Experience luxury and old world service on a superb rail journey aboard the Pride of Africa. Discover the sheer magnificence of Victoria Falls and the splendour of Cape Town.

• UK/Livingston - 1 to 2
  

  Fly to Livingstone, arriving on Day 2. Relax at the hotel where you stay for three nights. Specialist Guides will be on hand throughout the holiday, they will share their knowledge ensuring you experience the best of South Africa. This afternoon visit a Makuni village, home to the Leya tribe. Meet with the people, see their homes and learn about their daily lives.

• Livingstone - 3
  

  Discover magnificent Victoria Falls on a walking tour. Listen as a Specialist Guide tells you of the discovery of the Falls by Dr Livingstone and watch as up to 150 million gallons of water per minute cascade over the mile-wide basalt cliff, a truly awesome sight. Walk along the most scenic section, stopping to take in the splendid views along the way, remember these Falls are twice the height of Niagara. Board the African Queen and glide gently downstream as the sun sets over the upper Zambezi River. Relax in a comfortable chair on deck, enjoy a drink or two and get ready to spot elephants and giraffes enjoying their own evening drink by the water’s edge.

• Livingstone - 4
  

  Today you are free to relax or join one of the many optional activities. Take a scenic flight over the Falls, join an elephant safari or seek out other wildlife on a game drive in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Explore the town of Livingstone with its carefully planned streets and avenues of beautiful trees. Visit the Livingstone Museum and view a collection of the famous explorer’s memorabilia. Stroll through the bustling Maramaba market and join the locals as they shop at stalls laden with everything from fruit and vegetables to Chitenge, a brightly coloured local fabric.

• Livingstone/Pretoria - 5
  

  Fly to Johannesburg and settle into your hotel in Pretoria where you stay tonight.

• Pretoria/The Pride Of Africa Train - 6
  

  Enjoy a leisurely morning or join a tour of Pretoria. This afternoon travel to the private Capital Park Station and board Rovos Rail’s luxurious Pride of Africa train for a two night rail adventure. All meals, drinks and excursions are included during the course of the journey. With five-star cuisine elegantly served in the spectacular dining car and picturesque views in all directions from the superb observation car, this really is the trip of a lifetime. The sumptuous carriages, some of which date back to 1911, have been gathered from all corners of South Africa and carefully restored to a high level of comfort. Accommodation will be in a Pullman Suite (two people) which has private facilities and comfortable sofas that convert into either double or twin beds at night time. Settle into your cabin as the train departs Pretoria for the first overnight journey, or enjoy a pre-dinner drink with fellow travellers in the lavish surroundings of the lounge car.

• The Pride Of Africa Train - 7
  

  The train arrives in Kimberley this morning. Visit the Big Hole, a huge excavation dug by picks, shovels and sheer determination. Browse in the Diamond Museum, discover the perilous mining conditions of the 19th century, and see the largest uncut diamond in the world. Re-board the train for the journey through arid Karoo, Aar and Beaufort West.

• Matjiesfontein/Cape Town - 8
  

  Stop at Matjiesfontein this morning and visit this perfectly preserved Victorian village. Re-board the train for the final journey through Touws River, De Dooms and the vineyards of Worcester. You arrive in Cape Town early this evening for a three night stay.

• Cape Town - 9 to 10
  

  Enjoy free time to explore Cape Town in its incomparable setting between the sparkling Atlantic Ocean and the majestic backdrop of Table Mountain. Vine-covered valleys, plunging cliffs, spectacular mountains and golden beaches are all within easy reach. Why not take the opportunity to discover more of the local area in the company of a Specialist Guide.

• Cape Town City Tour - 9 to 10
  

  Discover the Malay Quarter and the vibrant waterfront, drive to the Castle of Good Hope and capture the perfect shot of Table Mountain from the Milnerton lighthouse. Gaze at sparkling gems at the Diamond Works and take a cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain for breathtaking views over the Cape.

• The Cape Peninsula - 9 to 10
  

  Journey past Camps Bay to the charming harbour town of Hout Bay. Explore the Cape of Good Hope Nature reserve with its wonderful views of False Bay. Ride the funicular to the Cape Point viewpoint and visit the colony of penguins at Boulders Beach. Finish the day with a stroll through the magnificent Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.

• The Winelands - 9 to 10
  

  Travel to the heart of South Africa’s wine country. Visit Stellenbosch, with its fine Cape Dutch architecture, and taste wines of the highly respected vineyards of Franschoek.

• Cape Town/UK - 11 to 12
  

  Enjoy a leisurely day before your return flight to the UK, arriving on Day 12.

Accommodation

Pride of Africa Train 2 nights

Deluxe suite available at a supplement.

Livingstone- Royal Livingstone (5-star) 3 nights.

This superb hotel is situated on the banks of the Zambezi River, close to Victoria Falls. Facilities include swimming pool and sun deck with views of the falls.

Pretoria - Sheraton (4-Star) 1 night.

All rooms are comfortably appointed and facilities include bar, restaurant, swimming pool, gym and sauna.

Cape Town - Table Bay Hotel (5-Star) 3 nights.

A luxury hotel situated close to the waterfront, facilities include lounge, bar, conservatory, swimming pool and spa.

• Flights are scheduled services of South African Airways
• Flights depart at 12:00 am and return at 12:00 am

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