THE BLUE TRAIN - HOEDSPRUIT JOURNEY (KRUGER PARK)
The Blue Train route between Pretoria and Hoedspruit is a unique experience. Running only a couple of times per year you will traverse beautiful landscape and spectacular scenery on the way to the Kruger National Parkl. We will gladly arrange pre- and post train safari experiences.
HOEDSPRUIT JOURNEY TICKET PRICES:
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2019 - COSTING
COST PER PERSON SHARING (add 50% for single occupancy) 1 January to 31 December 2019 De Luxe Suite: R11’870 Luxury Suite: R14'290 |
2019 - DEPARTURE DATES
Departing 13h00 Arriving 10h00 next day Pretoria to Hoedspruit July 19, September 27 Hoedspruit to Pretoria July 20, September 28 |
2019 - INCLUSIONS:
Blue Train: all meals, high tea, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic). Excluding French Champagne and Caviar. Detailed Itinerary for Blue Train Hoedspruit Journey |
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EXTEND YOUR JOURNEY WITH TWO NIGHTS SAFARI PACKAGE
Add two nights in the bush at one of the safari lodges next to the Kruger National Park and enjoy daily safari drives and bush walks searching for the big five. All meals are included. Safari Lodges to choose from (subject to availability): Kapama River Lodge (Standard or Spa Suites), Motswari Main Camp, Imbali Safari Lodge, Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge, Idube Safari Lodge (Safari Chalets) Have a look at a detailed itinerary including the 2 nights add-on package below. |
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The Blue Train Journey is inclusive of all meals, high tea, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), WiFi, and 24 hr Butler Service. Excluding French champagne, caviar and external telephone calls.
NEED A HOTEL OR A TRANSFER? Contact one of our agents and they will gladly assist you with any additional travel services you may need.
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ITINERARIES
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PRETORIA TO HOEDSPRUIT Day 1 Friday - Depart Pretoria 13:00 Register and check-in at The Pretoria Station Lounge. Guests enjoy pre-departure drinks. Welcome snacks will be served on-board the train 14:30 Boarding starts and butlers usher guests to their suites 15:00 The Blue Train departs from Pretoria Station 18:30 - 20:00 First sitting for Dinner 20:30 Second sitting for Dinner Remember, dinner is an elegant affair and men are requested to wear a jacket and tie and ladies elegant evening wear. Guests enjoy post-dinner drinks, Cognacs and Cuban cigars in the Club car before retiring to bed. Day 2 Saturday - Arrive in Hoedspruit 06:30 - 09:30 Breakfast is served on a first-come-first served basis. Breakfast can also be served in-suite at the guests’ request. 10:00 The Blue Train arrives at Hoedspruit Station (Transfers and safari packages can be arranged, speak to one of our travel specialists). |
HOEDSPRUIT TO PRETORIA Day 1 Saturday - Depart Hoedspruit 13:00 Register and check-in at the check-in table, Hoedspruit Station. Guests enjoy pre-departure drinks and welcome snacks on-board the train 14:30 Boarding starts and butlers usher guests to their suites 15:00 The Blue Train departs from Hoedspruit Station 18:30 - 20:00 First sitting for dinner 20:30 Second sitting for dinner. Remember, dinner is an elegant affair and men are requested to wear a jacket and tie and ladies elegant evening wear. Guests enjoy post-dinner drinks, Cognacs and Cuban cigars in the Club car before retiring to bed. Day 2 Sunday - Arrive in Pretoria 06:30 – 09:30 Breakfast served (first-come-first-served basis). 10:00 The Blue Train arrives at the Pretoria Station. Butlers usher guests to the lounge (Transfers and Hotel Accommodation can be arranged, speak to one of our travel specialists). |
TWO NIGHT SAFARI ADD-ON PACKAGE
Have a look at a detailed itinerary including the 2 nights add-on package here.
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(CAN ALSO BE BOOKED IN REVERSE)
Wednesday / Saturday - Arrive in Hoedspruit 10:00 The Blue Train arrives at Hoedspruit Station. Transfer to a Private Safari Lodge. Afternoon Safari Activity with sundowner drinks Evening Dinner. Overnight at a Private Safari Lodge in a standard room on a full board basis including safari activities. Thursday / Sunday - Safari Activities Full day at a Private Safari Lodge with Safari Activities. Overnight in a standard room on a full board basis including safari activities. Friday / Monday - Safari Activities After your early morning safari activity and a sumptuous breakfast you will be transferred back to the Hoedspruit Airport for your flight to Johannesburg (flight not included). END OF SERVICES |
COSTING FOR ADD-ON PACKAGE
2019: R 14 100 per person sharing Children rates and cost for single accommodation is on request Included in this add-on package: * Safari Accommodation is inclusive of all meals, teas & snacks, two daily safari activities. * Transfers to and from Eastgate Airport (HDS) or Hoedspruit Station. Not included: * Domestic flight to or from Hoedspruit (we quote these separately) * Cost of the Blue Train Safari Lodges to choose from: Lodges are Subject to availability Kapama River Lodge (Standard or Spa Suites) Motswari Main Camp Imbali Safari Lodge Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge Idube Safari Lodge (Safari Chalets) |
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