The Blue Train
A luxury rail journey
Pretoria • Kimberley • Cape Town
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AUD
$2,950
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Days
3
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Nights
2
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AUD
$2,950
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Days
3
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Nights
2
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Introduction
The journey between Pretoria and Cape Town promises some of the most diverse and spectacular scenery the sub-continent has to offer.
You’ll travel around the awe-inspiring mountain ranges that dot the continent, through the apparently arid desert landscapes and over untamed savannah grasslands.
The Train: Follow in the footsteps of Kings and Presidents who have travelled on this magnificent, moving five-star “hotel-on-wheels”. Enjoy high tea or a pre dinner drink in the elegant lounge car with its large picture windows which flood the carriage with panoramic views of the passing countryside. Should you prefer a more relaxing ambiance, then the club car offers card tables, a small library and a fully-equipped bar – as well as a fine selection of Cuban cigars. The Blue Train serves up only the best of fine dining experiences complimented by a selection of superb South African wines.
Choose from the twin-bedded Deluxe with shower, the double-bedded Deluxe with bath; or the twin or double-bedded Luxury suites, both with baths. All of the suites are transformed from elegant, spacious lounges by day, into sanctuaries of comfort and slumber by night.
Itinerary
Pretoria to Cape Town Route
Day 1 : Depart Pretoria
Registration and check-in for The Blue Train begins in The Pretoria Station Lounge at 10:00am. Guests enjoy pre-departure snacks and drinks. On boarding, butlers usher guests to their suites for their suite orientation before departure at noon. Canapes will be served on departure, followed by lunch. Enjoy the scenery and settle into your luxury surroundings. An elegant dinner awaits you later in the evening; guests can enjoy post-dinner drinks, cognacs and Cuban cigars in the Club Car before retiring to bed.
Day 2 : Kimberley Station
Full breakfast is served in the dining car or in-suite. The Blue Train will arrive at Kimberley Station, guests disembark and gather at the railway museum, from where you will be ushered to a bus to transfer to the Kimberley Open Mine Museum. Enjoy a tour of the interesting and historical sites, you will also be taken onto an enclosed ramp on the edge of the Big Hole. Return to Kimberley Station where you will be greeted with a glass of sherry and continue your journey Southbound to Cape Town. Once onboard and departed enjoy lunch. High Tea will be served at 4:30pm in the Non-Smoking lounge car followed by an elegant dinner later in the evening.
Day 3 : Arrive Cape Town
Breakfast will be served in the dining car this morning. At 6.00pm The Blue Train arrives at Cape Town Station. Butlers usher guests to the Blue Train Lounge where your journey ends.
Cape Town to Pretoria Route
Day 1 : Depart Cape Town
Registration and check-in for The Blue Train begins at 10:00 am at The Cape Town Station Lounge. Guests enjoy pre-departure snacks and drinks. Boarding commences at 1.15 pm, butlers usher guests to their suites for their suite orientation. Departure is schedule to 12.00 pm where a High Tea awaits you followed by an elegant dinner later in the evening; guests can enjoy post-dinner drinks, cognacs and Cuban cigars in the Club Car before retiring to bed.
Day 2 : Kimberley Station
Full breakfast is served in the dining car or in-suite. In the afternoon enjoy lunch before The Blue Train arrives at Kimberley Station, guests disembark and gather at the railway museum, from where you will be ushered to a bus to transfer to the Kimberley Open Mine Museum. Enjoy a tour of the interesting and historical sites; you will also be taken onto an enclosed ramp on the edge of the Big Hole. Return to Kimberley Station where you will be greeted with a glass of sherry and continue your journey Northbound to Pretoria. Once onboard enjoy an elegant dinner later in the evening.
Day 3 : Arrive Pretoria
Breakfast will be served in the dining car this morning. Relax on board and enjoy the scenery before lunch onboard. At 6:00 pm The Blue Train arrives at Pretoria Station. Butlers usher guests to the Arrival Lounge where your journey ends.
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Pricing
Pricing (per person), AUD
TYPE |
TWIN from |
SINGLE from |
EXTRA from |
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2024 |
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1 Oct – 15 Nov |
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Deluxe Suite |
AU$3,640 |
AU$5,460 |
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Luxury Suite |
AU$4,600 |
AU$6,895 |
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16 Nov – 31 Dec |
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Deluxe Suite |
AU$2,950 |
AU$4,425 |
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| Luxury Suite |
AU$3,765 |
AU$5,645 |
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2025 |
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1 Jan – 31 Aug; 16 Nov – 31 Dec |
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Deluxe Suite |
AU$3,210 |
AU$4,815 |
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Luxury Suite |
AU$4,095 |
AU$6,140 |
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1 Sep – 15 Nov |
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Deluxe Suite |
AU$3,960 |
AU$5,940 |
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| Luxury Suite |
AU$5,000 |
AU$7,500 |
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2024
1 Oct – 15 Nov
Deluxe Suite
Twin: from $3640
Single: from $ 5460
Luxury Suite
Twin: from $4600
Single: from $ 6895
16 Nov – 31 Dec
Deluxe Suite
Twin: from $2950
Single: from $ 4425
Luxury Suite
Twin: from $3765
Single: from $ 5645
2025
1 Jan – 31 Aug; 16 Nov – 31 Dec
Deluxe Suite
Twin: from $3210
Single: from $ 4815
Luxury Suite
Twin: from $4095
Single: from $ 6140
1 Sep – 15 Nov
Deluxe Suite
Twin: from $3960
Single: from $ 5940
Luxury Suite
Twin: from $5000
Single: from $ 7500
Departs
| 2024 | 2025 |
| Pretoria to Cape Town | Pretoria to Cape Town |
| 28 Oct | 6, 13, 27 Jan |
| 4, 11, 18 Nov | 3, 10, 17, 24 Feb |
| 2, 9, 16 Dec | 10, 17, 24 Mar |
| Cape Town to Pretoria | 7, 14, 21 Apr |
| 31 Oct | 5, 12 May |
| 7, 14, 21 Nov | 7, 14, 21 Jul |
| 5, 12, 19 Dec | 11, 18, 25 Aug |
| 8, 15, 22 Sep | |
| 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct | |
| 3, 10, 17 Nov | |
| 1, 8, 15 Dec | |
| Cape Town to Pretoria | |
| 9, 16, 30 Jan | |
| 6, 13, 20, 27 Feb | |
| 13, 20, 27 Mar | |
| 10, 17, 24 Apr | |
| 8, 15 May | |
| 10, 17, 24 Jul | |
| 14, 21, 28 Aug | |
| 11, 18, 25 Sep | |
| 9, 16, 23, 30 Oct | |
| 6, 13, 20 Nov | |
| 4, 11, 18 Dec |
Included
- Rail journey
- 2 nights’ accommodation onboard in your selected category
- All meals (B, L, D) onboard including high tea on Day 2
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages including Cognacs
- 24-hour butler service
- Room service except for the specialty menu
- Shared Kimberley Diamond Mine Museum tour
- Cuban cigars
- Limited laundry
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Not Included
- Caviar and French champagne
- Gratuities; recommended ZAR 100 to 200 per person per day
Important Notes
- Please enquire about pricing for children (6 to 11 years)
- Luggage storage in your suite is limited; excess luggage will be stored in the luggage car
- During the day, the dress code on board is smart casual
- For dinner, men are requested to wear a jacket or waistcoat and ladies’ elegant evening wear
Please refer to World Journeys terms & conditions
