IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

​Transnet says the operations of the luxury Blue Train will be suspended from Monday, 14 February 2022, after what it calls recent “unfortunate incidents.” The suspension is until further notice. SABC News Article

BLUE TRAIN PACKAGES FOR RESIDENTS

This is the deal!
Train Safaris is offering discounted Blue Train Packages to anyone with permanent residence anywhere in Africa. Our various packages are based on a one-way Blue Train Journey between Pretoria and Cape Town combined with various hotel and flight options. All packages can be tailored to suit your specific needs. Our Value Packages offer good value for money stays at hotels from Protea Marriott, Tsogo Sun, Court Classique, Newmark and Mont d'Or. Our Luxury Packages are based on 5 Star Hotels like the Taj, The Westin and Castello Di Monte.

Enjoy Blue Train Luxury
Luxury takes on a new dimension with The Blue Train. You'll feel it the moment you step into one of the pre-departure lounges in Pretoria or Cape Town. A warm-hearted South African welcome begins a journey that is defined by personal attention and devotion to detail. A Journey on the Blue Train takes guests through some of the most breathtaking countryside to be found anywhere in the world. All meals, drinks and an off-train excursion to the Kimberley Big Hole and Mine Museum is included. Enjoy 46 hours of forced relaxation!

Gourmet Meals
The Blue Train's own creative team of chefs have created a menu to delight the most discerning palate. Only the freshest ingredients meet The Blue Train standards. A sophisticated, opulent atmosphere, gourmet menu and the finest South African wines sourced from boutique vineyards, make dining on The Blue Train a magnificent experience.

Luxury Accommodation with 24h Butler Service
By day, the elegant furnished Blue Train suites offer generous lounge chairs which afford unequaled views of Africa. As night falls the suites become sumptuous and subtly-lit bedrooms with a choice of either two single beds (twin) or a double bed, clothed in fine cotton linen and duvets. Considerable attention is paid to guests' needs. Professional Butlers are available for the duration of the journey to look after your needs. Room service included and available at all hours.

Children are welcome
Up to two children aged five or younger are allowed to share beds with their parents free of charge (there is no space for a spare bed or cot). Children between the ages of 6 and 11 are accommodated in a seperate suite and pay 50% of the adult sharing or single occupancy Blue Train fare. Children aged 12 years and older pay the full adult Blue Train fare. Speak to one of our consultants to work out a family package.

BLUE TRAIN SA RESIDENTS SPECIALS

2022 - DEPARTURE DATES AND TIMES

Pretoria to Cape Town:
Day 1: Depart Pretoria at 14h00
Day 2: Kimberley Excursion at 09h30
Day 3: Arrive Cape Town at 12h00

Departure Dates 2022
January 10, 17, 24, 31
February 7, 14, 21, 28
March 7, 14, 21, 28

Cape Town to Pretoria:
Day 1: Depart at 14h00
Day 2: Kimberley Excursion at 14h00
Day 3: Arrive at 12h00

Departure Dates
January 13, 20, 27
February 3, 10, 17, 24
March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
 

The Blue Train includes:
* All meals, Snacks and High Tea
* All drinks on board
* 24 hour Butler Service
* Excursion in Kimberley Big Hole and Mining Museum

Excluded:
Caviar and French Champagne

2 for 1 Special: Blue Train (2 Nights) from R12'928 p.p.s. 
​(Valid until 31 March 2022 - add 50% for single traveller)

Package Includes:

• Blue Train two nights in a De Luxe Suite including, all meals, high tea, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), off-the train excursion in Kimberley with visit to the Big Hole and the Diamond Museum, excluding French Champagne and Caviar

Return Package: Blue Train (2 Nights) + Flight from R13'928 p.p.s. 
​(Valid until 31 March 2022 - add 50% for single traveller)

Package Includes:

• Blue Train two nights in a De Luxe Suite including, all meals, high tea, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), off-the train excursion in Kimberley with visit to the Big Hole and the Diamond Museum, excluding French Champagne and Caviar.
• Flight domestic economy class flight between Cape Town, Johannesburg, Lanseria or Durban up to the value of R1000 per person, excluding airport transfer.​

Return Package: Blue Train (2 Nights) + Hotel (1 Night) + Flight from R15'100 p.p.s. 
​(Valid until 31 March 2022 - add 50% for single traveller)

