Ken Slingerland2024-03-11My wife and I just returned to Canada from a remarkable Africa trip . Luxury Trains&Safaris/Tertius Bester was an incredible help as we planned our 24 day trip to Africa. Going into this trip with all the unknowns, Tertius was a great help and a must go to source with some or all your bookings. We struggled getting a booking done (via email)with Rovos Train , and came across Luxury trains (Whats app #) and had instant responses from Tertius. As everything was so new to us we had an abundance of questions and had immediate responses . Within couple days we(through Luxury Trains&Safaris)were booked on an awe-inspiring 4 day Rovos train trip from Pretoria to Cape-Town . Not knowing what to expect, and definitely not disappointed , it was a very unique train ride that Tertius booked for us and highly recommended. As we planned the last week of our trip in Plettenberg Bay (Tsala tree house) and the 12 Apostles in Cape Town Tertius was a awesome with the instant responses in answering our questions and offering to book whatever we needed booked or arranged. For all your bookings and questions about highlights/ safety / accommodation we highly recommend Luxury Trains . Thank you Tertius for all the work/effort and the straight forward and unbiased responses. You helped make our trip a huge success 🙌 Ken & Diane
Ornaith Collins2024-02-19Yvette went above and beyond to ensure we experienced the trip of a lifetime we had waited so long for. The organisation of our trip was flawless thanks to Yvette. Continous communication and consideration was highly appreciated. We felt safe in her hands. The rovos rail was 100% best food, wine, and extraordinary service. Would highly recommend her services to friends in Ireland. Thank you, Mary and Jarlath
Tina Janis2024-02-09I don't think I can add anything to the many excellent reviews posted here except to say that our 25th wedding anniversary trip was so much more than we expected. Every detail was covered, every piece of information we needed to make the experience pleasant & carefree was supplied. Tertius suggested an alternative itinerary to the one Patrick requested, and it was absolutely perfect. We did everything! Johannesburg to Capetown to the Blue Train to Mdluli Lodge in Kruger Park, then Victoria Falls and on to the Rovos Rail and back to Pretoria. We're already planning the next one ... wherever we go, it will be with Tertius' help, we hope and pray! Thank you for an amazing trip. Patrick & Tina McMenamin
michele travers2023-11-05We had the best experience and many fond memories Highly recommend using Tertius to help plan your trip Very knowledgeable and always recommended the best accommodations Not one single regret! Great scenery along the way and a stop at the Kimberly mine on the Blue train. Awesome food and you meet many great people from over the world while enjoying the passing scenery in a luxury coach Thank you!
Peter Tu2023-07-30We stumbled upon the hidden gem of Tertius Bester at New Fusion Trading by accident. Initially, we had planned to book a 5-star train ride, but Mr. Beater's service turned out to be truly impeccable. He provided excellent suggestions and tips, and we ended up using his assistance for various other services like airline tickets and local shuttle rides. His responsiveness over email and meticulous attention to detail left a lasting impression on us. Without a doubt, we'll be relying on New Fusion Trading for all our future trips to South Africa and neighboring countries.
Angela Barreau2023-04-27I was very sceptical when I accidentally clicked onto this sight but Tertius Bester proved himself as honest and reliable. He arranged for my stay in Cape Town, Rovos rail and transfers with reliable drivers throughout including a stay in Victoria Falls. Everything ran very smoothly and his local knowledge was invaluable. An unforgettable experience. I thoroughly recommend Tertius and New Fusion .
David Acceler82023-04-15We had the most magical experience on the Rovos Rail for my parents golden wedding Anniversary! Everything was 100% and we had an amazing team looking after us. A special shout out to our barman JP for his excellent service, he is a true credit to your brand. I would recommend this trip of a lifetime to everyone.
Sandra Duncan2023-04-15We celebrated our 50th Wedding anniversary by taking the Rovos Rail trip from Victoria Falls to Pretoria and it was the best decision we made it was absolutely wonderful. Tertius from New Fusion Trading did all the hard work for us booking everything and he was amazing and so patient with our constant queries and changing dates. We had a sunset cruise on the Zambezi before boarding the train it was a perfect start to our adventure. We would highly recommend this trip if you want something truly special and its definitely a bucket list thing to do. Thank you Tertius for giving us a truly memorable anniversary celebration.
