Rovos Rail

Since its establishment in 1989, the five star Rovos Rail has earned an enviable reputation and is arguably the most luxurious train in the world. Its Edwardian coaches have been painstakingly restored to period elegance and the glorious age of stylish train travel is beautifully captured.

MEAL PLAN → All meals on board the train are included, plus scheduled sightseeing activities.

TRAVEL TIPS → All meals are served in one sitting only in the charming Victorian atmosphere of the Dining Cars. Many of the passengers enjoy the formality of fine china, crisp linen and silver, and dress accordingly. During the day dress is more casual, with cool, comfortable clothes and hats recommended for the excursions, especially in the game reserves where it can be very hot.

Rovos Rail offers an excellent range of scheduled journeys and annual trips throughout Africa, with a choice of three classes of cabin.

CAPE TOWN TO PRETORIA

Experience the beauty of South Africa in 1000 miles. This popular route is a two night journey through the grasslands of the gold-rich Highveld, the vast Great Karoo, spectacular mountains and charming Winelands. Watch the diverse landscapes pass by from the enlarged windows and open balconies of the glorious Observation Car. Enjoy a refreshing drink at leisure from this prime viewing point before dining on fresh, local cuisine in an elegant pre-1940 Dining Car. Stop to visit a traditional village and the Kimberley ‘Big Hole’ diamond mine. This route also operates in reverse from Pretoria to Cape Town.

PRETORIA TO VICTORIA FALLS

A real highlight awaits at the start of your journey - even before you board the magnificent train. Trains depart from Capital Park Station in Pretoria, a grand colonial-style station that was once the bustling hub of steam locomotion in the province. Take time to visit the small museum and busy roofed workshop before boarding the elegant wood-panelled coaches. On board, cross the Tropic of Capricorn, the dry reaches of Botswana and travel through game-rich Hwange Game Reserve as you follow an historic and diverse route to the mighty Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River. This route also operates in reverse from Victoria Falls to Pretoria.

PRETORIA TO DURBAN

Combine luxury travel with a region of incredible biodiversity on this two night adventure. Experience a Big Five private bush retreat at the Nambiti Conservancy in KwaZulu-Natal and embark on a thrilling game drive, then visit SpionKop Lodge situated on an expansive game farm. An excursion to an African ceramics centre provides the opportunity to learn about Zulu culture, and take a tour of the battlefields with a world class historian. After enlightening days, swap stories in the sociable Lounge Car before retiring to your private, spacious suite. This route also operates in reverse from Durban to Pretoria.

Annual journeys include:

Cape Town to Dar es Salaam; Pretoria to Swakopmund; Pretoria to Cape Town via Malalane, Durban, Bloemfontein, Port Elizabeth and George; and a golf safari from Pretoria to Phalaborwa, Hluhluwe, Durban, Ladysmith and Sun City.

Prices and departure dates are available on request.

PRICES

Prices per person including all meals, all alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and sightseeing from:

→ Pretoria - Cape Town

or vice versa: 1289

→ Pretoria - Victoria Falls

or vice versa: £1479

→ Pretoria - Durban

or vice versa: £1289