Rovos Rail - Pretoria to Cape Town (vv)

Trundle through the spectacular mountain ranges and scenic wine lands of the Cape. Journey's end is Cape Town, the Mother City of South Africa, cradled by the imposing bulk of Table Mountain, Devil's Peak and Lions Head. Highlights of the north and southbound routes include a visit to the historic village of Matjiesfontein. This authentic perfectly preserved Victorian Village, which was founded by Mr Logan as a refreshment stop in 1890, also boasts an impressive museum on the platform. A stop is also made in Kimberley providing an opportunity to enjoy a city tour and a visit to the Diamond Mine Museum and the world's largest man-made excavation, the Big Hole.

Please note: Rovos Rail operates in the opposite direction 

Trundle through the spectacular mountain ranges and scenic wine lands of the Cape. Journey's end is Cape Town, the Mother City of South Africa, cradled by the imposing bulk of Table Mountain, Devil's Peak and Lions Head. Highlights of the north and southbound routes include a visit to the historic village of Matjiesfontein. This authentic perfectly preserved Victorian Village, which was founded by Mr Logan as a refreshment stop in 1890, also boasts an impressive museum on the platform. A stop is also made in Kimberley providing an opportunity to enjoy a city tour and a visit to the Diamond Mine Museum and the world's largest man-made excavation, the Big Hole.

For many visitors to South Africa, there is no finer way to see the country than on the popular 48-hour weekly journeys between Pretoria and Cape Town. This 1600-kilometre journey is a perfect illustration of South Africa as a world in one country. Travel the grasslands of the gold-rich Highveld to the haunting barrenness of the Great Karoo.

Day 1: Pretoria

This afternoon at 1500 hours The Pride of Africa departs Rovos Rail’s Station in Capital Park. Guests may freshen up in their suites before joining fellow travellers in the midway Lounge car or Observation carriage at the rear of the train. At 1930 hours Dinner is served in the dining car/s. (D)

Day 2: Pretoria - Kimberley

This morning at 0700 hours breakfast is served in the dining car/s. At 0930 hours ten minutes before arriving in Kimberley there is a shallow lake on the right hand side facing forward. On most occasions there are spectacular flocks of Flamingos (approx. 23 000). At 0945hours arrive in Kimberley. Guests disembark and proceed by coach for a tour of the city, the “Big Hole“and the Mine Museum. At 1230 hours depart Kimberley followed by lunch served in the dining cars. Dinner will be served in the dining car/s at 1930 hours. (BLD)

Day 3: Kimberley - Cape Town

This morning at 0800 hours there is an opportunity to disembark the Train at Whitehill siding and walk or jog the 5 kilometres into Matjisefontein. The Train Manager or a member of staff will accompany you. Comfortable walking or running shoes are essential. The train arrives at Matjiesfontein where you will have a chance to stroll through this historic settlement. Of special interest is the museum on the platform and a collection of historic cars and railway carriages to the right of the Hotel. Breakfast will be served in the dining car/s between 0700 hours and 1000 hours. At 1030 hours we depart Matjiesfontein passing through Tweedside and Touws River. At 1200 hours we reach the first of four tunnels that take us through the Hex River Pass. The second tunnel is 13.5kms long so please be careful if you are walking through the train. If you are in your suite you may wish to turn on a light. At 1300 hours lunch will be served as we pass through the Hex River Valley and the town of Worcester. At 1800 hours you will arrival at Platform 24 Cape Town Station where our journey ends. (BL)

Inclusions:

• Two nights accommodation
• All meals
• Local drinks (excluding premium brands)
• Excursions as specified in the itinerary

Departures

2, 9, 16, 23, 28, 30 Dec 11 ex Pretoria
5, 12, 19, 26, 31 Dec 11 ex Cape Town
6, 13, 20, 27 Jan 12 ex Pretoria
2, 9, 23, 30 Jan 12 ex Cape Town
3, 10, 17, 22, 24 Feb 12 ex Pretoria
6, 13, 15, 20, 27 Feb 12 ex Cape Town
2, 7, 9, 16, 30 Mar 12 ex Pretoria
5, 10, 12, 19, 26 Mar 12 ex Cape Town
6, 13, 20, 27 Apr 12 ex Pretoria
2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Apr 12 ex Cape Town
4, 11, 18, 25 May 12 ex Pretoria
7, 14, 21, 28 May 12 ex Cape Town
1, 8, 15, 22, 27, 29 Jun 12 ex Pretoria
4, 11, 18, 25 Jun 12 ex Cape Town
6, 13, 20 Jul 12 ex Pretoria
2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Jul 12 ex Cape Town
3, 8, 10, 17, 24, 31 Aug 12 ex Pretoria
6, 13, 20, 27 Aug 12 ex Cape Town
14, 21, 26, 28 Sep 12 ex Pretoria
3, 10, 17, 24 Sep 12 ex Cape Town
 

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