There are few places left on the globe that showcase the world at its most wild, but if it is an epic adventure you seek, there is no better place than Africa. A continent filled with majestic wildlife and breathtaking terrain, Africa sets the backdrop for luxury vacations like none other.
Travel through South Africa aboard some of the world's most impressive trains, including the Blue Train and Rovos Rail, to places like Cape Town on the Cape Peninsula, Kimberley - famous for its diamond-mining past, and historic Johannesburg. Find yourself amongst the "Big Five" while on safari in protected parklands like Kruger and amidst awe-inspiring scenery while following the Garden Route. Vacations By Rail puts these locations and more at your fingertips, utilizing more than 20 years of experience to create African itineraries filled with the unexpected.
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Discover the highlights of South Africa as we journey aboard the luxurious Blue Train from Cape Town to Pretoria. Beginning in Cape Town, ride to the top of Table Mountain, meet the friendly African penguins of Boulders Bay, and sample wines amid the scenic Stellenbosch Valley winelands. This spectacular holiday includes two nights on the...
Embark on an exceptional voyage of discovery, encountering South Africa's abundant wildlife and epic scenery, aboard Rovos Rail's Pride of Africa, one of the world's greatest luxury trains. This extraordinary journey includes safaris into three of South Africa's top wildlife reserves - the world-acclaimed Kruger National Park, Hluhluwe Park,...
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A spectacular journey awaits as you connect Cape Town and Pretoria with the world-famous Blue Train. Spend some time in Cape Town, called the "Mother City," and discover the majesty of Table Mountain while surrounded by stunning landscapes. Then, prepare for a truly lavish railway experience as you board the Blue Train, relaxing in the lap of...
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Experience the golden age of travel aboard Rovos Rail, one of the most luxurious trains in the world, on this once-in-a-lifetime, epic journey. Beginning in Dar Es Salaam, travel through the incredible landscapes of Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Pretoria and Cape Town. Along the way, visit the iconic Table Mountain, experience game drives and...
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