - a gentle reminder that the early bird gets the best bacon. Stop in Kimberley Station to explore the Railway Museum, from where you will be taken by bus for an exclusive off-train excursion to the Diamond Mine Museum (weather and time permitting); including viewing the Big Hole from an enclosed ramp. Back at Kimberly Station guests are gifted a glass of sherry engraved with The Blue Train logo as a memento.

Day 3: Arrival

Enjoy breakfast, a light lunch and then the train is scheduled to arrive at 18h00 in Cape Town under the shadow of Table Mountain, concluding your magnificent journey. Note that arrival times are subject to change. Butlers will usher guests from the train to the Arrival Lounge. Enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer from the Arrival Lounge to your accommodation in Cape Town.

Special Offer: Complimentary night at the 5-star Irene Country Hotel before your 2-night Blue Train journey.

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September 2027 13 (13h00), 20 (13h00)

October 2027 4 (13h00), 11 (13h00)

November 2027 1 (13h00), 8 (13h00), 15 (13h00)

De Luxe: ZAR 56,245 per person sharing

Luxury: ZAR 71,030 per person sharing

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Cape Town to Pretoria (2 nights) on Blue Train

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Day 1: Departure

Enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer to The Blue Train Lounge at Cape Town Station. Registration and check-in take place while you enjoy pre-departure snacks and drinks. Board the train, settle into your luxurious suite, and depart the Mother City. The train glides through the Cape Winelands towards the majestic Hex River Valley. Stay connected to home using the train's complimentary onboard WiFi - though we strongly recommend looking out the window instead.

Day 2: Matjiesfontein

Disembark at Matjiesfontein, a perfectly preserved Victorian railway village. Enjoy a glass of sherry at the bar of the Lord Milner Hotel and soak in the historical charm of the 19th-century architecture before returning to the train to continue your journey through the starkly beautiful Karoo.

Day 3: Arrival

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and a light lunch as the train winds its way through the Highveld. The train is scheduled to arrive at the main Pretoria Train Station by late afternoon. Upon disembarking, enjoy a complimentary chauffeur transfer to your final destination in Pretoria or Johannesburg.

Special Offer: Complimentary night at The Capital 5 Star Hotel, before your 2-night Blue Train journey

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September 2027 16 (13h00), 23 (13h00)

October 2027 7 (13h00), 14 (13h00)

November 2027 4 (13h00), 11 (13h00)

De Luxe: ZAR 56,245 per person sharing

Luxury: ZAR 71,030 per person sharing

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Pretoria to Cape Town (3 nights) on Rovos Rail

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Day 1: Departure

Arrive at the private Rovos Rail Capital Park Station in Pretoria (this is a dedicated, privately owned station, distinct from the main Pretoria Train Station used by The Blue Train) for check-in between 08h00 and 08h30. Explore working loco sheds, coaches being restored by hand and a museum of railway memorabilia. Listen to the departure speech before boarding the train, which is scheduled to depart at 10h00 (it is not uncommon for the train to depart late, if there is traffic on the mainline - Africa operates on its own elegant clock). Your hostess will take you to your suite and get you settled in. Enjoy lunch as the train travels south through the goldfields of the Witwatersrand. Please note that to preserve the traditional golden-era atmosphere, there is no WiFi on board Rovos Rail; connectivity relies entirely on your mobile device passing close to cellular towers.

Day 2: Kimberley Diamond Mine

Disembark in Kimberley for a tour of the city, the Diamond Mine Museum, and the Big Hole (now filled with water), which is the largest man-made hole in the world - a rather impressive testament to humanity's glittering obsessions.

Day 3: Matjiesfontein

The train traverses a vast semi-desert region called the Karoo. Enjoy a morning visit to the historic village of Matjiesfontein (there is the opportunity to disembark at Whitehill Siding to walk the last 5km to the town, should you feel the sudden, inexplicable urge for actual exercise). At Matjiesfontein visit the Lord Milner Hotel, the Marie Rawdon Museum, the Lairds Arms Pub, the historic Church and Post Office. On leaving Matjiesfontein, the train descends through the spectacular Hex River Valley.

Day 4: Arrival in Cape Town

Scheduled to arrive at Cape Town Station at 15h00, marking the end of your luxurious journey. When you book ask us to include a complimentary transfer to your destination in Cape Town. To continue the Rovos vibe in Cape Town, many clients request to stay at St James Manor, which is owned by Rovos Rail.

