- Home >
- Destinations >
- South Africa >
Call: 020 7843 3500 Enquire Now Enquire Now
Call: 020 7843 3500 Enquire Now Enquire Now
A bygone era can be relived aboard a luxurious train journey, taking travellers through the spectacular African countryside in style. A variety of spectacular passages are on offer from voyages from both Cape Town & the Victoria Falls to Pretoria, the Kruger Park to Durban and along the famed Garden Route. The emphasis is on style, grandeur and service, ensuring an unforgettable experience. A great addition to any South African itinerary.
Take a trip on the Blue Train, a moving and spectacularly comfortable five-star hotel offering every modern element of style and comfort. Each suite has a specially-made bed and either an ensuite bath or shower room with gold fittings and marble tiles, with each compartment also having its own specially-designated butler!
Or take a journey with Rovos Rail, a more leisurely and bygone version of the Blue Train, which is wonderful for those with the time and budget. Renowned as one of the most luxurious trains in the world, Each of the 36 beautifully and meticulously renovated suites has a proud history which is evident in its traditional furnishings and period décor.
Trains operate all year round. Please contact us for schedules and itineraries.
Kenya has announced that international flights to and from the country will resume from 1 August 2020.
Read moreRwanda has announced that tourism will restart in the country from the 17 June 2020.
Read moreIn our latest blog, our experts reveal the places they'd love to visit post-lockdown.
Read moreAs lockdown measures are slowly lifted, we work closely with you to create bespoke, luxury holidays to East & Southern Africa with greater flexibility & stringent measures for a safe holiday.
Read moreWith the decrease of COVID-19 cases across the country, the United Republic of Tanzania has announced that tourism will restart in Tanzania from 18 May 2020.
Read moreAfrica Travel Director, Chris Wain has been featured as an Africa specialist in the 2020 Conde Nast Traveller World's Best Travel Specialist list.
Read moreAs part of their community empowerment initiative Wilderness Safaris Rwanda supports Bisate villages with food parcels and salaries for staff.
Read moreIn this blog we take a look at some of Africa's most one of a kind camps and lodges
Read moreOur top tips on how to make sure you have the best self-drive safari experience possible.
Read moreDiscover Kenya's greatest destinations for an unforgettable safari experience.
Read moreFrom the time you step into the pre-departure lounge, you know this is serious luxury with attention to every detail that will make your journey comfortable. Incorporate the train ride to go from one location to another.
Africa Travel is the UK's premier specialist dealing with travel to Africa, but we aren't just a website or a call centre, we are a boutique, owner-run company with personal connections to many of the owners of the properties we feature.
Whether you seek a spectacular safari holiday, a blissful beach break, a cultural escapade, or something else entirely, there is no one better equipped to deal with your requests than Africa Travel.
All flights and flight-inclusive holidays on this website are financially protected by the ATOL scheme. Our ATOL number is 3384 www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificate
Please complete the below details so that we can forward you a personalised holiday quotation