The Blue Train

The five star Blue Train comes with a fine reputation and a long history of attentive service. A luxurious alternative to flying and the choice of the discerning traveller, ride overnight between Pretoria and Cape Town to build into a wider exploration of South Africa.

MEAL PLAN → All meals as shown in detailed itinerary are included.

TRAVEL TIPS → Dining is a stylish affair – gentlemen are requested to wear a jacket and tie and ladies elegant evening wear. Pretoria, Johannesburg and the ‘highveld’ are at high altitude and can be cold in winter – be sure to pack warm clothing.

The Blue Train is an excellent overnight way of traversing this huge country in comfort and style. Travel from Pretoria to Cape Town or vice versa, perhaps adding stays at the Cape Town end in a luxurious City, Waterfront or Winelands hotel, or at the Pretoria/Johannesburg end in a Kruger Private Game Reserve or Sun City. With direct international flights to both Johannesburg and Cape Town, plus numerous connections within South Africa or to neighbouring countries, it is a fabulous and elegant way of exploring Southern Africa.

PRETORIA TO CAPE TOWN

DAY 1 → 07.50-08.30 Register at The Blue Train Lounge, Pretoria Station where you may enjoy snacks and drinks before being ushered to your suite by the on-board butlers for an orientation.

08.50 Departure from Pretoria.

11.30/13.30 First/second sittings for brunch.

15.30 High Tea is served in the Lounge Car.

17.10 Arrive at Kimberley Station where you disembark and transfer to the centre of Kimberley to join an old tram for a ride down to the Open Mine Museum and the ‘Kimberly hole’ for a short tour.

19.05 The train departs Kimberley for the journey Southbound to Cape Town. Refresh yourself and enjoy pre-dinner drinks served at any one of the lounges.

19.30/21.15 First/second sittings for dinner.

DAY 2 → 07.30-10.00 Breakfast is served on a first come first serve basis, or can also be served in-suite at your request.

12.00pm Arrive in Cape Town station.

CAPE TOWN TO PRETORIA

DAY 1 → 07.50-08.30 Register at The Blue Train Lounge, Cape Town Station where you may enjoy snacks and drinks before being ushered to your suite by the on-board butlers for an orientation.

08.50 Departure from Cape Town.

10.30/12.30, First/second sittings for brunch.

14:35 Arrive at Matjiesfontein for a glass of sherry and a 45 minute tour of the colonial town and its Victorian buildings.

15.20 The train departs northbound and high tea is served.

19.00/21.00 First/second sittings for dinner.

DAY 2 → 07.30-10.00 Breakfast is served on a first come first serve basis, or can also be served in-suite at your request.

12.50 Arrive in Pretoria station.

PRICES

Prices per person including all meals and sightseeing from:

→ Deluxe Suite: £765

→ Luxury Suite: £829

Destination introduction

Wind your way through the diverse South African  landscape on your luxury train and enjoy all the stunning views en route to your  stops. Travel through Zululand and visit a  traditional Zulu settlement, stop at Kruger Game Reserve and spot lions in the  tall grass and giraffes on the horizon. See Bustling Cape  Town and the  magnificent Victoria Falls all from the comfort  of your plush  train  carriage.

•Rovos Rail was established  in 1989 and has an enviably reputation as the most world luxurious train in the  world.

• The Shongololo, which  shares its name with  the millipede, winds  its way through South  Africa, taking you to some of the country’s most important  destinations. 

•The Blue Train excels in  attentive service, surrounded by stunning views and luxurious carriages; it’ll  be the ride of a lifetime.