Adventure World NZ
Experience the extravagant elegance of rail travel on Rovos Rail, one of the most luxurious trains in the world, combining the opulence of pre-war travel with subtle modern innovations.
Two night trip including Kimberley, the Big Hole, Diamond Museum and Majiesfontein.
The Pride of Africa departs Rovos Rail’s Station in Capital Park Guests may freshen up in their suites before joining fellow travellers in the midway Lounge car or Observation carriage at the rear of the train. Dinner is served in the dining car/s.
Breakfast is served in the dining car/s until 09h45. Ten minutes before arriving in Kimberley there is a shallow lake on the right hand side facing forward. On most occasions there are spectacular flocks of Flamingos (approx. 23 000). Arrive in Kimberley. Guests disembark and proceed by coach/combi for a tour of the city, the “ Big Hole “ and the Mine Museum. Depart Kimberley. Lunch is served in the dining car/s. Dinner will be served in the dining car/s.
There is an opportunity to disembark the Train at Whitehill siding and walk or jog the 5 kilometres into Matjisefontein. The Train Manager or a member of staff will accompany you. Comfortable walking or running shoes are essential. The train arrives at Matjiesfontein where you will have a chance to stroll through this historic settlement. Of special interest is the museum on the platform and a collection of historic cars and railway carriages to the right of the Hotel. Breakfast will be served in the dining car/s between 07h00 and 10h00. We depart Matjiesfontein passing through Tweedside and Touws River. At 12h00 we reach the first of four tunnels which take us through the Hex River Pass. The second tunnel is 13.5kms long so please be careful if you are walking through the train. If you are in your suite you may wish to turn on a light. Lunch will be served as we pass through the Hex River Valley and the town of Worcester. Arrival at Platform 24 Cape Town Station where our journey ends.
Rovos Rail has two trains of 20 painstakingly restored coaches, half of which date back to the twenties and thirties. Each train can accommodate up to 72 passengers in 36 superbly appointed suites.
Royal Suites fill half a carriage at 16 square metres and additionally include full bathrooms with Victorian bath and separate shower.
Deluxe Suites occupy 11 square metres with three to a carriage and include en-suite bathroom.
Pullman Suites are seven square metres with five to a carriage and include en-suite bathroom.
* All prices shown are for low season, per person, twin share. Click here to see full Terms & Conditions.
Includes: Accommodation in a pullman suite, all meals and beverages on board, guided sightseeing excursions, entrance fees, 24-hour room service and limited laundry service. Prices for other cabin types are available on request.
Departures: From Pretoria - some Wed and Fri. From Cape Town - some Mon and Sat.
Lavish rail travel
Spectacular and varied itineraries
Gourmet cuisine
Excellent service
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