Package Includes:

• Blue Train two nights in a De Luxe Suite including, all meals, high tea, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), off-the train excursion in Kimberley with visit to the Big Hole and the Diamond Museum, excluding French Champagne and Caviar.
• One night Hotel Accommodation in a standard room with breakfast (see hotel choices below)
• Flight domestic economy class flight between Cape Town, Johannesburg, Lanseria or Durban up to the value of R1000 per person, excluding airport transfer.​

Cape Town Hotels: Protea Hotel Fire & Ice, Cape Milner Hotel
Pretoria Hotels: Courtyard Hotel Arcadia, Protea Fire & Ice Hotel Menlyn

Value Package: Blue Train (2 Nights) + Cape Town (3 Nights) + Flight from R18'500 p.p.s. 
​​(Valid until 31 March 2022 - add 50% for single traveller)

Package Includes:

• Blue Train two nights in a De Luxe Suite including, all meals, high tea, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), off-the train excursion in Kimberley with visit to the Big Hole and the Diamond Museum, excluding French Champagne and Caviar
• Chauffeur transfers from the station to the hotel and from the hotel to the airport (or vice versa)
• Hotel three nights accommodation in a standard room with breakfast at selected Tsogo Sun or Marriott Hotels
• Flight domestic economy class flight between Cape Town, Johannesburg, Lanseria or Durban up to the value of R1000 per person​

RESERVATION PROCEDURE

1. Complete and submit the request form or call us on 021 553 8000
2. One of our consultants will process your request and reply with the requested information
3. Provisional reservations can only be held for a short time
4. Confirmed reservations will be invoiced and depending on the departure date a deposit or the full amount is payable
   
5. Once full payment has been received your booking is secured
6. A confirmation with detailed itinerary will be sent to you as proof of payment and reservation

PACKAGE TERMS FOR SA RESIDENT SPECIALS

PACKAGE COST FOR CHILDREN: As there is not enough space in the suites for an extra bed or cot, two children up to the age of five are allowed to share a bed with a parent. Children aged six to eleven years will be accommodated in their own deluxe suites. Discounted Package cost for children available on request. 

ADDITIONAL TRAVEL SERVICES:
We can also assist with accommodation, transfers, car rental, sight-seeing and other travel arrangements. Request a quote from one of our consultants. Tailor-made packages for our SA Residents.

REMARKS, RESTRICTIONS AND ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS:

• All special package rates are per person sharing, single traveller and children rates are available on request.
• Only a limited number of Deluxe Suites are made available for SA Residents and there might be no availability of a special on selected departures.
• Surcharges, minimum stays and block-out dates might apply over the Festive Season, Easter or during the 2021 British Lions Tour in South Africa.
• The special discounted packages are only available to permanent residents in Africa.
• The special packages are subject to the availability of the specified travel services.
• COVID 19 related changes/cancellation Terms: The Blue Train portion of our travel packages, including the chauffeur transfers, can be postponed or fully refunded if you are unable to travel due to lock-down regulations or personal sickness. The hotel accommodation and the flight ticket portion of our travel packages are subject to the terms and conditions of the specific hotel and airline booked. You may run the risk of not getting a full refund for the hotel and airline due to covid 19 related changes or cancellations. We strongly advise to take out adequate travel insurance to cover such instances.
• This special packages may be withdrawn at any time without any notice.
• Airline tickets are subject to availability and are capped at R1000 per person. If the airfare is more than R1000 per person the client will be asked to settle the additional flight cost. Early booking is essential. Airfares remain subject to change until payment has been received by the airline. No changes to airline tickets are possible.
• Travel services will only be confirmed once payment has been received.
• The Blue Train journey is based on a Deluxe Suite and is inclusive of all meals, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), high tea, scheduled excursions and a personal butler. (Excluding French Champagne and Caviar).
• Hotel accommodation is on a bed & breakfast basis in the rooms specified.
• Transfers maybe operated privately or by scheduled shuttles. Transfers to/from Station and/or Airport are for within the Cape Town, Pretoria or Johannesburg Metro Areas. Other distances available on request and at a surcharge.
• Hop-on hop off bus tour is based on the red tour as offered by City Sightseeing.
• All bookings are further subject to our Booking Conditions.
• Packages are not commissionable to travel agents, please contact one of our consultants for more details on commission.