S. Wensink2023-04-01Tertius turned out yo be a godsend. Initially i wasnt sure if i was being reckless entrusting my Anniversary trip to someone i found on the Internet. However Tertius responded to my questions quickly and in a detailed manner. Everything he organised went as promised and the trip was a complete success. He organised hotels and activities in Zambia and Zimbabwe and the luxury Rovos Rail trip too. In South Africa he organised a Safari and transfers to and from Joburg airport. Tertius is a knowledgeable thorough professional and 100% trustworthy. I recommend him if you need to organise a memorable trip throughout southern africa. Thanks Tertius
 Rovos Rail, established in 1989, established an international reputation as a world-class luxury train. These bespoke Rovos safaris through the heart of Africa combine great scenery with the glamour of the golden age of rail travel. Rovos Rail offers 11 journeys, incorporating Shonglolo Express trips, lasting from 48 hours to 15 nights. Luxury trains and Safaris combine any of these Rovos Rail train trips with an extension at Victoria Falls and Cape Town. Ticket prices vary according to the number of days on the train and it is priced per person sharing, or as a single plus supplement.Â
One of the exciting combinations offered by Rovos Rail is the **Victoria Falls to Cape Town** journey. This 8-night adventure includes:
A. 3 or 4 nights on the Rovos Rail Victoria Falls Journey
B. 1 to 2 nights at the Captial Menlyn Main in Pretoria between Rovos Rail Vic Falls and Cape Town journeys.Â
C. 3 nights on the Rovos Rail Cape Town Journey
Additionally, there’s a 4-night Victoria Falls travel plan for travelers flying from Victoria Falls to Durban, with an overnight stay at the Captial Menlyn Maine.Â
Another option is the **Durban & Victoria Falls** combination, which spans **6 or 7 nights**:
A. 2 nights on Rovos Rail Durban Safari
B. 1 or 2 nights at the Capital Menlyn Maine.Â
C. 3 or 4 nights on Rovos Rail Victoria Falls Journey**
These Rovos Rail combinations allow you to experience the diverse landscapes in Southern Africa, from lush vineyards and vibrant cities [ Cape Town is a top 10 experience] to iconic natural wonders like Victoria Falls. Whether you’re sipping fine wine aboard a luxurious train or exploring historic sites during guided tours, Rovos promises an unforgettable journey. South Africa Rail luxury tour options include Rovos Rail or Blue Train and it all depends on available time and personal choice. Luxury trains and Safaris will guide you to find the right choice.Â
Rovos Rail Durban Safari is a great 2 night 800 km journey including a safari experience. The trip opertaes between Durban and Pretoria, in both directions. Here are the highlights of this remarkable Rovos experience:
Nambiti Conservancy: This safari takes you to the Nambiti Conservancy, a Big Five private retreat nestled within 20,000 acres of malaria-free bushveld in KwaZulu-Natal. The conservancy boasts diverse ecosystems, including savannah, grasslands, thornveld, and tall acacia trees.
Game Drives: Embark on thrilling game drives within the Nambiti Conservancy. Keep your eyes peeled for encounters with majestic wildlife, including lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and buffalo.
Battlefield Tale: Immerse yourself in history with a captivating battlefield tale narrated by a world-class historian. Explore the rich heritage of the region and learn about significant events that shaped South Africa.
Ardmore Ceramics: Discover the enchanting world of Ardmore Ceramics. These unique ceramics are inspired by the rhythm, color, dance, and spirit of the Zulu people. Ardmore’s influence extends beyond Africa, captivating imaginations worldwide.
Scenic Route: As the train winds its way, enjoy breathtaking views of the Drakensberg Mountains and the picturesque landscapes of KwaZulu-Natal.
Valley of a Thousand Hills: Trundle through the Valley of a Thousand Hills, a region known for its stunning vistas and cultural significance.
Whether you’re traveling from Pretoria to Durban or vice versa, the Rovos Rail promises an unforgettable adventure that combines luxury, history, and the natural beauty of South Africa with their Durban Safari. This trip can also be combined with Victoria Falls with an onvernight stay in Pretoria. Contact us for more information on any Rovos Rail package.
