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Rovos Rail
Since its establishment in 1989, the
RAIL five star Rovos Rail has earned an
JOURNEY enviable reputation and is arguably
the most luxurious train in the
world. Its Edwardian coaches have been painstakingly
restored to period elegance and the glorious age of
stylish train travel is beautifully captured.
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Rovos Rail offers an excellent
range of scheduled journeys and
annual trips throughout Africa,
with a choice of three classes of
cabin.
CAPE TOWN TO PRETORIA
Experience the beauty of South
Africa in 1000 miles. This popular
route is a two night journey
through the grasslands of the
gold-rich Highveld, the vast Great
Karoo, spectacular mountains
and charming Winelands. Watch
the diverse landscapes pass by
from the enlarged windows and
open balconies of the glorious
Observation Car. Enjoy a refreshing
drink at leisure from this prime
viewing point before dining on
fresh, local cuisine in an elegant
pre-1940 Dining Car. Stop to visit a
traditional village and the Kimberley
‘Big Hole’ diamond mine. This
route also operates in reverse from
Pretoria to Cape Town.
PRETORIA TO VICTORIA FALLS
A real highlight awaits at the start
of your journey - even before you
board the magnificent train. Trains
depart from Rovos Rail Station in
Pretoria, a grand colonial-style
station that was once the bustling
hub of steam locomotion in the
province. Take time to visit the
busy roofed workshop before
boarding the elegant woodpanelled
coaches. On board, cross
the Tropic of Capricorn, the dry
reaches of Botswana and travel
past game-rich Hwange Game
Reserve as you follow an historic
and diverse route to the mighty
Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River.
This route also operates in reverse
from Victoria Falls to Pretoria.
PRETORIA TO DURBAN
Combine luxury travel with a
region of incredible biodiversity
on this two night adventure.
Experience a Big Five private
bush retreat at the Nambiti
Conservancy in KwaZulu-Natal
and embark on a thrilling game
drive, then visit Spionkop Lodge
situated on an expansive game
farm. An excursion to an African
ceramics centre provides the
opportunity to learn about Zulu
culture, and take a tour of the
battlefields with a world class
historian. After enlightening
days, swap stories in the sociable
Lounge Car before retiring to your
private, spacious suite. This route
also operates in reverse from
Durban to Pretoria.
Annual journeys include:
Cape Town to Dar es Salaam;
Pretoria to Swakopmund; African
Golf Collage from Pretoria to
Cape Town via Malalane, Durban,
Bloemfontein, Port Elizabeth and
George; and a golf safari from
Pretoria to Phalaborwa, Hluhluwe,
Durban, Ladysmith and Sun City.
Prices and departure dates are
available on request.
PRICES
Prices per person including
all meals, all alcoholic and
non-alcoholic beverages and
sightseeing from:
h Pretoria - Cape Town
or vice versa: £1165
h Pretoria - Victoria Falls
or vice versa: £1335
h Pretoria - Durban
or vice versa: £1165
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Recapturing the romance of a bygone age, diesel or electric locomotives are used at various stages of
the journey. Two dining cars serve 72 guests in one sitting with a smart casual dress code during the day
and formal wear in the evening (jacket and tie for gentlemen). The Observation Car at the rear of the
train has large windows and an open-air platform, and a small smoking lounge in the adjoining coach.
Each of the 36 spacious cabin suites has air-conditioning, double or twin beds, minibar, writing desk
and en suite bathroom with shower, hairdryer and shaver plug. Royal Suites each occupy half a carriage,
with a private lounge area and Victorian bath and separate shower. Deluxe Suites have a lounge area.
Pullman Suites have a double or bunk beds – converted during the day to a seating cabin.
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uk DEPARTURES
PRETORIA TO CAPE TOWN
Most Fridays and selected
Wednesdays - please call for
details.
CAPE TOWN TO PRETORIA
Most Mondays and selected
Sundays - please call for details.
PRETORIA TO VICTORIA FALLS
Fortnightly every Thursday -
please call for details.
VICTORIA FALLS TO PRETORIA
Fortnightly every Sunday - please
call for details.
PRETORIA TO DURBAN
Available on request.
DURBAN TO PRETORIA
Available on request.
NEED TO KNOW
MEAL PLAN h All meals on board
the train are included, plus
scheduled sightseeing activities.
TRAVEL TIPS h All meals are served
in one sitting only in the charming
Victorian atmosphere of the
Dining Cars. Many of the
passengers enjoy the formality of
fine china, crisp linen and silver,
and dress accordingly. During the
day dress is more casual, with
cool, comfortable clothes and hats
recommended for the excursions,
especially in the game reserves
where it can be very hot.
NAMIBIA
Swakopmund
ATLANTIC
OCEAN
Cape Town
BOTSWANA
Kimberley
SOUTH
AFRICA
George
Sun City
Johannesburg
Victoria Falls
ZIMBABWE
Ladysmith
LESOTHO
Port Elizabeth
Kruger N. P.
Pretoria Komatipoort
SWAZILAND
Hluhluwe
Drakensberg Mountains
Durban
INDIAN
OCEAN
IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION: The price we confirm at the time of booking is the price we guarantee. Prices vary depending on the date you wish to travel and the elements included in your package.
Please read p201-205 before you book your holiday. For further information and to tailor make your holiday, please call us or go to www.kuoni.co.uk for the best available price.