Rovos Rail — Timeless Elegance

Journey through Southern Africa in classic style. From Victoria Falls to Pretoria, indulge in multi‑course dining, fine vintages, and the romance of rail travel.

9 Days / 8 Nights — Seamless luxury from river to rail, combining the Zambezi Queen, Victoria Falls Hotel, and Rovos Rail with a Pretoria extension.

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Southern Africa Luxury Journey

Packages from USD 7,250 per person (sharing)

  • Arrival in Johannesburg — transfer to Kasane
  • Zambezi Queen — 3 nights river safari with fine dining
  • Victoria Falls — 1 night at the historic Victoria Falls Hotel + helicopter flight
  • Rovos Rail — 3 nights of timeless elegance from Victoria Falls to Pretoria
  • Pretoria — 1 night leisure stay at Menlyn Maine Hotel

Total Journey: 9 Days / 8 Nights

Seamless Luxury from River to Rail

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Rovos Rail Victoria Falls to Pretoria

Experience one of the world’s most iconic rail journeys—from the thundering cascades of Victoria Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, to the vibrant capital of Pretoria, South Africa - Rovos Rail to Cape Town is a popular extension.

Journeys from $3,100 per person (R57,600)

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Luxury train journey from Victoria Falls to Pretoria

The Rovos Rail Victoria Falls to Pretoria route blends natural wonder with timeless elegance. Begin at Victoria Falls and travel through breathtaking African landscapes before arriving in Pretoria. Guests enjoy beautifully restored vintage carriages, gourmet dining, and attentive service while witnessing Africa’s grandeur from a unique perspective.

From thunderous cascades and misty rainbows to rolling countryside and historic towns, this luxury train adventure is more than a transfer—it’s a captivating experience that combines outdoor discovery, cultural immersion, and the prestige of one of the world’s finest trains.

Why choose Rovos Rail from Victoria Falls to Pretoria

  • Natural spectacle: Victoria Falls—UNESCO site, rainbows, and constant spray.
  • Classic elegance: Vintage carriages, fine dining, and polished service.
  • Panoramic views: Diverse African landscapes en route to Pretoria.
  • Prestige pricing: From $3,100 per person (R57,600) for international and local guests.

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Pricing for South African guests

For our South African guests, journeys are priced from R57,600 per person. Contact us for seasonal schedules, cabin availability, and curated experiences.

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Secure your cabin on Rovos Rail and experience the grandeur of Victoria Falls with timeless train elegance.