Special Offer: Free chauffeur transfer

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1 Oct 2027 (10h00) 9 Deluxe 1 Pullman

5 Oct 2027 (10h00) 4 Royal 8 Deluxe 2 Pullman

15 Oct 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 7 Deluxe 4 Pullman

29 Oct 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 7 Deluxe 4 Pullman

12 Nov 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 14 Deluxe 1 Pullman

26 Nov 2027 (10h00) 22 Deluxe 9 Pullman

23 Dec 2027 (10h00) 2 Royal 24 Deluxe 9 Pullman

6 Jan 2028 (10h00) 4 Royal 19 Deluxe 6 Pullman

14 Jan 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 21 Deluxe

28 Jan 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 3 Pullman

18 Feb 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 14 Deluxe

24 Feb 2028 (10h00) 4 Royal 15 Deluxe 1 Pullman

3 Mar 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 9 Deluxe

17 Mar 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 18 Deluxe

7 Apr 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe

21 Apr 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 21 Deluxe

4 May 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 19 Deluxe 2 Pullman

26 May 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 1 Pullman

2 Jun 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 1 Pullman

23 Jun 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 17 Deluxe 1 Pullman

29 Jun 2028 (10h00) 4 Royal 18 Deluxe 2 Pullman

7 Jul 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 1 Pullman

21 Jul 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 1 Pullman

11 Aug 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 1 Pullman

17 Aug 2028 (10h00) 4 Royal 15 Deluxe 2 Pullman

25 Aug 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 18 Deluxe

8 Sep 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 18 Deluxe

15 Sep 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 15 Deluxe

29 Sep 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 19 Deluxe 6 Pullman

PULLMAN: ZAR 59,900 per person sharing

DELUXE: ZAR 86,500 per person sharing

ROYAL: ZAR 114,000 per person sharing

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Cape Town to Pretoria (3 nights) on Rovos Rail

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Day 1: Departure

Arrive at Rovos Rail Lounge in Cape Town between 09h00 and 09h30; listen to the departure speech before boarding the train, which departs Cape Town Station at 11h00. Travel inland through the Winelands, ascending 750m through 4 tunnels towards Worcester. Please remember there is no onboard WiFi; consider this a forced, yet highly luxurious, digital detox.

Day 2: Matjiesfontein

Visit the historic Victorian village of Matjiesfontein, before traversing a vast semi-desert area called the Karoo - a landscape so quietly beautiful you might actually forget to check your phone.

Day 3: Kimberley

Tour the Kimberley Diamond Mine Museum and the Big Hole (now filled with water).

Day 4: Arrival in Pretoria

Scheduled to arrive at 16h00 at the private Rovos Rail Capital Park Station in Pretoria. When you book ask us to include a complimentary transfer to your destination in Gauteng.

Special Offer: Free chauffeur transfer

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5 Oct 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 12 Deluxe 6 Pullman

