Experience South Africa in all its breathtaking diversity on this unforgettable rail journey - truly a world in one country. From the sweeping grasslands of the gold-rich Highveld to the stark beauty of the Great Karoo, every stretch of track reveals a new side of the land. Wind through dramatic mountain ranges and the rolling vineyards of the Cape, with your journey concluding in Cape Town, South Africa's beloved Mother City, nestled beneath the majestic trio of Table Mountain, Devil's Peak, and Lion's Head.
Along the way, enjoy immersive stops that bring history to life. Step back in time in Matjiesfontein, a perfectly preserved Victorian village founded in 1890, complete with a charming railway museum right on the platform. In Kimberley, explore the fascinating Diamond Mine Museum and peer into the legendary Big Hole - the largest hand-dug excavation on Earth.
Your adventure concludes with a one-night stay at the luxurious Pepperclub Hotel in Cape Town, where comfort and style meet in the heart of the city. It's the perfect base from which to soak in the vibrant atmosphere of the Mother City after your extraordinary journey by rail.
This journey is more than a train ride - it's a rich tapestry of landscapes, stories, and timeless charm, crafted for travelers who seek both wonder and meaning in every mile.
includes:
3 Nights' onboard the 5* Rovos Rail in a Deluxe Suite from Pretoria to Cape Town
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Snacks
Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages on board the train
Guided excursions and entrance fees as per itinerary
Limited laundry service
One-way Transfer from Train Station to Pepperclub Hotel
1 Night accommodation at the 5* Pepperclub Hotel in a Deluxe Studio Suite including breakfast
One-way Transfer from Pepperclub Hotel to Airport
One-way flight including airline levies from Cape Town to Johannesburg
Valid for Selected Set Departures:
26 Jun '26
10 Jul '26
24 Jul '26
14 Aug '26
Rovos Rail Pretoria to Cape Town Itinerary:
DAY 1: PRETORIA
Depart Rovos Rail Station, Pretoria. Guests may freshen up in their Suites before joining fellow travelers in the lounge car or observation car at the rear of the train.
Please ensure the Train Manager or Administration Deputy is in possession of your passport.
Depart Rovos Rail Station, Pretoria and travel across the goldfields of the Witwatersrand and the broad grassland plains of the Highveld.
Lunch is served in the dining cars.
Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars.
Dinner is served in the dining cars en-route to Klerksdorp.
Overnight on board.
DAY 2: KIMBERLEY
Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10:00 en-route to Kimberley.
Lunch is served in the dining cars.
Enjoy a tour of Kimberley's Diamond Mine Museum and the Big Hole.
Dinner is served in the dining cars.
DAY 3: MATJIESFONTEIN
Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10:00.
The train travels through the Karoo, a vast semi-desert region that was once an enormous inland sea.
Lunch is served in the dining cars. After lunch, guests disembark at Whitehill Siding for a 5km guided walk into Matjiesfontein, or disembark directly at Matjiesfontein to explore the historic village, including the platform museum and vintage carriages near the Lord Milner Hotel.
Tea in the lounge and observation cars.
About an hour later, the train enters the first of four tunnels; note the first tunnel is 13.5km long, so guests should use caution when moving through the train and turn on lights if needed.
Dinner is served as the train climbs 750m down the escarpment towards Worcester
DAY 4: CAPE TOWN
Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10:00 as the train makes its way through the scenic Hex River Valley.
Arrive at Cape Town Station, where you will be met and transferred to the Pepperclub Hotel for your overnight stay.
Enjoy the evening at leisure in the heart of Cape Town.
DAY 5: CAPE TOWN | DEPARTURE
Breakfast is served until 10:00. Check-out and meet your transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your flight to Johannesburg - marking the end of your journey.
excludes:
All Items of a personal nature
Meals not mentioned