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Blue Train Journeys
The Blue Train offers luxury journeys between Pretoria and Cape Town, with schedules that vary seasonally. For the most accurate information, please contact our customer service for a complete schedule, departure dates, and booking availability.
The Blue Train features two key routes: Pretoria to Cape Town and Pretoria to Kruger National Park. The Cape Town route operates weekly, while the journey to Kruger runs seasonally. Get in touch for train and safari package details. We offer tailored packages to fit every budget with seasonal deals.
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Discover the world of train travel with our Blue Train routes. Each trip offers spectacular views and luxurious settings. Enjoy memorable experiences across the stunning landscapes of South Africa. We have provided exceptional train journeys for 20 years, specializing in combining luxury trains with the finest safari and hotel experiences.
Blue Train Prices 2026
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Deluxe Suites
Daytime Ambience - transforms into a private lounge with plush seating and panaramic windows. Nighttime retreat - converts into a sublty lit bedroom with a choice of twin beds with shower, or double bed with 3/4 bath.
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Luxury Suite
The Blue train's luxury suite is the pinnacle of oppulence on rails-designed for discerning travelers. Measure 5.16m x 2m - a full metre longer than the Deluxe suite. Configurable in twin or doulbe beds. Private daytime lounge with writing desk. Converts into a luxurious bedroom with goose-down duvets and percale cotton bedding.
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Suite Amenities
Individually controlled air-conditioning. Private digital entertainment system with Blu-ray movies and music CDs. Complimentary Wifi, telephone, and safe.
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Butler service
A dedicated personal butler is available around the clock.
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Dining Experience
Dining aboard South Africa's Blue Train is a sensory symphony - where South African heritage meets fine dining in a setting of timeless elegance.
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Safari Excursion
Explore wildlife on guided tours as an add-on package before of after your Blue train experience, carefully curated by the Luxury Train and Safaris team. Choose from a Day Safari outside Cape Town, a day trip to Pilanesberg National Park, or a variety of packages to Victoria Falls, Botswana, or Kruger National Park.
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Honeymoon Special
A romantic package with exclusive perks for couples, with a large variety of choices to add before and after the Blue Train journey.
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Main Lounge car
Located at the heart of the Blue train operation, this elegant space is designed for social connection and fine dining. Featuring large panoromic windows, and origional artwork by South African artists.
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Observation car
Attached to the rear of the Blue Train on most journeys, offering panoramic views of the passing landscape. Also possible to convert as a conference space/
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Blue Train Food & Wine experience
The dining car seats 42 guests per sitting. Table are dressed in bone chine, crystal glassware, and engraved silver cutlery. Menus are crafted by in-house excutive chefs. Signature dished include: Karoo lamb, Ostrich, venison, Knysna oyster, crayfish, snoek, and seasonal fruits and vegetables sourced locally. Wines are sourced from boutique South African wineries, curated to compliment each dish. Dinner often includes five-course meals with wine pairings.
Cape Town Escape
Victoria Falls Adventure
Whangie Safari Experience
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