THE BLUE TRAIN
"The Blue Train offers you the ultimate luxury train travel experience taking you through breathtaking scenery."
Luxury takes on a new dimension with The Blue Train. You'll feel it the moment you step into 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. Kings and presidents have travelled on this magnificent moving five-star hotel. Its very name has become synonymous with the ultimate in luxury and personal service. The Blue Train Journeys, both scheduled and chartered, take guests through some of the most breathtaking countryside to be found anywhere in the world.
Luxury takes on a new dimension with The Blue Train. You'll feel it the moment you step into 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. Kings and presidents have travelled on this magnificent moving five-star hotel. Its very name has become synonymous with the ultimate in luxury and personal service. The Blue Train Journeys, both scheduled and chartered, take guests through some of the most breathtaking countryside to be found anywhere in the world.
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.
2020 RATES & DATES
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TICKET PRICES
COST PER PERSON SHARING ONE-WAY (add 50% for single occupancy) 1 January to 31 August De Luxe Suite: R20’615 Luxury Suite: R25'820 1 September to 15 November De Luxe Suite: R25'445 Luxury Suite: R32’135 16 November to 31 December De Luxe Suite: R20’615 Luxury Suite: R25'820 Vertical Divider
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PRETORIA TO CAPE TOWN
Departing 14h00 Arriving 12h00 + 2 days Departure Dates January 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 February 3, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26 March 2, 9,16, cancelled April cancelled May cancelled June cancelled July cancelled August cancelled September cancelled October cancelled November 11, 23 December 7, 14, 16 Vertical Divider
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CAPE TOWN TO PRETORIA
Departing 14h00 Arriving 12h00 + 2 days Departure Dates January 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30 February 6, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29 March 5, 12, 19 cancelled April cancelled May cancelled June cancelled July cancelled August cancelled September cancelled October cancelled November 14, 26 December 10, 17, 19 |
2021 RATES & DATES
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TICKET PRICES
COST PER PERSON SHARING ONE-WAY (add 50% for single occupancy) 1 January to 31 August De Luxe Suite: R23’085 Luxury Suite: R28'915 1 September to 15 November De Luxe Suite: R28'495 Luxury Suite: R35’990 16 November to 31 December De Luxe Suite: R23’085 Luxury Suite: R28'915 Vertical Divider
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PRETORIA TO CAPE TOWN
Departing 14h00 Arriving 12h00 + 2 days Departure Dates January 6, 11, 18 February 8, 15, 17, 22 March 1, 8, 15, 22 April 7, 12, 19, 21, 26 May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 June 7, 14, 21, 28 July 12, 19, 26 August 16, 23, 25, 30 September 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29 October 4, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 November 1, 8, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 December 6, 13, 15 Vertical Divider
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CAPE TOWN TO PRETORIA
Departing 14h00 Arriving 12h00 + 2 days Departure Dates January 9, 14, 21 February 11, 18, 20, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 1, 10, 15, 22, 24, 29 May 6, 13, 20, 27 June 3, 10, 17, 24 July 1, 15, 22, 29 August 19, 26, 28 September 2, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30 October 2, 7, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 November 4, 11, 18, 20, 25, 27 December 2, 9, 16, 18 |
INCLUDED & EXCLUDED
THIS IS INCLUDED:
Blue Train: two nights accommodation on the train, all meals, high tea, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and off-the train excursion in Kimberley (Big Hole).
Free Hotel Night: One night free in a standard room with breakfast at either the Taj Hotel in Cape Town or Castello Di Monte in Pretoria (subject to availability).
Free Chauffeur Transfer: One free transfer between the hotel and train station.
EXCLUDED: French Champagne and Caviar on Blue Train
Blue Train: two nights accommodation on the train, all meals, high tea, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and off-the train excursion in Kimberley (Big Hole).
Free Hotel Night: One night free in a standard room with breakfast at either the Taj Hotel in Cape Town or Castello Di Monte in Pretoria (subject to availability).
Free Chauffeur Transfer: One free transfer between the hotel and train station.
EXCLUDED: French Champagne and Caviar on Blue Train
BLUE TRAIN KRUGER PARK JOURNEY
The Blue Train route from Pretoria to the Kruger Park and back is a unique experience. Spending two nights on the train, this journey only departs once or twice a year. You will traverse beautiful landscape and spectacular scenery on the way to the Kruger National Park, where guests enjoy a morning and sunset game drive coupled with a cultural dinner experience at Nkambeni Safari Camp.
RATES AND DATES
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2020 - COSTING
COST PER PERSON SHARING De Luxe Suite: R37'630 Luxury Suite: R47'040 (add 50% for single occupancy) Vertical Divider
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2020 - DEPARTURE DATES
18 June and 30 July Departing Pretoria at 13h00 (Registration starts at 10h00) Arriving Pretoria 10h00 two days later Vertical Divider
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INCLUDED & EXCLUDED
Two nights on the Blue Train with all meals, high tea, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic). Excluding French Champagne and Caviar. Off-Train Safari Excursions |
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2021 - COSTING
COST PER PERSON SHARING De Luxe Suite: R42'145 Luxury Suite: R47'040 (add 50% for single occupancy) Vertical Divider
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2021 - DEPARTURE DATE
24 June Departing Pretoria at 13h00 (Registration starts at 10h00) Arriving Pretoria 10h00 two days later Vertical Divider
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INCLUDED & EXCLUDED
Two nights on the Blue Train with all meals, high tea, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic). Excluding French Champagne and Caviar. Off-Train Safari Excursions |
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THE SUITES
By day, the elegant furnished Blue Train suites offer generous lounge chairs which afford unequalled 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. There is a writing desk next to the window, individually-controlled air-conditioning, telephone, safe and TV monitor with on board movie and music channels. |
THE LOUNGES
The Blue Train has two lounges: the main lounge and the Club lounge. The Club lounge has a more masculine ambiance and is expected to find favour with those seeking a peaceful place for after-dinner cognacs, coffees or cigars. This area is the only section of the train designated for smokers. High tea is served each afternoon in the main lounge. All lounges are fitted with air-conditioning systems. On most departures the Blue Train has an Observation Car at the back of the train with large windows offering panoramic views of the passing landscape and the rail tracks. |
CUISINE AND DINING
All meals are freshly prepared on board the train by executive chefs. Carefully selected South African wines complement the gourmet cuisine served on The Blue Train. Savour wonderful food, freshly prepared in a state-of-the-art kitchen where gourmet chefs can cater for dietary requirements of today. The dining car caters for 42 guests per sitting. Discerning diners can have the pleasure of the best silver and crystal service where formal dinner attire adds to the grandeur. |
