ROVOS RAIL, SAFARI & FALLS

Introduction

A spectacular holiday combining the romance of rail travel onboard Rovos Rail, one of the world’s most luxurious trains, the pristine wilderness of South Africa’s Kruger National Park, iconic Table Mountain in Cape Town, and the majesty of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.

Explore the exhilarating sights of Cape Town and the Cape Peninsular, enjoy Big 5 safari game drives in Kruger National Park, experience the attention to detail and classic vintage carriages of Rovos Rail as you glide through the stunning scenery to your final stop - the breath-taking Victoria Falls.

Day-by-Day

Day 1 - 3: Cape Town

The scenically beautiful city of Cape Town rests between the iconic Table Mountain and the rugged coast-line stretching out towards the Cape Peninsular. Spend three nights at Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, explore the city and it’s surrounds with a city tour including a cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain for breath-taking views over the Atlantic Seaboard and Robben Island. Head out on a full day tour to Cape Point seeing the trendy seaside towns, mountain trails and the famous penguin colony at Boulders Beach.

Day 4 - 6: Sabi Sands Private Reserve, Kruger National Park

Slow the pace as you escape the city and head to the pristine wilderness of Kruger National Park, where Africa’s Big 5 roam freely. Spend three nights at Lion Sands River Lodge in the private reserve of Sabi Sands for an unforgettable experience, where exclusive game drives and bush walks provide an intimate glimpse into the natural patterns of it’s wild inhabitants.

Day 7: Pretoria

The pretty tree-lined streets of Pretoria are adorned with historic buildings and monuments, this university town is buzzing with music and sports festivals. Spend one night surrounded by the landscaped gardens and olive trees of the elegant Castello Di Monte – a palatial Tuscan Villa in the upmarket Waterkloof Ridge Suburb.

Day 8 - 10: Rovos Rail, Pretoria to Victoria Falls

Rest, relaxation and indulgence awaits as you step aboard the vintage wood-panelled coaches of Rovos Rail, where the romance of a bygone era, fine cuisine in five-star luxury, ensure this experience will be one to treasure. Travel north along one of the worlds longest stretches of straight railway line, through Zimbabwe, before stopping at Hwange National Park for an incredible safari game drive, before continuing to the incomparable Victoria Falls.

Day 11 & 12: Victoria Falls

Arrive gracefully into Victoria Falls, where the magnificence of nature is on full show. Hear the thunderous sound as the water plummets over 100 metres into the Batoka Gorge while the spray shoots skyward like billowing clouds. Stay at Elephant Camp on a private concession just 10 km from the falls and with the National Park. Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, sundowners at Batoka Gorge, game drives, a guided tour of the falls and a falls canopy tour are all included in your stay.

Day 13: Departure

Transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for your flight back to the UK.

Prices

From £7,899 per person

Truly Individual Holiday Includes:

• International flights from the UK in Economy
• Internal flights
• 9 nights hotel or lodge accommodation
• 3 nights on-board Rovos Rail, Pullman Suite
• Game drives in Sabi Sands Private Reserve, Victoria Falls National Park & Hwange National Park
• Full board Sabi Sands, Victoria Falls and onboard Rovos
• Cape Town & Cape Point Tours
• Guided tour, sunset cruise and sundowner excursion at Victoria Falls
• VIP meet and greet
• Transfers and taxes

Price based on two people sharing accommodation. Any element of this holiday can be tailor-made to suit you. Simply enquire below!