Rovos Rail (The following information is from Rovos Rail)

 "Since its establishment in 1989, Rovos Rail has earned an international reputation for its truly world class travel experiences. Step aboard the wood paneled coaches - classics remodeled and refurbished to mint condition - and enjoy fine cuisine in five-star luxury as some of the most varied scenery imaginable unfolds beyond the windows. Recapture the romance and atmosphere of a bygone era, when privileged travelers experienced the magic and mystery of Africa in a relaxed and elegant fashion.

The Old Karoo Pioneering Trail

For many visitors to South Africa, there is no finer way to see the country than on the popular 48-hour weekly journeys between Pretoria and Cape Town. This 1600-kilometre journey is a perfect illustration of South Africa as a world in one country. Travel the grasslands of the gold rich Highveld to the haunting barrenness of the Great Karoo. Trundle through the spectacular mountain ranges and scenic wine lands of the Cape. Journey’s end is Cape Town, the Mother City of South Africa, cradled by the imposing bulk of Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak and Lions Head. Highlights of the north and southbound routes include a visit to the historic village of Matjiesfontein. This authentic perfectly preserved Victorian Village, which was founded by Mr Logan as a refreshment stop in 1890, also boasts an impressive museum on the platform. A stop is also made in Kimberley providing an opportunity to enjoy a city tour and a visit to the Mine Museum and the world’s largest man-made excavation, the Big Hole."

SATURDAY
11h00 The train departs from Platform 23 Cape Town Station.
            Guests may freshen up in their suites before joining other guests in the midway Lounge car or                       the Observation carriage at the rear of the train.

13h00 Lunch will be served in the Dining Car/s.

15h00 We pass through Worcester on the way to the village of Matjiesfontein.

At 15h30 we reach the first of four tunnels which take us through the Hex River Pass.                                    The third  tunnel is 13.5kms long so please be careful if you are walking through the train. If you are    in your suite you may wish to turn on a light.

17h45 Guests may disembark at Matjiesfontein for a stroll through this quaint and historic little village. Of special interest is the museum on the platform and a collection of historic cars and railway carriages to the right of the Hotel. (For refreshments we recommend the pub in the Lord Milner Hotel).

19h00 We depart Matjiesfontein.

20h00 Dinner will be served in the Dining Car/s

TUESDAY

07h00 Breakfast will be served in the Dining Car until 10h00.

12h30 Lunch is served in the Dining Car/s

14h30 The train arrives in Kimberley. Here we disembark and proceed by coach/combi for a tour of the city, the “ Big Hole ” and the Mine Museum.
A ride through the city in an historic tram will be undertaken time and weather permitting

16h00 Rejoin the train at Kimberley station.

16h10 Ten minutes after departing Kimberley there is a shallow lake on the left hand side facing forward. On most occasions there are spectacular flocks of Flamingos (approx. 23 000).

20h00 Dinner will be served in the Dining Car/s as we pass through Bloemhof and Leeudoringstad en route to Klerksdorp.

WEDNESDAY
07h00 Breakfast will be served in the dining car until 10h00.
The train continues the journey towards Pretoria passing through Krugersdorp, Johannesburg and Germiston.

10h45 We arrive at Centurion where one or two of our Rovos locomotives will collect us for the final leg of our journey.

12h00 Arrive Rovos Rail Station in Capital Park, Pretoria
Excursions may be changed according to schedule achieved
Times are approximate and cannot be guaranteed Cape Town Journey Rovos Rail