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What a wonderful experience. I have spoken to Yvette years ago and only made use of her services now. what a smooth-running experience. Everything from beginning to end was arranged in a professional manner and went smoothly. Train; transfers, hotel transfers, air tickets and flights. I was contacted by her with every step of the holiday to ensure that everything was going as arranged. We are very satisfied with their service and can highly recommend them.
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Mowana Lodge: not the right level for this kind of trip. I would recommend to search other lodge for the arrival date. The Namibia evisa process should be advised in advance, we had to spend two hours at the Namibia toll meanwhile other guests saving it getting it from home. The zambezee Queen was a superb expericence: the activities, the crue, the meals, everything worths it!!! Same applies to the Victoria Falls Hotel and Helicopter trip. The Rovos Rail experience was under expectations, 40 hours without any activity and without great landscapes to watch was a little boring. Two expensive for the journey. But the service and the meals were world class, I must say. The Mainly Maine Hotel was ok for closing the trip. Also the support of Yvette and Tertius along the preparation months was perfect. Thanks to both!!!
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From start to finish... pick ups, drop offs, flights, hotels, border crossings, special requirements and of course the actual journey... Luxury Trains & Safaris were faultless in their execution - what great service and what a fantastic 'travel partner' to help arrange a wonderful holiday resulting in precious memories from a trouble free holiday. Thanks Luxury Trains & Safaris you are brilliant!
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Echo Terrace
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A big thank you to Tertius and Yvette for a cleverly designed itinerary and such great support. Every aspect has been just right. Thanks too for your Rovos recommendation for a great trip from Cape Town to Pretoria ending at the Rovos home station and fascinating rebuilding yard where we were treated to an excellent tour. Tertius cleverly combined our Rovos journey with a visit to the Pilanesberg. Bakubung has been an excellent choice and we thoroughly enjoyed all it has to offer, excellent accommodation, great meals, game drives, even a visit to Sun City. We’ve just returned from the most incredible hot air balloon experience at Bakubung, highly recommended. Thank you for your recommendation of a direct booking for that. It was a breathtaking experience! Every detail covered by this superb travel agent with frequent reminders of the next transfer or phase of travel. Highly recommended!
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Brian Dreyer
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We so enjoyed our Namibia trip on Rovos. A very well planned and executed itinerary took in the stunningly beautiful and varied highlights of this magnificent country, from the shores of the Skeleton Coast near Walvis Bay and Sandwich Harbour to the extreme north of the Etosha Pan teeming with game. Onwards to the magnificent dunes and Dead Forest of Sossusvlei and further to see the legendary wild horses at Aus and the ghost diamond mining town of Collmanskoppe near the charming waterfront at Luderitz. Every detail on the Rovos Rail train is so carefully planned and presented that we cannot wait to experience yet another Rovos trip!
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I couldn't recommend Tertius and Yvette highly enough for organising my 12 day Southern Cross Rovos train tour. Pretoria to Victoria Falls. Everything was organised to the last detail, nothing was too much trouble, Yvette also made sure that I got home safely. I had a marvellous time, thanks also to very friendly staff and beautiful train. If you are thinking of doing Africa train Safari tours please don't hesitate to contact Tertius and Yvette . Until next time. Thank you Yvette, Tertius.
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A Luxurious Journey on Rovos Rail: Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Our recent trip aboard the Rovos Rail from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment we boarded, the vintage charm of the train combined with impeccable service made us feel like royalty. The beautifully restored carriages offered a perfect blend of old-world elegance and modern comfort. The journey itself was breathtaking, passing through some of Southern Africa’s most stunning landscapes. Each day brought new sights—rolling hills, sprawling plains, and vibrant wildlife—visible right from the comfort of our panoramic windows. Dining on board was a highlight: gourmet meals prepared with fresh, local ingredients paired with excellent South African wines. The staff were attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure our experience was flawless. A special highlight was when we disembarked to enjoy game drives in both Motobo National Park and Hwange National Park. Experiencing the wildlife up close in these incredible parks added an unforgettable adventure and deepened our connection to the region’s natural beauty. Arriving at Victoria Falls was the perfect grand finale to this unforgettable journey. We highly recommend Rovos Rail to anyone seeking a unique and luxurious way to experience Africa’s heartland.
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We're not sure there's anyone better than Tertius Bester and his team from Luxury Trains and Safaris to plan a trip on Rovos Rail or a visit to South Africa. Do you want an honest person with integrity? Tertius is it. We traveled on Rovos Rail from Walvis Bay, Namibia to Pretoria, South Africa followed by a week in Cape Town. Tertius made the booking for us on Rovos, but it should be noted that once you're on the train that part of the trip is the responsibility of Rovos Rail and not Luxury Trains and Safaris. Tertius made all of our "before the train" and "after the train" arrangements and there were many of them. When planning a trip, Tertius is very diligent in listening to his clients, asking about their interests and what they might like to see or experience. He is also a good reference for suggestions. When arriving at an unfamiliar airport in an unfamiliar country, it's such a relief to see the person who's supposed to meet you, actually be there waiting with a smile...just like Tertius said they would. While in Cape Town Tertius arranged for Chris from Big 6 Tours to be our driver. Chris spent several days driving us to the sites we were interested in seeing. What a terrific guy. He is funny, interesting and very knowledgeable of the area. When planning the trip you can count on Tertius to answer your countless questions promptly. Emails flew back and forth daily, especially as the trip got closer. Tertius provides a detailed printout of the itinerary and costs. A trip like this involves multiple reservations and small details. Tertius confirms reservations and checks and double checks the very smallest detail. The drivers he uses for tours and pick ups are extremely qualified, reliable and professional. Anything that was under Tertius' control was well covered and made for a pretty stress free trip and that can't be said very often about travel these days. Thank you Tertius for the best trip yet! Look forward to the next one! Mike and Sandy
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LT&S put together a fabulous trip for us! This was our third trip with them and each has been better than the last. It is unusual to have a trip with no loose ends, but Tertius is somehow able to pull it off....and at a remarkably moderate cost! We will use LT&S whenever possible to manage our travel adventures.
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Couldn’t recommend highly enough. Provided a discount on our rail journeys and attentive from beginning to end. Yvette was constantly in touch with us to ensure all went smoothly and it did!👍👍👍

Rovos Rail Victoria Falls to Pretoria [reverse trip also available from Pretoria]

Day 1

  • 17h00: Depart Victoria Falls station traveling to Hwange game reserve.
  • 19h30: Dinner is served in the dining cars en route to Kennedy siding for the overnight stop.

Day 2

  • 05h00: Early wake up call for breakfast before game drive.
  • 06h00: Game drive at the Hide.
  • 11h00: Brunch is served as the train travels along one of the longest stretches of straight railway line in Africa.
  • Dinner is served en route to the border at Beitbridge.

Day 3

  • 07h00: Breakfast is served.
  • 13h00: Cross the Tropic of Capricorn as lunch is served going to Warmbaths and Nylstroom.
  • 19h30: Dinner is served as the train passes the edge of the escarpment. Overnight at Pyramid.

Day 4

  • 07h00: Breakfast is served.
  • 10h00: Arrives at journey’s end in Pretoria.

Why Choose Rovos Rail for Your Adventure

Embark on a journey like no other aboard Rovos Rail, where every detail is meticulously designed to provide an unparalleled and unforgettable experience. With exquisite dining that tantalizes the palate, opulent accommodations that envelop you in comfort, and breathtaking views that captivate the soul, your adventure through the diverse landscapes of Southern Africa transforms into an extraordinary tale of discovery and wonder.

Revel in the charm and elegance of bygone eras as you savor the unique experiences along the way, all while enjoying the modern comforts that truly define luxury; this is a grand reimagining of travel, where memories are crafted and cherished for a lifetime.

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