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Luxury Train Journeys
SOUTH AFRICA
Rovos Rail
Rovos Rail
Recreate the romance and excitement of the golden age of luxury train travel aboard Rovos Rail's `Pride of Africa' as it journeys through some of Africa's most beautiful scenery. The trains feature heritage coaches, which have been carefully rebuilt and are drawn by steam, diesel and electric locomotives. Rovos Rail's trains consist of 4 Royal, 22 De Luxe and 10 Pullman suites, combining the opulence of a bygone era with subtle modern innovations. The use of traditional furnishings and period decor ensure an atmosphere of elegance and grandeur in
the 1920s dining car and the observation car, with its open balcony.
Rovos Rail Routes
Pretoria to Cape Town: This classic journey includes tours of the diamond-rush city of Kimberley and Matjiesfontein in the Western Cape. This journey is featured in the Historic South Africa tour on page 21. Prices from £1,050 per person (2 nights full board in De Luxe Suite). Other Rovos Rail Routes: · Pretoria to Durban (2 nights from £1,195) · Pretoria to Swakopmund (6 nights from £2,775)
De Luxe Suite
The Blue Train
Since 1946, the distinctive sapphire blue carriages of the Blue Train have transported discerning travellers across South Africa in opulent style. Setting superb standards in luxury train travel, this world-famous train offers an outstanding travel experience. This train has contemporary interiors, which have been elegantly designed and fitted with rich fabrics, birch panelling and Italian marble. In the classic 1920s style dining car, fine South African wines accompany delicious cuisine. While you dine, your personal butler will turn your suite into a luxury bedroom.
Blue Train Routes
The Blue Train
Pretoria to Cape Town: The classic 1,000 mile overnight journey from Pretoria to the beautiful city of Cape Town travels across the Karoo Desert. Prices from £620 per person (1 night full board).
Price Information: Prices for Rovos Rail and the Blue Train include all excursions, meals and drinks while on board. Please note that all journeys also operate in reverse. For a Rovos Rail or Blue Train
brochure, full itineraries, departure dates and price details, please contact your specialist travel consultant.
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