Train Trips
STARTING FROM R40,324 per person sharing
- Reference Nr: PP-TH384429
- Book By: Mar 8, 2026
- Travel Between: 9 Mar `26 - 14 Mar `26
- Departure: Flight Package
Package Includes:
3 Nights' onboard the 5* Rovos Rail in a Deluxe Suite from Pretoria to Cape Town
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Snacks
Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages on board the train
Guided excursions and entrance fees as per itinerary
Limited laundry service
2-day car rental with Europcar on Group T (Toyota Vitz or similar) including Super Cover Damage waiver with unlimited kilometres per day
2 Nights' accommodation at the 5* Pepperclub Hotel in a Deluxe Studio Suite
Breakfast daily
One-way flight including airline levies from Cape Town to Johannesburg
SET DEPARTURE: 09 Mar '26 - 14 Mar '26
Rovos Rail Pretoria to Cape Town Itinerary:
DAY 1: PRETORIA | A GRAND DEPARTURE
Depart Rovos Rail Station in Pretoria and settle into your elegant suite. As the train glides across the goldfields of the Witwatersrand and the Highveld plains, enjoy lunch, afternoon tea, and a refined dinner served in the dining cars. Unwind in the lounge or observation car before an overnight journey toward Klerksdorp.
DAY 2: KIMBERLEY | DIAMONDS & HISTORY
Arrive in Kimberley for a guided visit to the Diamond Mine Museum and the iconic Big Hole. Meals are served on board as the journey continues through South Africa's historic heartland.
DAY 3: MATJIESFONTEIN | KAROO CHARM
Travel through the dramatic landscapes of the Karoo. Disembark at Matjiesfontein to explore this beautifully preserved Victorian village, or enjoy a guided walk in from Whitehill Siding. Back on board, savor afternoon tea and dinner as the train descends the escarpment toward the Cape.
DAY 4: CAPE TOWN | ARRIVAL IN THE MOTHER CITY
After breakfast, arrive at Cape Town Station. A Group T vehicle will be delivered by Europcar directly to the station upon arrival. From here you will take a drive to the Pepperclub Hotel for a two-night stay. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
DAY 5: CAPE TOWN | AT LEISURE
Breakfast at the hotel followed by a full day to explore Cape Town at your own pace, with the convenience of your hired vehicle.
DAY 6: DEPARTURE
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Drive to Cape Town International Airport and return your vehicle to Europcar. Board your flight to Johannesburg, marking the end of your journey.
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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Snacks
Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages on board the train
Guided excursions and entrance fees as per itinerary
Limited laundry service
2-day car rental with Europcar on Group T (Toyota Vitz or similar) including Super Cover Damage waiver with unlimited kilometres per day
2 Nights' accommodation at the 5* Pepperclub Hotel in a Deluxe Studio Suite
Breakfast daily
One-way flight including airline levies from Cape Town to Johannesburg
SET DEPARTURE: 09 Mar '26 - 14 Mar '26
Rovos Rail Pretoria to Cape Town Itinerary:
DAY 1: PRETORIA | A GRAND DEPARTURE
Depart Rovos Rail Station in Pretoria and settle into your elegant suite. As the train glides across the goldfields of the Witwatersrand and the Highveld plains, enjoy lunch, afternoon tea, and a refined dinner served in the dining cars. Unwind in the lounge or observation car before an overnight journey toward Klerksdorp.
DAY 2: KIMBERLEY | DIAMONDS & HISTORY
Arrive in Kimberley for a guided visit to the Diamond Mine Museum and the iconic Big Hole. Meals are served on board as the journey continues through South Africa's historic heartland.
DAY 3: MATJIESFONTEIN | KAROO CHARM
Travel through the dramatic landscapes of the Karoo. Disembark at Matjiesfontein to explore this beautifully preserved Victorian village, or enjoy a guided walk in from Whitehill Siding. Back on board, savor afternoon tea and dinner as the train descends the escarpment toward the Cape.
DAY 4: CAPE TOWN | ARRIVAL IN THE MOTHER CITY
After breakfast, arrive at Cape Town Station. A Group T vehicle will be delivered by Europcar directly to the station upon arrival. From here you will take a drive to the Pepperclub Hotel for a two-night stay. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
DAY 5: CAPE TOWN | AT LEISURE
Breakfast at the hotel followed by a full day to explore Cape Town at your own pace, with the convenience of your hired vehicle.
DAY 6: DEPARTURE
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Drive to Cape Town International Airport and return your vehicle to Europcar. Board your flight to Johannesburg, marking the end of your journey.
Along the way, enjoy immersive stops that bring history to life. Step back in time in Matjiesfontein, a perfectly preserved Victorian village founded in 1890, complete with a charming railway museum right on the platform. In Kimberley, explore the fascinating Diamond Mine Museum and peer into the legendary Big Hole - the largest hand-dug excavation on Earth.
Your adventure concludes with a 2-night stay at the luxurious Pepperclub Hotel in Cape Town, where comfort and style meet in the heart of the city. It's the perfect base from which to soak in the vibrant atmosphere of the Mother City after your extraordinary journey by rail.
This journey is more than a train ride - it's a rich tapestry of landscapes, stories, and timeless charm, crafted for travelers who seek both wonder and meaning in every mile.
Inclusions and Exclusions
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
3 Nights' onboard the 5* Rovos Rail in a Deluxe Suite from Pretoria to Cape Town
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Snacks
Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages on board the train
Guided excursions and entrance fees as per itinerary
Limited laundry service
2-day car rental with Europcar on Group T (Toyota Vitz or similar) including Super Cover Damage waiver with unlimited kilometres per day
2 Nights' accommodation at the 5* Pepperclub Hotel in a Deluxe Studio Suite
Breakfast daily
One-way flight including airline levies from Cape Town to Johannesburg
SET DEPARTURE: 09 Mar '26 - 14 Mar '26
Rovos Rail Pretoria to Cape Town Itinerary:
DAY 1: PRETORIA | A GRAND DEPARTURE
Depart Rovos Rail Station in Pretoria and settle into your elegant suite. As the train glides across the goldfields of the Witwatersrand and the Highveld plains, enjoy lunch, afternoon tea, and a refined dinner served in the dining cars. Unwind in the lounge or observation car before an overnight journey toward Klerksdorp.
DAY 2: KIMBERLEY | DIAMONDS & HISTORY
Arrive in Kimberley for a guided visit to the Diamond Mine Museum and the iconic Big Hole. Meals are served on board as the journey continues through South Africa's historic heartland.
DAY 3: MATJIESFONTEIN | KAROO CHARM
Travel through the dramatic landscapes of the Karoo. Disembark at Matjiesfontein to explore this beautifully preserved Victorian village, or enjoy a guided walk in from Whitehill Siding. Back on board, savor afternoon tea and dinner as the train descends the escarpment toward the Cape.
DAY 4: CAPE TOWN | ARRIVAL IN THE MOTHER CITY
After breakfast, arrive at Cape Town Station. A Group T vehicle will be delivered by Europcar directly to the station upon arrival. From here you will take a drive to the Pepperclub Hotel for a two-night stay. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
DAY 5: CAPE TOWN | AT LEISURE
Breakfast at the hotel followed by a full day to explore Cape Town at your own pace, with the convenience of your hired vehicle.
DAY 6: DEPARTURE
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Drive to Cape Town International Airport and return your vehicle to Europcar. Board your flight to Johannesburg, marking the end of your journey.
PACKAGE EXCLUDES:
All Items of a personal nature
Meals not mentioned
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