UK Rail Tours

South Africa: The Blue Train

The Blue Train is a South African icon, synonymous with hospitality since 1946. Kings and Presidents have travelled on this magnificent pullman, experiencing a world of elegance and romance in traditional surroundings.

The Blue Train - A window to the soul of South Africa

This train would be the highlight to any South Africian holiday - it is an unmissable icon. The Blue Train is one of the worlds great train journeys. This journey is the perfect link between Cape Town and the Kruger.

THE BLUE TRAIN EXPERIENCE

* The 1,000 mile adventure begins at Cape Town or Pretoria station, with a glass of bubbly and canapes or coffee and pastries prior to departure.

* Relax in the privacy of your private suite (a lounge during the day), pampered by your butler serving drinks or morning tea

* Enjoy the company of fellow travellers in one of the lounges, sampling South African snacks and fine wines throughout the day

2012 SCHEDULE

PRETORIA TO CAPE TOWN (selected Mondays and Wednesdays)

April 9th, 16th and 23rd

May 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th

June 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th

July 2nd, 16th, 23rd and 30th

August 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th

September 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th

CAPE TOWN TO PRETORIA (selected Mondays and Wednesdays)

April 11th, 18th and 25th

May 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th

June 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th

July 4th, 18th and 25th

August 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th

September 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th

We can give you advice and help you book your ideal Blue Train experience at RailTourGuide, please call one of our team on 0191 246 0708.