The Old Karoo Pioneering Trail

Pretoria - Cape Town via Kimberley/
Cape Town - Pretoria via Kimberley

Pretoria - Cape Town

3 Days

Windhoek


Dead Vlei


Springbok


Dunes


Oryx


Kolmanskop

For many visitors to South Africa, there is no finer way to see the country than on the popular 48-hour weekly journeys between Pretoria and Cape Town.

This 1600-kilometre journey is a perfect illustration of South Africa as a world in one country. Travel the grasslands of the gold rich Highveld to the haunting barrenness of the Great Karoo. Trundle through the spectacular mountain ranges and scenic wine lands of the Cape.

Journey’s end is Cape Town, the Mother City of South Africa, cradled by the imposing bulk of Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak and Lions Head.

Highlights of the north and southbound routes include a visit to the historic village of Matjiesfontein. This authentic perfectly preserved Victorian Village, which was founded by Mr Logan as a refreshment stop in 1890, also boasts an impressive museum on the platform.

A stop is also made in Kimberley providing an opportunity to enjoy a city tour and a visit to the Mine Museum and the world’s largest man-made excavation, the Big Hole.

 

Inclusions and Limitations

RACK RATE ONE WAY per person sharing includes:

  • accommodation
  • meals
  • excursions during the train journey
  • alcoholic beverages whilst on board the train

 

Extra Information

Trip cancellation insurance is strongly advised

Vaccinations:
Several vaccinations are required for Africa, and on some trips malaria prophylactics are advised. Visit www.netdoctor.co.uk and seek advice from your doctor or local travel clinic at least six weeks prior to departure.

Visa requirements:
Visas to be purchased and paid for prior to departure for Africa. These vary between nationalities and the individual countries through which we travel. Speak to our consultants about up to date visa requirements or visit www.projectvisa.com. 

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Itinerary

PRETORIA to CAPE TOWN

Pretoria - Kimberley - Matjiesfontein - Cape Town

1 October 2008 to 30 September 2009

Day 1

Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday

15h00 Depart Rovos Rail's private Capital Park Station aboard the Pride of Africa.

Day 2

Wednesday/Thursday/Saturday

10h00 Arrive in Kimberley. Passengers visit the Big Hole, the Diamond Museum.
12h30 Depart from Kimberley and proceed overnight via De Aar and Beaufort West for Matjiesfontein.

Day 3

Thursday/Friday/Sunday

08h15 Visit the historic village of Matjiesfontein.
10h30 Depart Matjiesfontein and proceed via Touws River, De Doorns and Worcester to Cape Town.
18h00 Arrive Cape Town Station,
Platform 24.

CAPE TOWN to PRETORIA

Cape Town - Matjiesfontein - Kimberley - Pretoria

1 October 2008 to 30 September 2009

Day 1

Monday/Saturday/Tuesday

11h00 Depart from Platform 23 at
Cape Town Station and proceed inland to Worcester.
18h00 Upon arrival at Matjiesfontein
guests may visit this quaint, historical village.
19h00 Depart Matjiesfontein.
19h30 Dinner is served in the dining car/s.

Day 2

Tuesday/Sunday/Wednesday

14h30 Upon arrival in Kimberley board the bus for a tour of the Big Hole
and museum.

Day 3

Wednesday/Monday/Thursday

12h00 Arrive at Rovos Rail's Capital Park Station, Pretoria.

Excursions may be changed according to the journeys schedule. Times are approximate and cannot be guaranteed.

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