Great Rail Journeys - Cape Town, the Blue Train & Kruger

• Cape Town
• Table Mountain
• Journey on the Flying Dutchman railway
• Cape of Good Hope
• Penguin colony at Boulders Bay
• Stellenbosch valleys including lunch and wine tasting
• Luxury journey on the Blue Train from Cape Town to Pretoria
• Pretoria and Kruger National Park
• Matjiesfontein

• The services of a professional UK Tour Manager from start to finish
• Scheduled return flights from London
• All rail and coach travel throughout
• 8 nights’ hotel accommodation
• 1 night aboard the iconic Blue Train
• 18 meals including 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 4 dinners, including a ‘Boerebraai’ lunch in Stellenbosch.
• All drinks whilst on the Blue Train
• Exciting excursions and free time to explore

• Guided tour of Cape Town and Matjiesfontein
• Visits to Table Mountain, Cape Point and Boulders Bay
• Elephant interaction
• 2 full day game drives in Kruger National Park

Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town

The 5-Star Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront is situated along the Atlantic Ocean, offering fantastic views of Table Mountain and Robben Island, with the magnificent Green Point Stadium.

Protea Hotel Kruger Gate, Kruger

Set on the banks of the Sabie River, just 100 metres from the entrance to Kruger National Park, the 4-Star Protea Hotel Kruger Gate is a luxury lodge-style hotel which is the perfect base for safaris into the magnificent game park.

Sheraton Hotel, Pretoria

The 5-Star Sheraton Hotel is situated just outside the centre of Pretoria, close to the many embassies, government ministries and the city’s Art Museum.

Days 1-2: London – Kruger

We depart London Heathrow on an overnight flight to Johannesburg, arriving on Day 2. From here we transfer to our hotel, the 4-Star Protea Hotel Kruger Gate, where we enjoy our first dinner together.

Days 3-4: Exploring Kruger

On both Day 3 and Day 4 we enjoy full-day game drives to track the iconic wildlife of Kruger National Park. A local, skilled ranger drives each jeep as we head out into the game park, finding us the best locations to see the animals and pointing out animals whose camouflage makes them almost impossible to spot.

Day 5: The Blue train

This morning we travel to Pretoria railway station to begin our journey on the iconic Blue Train. A Blue Train butler will escort you to your cabin and provide an orientation of the train before inviting you for brunch as we begin our journey to Cape Town.

Day 6: Kimberley

This morning we arrive in Kimberley, the capital of South Africa’s Northern Cape, which has enjoyed a prosperous past thanks to the discovery of diamonds in the area. Here we have the chance to visit ‘The Big Hole’ mine museum.

Day 7: The Blue Train to Cape Town

We enjoy breakfast on board the train as we travel towards Cape Town. On arrival, we enjoy an orientation tour of Cape Town taking in the main sights, as we transfer to the 5-Star Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel for four nights, superbly located overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Day 8: Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Bay

Today we travel to Cape Point on the Cape of Good Hope, at the south-western tip of Africa. At Cape Point we take the Flying Dutchman funicular railway up to a vantage point, where we can admire the awe-inspiring views.

Day 9: Stellenbosch Vineyards

Today we travel by coach around two of South Africa’s finest wine producing areas: the Franschhoek and Stellenbosch valleys. Here, we enjoy a delicious ‘Boerebraai’ lunch, a unique South African social event, where family and friends gather together to create a memorable dining experience.

Day 10: Cape Town

Today you are free to explore Cape Town further. Among the gorgeous natural landmarks, incredible displays of street art, and the brightly-painted buildings along the waterfront, the city boasts an array of sights that make it fascinating to discover.

Days 11-12: Return to London

Please note, prices listed are guide prices only and are based on 2 people sharing and don’t include any additional supplements. Holiday prices are fluid and dynamic and may be changed at a moment’s notice, prior to booking, at which point they are confirmed. Please call the team free on 0800 707 6229 for more departure dates available and a quote.