Luxurious Train Trips Around Southern Africa

The Rovos RailZambia and Tanzania. Known as the Authentic
Since its establishment the Rovos Rail has earnedAfrican Adventure this journey this spectacular
an international reputation as one of the worldstrain safari offers spectacular scenery the highlight
most luxurious travel experiences. Thebeing the Victoria Falls. Once reaching your final
extravagant elegance alludes to an era ofdestination, Dar Es Salaam in Tanzania guests can
romance and opulence. A train trip on the Rovosvisit Zanzibar, Mount Kilimanjaro, and the wildlife
Rail allows passengers to experience the magicdelights of the Serengeti.
and mystery of Africa in complete luxury.The 550 kilometre trip between Cape Town to
The Rovos Rail operates two classic train eachKnysna is one of the most glorious ways to take
consisting of 20 carriages most of which datein the beauty of South Africa's Garden Route.
back to the 1920s. 72 passengers can beDeparting from Cape Town and steaming through
accommodated on these glorious trains whichwith views of the winelands, wheat fields and
have been meticulously restored to allow you togorgeous mountains to a stop at George where
enjoy a luxurious and comfortable African escape.visitors will board the antique Choo-choo train to
Fine DiningKnysna. Knysna is the heart of South Africa's lake
The accent on the Rovos Rail is focused on freshdistrict and visitors will be kept busy with a host
local ingredients and traditional dishes. A fullof sporting and recreational activities as well as
breakfast is served each morning consisting of asampling the magnificent oysters for which the
variety of hot and cold dishes.town is renowned.
Lunch and dinner are three course affairs onSouth Africa is a haven for golfing enthusiasts and
board this magical train. The starter is followeda nine day golf trip on the Rovos Rail is one of
with a choice of a fish, meat or vegetarian dish,the most fantastic ways to see South Africa as
after which guests can sample some of the mostwell as taking in some of the best golfing
delicious deserts imaginable. At each mealopportunities the country has to offer.
passengers can chose from a selection of winesCommencing in Pretoria the journey will take you
from acclaimed South African cellars which havethrough the Drakensberg, the Kruger National
been chosen to compliment the meals. The train'sPark, Swaziland and Durban to Sun City where
dining rooms are formal and tables are adornedyou will end your trip. Along the way you will tee
with crisp linen, fine china and gleaming silverware.off on some of SA's finest courses including the
Guests will thoroughly enjoy the fine cuisine inRoyal Swazi Golf Club, Durban Beachwood
five-star luxury whilst some of the mostCountry Club and the Champagne Sports Resort.
magnificent scenery imaginable unfolds beyond theAt all the stops along the way there is plenty of
windows.entertainment to keep the non-golfers in your
Rovos Rail - A Selection of Tripsparty occupied including game drives and a trip
The luxurious Rovos Rail travels to a host ofthe internationally renowned Sun City resort.
South African and Southern African destinations.The journey from Pretoria to Namibia is one of
From the roaring desert sands of Namibia to thethe most scenic. The 3400 kilometre journey
smoke that thunders at Victoria Falls, the Rovostakes you from Pretoria to the sands of the
Rail transports visitors in style to some of theNamib Desert with plenty of stops along the way.
most magnificent destinations Africa has to offer.Some of the stops on this adventure include: a
One of the Rovos Rail's most popular journeys isvisit to the big hole in Kimberly, the Fish River
the week long trip between Pretoria and CapeCanyon, a game drive and lion feed in Windhoek,
Town. On the 1600 kilometre route you willa trip to the wildlife paradise known as the Etosha
experience an eclectic blend of gorgeous sceneryNational Park. A luxurious train trip on of the most
from dramatic mountain ranges and endlessbeautiful routes in Africa will be one of the most
grassland plains to the modern urban centres andremarkable holidays you will ever experience.
picturesque winelands.The pride of Africa
Cape Town is one of South Africa's most popularFondly named the pride of Africa the Rovos Rail
tourist destinations and a scenic, luxury rail trip is atrains provide domestic and international visitors
fantastic way to get there.to experience some of the greatest landscapes,
Another fantastic journey is the 6100 kilometredining and attractions Southern Africa has to
journey from Cape Town will transport youoffer.
through South Africa and across Zimbabwe,