Railbookers: 10D9N Luxury Rovos Rail from Pretoria to Cape Town
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Railbookers: 10D9N Luxury Rovos Rail from Pretoria to Cape Town

Join us for an exclusive premium excursion. Tour highlights include staying at award-winning hotels, enjoying private local culinary events, and experiencing personalized local sightseeing.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Your Journey Begins in Johannesburg

Welcome to South Africa! You will be warmly welcomed at the airport and escorted to your luxury hotel in Johannesburg for a two-night stay. Spend the rest of the day acclimatizing at your leisure. (Overnight Johannesburg)

Day 2

Johannesburg

Discover the history of Johannesburg, the city of gold, and experience the vibrant neighborhood life of Soweto. Visit Constitution Hill, the Constitutional Court and site of Johannesburg's Old Fort Prison, Walter Sisulu Square - Kliptown Open Air Museum and the Hector Pieterson Memorial. View the iconic Soweto Towers and experience the buzz of Vilikazi Street and an authentic street market. (Overnight Johannesburg)

Day 3

Overnight Onboard Rovos Rail

Embark on the Rovos Rail journey from Pretoria to Cape Town, starting with check-in and a welcome reception at the Rovos Rail station in Pretoria before boarding the train at Meyerton Station. Enjoy the luxury Pullman Suite and a scenic lunch through the Highveld's grassland plains. Relax in the lounge and observation cars, followed by a delightful dinner en route to Klerksdorp. (Overnight onboard Rovos Rail) breakfast lunch dinner

Day 4

Overnight Onboard Rovos Rail

After breakfast, savor lunch onboard while heading to Kimberly, where you'll explore the Diamond Mine Museum and witness the astonishing Big Hole, a massive crater formed during the diamond search. Return to the train for a gourmet dinner and evening festivities. (Overnight onboard Rovos Rail) breakfast lunch dinner

Day 5

Overnight Onboard Rovos Rail

As you enjoy breakfast, the train passes through Karoo, a vast semi-desert region once covered by an inland sea. Following lunch, disembark at Whitehill Siding for a guided walk into Matjiesfontein or explore the historic village. Rejoin the train as it traverses a 13.5km tunnel and enjoy dinner while descending the escarpment towards Worcester. Unwind with a nightcap in the lounge car. (Overnight onboard Rovos Rail)

Day 6

Cape Town

Enjoy a final breakfast on the train before arriving at Cape Town station. Bid farewell to fellow passengers and transfer to the 5-star Queen Victoria Hotel for a four-night stay. (Overnight Cape Town)

Day 7

Cape Town

Embark on a private half-day city tour, passing iconic landmarks and sites such as the Castle of Good Hope, St. George's Cathedral, the Company Gardens, and the vibrant Bo-Kaap neighborhood. Optional activities include a tour of diamond cutting and jewelry manufacturing or ascending Table Mountain by cable car for panoramic views. (Overnight Cape Town)

Day 8

Cape Town

Prepare for a full-day private tour of the Cape Peninsula and Kirstenbosch. Experience breathtaking views along the Atlantic coast, visit the picturesque Hout Bay, explore Cape Point Nature Reserve with its diverse wildlife, and stop at Simon's Town to see the Penguin Colony at Boulders Beach. Immerse yourself in the beauty of False Bay and Fish Hoek fishing village. (Overnight Cape Town)

Day 9

Cape Town

Begin the day with a tram ride to a local wine estate in Franschhoek, where you'll learn about the region's wine culture, taste unique flavors, and enjoy a three-course lunch at the estate restaurant. Continue to two other renowned wine estates for premium tastings, deepening your appreciation for Franschhoek's wines. (Overnight Cape Town)

Day 10

Your Journey Ends in Cape Town

You will head to the airport in time for your flight home.

Inclusions

  • check_circle2 nights' luxury hotel accommodation including breakfast in Johannesburg
  • check_circle4 nights' luxury hotel accommodation including breakfast in Cape Town
  • check_circle3 nights in a Pullman Suite onboard Rovos Rail from Pretoria to Cape Town
  • check_circlePrivate full-day city tour of Johannesburg
  • check_circlePrivate half-day city tour of Cape Town
  • check_circlePrivate full-day Cape Peninsula including Kirstenbosch
  • check_circlePrivate full-day Franschhoek Wine Tram & Babylonstoren Farm Experience
  • check_circlePrivate airport/hotel/station transfers throughout

Exclusions

  • remove_circleInternational airfare flights
  • remove_circlePersonal travel insurance cover
  • remove_circleDiscretionary tips and gratuities