Cape Town to Kruger: Luxury South African Rail Journey

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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
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Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Safari
  • Trains & Rail
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Wine Tasting

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Itinerary

Day 1 : International outbound flight

Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Cape Town.

Day 2 : Cape Town

On arrival in Cape Town you will be met by one of our representatives who will guide you through customs before you are picked up by a private vehicle and transferred to your accommodation.You will have a quick turnaround for your half day city tour, where you can get...

Day 3 : Cape Town

This morning you will meet in the heart of Cape Town to have a walking tour of the city with a local guide. This tour is a great experience to hear first hand what it was like to live through Apartheid. Your guide will also cover the various historical buildings and a...

Day 4 : Cape Town

Today will be spent exploring the Cape Peninsula. A private guide will collect you early in the morning as you head off on the spectacular drive through Chapmanâs Peak and on down to Cape Point, stopping to enjoy the pristine beaches along the peninsula. On the way ba...

Day 5 : Cape Town

You will be collected by your private guide today and will spend the day exploring the Winelands just outside Cape Town. There are numerous farms and vineyards to explore and there are some excellent tasting opportunities available.Your tasting at Waterford is quite unique as local wines are paired with chocolate.

Day 6 : Cape Town

You will be transferred to the train station this morning to board the famous Rovos Rail as it departs from Cape Town heading through the Winelands to the historical village of Matjiesfontein where you can leave the train for a tour of the town. The journey continues through dinner as you head toward Pretoria.

Day 7 : Cape Town

Today will be a full day on the Rovos Rail as you visit Kimberley. From the station you will take an electric tram to the city centre where you can visit the Big Hole and the local museum before reboarding the train.

Day 8 : Johannesburg

Today you will arrive into Pretoria around midday. You will be met at the station and driven to Johannesburg where you will stay overnight.

Day 9 : The Sabi Sand Wildtuin

This morning your driver will collect you from your hotel and transfer you to Johannesburg airport for your light aircraft flight to the Sabi Sand Wildtuin.When you land on the strip, your ranger will meet you and drive you back to the lodge. This afternoon enjoy your...

Day 10 : The Sabi Sand Wildtuin

There are two game drives each day, one in the early morning and the second in the late afternoon. After your early morning game drive you will arrive back at the lodge for a filling brunch. The rest of the day you have at leisure until the afternoon and your second g...

Day 11 : The Sabi Sand Wildtuin

Enjoy another day on safari today. A real highlight is to take a guided bush walk to gain a true perspective of the fauna and flora around you. The walks are carried out by specially trained and qualified game rangers and make for a wonderful experience.

Day 12 : International return flight

You will be transferred back to the landing strip today and you will fly back to Johannesburg by light aircraft to meet your onward flight for your return journey back home.

Day 13 : International return flight

Arrive home today to complete your journey.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $10,142
Price per day$780
Last Updated: 1/11/2022

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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