19 Oct 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 17 Deluxe 6 Pullman

2 Nov 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 13 Deluxe 2 Pullman

15 Nov 2027 (11h00) 4 Royal 11 Deluxe 4 Pullman

16 Nov 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 21 Deluxe 7 Pullman

30 Nov 2027 (11h00) 18 Deluxe 7 Pullman

14 Dec 2027 (11h00) 19 Deluxe 9 Pullman

27 Dec 2027 (11h00) 2 Royal 25 Deluxe 9 Pullman

18 Jan 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 19 Deluxe 8 Pullman

1 Feb 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 25 Deluxe 8 Pullman

8 Feb 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 25 Deluxe 10 Pullman

15 Feb 2028 (11h00) 4 Royal 16 Deluxe 7 Pullman

22 Feb 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 4 Pullman

7 Mar 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 5 Pullman

21 Mar 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 25 Deluxe 9 Pullman

28 Mar 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 7 Deluxe 10 Pullman

4 Apr 2028 (11h00) 4 Royal 16 Deluxe 8 Pullman

11 Apr 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 25 Deluxe 7 Pullman

18 Apr 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 19 Deluxe 5 Pullman

25 Apr 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 21 Deluxe 10 Pullman

15 May 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 18 Deluxe 6 Pullman

30 May 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 20 Deluxe 3 Pullman

6 Jun 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 24 Deluxe 8 Pullman

27 Jun 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 15 Deluxe 5 Pullman

11 Jul 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 9 Deluxe 7 Pullman

25 Jul 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 24 Deluxe 6 Pullman

8 Aug 2028 (11h00) 4 Royal 11 Deluxe 6 Pullman

15 Aug 2028 (11h00) 1 Royal 18 Deluxe 6 Pullman

29 Aug 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 24 Deluxe 6 Pullman

12 Sep 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 9 Deluxe 7 Pullman

19 Sep 2028 (11h00) 2 Royal 23 Deluxe 5 Pullman

26 Sep 2028 (11h00) 4 Royal 8 Deluxe 4 Pullman

PULLMAN: ZAR 59,900 per person sharing

DELUXE: ZAR 86,500 per person sharing

ROYAL: ZAR 114,000 per person sharing

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Cape Town to Dar es Salaam (16 nights) on Rovos Rail

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Day 1: Cape Town

To get you warmed up for the train vibe of your holiday, what better way to start than to enjoy complimentary accommodation at the historic St James Manor (owned by Rovos Rail) before your luxury train trip, and a complimentary chauffeur transfer to the Rovos Rail Lounge at 1 Adderley Street in Cape Town for check-in at 09h00. Scheduled to depart from Cape Town Station at 11h00 (delays are common), lunch is served in the dining cars. Enjoy a glass of their finest vino as you click-a-clack through the winelands of the Fairest Cape towards Worcester. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train climbs ±750m up the face of the escarpment. Dress: Formal. Lectures will take place throughout the journey in the lounge car.

Day 2: Matjiesfontein

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Disembark at Matjiesfontein for an opportunity to stroll through the historic village. Of special interest is the museum on the platform and a collection of historic cars and railway carriages to the right of the Lord Milner Hotel. The train traverses the Karoo, a vast semi-desert region that was once an enormous inland sea. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Kimberley. Dress: Formal.

Day 3: Kimberley

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Enjoy a tour of Kimberley's Diamond Mine Museum and the Big Hole. Capital of the Northern Cape, Kimberley is well known for the discovery of diamonds that led to its establishment in 1871. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Union. Dress: Formal.

Day 4: Pretoria

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Transfer (±90 min) to Pretoria for a city tour followed by lunch at Rovos Rail Station (Capital Park). Enjoy a walking tour of the station and a visit to our museum. Return (±90 min) to the train. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Zeerust. Dress: Formal.

Day 5: Madikwe Game Reserve

Please pack a small overnight bag for the stay in Madikwe. Tog bags have been placed in your suite for your convenience. Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Transfer (±90 min) to a lodge in Madikwe for a two-night stay. Lunch is served on arrival. Afternoon tea and game drive (approximately 3 hours). Dinner at the lodge. Dress: Casual. Madikwe is a prime malaria-free Big 5 wildlife reserve bordering Botswana.

Day 6: Madikwe Game Reserve

Early morning game drive (approximately 3 hours). Breakfast is served at the lodge until 09h30. Lunch at the lodge. Afternoon tea and game drive (approximately 3 hours). Dinner at the lodge. Dress: Formal.

Day 7: Madikwe Game Reserve

Please ensure luggage is ready for collection and proceed to check-out by 10h00. Early morning game drive (approximately 2 hours). Breakfast is served at the lodge until 09h30. Transfer (±60 min) to the train at Gaborone in Botswana. Border formalities will take place en route and guests are required to present themselves to the border officials (luggage may be searched). Lunch is served in the dining cars. The train crosses the Tropic of Capricorn and the eastern edge of the Kalahari Basin. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal.

Day 8: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Border formalities. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal. The train travels along one of the world's longest stretches of straight railway line - 114 kilometres (Gwaai - Dete) - and along the eastern edge of Hwange National Park.

Day 9: Victoria Falls

Please pack a small overnight bag for the stay at Victoria Falls Hotel. Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Arrive at the incomparable Victoria Falls; enjoy views of the falls and railway bridge which have been similarly enjoyed since the days of Rhodes. Disembark with an overnight bag and walk across to the hotel. Welcome address on the lawn followed by lunch at Jungle Junction. Luggage will be delivered to the rooms. Meet in the foyer to depart for the sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Enjoy dinner at the Livingstone Room, Victoria Falls Hotel. Dress: Smart Casual (we presume - strictly no safari-wear, shorts, sandals or sneakers).

