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Cape Town, the Blue Train & Kruger National Park (Vacations by Rail)
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10 Days
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$4595
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Cape Town, the Blue Train & Kruger National Park
 DISCOVER THE HIGHLIGHTS OF SOUTH AFRICA WITH A RAIL JOURNEY ON THE LUXURIOUS BLUE TRAIN FROM PRETORIA TO CAPE TOWN.
Watch as the highlights of South Africa unfold before your eyes on this unforgettable journey from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Enjoy amazing views from the Flying Dutchman Funicular Railroad, taste the flavorful wines of the Franschhoek and Stellenbosch valleys and take in the unique offerings of Cape Town. A hotel on wheels, the iconic Blue Train takes us even further into South Africa, all the while offering luxurious amenities and memorable vistas of mountains, wine country, old diamond mines and more. The train arrives in Pretoria with even more excitement lying ahead. Our time in Kruger will have no shortage of opportunities to spot wild game and soak in the exotic beauty of the protected land. From the cultural epicenter of Cape Town to the wild of Kruger, there is much to see on this memorable trip.
Highlights:
* Rail travel on the iconic Blue Train (2 nights on train)
* Scenic rail excursion on the Flying Dutchman Railroad
* Hotel accommodations for 7 nights
* 18 meals including, including a 'Boerebraai' lunch in Stellenbosch
* Visit to Table Mountain and Cape Point
* Boulders Bay excursion to visit the penguin colony
* Tour of Kimberley with visit to 'The Big Hole' Mine Museum
* Two full-day game drives in Kruger National Park
* Transportation by deluxe motorcoach
* Services of a professional tour escort and knowledgeable local guides for touring |
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Shongololo Express - The Good Hope Adventure (Vacations by Rail)
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15 Days
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$7961
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Shongololo Express - The Good Hope Adventure
 THIS 15-DAY RAIL ADVENTURE ABOARD THE FAMED SHONGOLOLO EXPRESS TRAVERSES GREAT STRETCHES OF SOUTHERN AFRICA, INCORPORATING VIRTUALLY EVERY INTERNATIONALLY REGARDED MUST-SEE SIGHT AND HIGHLIGHT.
This grand 15-day journey offers a golfing and non-golfing itinerary with an amazing insight into virtually every well-known destination in South Africa. Starting in Cape Town with a city tour, board the train and traverse the winelands to Worcester. Travel by road over scenic mountain passes to Hermanus*, once a renowned whaling station, followed by a spectacular meander along the Garden Route to the natural paradise of Knysna* to enjoy a lagoon ferry ride to Featherbed Nature Reserve. Crossing the Outeniqua Mountains, arrive in Oudtshoorn to visit an ostrich farm and the incredible Cango Caves.
After tours around the historic town of Kimberley’s Diamond Mine Museum* and Bloemfontein (the city of roses), the train arrives at Spionkop* for a battlefields tour. On day nine, arrive in Durban* and enjoy the markets or spiritual sites before visiting the world-heritage site, St Lucia Wetland Park. Next, explore Hluhluwe wildlife reserve and the Kingdom of Swaziland*, followed by a trip through the Drakensberg Mountains to the Kruger Park* and the historical areas of Pilgrim’s Rest, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and God’s Window.
On the final day, arrive at Rovos Rail Station and continue on a tour of Pretoria or Johannesburg and Soweto.
*Golf Courses (optional): Arabella Golf Estate, Ernie Els Oubaai, Fancourt, Kimberley Golf Club, Champagne Sports Resort, Durban Country Club, Zimbali, Nkonyeni Golf Nelspruit/Leopard Creek/White River.
Available in reverse.
Tour options available at an additional charge: pre-tour arrival accommodations and meals, as well as optional excursions throughout.
Highlights:
* Accommodations onboard the train for 14 nights
* Breakfast and dinner daily
* Sightseeing excursions per itinerary
* Arrival and departure transfers between airport and train
Tour options available at an additional charge: pre-tour arrival accommodations and meals, as well as optional excursions throughout. |
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South African Adventure (Vacations by Rail)
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15 Days
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$8995
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South African Adventure
 ALL ABOARD THE PRIDE OF AFRICA FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE JOURNEY THROUGH SOUTH AFRICA’S MOST BEAUTIFUL GAME PARKS AND AN INTRODUCTION TO THE BEAUTIFUL REGION SURROUNDING CAPE TOWN.
