The Blue Train - Africa
Weaving a distinctive thread of blue across the tapestry of South Africa's captivating landscape, The Blue Train has become synonymous with the ultimate in luxury and personal service.
Luxury takes on a new dimension with The Blue Train with a journey that is defined by personal attention and devotion to detail. Relax as you depart on the 27 hour journey between Cape Town's monolithic Table Mountain and the jacaranda-lined streets of Pretoria. Southbound, off-the train excursions include the diamond town of Kimberley where one can explore the Big Hole and the Diamond Museum. Northbound, stop at Matjiesfontein from where guests will be transferred to Aquila for lunch and a visit to their Cheetah project.
Inclusions
- Travel and overnight twin share or double accommodation on-board the train. Bed preference (double or single) to be specified when booking as double beds are limited.
- All meals, high tea, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) excluding French champagne, caviar
- Off-the train excursions
Accommodation Types
There are 2 grades of compartments and all include:
- Individual butler per coach, available 24 hours a day
- Bathroom amenities
- Personal safe
- Wardrobe
- Individually controlled air conditioning
- Remote controlled television
- Bottled mineral water.
De Luxe Suite
The De Luxe Suite offers a choice between twin beds with a shower and or double bed with a bath.
Luxury Suite
The Luxury Suite is more spacious, offering a choice between twin or double bed with bath facilities. Luxury suites also boast a selection of compact discs and movies on DVD.
Itineraries
Pretoria to Cape Town Route 2 days/1 night
Cape Town to Pretoria Route 2 days/1 night
Departures
Selected Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays January - December 2012
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