Incredible South Africa with Rovos Luxury Train

Johannesburg, 3 safaris in a Private Game Reserve, Petoria, 3 nights aboard Rovos Luxury Train & Cape Town.

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Small Group Tour
Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout
DeparturesGroup Size6 travelers max
ThemesGrand Tours, Nature & Wildlife, Rail Journeys
Activity Level
What to Expect
This moderately-paced, partially escorted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness. This tour also includes long scenic drives between destinations, sometimes on bumpy unpaved roads and may have limited rest stops.
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From Johannesburg’s metropolis and a safari in a private game reserve to old-style charm on board the Rovos Rail luxury train and the mother city of Cape Town, this South African experience is perfect for those seeking a truly upscale travel adventure. Enjoy the excitement of dawn and dusk game drives in search of the Big Five, and enjoy a break for morning coffee or an afternoon sundowner drink in the bush. Relax as your train journeys through the beautiful countryside heading south, stopping at Kimberly to visit the Big Hole and Diamond Mine Museum. In Cape Town, beauty is all around dominated by the majestic Table Mountain, where you can sample great food and some of the best wine in the world. All the while, travel in a small group of no more than 6, and stay in 5-star, luxury hotels and game lodges. Treat yourself to South Africa in style!

Want even more iconic Africa?  See out Incredible South Africa with Rovos Luxury Train and Victoria Falls!

Package includes

  • Flights
  • Train
  • Coach
  • Transfers
  • Hotel
  • Meals
  • Guides
  • Round-trip flights New York including taxes & fees
  • All intra- flights & ground transportation
  • 11 nights in deluxe hotels and deluxe suite on board Rovos Rail
  • 25 meals: 11 lavish breakfasts, 6 lunches, 8 dinners
  • Comprehensive touring program including entrance fees
  • Wine with welcome and farewell dinners, sundowner local drinks on game safari, all drinks on board Rovos Rail
  • Professional English-speaking tour guides

Optional add-ons

  • Flights from other cities are available. Request pricing when making your reservation.
  • Half day Cape Point tour

Why you'll love it

  • Gain an in-depth perspective of South Africa's tempestuous past with visits to Johannesburg’s Soweto and Constitution Hill.
  • Get up close and personal with African wildlife on 3 game drives at a private game reserve.
  • Journey luxuriously through South Africa’s stunning countryside aboard Rovos Rail, among the world’s most deluxe rail experiences.
  • Learn about the history of South African diamond mining with stops at the Diamond Mine Museum and the Big Hole.
  • Ascend by cable car to the top of Table Mountain, Cape Town's most striking landmark.
  • Travel through the South African winelands and learn about the wine-making process while enjoying tastings and cellar tours.

Itinerary at a Glance

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Detailed Itinerary

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Day 1 Depart USA

  • Depart New York on your overnight flight to Johannesburg

Day 2 Arrive Johannesburg

  • Arrive in Johannesburg, South Africa and transfer to your hotel
  • Remainder of the day at leisure
  • Enjoy a welcome dinner

54 on BathDinner

Day 3 Johannesburg

  • Full Day Johannesburg City Tour
  • Visit Constitution Hill, a living museum that tells the story of South Africa's journey to democracy
  • Evening at leisure

54 on BathBreakfast

Day 4 Private Game Reserve

  • Depart Johannesburg for the South African bush via a domestic flight
  • Afternoon game drive

Kapama River Lodge, Kapama Southern Camp or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 5 Private Game Reserve

  • Morning game drive
  • Afternoon game drive

Kapama River Lodge, Kapama Southern Camp or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 6 Panorama Route to Pretoria

  • Drive along the legendary Panorama Route, including the famous Blyde River Canyon

Ivory Manor Boutique HotelBreakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 7 Rovos Rail

  • Transfer to Rovos Rail station in Pretoria for a champagne reception
  • Transfer to Rovos Rail station Mayerton Station to board Rovos Rail

Rovos Rail Luxury TrainBreakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 8 Rovos Rail

  • Kimberley sightseeing of The Big Hole
  • Diamond Mine Museum

Rovos Rail Luxury TrainBreakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 9 Rovos Rail

  • Visit the historical village of Matjiesfontein
  • Optional 5km walk from Whitehill Siding into Matjiesfontein

Rovos Rail Luxury TrainBreakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 10 Arrive Cape Town

  • Arrive to Cape Town
  • Half-Day Cape Town City Tour with Table Mountain

Queen Victoria HotelBreakfast

Day 11 Cape Town

  • Winelands tour

Queen Victoria Hotel or similarBreakfast

Day 12 Cape Town

  • Day at leisure or join an optional Cape Point tour
  • Farewell dinner at a local restaurant

Queen Victoria HotelBreakfast & dinner

Day 13 Depart Cape Town

  • Transfer to the airport for your flight home
  • Your memorable South African adventure ends as you touch down tomorrow morning in New York

Breakfast

Hotels

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