Travelling on the Rovos Rail is partly a luxurious and grand way to cross the continent of Africa and the chance to experience some living history.
All of the carriages are restored rolling stock from a bygone era of rail travel, and the dark wood and period fittings of your cabin will take you back to a time when the journey was as important as the destination.
Whether you are getting to know your fellow passengers in the convivial surroundings of the observation car, or enjoying a sumptuous dinner with the finest silver service, your time on the train will pass all too quickly.
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Tour ideas in Cape Town
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Rovos Rail as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
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Masai Mara & South Africa with a Madagascar cruise
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Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favourite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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The Blue Train
Cape Town
Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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A journey aboard The Blue Train
A journey aboard The Blue Train
Travel between Pretoria and Cape Town aboard the Blue Train to experience one of South Africa鈥檚 finest rail journeys. You鈥檒l pass through mountains, farmland, and vineyards, pausing to explore old diamond-mining towns en route.
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A journey on Rovos Rail
A journey on Rovos Rail
Travel across Southern Africa in the restored trains of Rovos Rail. With several luxury journeys to choose from, you can explore the regions that most interest you in both comfort and style.
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Cape Town city tour
Cape Town city tour
Take a guided tour of the 鈥淢other City鈥�. You鈥檒l visit the Castle of Good Hope, the Parliament Buildings, and the brightly painted Bo-Kaap district for a grounding in the city鈥檚 history and culture, as well as riding the rotating cable car up to Table Mountain鈥檚 summit.
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Cape Town and nearby places
- Constantia 8 miles away
- The Cape Peninsula 24 miles away
- Stellenbosch 25 miles away
- The Winelands 33 miles away
- Paarl 34 miles away
- Franschhoek 41 miles away
- The Whale Coast 59 miles away
- Hermanus 59 miles away
- Langebaan 62 miles away
- De Kelders 70 miles away