Day 10: Victoria Falls

Check-out time is normally at 10h00. Breakfast is served at the Jungle Junction Restaurant until 10h00. Day at leisure in Victoria Falls. Lunch at Jungle Junction. Meet on the station platform. Cross the Victoria Falls Bridge. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Border formalities. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal.

Day 11: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Lunch is served in the dining cars. The train travels across the Kafue Railway Bridge - a 477-metre long steel girder truss bridge of 13 spans each at 33m supported on concrete piers. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train passes Zambia's capital, Lusaka. Dress: Formal.

Day 12: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. The train slowly negotiates the TAZARA railway line - an engineering tour de force and one of Africa's best-kept secrets - as it passes through remote territory. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Kasama. Dress: "Africa" Theme or Smart Casual.

Day 13: Chisimba Falls

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Enjoy a visit to Chisimba Falls where guests can take a pleasant walk down to the rock pools at the base of the falls or admire them from various viewpoints. Lunch is served in the dining cars. The train climbs to the border, almost exactly the midpoint between Africa's two Great Rift Valley lakes. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Border formalities. Dress: Formal.

Day 14: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. The train traverses the Rift Valley and baobab forests towards Mbeya. Lunch is served in the dining cars. The Southern Highlands of Tanzania are covered with grasslands, savannas, woodlands and forests. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Makambako. Dress: Formal.

Day 15: Makambako (Optional)

Breakfast is served until 10h00. Enjoy an optional stroll through Makambako (time permitting) before departure at 09h00. Lunch is served in the dining cars. The train travels towards the jungled Udzungwa Mountains and negotiates the dramatic switchbacks, viaducts and tunnels of the escarpment. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Fuga Halt. Dress: Formal.

Day 16: Nyerere National Park

Continental breakfast is served in the dining cars until 08h00. Brunch is served in the dining cars until 12h00. Enjoy a game drive (weather permitting) in the Nyerere National Park, the largest in Africa at 30 000km² - ensuring the animals have plenty of space to hide from your camera. The train traverses the fertile lands of Tanzania. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Gwata. Dress: "1920s" Theme or Smart Casual.

Day 17: Dar es Salaam

Please ensure luggage is ready for collection 15 minutes before arrival and that you have your passport. Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Arrive at journey's end at Tazara Station, Julius K. Nyerere Road, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; where a complimentary chauffeur will take you to your hotel, where you can enjoy complimentary accommodation in Dar es Salaam courtesy of luxurytrainholiday.com

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Pretoria to Cape Town (12 nights) on Rovos Rail

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5 Apr 2028 (10h00) 2 Royal 11 Deluxe 4 Pullman

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Walvis Bay to Cape Town (11 nights) on Rovos Rail

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Dar es Salaam to Cape Town (16 nights) on Rovos Rail

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Day 1: Dar es Salaam

Enjoy complimentary accommodation at the Serena Hotel (or equivalent) before your journey, courtesy of luxurytrainholiday.com. Check-in at Serena Hotel, Ohio Street, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania at 09h30. Transfer to Tazara Station for scheduled departure at 12h00. The observation car will be leading the (slow) charge at the front of the train for the first 72 hours. Lunch is served in the dining cars as the train traverses the fertile lands of Tanzania. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Fuga Halt. Dress code is formal. Do not stay up too late enjoying the evening's boundless hospitality, as breakfast tomorrow is at 05h00.

Day 2: Nyerere National Park

Breakfast is served in the dining cars at 05h00. Enjoy a game visit to the Nyerere National Park, the largest in Africa at 30 000km² (time permitting). Lunch is served in the dining cars as the train travels towards the jungled Udzungwa Mountains and negotiates the dramatic switchbacks, viaducts and tunnels of the escarpment. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Mlimba. Dress code is formal.

Day 3: Makambako (Optional)

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Enjoy an optional stroll through Makambako (time permitting) before departure at 13h30. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea in the lounge and observation cars as the train traverses the Rift Valley and baobab forests towards Mbeya. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels to Tunduma. Please turn your watches back by one hour before retiring for the evening.

Day 4: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00 as border formalities take place. Lunch is served in the dining cars. The train travels the TAZARA railway line - an engineering tour de force and one of Africa's best-kept secrets (which you will slowly uncover). Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Kanona. Dress code is "Africa" Theme or Smart Casual.