Rovos Rail has been advising since 2019 that they are dependent on Transnet for traction and infrastructure services. Rovos considered cancelling this route due to delays but decided to add an extra day to deal with the problem. Twelve of the fourteen trips in 2022 went well. Rovos also have permission to use their own diesel traction power on a section of the line between Pretoria and Kimberly.  Â
Rovos Rail Honeymoon Collection – 5 nights
3 nights Rovos Rail Victoria Falls Journey + 2 nights Stanley & Livingstone Boutique Hotel (or reverse)
Rovos Rail Old Drift Collection – 5 nights
3 nights Rovos Rail Victoria Falls Journey + 2 nights Old Drift Lodge (or reverse)
Rovos Rail Zambezi Collection – 6/7 nights
3-night Rovos Rail Victoria Falls Journey+ 1/2 nights at Victoria Falls Hotel + 2 nights Zambezi Queen River Cruise (or reverse)
Rovos Rail Cape Town & Durban Collection – 9 nights
2 nights St James Guesthouses + 2 nights Rovos Rail Cape Town Journey + 2 nights Pretoria Capital Menlyn Maine + 2 nights Rovos Rail Durban Safari + 1 night Durban Hilton Hotel (or reverse)
Rovos Rail Cape Town to Victoria Falls Collection – 10 nights
2 nights St James Guesthouses + 2 nights Rovos Rail Cape Town Journey + 1 night Pretoria Capital Menlyn Maine + 3 nights Rovos Rail Victoria Falls Journey + 2 nights Victoria Falls Hotel
Rovos Rail Victoria Falls to Cape Town Collection – 11 nights
2 nights Victoria Falls Hotel + 3 nights Rovos Rail Victoria Falls Journey + 2 nights Pretoria Capital Menlyn Maine +  2 nights Rovos Rail Cape Town Journey + 2 nights St James Guesthouses
Rovos Rail Durban to Victoria Falls Collection – 10 nights
2 nights Oyster Box Hotel + 2 nights Rovos Rail Durban Safari + 1 night Pretoria Capital Menlyn Maine + 3 nights Rovos Rail Victoria Falls Journey + 2 nights Victoria Falls Hotel
Rovos Rail Victoria Falls to Durban Collection – 11 nights
2 nights Victoria Falls Hotel + 3 nights Rovos Rail Victoria Falls Journey + 2 nights Pretoria Capital Menlyn Maine + 2 nights Rovos Rail Durban Safari + 2 nights Oyster Box Hotel
ROVOS RAIL GUESTHOUSES IN CAPE TOWN…
Before or after a journey on Rovos Rail, guests can stay at one of our five-star seaside retreats in St James, Cape Town. stjamesguesthouses.com
There are various custom packages on offer, done in consultation, to find the best fit for your budget and available time. Â
Talk to us now about Rovos Rail 2021 Prices and packages
CREATE A COMBINATION OF ROVOS RAIL SHORT AND LONGÂ JOURNEYS
• Cape Town & Victoria Falls 6/7 nights
2 nights Rovos Rail Cape Town Journey + 1/2 nights Pretoria Sheraton + 3 nights Rovos Rail Victoria Falls Journey (or reverse)
• Durban & Victoria Falls 6/7 nights
2 nights Rovos Rail Durban Safari + 1/2 nights Pretoria Sheraton + 3 nights Rovos Rail Victoria Falls Journey (or reverse)
• Cape Town & Durban 6 nights
2 nights Rovos Rail Cape Town Journey + 2 nights Pretoria Sheraton + 2 nights Rovos Rail Durban Safari (or reverse)
Other exciting options include:
The 2-night Cape Town before/after the 9-day Golf Safari or 9/10-day Rovos Namibia Safari; the 9/10-day Namibia Safari (WVB-PRY) with the 3/4-night Victoria Falls trip (PRY-VFA); the 9/10-day Namibia Safari (WVB-PRY) with the 10/11-day African Collage (PRY-CPT)… Most of our short trips also combine well with our Shongololo Express journeys.
OUR GUESTHOUSES IN CAPE TOWN…
Before or after a journey on the train, guests can stay at one of our five-star seaside retreats in St James, Cape Town. www.stjamesguesthouses.com
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This panoramic journey on the Pride of Africa covers a large portion of South Africa and includes a golfing and non-golfing itinerary. After a game drive in the Kruger National Park the Rovos train travel trough Eswatini to Hluhluwe Game Reserve for a visit. The next stop is Durban for a City Tour. Traverse the valley of a thousand hills to Spionkop Lodge, a perfect base to explore battlefields of the past. Continue to Port Elizabeth for a game drive at Addo Elephant Park. The next stop is the Ostrich capital in Oudtshoorn to visit an Ostrich farm. The crossing of the Outeniqua mountains is an impressive descent to the Indian ocean and George. After visiting the natural paradise of Knysna the Rovos train traverses the Garden Route to the Cape Winelands.
