Overview
You’ll get a feel for the finer things that Africa has to offer on this 11 night itinerary. Experience city life in two of South Africa’s main cities and experience a trip aboard one of the most luxurious trains in the world. Round things off with a tropical getaway in the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius…
Day 1-2
Johannesburg
1 night | The Saxon Boutique Hotel
On arrival in Johannesburg you will be transferred from OR Tambo Airport to The Saxon Boutique Hotel. The following day it’s off to Capital Park Station in Pretoria, about an hour’s drive from the Saxon, for your incredible experience on board the Rovos Rail.
Day 2-4
Rovos Rail
2 nights | Rovos Rail
For two nights you’ll be on a moving adventure, a quintessential African rail journey, as you travel aboard the luxurious Rovos Rail from Pretoria to Cape Town – all meals and drinks included! The train suites are spacious and complete with all modern conveniences. It’s the epitome of old world charm – black tie, cognac in an armchair and fine dining, with spectacular views all along the way.
Day 4-7
Cape Town
4 nights | Ellerman House
On arrival at Cape Town Station you will be transferred to Ellerman House for a magical 3 night stay. During your sojourn in Cape Town, you’ll go on scheduled tours to Cape Point and the Winelands, to ensure you experience all that the Mother City has to offer. On your last day you will be transferred to Cape Town International Airport.
Day 9-12
Mauritius
3 nights | Oberoi
You will fly from Cape Town to Mauritius and then be transferred from the hotel to your accommodation for five nights – the Oberoi Hotel. On this tropical island getaway there’ll be plenty to do – whether getting your heart pumping with a variety of water sports or sunbathing on the beach, cocktail in hand. On your last day you’ll be transferred to Mauritius Airport for your flight to Johannesburg.
The Saxon Boutique Hotel
Johannesburg
The Saxon Boutique Hotel is perfectly located in Sandhurst, a few minutes from Sandton city, the business hub. The hotel attracts first class travellers from all over the world. It has 24 exclusive suites and was where Nobel Laureate Nelson Mandela stayed while he edited his autobiography, A Long Walk to Freedom
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Rovos Rail
Rovos Rail
Rovos Rail is a privately owned luxury train company travelling to top African destinations from its headquarters in Pretoria, South Africa’s Capital. Luxury train travel does not get better than Rovos Rail; it is the finest in Southern Africa. Guests will be transported back in time as they journey to Africa’s top destinations, such as Victoria Falls, Cape Town and Dar es Salaam.
Oberoi
North Coast, Mauritius
You will fly from Cape Town to Mauritius and then be transferred from the hotel to your accommodation for five nights – the Oberoi Hotel. On this tropical island getaway there’ll be plenty to do – whether getting your heart pumping with a variety of water sports or sunbathing on the beach, cocktail in hand. On your last day you’ll be transferred to Mauritius Airport for your flight to Johannesburg.
