THE BLUE TRAIN - CAPE TOWN JOURNEY
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The Blue Train route between Pretoria and Cape Town is a two night journey of 1600 kilometres (994 miles), through some of the most diverse and spectacular scenery offered by the African sub-continent, including an off-train excursion in Kimberley for a visit to the Big Hole and Diamond Mine Museum.
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THE BLUE TRAIN - CAPE TOWN JOURNEY - RATES AND DATES
BLUE TRAIN SPECIAL FOR SOUTH AFRICAN RESIDENTS
Have a look at our new selection of discounted Blue Train packages for South African Residents. SA Resident Packages.
FREE HOTEL NIGHT BEFORE OF AFTER BLUE TRAIN JOURNEY
Book a 2023 Blue Train Journey on the regular fare and stay one night free in a luxury city view room with breakfast at the 5* Taj Hotel in Cape Town (or similar) or at the 5* Castello Di Monte Hotel in Pretoria (or similar). Includes a free Chauffeur transfer between the station and the hotel. This promotion is not valid on in conjunction with any of our packages, discounted fares or other specials.
BLUE TRAIN - CAPE TOWN JOURNEY (3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS)
The Blue Train route between Pretoria and Cape Town is a two night journey of 1600 kilometres (994 miles), through some of the most diverse and spectacular scenery offered by the African sub-continent, including an off-train excursion in Kimberley for a visit to the Big Hole and Diamond Mine Museum. Click here for Detailed Blue Train Pretoria - Cape Town - Pretoria Itinerary.
INCLUDED & EXCLUDED
THIS IS INCLUDED: Two nights accommodation on the train, all meals, high tea, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and off-the train excursion in Kimberley (Big Hole). THIS IS EXCLUDED: French Champagne and Caviar on Blue Train
2023
BLUE TRAIN CAPE TOWN TICKET PRICES AND DEPARTURE DATES
BLUE TRAIN CAPE TOWN TICKET PRICES AND DEPARTURE DATES
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REGULAR TICKET PRICES
COST PER PERSON SHARING ONE-WAY (add 50% for single occupancy) 1 January to 31 August 2023 De Luxe Suite: R28’960 Luxury Suite: R36'945 1 September to 15 November 2023 De Luxe Suite: R35'745 Luxury Suite: R45'145 16 November to 31 December 2023 De Luxe Suite: R28’960 Luxury Suite: R36'945 |
PRETORIA TO CAPE TOWN
Day 1 - departing 12h00 Day 3 - arriving 18h00 Total of two nights on the train Departure Dates March 6, 13, 20 April 3, 10, 17 May 8, 15 June - - - July 10, 17, 24 August 7, 14, 21 September 4, 11, 25 October 2, 9, 16, 23 November 6, 13, 27 December 4, 11 |
CAPE TOWN TO PRETORIA
Day 1 - departing 12h00 Day 3 - arriving 18h00 Total of two nights on the train Departure Dates March 2, 9, 16, 23 April 6, 13, 20 May 11, 18 June - - - July 13, 20, 27 August 10, 17, 24 September 7, 14, 28 October 5, 12, 19, 26 November 9, 16, 30 December 7, 14 |
2024
BLUE TRAIN CAPE TOWN TICKET PRICES AND DEPARTURE DATES
BLUE TRAIN CAPE TOWN TICKET PRICES AND DEPARTURE DATES
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REGULAR TICKET PRICES
COST PER PERSON SHARING ONE-WAY (add 50% for single occupancy) 1 January to 31 August 2024 De Luxe Suite: R32’435 Luxury Suite: R41'380 1 September to 15 November 2024 De Luxe Suite: R40'035 Luxury Suite: R50'560 16 November to 31 December 2024 De Luxe Suite: R32’435 Luxury Suite: R41'380 |
PRETORIA TO CAPE TOWN
Day 1 - departing 12h00 Day 3 - arriving 18h00 Total of two nights on the train Departure Dates January 8, 15, 22, 29 February 5, 12, 19, 26 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 1, 8, 15, 22 May 6, 13 June - - - July 8, 15 August 5, 12 September 2, 9, 16 October 7, 14, 21, 28 November 4, 11, 18 December 2, 9, 16 |
CAPE TOWN TO PRETORIA
Day 1 - departing 12h00 Day 3 - arriving 18h00 Total of two nights on the train Departure Dates January 11, 18, 25 February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 March 7, 14, 21, 28 April 4, 11, 18, 25 May 9, 16 June - - - July 11, 18 August 8, 15 September 5, 12, 19 October 10, 17, 24, 31 November 7, 14, 21 December 5, 12, 19 |
