The Blue Train

2 days - from $950 (low season) per person

(Pretoria to Cape Town or vice versa)

Southern Africa has always attracted adventurous and romantic souls - discerning travellers who crossed the land in as much comfort as possible. But it was not until 1923, when the first luxury train was introduced between Johannesburg and Cape Town. The new Blue Train surpasses the expectations of all who step aboard. Journey into a timeless world of grace, elegance and romance, where spectacular scenery stirs the imagination and luxurious comfort soothes the body and soul.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Board train at Pretoria in the morning. Travel via Klerksdorp before stopping at Kimberly to visit the renowned Kimberley diamond mine. Travel overnight.
Day 2: Leaving the mountain region, travel through winelands arriving in Cape Town around midday.

Trip Information: Luxury rail journey.
Accommodation: 1 night private train compartment with en-suite facilities.
Meals: Lunch and dinner day one, and breakfast, day two.
Departs: Departs twice a week, low season.
Comment: Two types of accommodation are offered on the Blue Train. All rates are per person. Single room supplement applies.

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