Perhaps the wildest country remaining in the modern world, Africa is the destination for this incredible journey. The tour takes us through South Africa, where wild game preserves, national parks, and grand cities can be found hand-in-hand. Arrive in Johannesburg and transfer to nearby Pretoria, where we board Africa’s premier luxury train, the Pride of Africa, for a 9-night excursion along the southern coastline to Cape Town. Along the way, enjoy stops in Kruger National Park, Hluhluwe Game Reserve, Spionkop Battlefields, Addo Elephant Park and Featherbed Nature Reserve. From seeing Africa’s Big Five to riding through the scenic Cape Fold Mountains while being wined and dined in pure luxury, the time on this train is truly memorable. As we arrive in Cape Town, the lavish experience continues. We sip wine in the Franschhoek and Stellenbosch valleys, ride a cable car up Table Mountain, ferry to Robben Island and even embark on one more scenic rail adventure aboard the Flying Dutchman Funicular Railway. A South African adventure with a cosmopolitan flair, this 15-day journey cannot be beat.
*Itinerary for November 4, 2021 departure operates in reverse and is 16 days in duration
Highlights:
* Rail travel on the Pride of Africa (9 nights on train)
* Scenic rail excursion on the Flying Dutchman funicular railroad
* Hotel accommodations for 5 nights
* 36 meals including 14 breakfasts, 12 lunches, and 10 dinners
* All wine, beer, and drinks on board the Pride of Africa
* Game drives in Kruger National Park, Mkhaya Game Reserve and Addo Elephant Park
* Guided tours of Durban and Spionkop
* Knysna’s Featherbed Nature Reserve
* Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
* Cape Town, Table Mountain and Robben Island
* Select transfers
* Services of a professional tour escort and knowledgeable local guides for touring |
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Magnificent Morocco & Moorish Spain (Vacations by Rail)
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13 Days
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$4495
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Magnificent Morocco & Moorish Spain
 DISCOVER THE CHARMS OF TWO NATIONS LOCATED ALONG THE STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR – SPAIN AND MOROCCO
Embark on a magnificent adventure uncovering the path of the ancient Moors, from the shores of seductive Spain to the magic of Morocco in northern Africa. Discover the charms of these two nations, and the majesty of their cultures and histories.
Highlights:
* First class rail travel on TGV Morocco from Tangier to Casablanca
* Hotel accommodations for 12 nights
* 25 meals including a farewell dinner in Marrakech
* Barcelona guided tour, including Sagrada Familia and Las Ramblas
* Seville guided tour, including the Plaza de España
* Enjoy tours of Fez, Rabat and Marrakech
* Atlas Mountains excursion with visit to an authentic Berber village
* Ferry transfer from Spain to Morocco
* Transportation by deluxe motorcoach
* Services of a professional tour escort and knowledgeable local guides for touring |
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Rovos Rail - Dar es Salaam - Cape Town (Vacations by Rail)
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15 Days
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$13200
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Rovos Rail - Dar es Salaam - Cape Town
 BOARD ROVOS RAIL FOR THE WORLD-FAMOUS JOURNEY THROUGH TANZANIA, ZAMBIA, ZIMBABWE, BOTSWANA AND SOUTH AFRICA.
This epic 15-day rail journey aboard Rovos Rail travels through Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana and South Africa and is one of the most famous train journeys in the world. Your sojourn begins in Dar es Salaam and travels into the Selous Game Reserve, the largest on the continent and a vision of timeless Africa. Descend into the Rift Valley and witness spectacular scenery as the train negotiates the tunnels, switchbacks and viaducts of the escarpment. After passing the Tanzania/Zambia border – almost the midpoint between Africa’s two Great Rift Valley lakes – guests can enjoy a bush walk at Chisimba Falls before crossing the mighty Zambezi for an overnight stay at the colonial Victoria Falls Hotel. Continue south through Botswana to the Madikwe Game Reserve for two nights before crossing the border into South Africa. Enjoy tours of Pretoria, the diamond-mining town of Kimberley and the historic village of Matjiesfontein before traveling the winelands to your journey's end in Cape Town.
Highlights:
* Overnight train travel aboard Rovos Rail (10 nights on train)
* All meals
* Hotel accommodations for 4 nights including a 2-night stay at Madikwe Game Reserve
* Game visit in the Selous Reserve
* Stroll in Makambako
* Excursion to Chisimba Falls
* Sunset cruise on Zambezi
* City tour of Pretoria
* Tour of Kimberly's Big Hole and Diamond Mine Museum
* Services of a train host throughout |