ITINERARIES
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PRETORIA TO CAPE TOWN Day 1 - Depart Pretoria 10h30 Register and check-in at The Blue Train Lounge, Pretoria Station. Guests enjoy pre-departure dry snacks and drinks. 11h15 Boarding commences. Butlers usher guests to their suites. Suite orientation done by butlers. 12h00 The Blue Train departs from Pretoria Station. Canapés will be served. 16h00 High Tea is served in the Lounge Car 18h30 - 20h00 First sitting for Dinner 20h15 - 22h00 Second sitting for Dinner Please Note: Dinners are an elegant affair and men are requested to wear a jacket or waistcoat and ladies elegant evening wear. Guests enjoy post-dinner drinks before retiring to bed. Day 2 - Kimberley Excursion 06h00 - 09h00 Breakfast is served on a first-come-first-served basis. 09h30 The Blue Train arrives at Kimberley Station. Guests disembark and gather at the railway museum for a short bus ride to the Kimberley Open Mine Museum where you will enjoy a guided tour of the mine and other interesting historical sites. An enclosed ramp will give you a spectacular view of the Big Hole. 12h30 Depart from the Open Mine Museum for Kimberley Station where the Blue Train staff will welcome you with a glass of sherry. The sherry glass is engraved with The Blue Train logo and is a memento for the guests to keep. 13h00 The Blue Train departs Kimberley Station. Aperitifs are served in the various Blue Train lounge cars. 13h00 - 14h15 First sitting for Lunch 14h30 - 16h00 Second sitting for Lunch 16h30 High Tea is served in the non-smoking Lounge Car 18h30 - 20h00 First sitting for Dinner 20h15 - 22h00 Second sitting for Dinner. Enjoy post-dinner drinks before retiring to bed. Day 3 - Arrive in Cape Town 06h00 - 09h00 Breakfast is served on a first-come-first-served basis 13h00 Lunch (lunch sitting times to be advised) 18h00 The Blue Train arrives at Cape Town Station. Butlers usher guests to The Blue Train Lounge. |
CAPE TOWN TO PRETORIA Day 1 - Depart Cape Town 10h30 Register and check-in at The Blue Train Lounge, Cape Town Station. Guests enjoy pre-departure dry snacks and drinks. 11h15 Boarding commences. Butlers usher guests to their suites. Suite orientation done by butlers. 12h00 The Blue Train departs from Cape Town Station. Canapés will be served. 16h00 High Tea is served in the Lounge Car 18h30 - 20h00 First sitting for Dinner 20h15 - 22h00 Second sitting for Dinner Please Note: Dinners are an elegant affair and men are requested to wear a jacket or waistcoat and ladies elegant evening wear. Guests enjoy post-dinner drinks before retiring to bed. Day 2 - Kimberley Excursion 06h00 - 09h00 Breakfast is served on a first-come-first-served basis. 11h30 - 13h00 First sitting for Lunch 13h15 - 14h30 Second sitting for Lunch 14h00 The Blue Train arrives at Kimberley Station. Guests disembark and gather at the railway museum for a short bus ride to the Kimberley Open Mine Museum where you will enjoy a guided tour of the mine and other interesting historical sites. An enclosed ramp will give you a spectacular view of the Big Hole. 17h00 Depart from the Open Mine Museum for Kimberley Station where the Blue Train staff will welcome you with a glass of sherry. The sherry glass is engraved with The Blue Train logo and is a memento for the guests to keep. 18h30 The Blue Train departs from Kimberley Station. Aperitifs are served in the various Blue Train lounge cars. 18h30 - 20h00 First sitting for Dinner 20h15 - 22h00 Second sitting for Dinner. Enjoy post-dinner drinks before retiring to bed. Day 3 - Arrive in Pretoria 06h00 - 09h00 Breakfast is served on a first-come-first-served basis 13h00 Lunch (lunch sitting times to be advied) 18h00 The Blue Train arrives at Pretoria Station. Butlers usher guests to The Blue Train Lounge. |
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