Day 5: Kundalila Falls

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Enjoy a visit to Kundalila Falls, set high on the Muchinga Escarpment. Lunch is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Serenje. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train is turned at New Kapiri Mposhi. Dress code is formal.

Day 6: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Lunch is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Lusaka, capital of Zambia. Time permitting, enjoy an excursion here, else enjoy tea in the lounge and observation cars at 16h30. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Kafue. Dress code is formal.

Day 7: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. The train crosses the Kafue Railway Bridge, a 477-metre long steel girder truss bridge supported on concrete piers. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Livingstone. Dress code is formal.

Day 8: Victoria Falls

Please pack a small overnight bag for the stay in Victoria Falls. Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00 and border formalities take place. Cross the Victoria Falls Bridge and arrive at the incomparable Victoria Falls at 11h00. Disembark with an overnight bag and walk across to the hotel. Enjoy a welcome address on the lawn followed by lunch at Jungle Junction. Meet in the foyer to depart for the sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Enjoy dinner at the Livingstone Room, Victoria Falls Hotel. Dress code is Smart Casual (we presume - strictly no safari-wear, shorts, sandals or sneakers).

Day 9: Victoria Falls

Breakfast is served at the Jungle Junction Restaurant until 10h00. Enjoy a day at leisure in Victoria Falls with lunch at Jungle Junction Restaurant. Meet on the station platform at 15h00 and depart Victoria Falls at 16h00. Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train travels along one of the world's longest stretches of straight railway line (114 kilometres) along the eastern edge of Hwange National Park.

Day 10: At Leisure on Board

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Lunch is served in the dining cars as border formalities take place. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. The train travels the eastern edge of the Kalahari Basin. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Mahalapye. Dress code is formal.

Day 11: Madikwe Game Reserve

Please pack a small overnight bag for the stay in Madikwe. Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 09h30. The train crosses the Tropic of Capricorn - an invisible geographic milestone best celebrated with a visible gin and tonic. Transfer to a lodge in Madikwe for a two-night stay. Border formalities will take place en route. Lunch is served upon arrival. Enjoy afternoon tea and a game drive. Dinner at the lodge. Dress code is casual.

Day 12: Madikwe Game Reserve

Enjoy an early morning game drive. Breakfast is served at the lodge until 09h30. Lunch at the lodge. Enjoy afternoon tea and another game drive. Dinner at the lodge. Dress code is casual.

Day 13: Madikwe Game Reserve

Enjoy an early morning game drive. Breakfast is served until 09h30. Depart the lodge and transfer to the train at Zeerust. Lunch is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Union. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress code is formal.

Day 14: Pretoria

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Transfer to Pretoria for a city tour followed by lunch on the Rovos Rail Station platform. Enjoy a walking tour of the station and locomotive workshops. Return to the train. Dinner is served in the dining cars as the train travels to Bloemfontein. Dress code is formal.

Day 15: Kimberley

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 09h00. The train traverses the Karoo, a vast semi-desert region that was once an enormous inland sea. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Enjoy a tour of Kimberley's Diamond Mine Museum and the Big Hole. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress code is formal.

Day 16: Matjiesfontein

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Disembark at Matjiesfontein for an opportunity to stroll through the historic village, including the museum on the platform and a collection of historic cars and railway carriages. About an hour after Matjiesfontein, the train arrives at the first of four tunnels and descends ±750m down the escarpment towards Worcester. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress code is "1920s" Theme or Smart Casual.

Day 17: Cape Town

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10h00. Enjoy a glass of their finest vino as you click-a-clack through the winelands of the Fairest Cape. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Arrive at journey's end at Cape Town Station at 15h00. You will be ushered across the road to the Rovos Rail Lounge where you will receive a complimentary chauffeur transfer to St James Manor (if available, or equivalent), which is owned by Rovos Rail, for a continuation of the Rovos vibe, courtesy of luxurytrainholiday.com.

Special Offer: 2 nights before at Serena Hotel, 5 nights after at St James Manor (owned by Rovos), guided walk/hike excursion in Cape Town, free transfers.

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22 Jul 2028 (10h00) 4 Royal 7 Deluxe 4 Pullman

9 Sep 2028 (10h00) 1 Royal 9 Deluxe 3 Pullman

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Cape Town to Victoria Falls (6 nights) on Blue Train

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Victoria Falls to Cape Town (6 nights) on Blue Train

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