The African Collage and Good Hope will merge to become 11 nights. The running times have been tweaked with the addition of visits to the Kingdom of eSwatini, Golden Gate National Park, the picturesque town of Clarens and Bloemfontein, the city of roses. Herewith the new African Collage itineraries:Â
Rovos Rail offers a nine-day luxury train safari from the savannahs of the South Africa Highveld to the Atlantic Ocean in Namibia. Departing from Pretoria, the first stop is Kimberley, the center of one of the world’s famous diamond rushes where there is an opportunity to savor the 1870s atmosphere of the mining village. The train traverses the stark vistas of the Northern Cape to the Fish River Canyon in Namibia – second in size to the Grand Canyon – There are 6 journeys, in both directions from April to May. Rovos Rail announcment:Â
The Namibia Safari and Dune Express journeys will merge to become 11 nights. The running times have been tweaked with the addition of a visit to Kolmanskop and Lüdertiz, known for its museum, architecture and coastal wildlife. Herewith the new Namibia Safari itineraries:
–Â Namibia Safari: Pretoria-Walvis Bay Journey Info 2024
–Â Namibia Safari: Walvis Bay-Pretoria Journey Info 2024
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This luxury 15-day train journey from Cape Town, or Dar Es Salaam, travels through South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Tanzania and is one of the most famous luxury train trips in the world. The five-star train trip starts in Cape Town taking guests to the historic village of Matjiesfontein, the diamond town of Kimberley, and the capital city of Pretoria for short tours followed by two nights at the Madikwe Game Reserve*.
Rovos Rail Prices start at $13 200 per person sharing in a Pullman gold suite.
Rovos Rail sets off from the Tanzanian Capital for a 15-day trip starting or ending in Lobito. This copper way route connects Lobito in the West with Dar Es Salaam in the East. Trip Highlights include
Rovos Rail Prices 2020 start at $13200 per person sharing in a Pullman gold suite
Rovos Rail is starting a new Victoria Falls rail journey in July 2022. This 15-day railway safari from Lobito starts or ends at Victoria Falls. Trip highlights includeÂ
The Rovos Rail Ticket Price starts at $13 200 per person sharing in Pullman Gold Suites. Reserve your Pride of Africa Railway ticket now
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Shongololo Express is a Deluxe train offering three 12-15 day regional trips to Cape Town, Namibia, and Victoria Falls. Check the Dune Express, Southern Cross, and Good Hope prices here Â
Blue Train offers good value for 202425 season and currently the best priced luxury train deal in Africa. A 2-night trip between Cape Town and Pretoria is run on a weekly basis. Deluxe and Luxury suites with full or 3/4 baths and 24-hour butler service. All meals, drinks and excursions are included in the price.
Rovos Rail offers Pullman, Deluxe, or Royal Suites. Single tickets on Rovos Rail are subject to a 50% supplemental charge. Each train has accommodation carriages, dining cars (±42 seats), a lounge car (±26 seats), small gift shop, smoking lounge (±11 seats) and observation car (±32 seats) with open-air balcony. Maintaining the spirit of a bygone era, there are no radios or television sets on board. The three types of suites available – Pullman (7sqm), Deluxe (10sqm) and Royal (16sqm) – offer passengers privacy and comfort with double or twin beds and fittings and facilities that are of the highest standard. All have en-suites with shower, toilet, basin and bath (Royal only), tea facilities, safes, air conditioning, linen, and amenities and are serviced daily. There is adequate storage and small cupboards with hangers and shelves.Â
We welcome all travelers – singles, couples, and groups. The dining cars are made up of two-seaters and four-seaters where guests eat together or individually. Our lounge and observation cars – with their big picture windows, sofas, and booths – make for great mingling areas or quiet corners to while away the days.
Many of our passengers enjoy the formality of fine china and glassware, crisp linen and silver, and dress accordingly. Days onboard are smart casual while evening attire is more formal. On long journeys, we enjoy themed evenings where guests can dress up accordingly or opt for smart casual.
An enthusiastic team of chefs is responsible for overseeing the very important task of ensuring guests’ every need is catered for. There’s an accent on fresh local ingredients and traditional dishes are a specialty. Meals are served in one sitting only in the dining cars and are complemented by a selection of fine South African wines. Our bar menu is comprehensive although special items such as French Champagne would need to be requested in advance. Breakfast: 07:00-10:00 • Lunch: 13:00 • Tea: 16:30 • Formal Dinner: 19:30. Bar service is from 07:00-±01:00. All meals are served at these times unless otherwise stated in the itineraries.
The Cape Town luxury train trip takes three nights and covers 1600 km, with stops at the historic village of Matjiesfontein, an authentically preserved Victorian Village founded as a refreshment stop in 1890, and Kimberley, where you can visit the Diamond Mine Museum and the world’s largest man-made excavation, the Big Hole. The train consists of beautifully rebuilt coaches that carry a maximum of 72 passengers in 36 superbly appointed suites, each with a private bathroom, air-conditioning, and a personal safe. The train also has a lounge car, an observation car, and a dining car, where you can enjoy exquisite meals and fine wines.Â
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