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 in 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. Relax and freshen up in your cabin before pre-dinner drinks are served in the lounge cars.

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 at Pretoria station.

PRICES

Prices per person including all meals, selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (excluding certain imported beverages) and sightseeing from:

→ Deluxe Suite: £1089

→ Luxury Suite: £1175