One of the world’s classic and most luxurious rail journeys, sumptuous hotels and lodges, breathtaking scenery and incredible wildlife. Indulge yourself on this superb holiday.

• UK/Cape Town - 1 to 2
  

  Take your overnight flight from the UK to arrive refreshed in Cape Town, where your African experience begins. Settle in to your superb hotel in the heart of the Cape’s oldest wine region, Constantia for your relaxing three night stay in South Africa’s most exciting city.

• Cape Towm - 3 to 4
  

  Enjoy free time to explore. Cape Town in its incomparable setting between the sparkling Atlantic Ocean and the majestic backdrop of Table Mountain.

  An inspiring choice of optional excursions will also be available:

• Cape Town City Tour - 3 to 4
  

  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.

• The Cape Peninsula - 3 to 4
  

  Journey past Camps Bay to the charming harbour town of Hout Bay.

• The Blue Train - 5
  

  After an early breakfast travel to Cape Town Station for the start of your rail adventure into South Africa’s heartlands. the Blue Train lives up to its reputation for magnificence and splendour. The sumptuous suites transform from lounge by day into comfort at night.

  A dedicated butler will pander to your every need and the superb cuisine is prepared by professional chefs and accompanied by the finest South African Wines. The dress code for dinner in the restaurant car is formal (jacket and tie). The elegant lounge car boasts large windows for panoramic views of the passing countryside and the plush comfortable decor makes this the ideal setting for afternoon tea or an aperitif with fellow guests.

  The club car has the relaxed atmosphere of a gentleman’s club. All meals and drinks are included on board. The train makes a brief stop at Matjiesfontein enabling you to see this fascinating Victorian town before the journey continues through the Karoo and past the diamond mines of Kimberley.

• Blue Train/Pretoria - 6
  

  Disembark the Blue Train in Pretoria Station at midday and enjoy the rest of the day in Pretoria.

• Pretoria/Kruger - 7
  

  Take the short flight to Kruger National Park and settle in to the welcoming atmosphere of your luxury lodge, situated in the ‘big five’ area of the Kruger Park. Join a late afternoon game drive in 4x4 land rovers in the company of experienced rangers.

• Kruger - 8
  

  Wake to a dawn chorus from the prolific birdlife that inhabit this wilderness and explore the park further on early morning and late afternoon game drives. Enjoy the wonderful surroundings of the lodge.

• Kruger/Traveliing - 9 to 10
  

  Experience an early morning game drive before your return flight back to the UK, arriving on Day 10.

Accommodation

Cape Town – The Constantia

3 nights bed and breakfast. This elegant hotel, set in beautiful gardens, is located in Constantia, an elegant suburb of Cape Town. All bedrooms are elegantly appointed and facilities include bar, restaurant, swimming pool and spa.

• Flights are scheduled services of
• Flights depart at 12:00 am and return at 6:25 am

Includes

Not Included