Rail Tours : Rovos Rail
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About Rovos Rail started operating in 1989 and is now internationally renowned for five-star luxury experience it offers. A total of 72 passengers can be accommodated in the 36 suites available per trip. The trains are at different stages of the trip hauled by steam, diesel or electric locomotives. Train Journeys are offered on one of two classic 20-coach, 72 berth trains. Cuisine and Services A team of chefs are responsible for menu planning to ensure that guests every need is catered for. The accent is placed on fresh local ingredients and traditional dishes such as game. A full breakfast is served every morning, followed by lunch and dinner offering a starter and a choice of fish, meat or vegetarian dishes and a tempting dessert – all accompanied by a selection of South African wines. Coaches All suites are air-conditioned and offer convenience and comfort in a choice between twin and double beds. The suites are some of the most spacious train suites offered in the world and are an epitome of luxury with the wood panelling and period Edwardian features. Each suite is equipped with a writing surface, personal safe and bar fridge. The en-suite bathrooms have hot showers, hair dryers and shaver plugs. 24-hour room service is available to the suites. • The Royal Suites – Each Royal Suite takes up half a carriage and offer spacious and elegant accommodation in a space of 16 sq metres. Each suite has a private lounge area and full bathroom which includes a Victoria bath and separate shower. • The Deluxe Suites – Each suite measures 11 sq metres and can accommodate two passengers in either twin or double beds. The suites have a lounge area and en-suite bathroom with shower. • The Pullman Suites – These Suites measure 7 sq metres with a bathroom identical to the Deluxe Suites. The bedrooms are slightly smaller offering one up and one down bunk for twin requirements or a double bed for couples. The beds can be converted into a comfortable couch during the day. |
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Journeys Cape Town to Pretoria – The Old Karoo Pioneering Trail This 1600-kilometre journey takes 48 hours and offers the perfect illustration of South Africa as a world in one country. Highlights on this tour include: - A visit to the Big Hole, Diamond Museum and a tram ride in Kimberley - A visit to the historic village of Matjiesfontein Durban Safari – In the heart of the African Bush A 3-day trip from Pretoria to Durban available during the summer months offering game drives in two different and very unique game reserves. Highlights on this tour include: - Travel via the Drakensberg Escarpment - Afternoon game drive in the Mkhaya Reserve - Early morning game drive in the Hluhluwe Game Reserve Victoria Falls Zimbabwe – A Leisurely Sojourn by Luxury Train through South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe A two-night, three day trip departing in the morning, travelling through Mafikeng into Botswana and then into Zimbabwe where the journey ends at the Victoria Falls on the mighty Zambezi River. Highlights on this tour include: - Lunch enjoyed in Zeerust - Travel via the Magaliesburg Range - Victoria Falls George – The Scenic Beauty of The Garden Route A picturesque 550-kilometre journey taking 24 hours travelling from Cape Town to George during the summer months. Highlights on this tour include: - Travel through the Du Toits Kloof tunnel - Visit to the KWV Brandy Distillery - Travel via the Bree River Valley - Visit to a local wine estate Dar Es Salaam – An Authentic African Adventure (via Botswana) This 14-day journey departs yearly in July and travels through South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Tanzania. Highlights on this tour include: - Full day Cape Winelands tour including a visit to a famous wine estate - Dinner and overnight in Cape Town - Full day Cape Peninsula Tour - Dinner and overnight at a hotel - Visit to Matjiesfontein - Visit the Big Hole and Diamond Museum in Kimberley - Pretoria City Tour - 2-night stay at Tau Game Lodge including game drives - Tour of Victoria Falls with sunset cruise on Zambezi River - Brunch at Kundalila Falls in Kanona - Nakonde/Tunduma for Zambian/Tanzanian border controls - Travel via the pass to Mlimba from Makambako - Travel from Kiduna through Mzenga to Dar es Salaam Namibia – An Epic Journey of Discovery A 7-day journey covering 3400 kilometres departing each year in May. Highlights on this tour include: - Tour of the Big Hole and Kimberley City - Visit to the Fish River Canyon - Windhoek Museum and City Tour - Lunch and afternoon game drive at Okapuka Ranch - Lunch, game drive and overnight at Mokuti Lodge - Early morning game drive into Etosha Pan - Swakopmund |
