The Window to South Africa

15 Day African Safari and Blue Train

Step aboard the Blue Train and sit back as some of the most varied scenery imaginable unfolds beyond the windows. With discreet and friendly service, top cuisine and a selection of South Africa’s finest wines, experience the extravagant elegance of the Blue Train Rail Journey from Cape Town to Pretoria.

This meander is a perfect illustration of South Africa as a world in one country. Travel the grasslands of the gold-rich Highveld to the haunting barrenness of the Great Karoo, trundle through the spectacular mountain ranges and scenic winelands of the Cape.
The guided safari game drives in the world-renowned Kruger National Park is unmatched in terms of the diversity and quantity of African wildlife and the beautiful vastness of its landscapes. You will be touched with the mystical empathy of man and beast, living together in harmony and with mutual respect of creatures to be born free.
The scenic tours in Cape Town with its unmatched natural beauty, amazing beaches, wonderful hospitality, and cultural diversity makes Cape Town one of the world’s greatest tourist destinations. Cape Town is cradled by the natural presence of Table Mountain (One of the Seven Wonders of the World) and forms a backdrop to a land so lovely that it appears to be a fantasy landscape. The tour of Table Mountain and Cape Peninsula will ensure you see the beauty of the wonderful landscape.

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Travelling solo $8,999

Prices include deposit of $699

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Group size: The tour and safaris are an independent tour. You will be joined by other guests of the Lodge and Hotels for the guided safari game drives and tours. The maximum permitted number of guests per safari vehicle for game drives are 9 passengers.

Pricing: All pricing is based in AUD (Australian Dollar)

Payments:

20twenty plus will invoice you for the deposit of $699 on completion of the booking form and is due within 24 hours of the booking being made. Bookings will be processed once the deposit has been paid.
The second payment of $2900.00 is due 2 months after your booking. Any surcharges for selected dates will be added to your second payment.
The final balance payment is due 4 months prior to your travel date and 20twenty plus will invoice you for the final payment.
Travel booked within 4 months of departure, the final payment is due on booking.
Payment of international flights are payable prior to tickets being issued.
Credit or debit card payments must be paid via BPAY or EFT and your client reference number will be on all invoices. The payment method will save you on any credit card fees.
Itinerary and Destination Information : Please refer to the itinerary below and click on the days for information for activities and accommodation etc. The destinations on the website will provide you general information on the destinations you will be visiting.

Day 1 - Depart Australia

Depart Australia today to begin your South African safari!

Day 2 - Overnight in Johannesburg

On arrival at Johannesburg Airport, proceed to the collection point (approximately 40 meters from the exit of the airport) for your transfer to your 5 star hotel, D’Orealle Grande for your overnight stay in Johannesburg. The hotel provides a complimentary return airport shuttle service. Relax and unwind from your flight.

Accommodation and meals: D’ Orealle Grande (B)

Day 3 - Kruger

After breakfast, the hotel’s airport shuttle service will provide you the transfer to the airport for your connecting flight to Nelspruit Airport – please book the departure time at the hotel reception. Upon arrival at Nelspruit, you will be met by a representative of your lodge and transferred to your luxury accommodation.

Later the evening enjoy a 3-course dinner in a beatiful enviroment to round off the day.

Accommodation and meals: Maqueda Lodge or similar (B,D)

Day 4 - Kruger

Today, start with an early morning game drive in the Kruger National Park. Ensure you bring your camera along as you will be spotting the BIG 5 in their natural environment. The abundance of species you will see will be an experience of a lifetime. Get up close to the animals in your specialised safari vehicle lead by an expert guide. The game drive is approximately 6-8 hours. Later this evening, enjoy a sumptuous 3 course dinner while swapping stories of your animal encounters earlier that day.

NB You will have a lunch break stopover in the Lower Sabi to stretch your legs and utilise the bathroom facilities if required. There is a restaurant where you can purchase light meals (for your own account).

Accommodation and meals: Maqueda Lodge or similar (B, D)

Day 5 - Kruger

Today is a free day. After breakfast, you may simply wish to relax and unwind from the previous days safaris or partake in an optional excursion to Swaziland or the Panoramic Day tour.

Please see optional extras below.

Accommodation: Maqueda Lodge or similar (B, D)

Day 6 - Kruger

Rise early again today for your second game drive in the Kruger National Park – you might spot animals you missed on the first game drive and encounter different experiences. Nothing comes close to experiencing the raw power of the lion hunt, the sheer bulk and force of the rhino, the delicacy and grace of the leopard, the supreme confidence of a herd of elephants and the adrenalin racing charge of the African buffalo.

Accommodation: Maqueda Lodge or similar (B,D)

Day 7 - Kruger - Cape Town

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the nearby Nelspruit Airport for your onward flight to Cape Town. On arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be met by one of our representatives and transferred to your hotel. Relax and spend the day at your leisure.

Accommodation: President Hotel or similar (B)

Day 8 - Cape Town

This morning after breakfast, you will be collected at your hotel and embark on a Full Day scheduled Cape Peninsula Tour of Cape Town. The tour includes a trip to Cape Point at the southern western tip of the Cape Peninsula with the most spectacular views. The Cape Point Nature Reserve comprises of 17300 acres of indigenous fauna and flora. Here you can see wildlife that includes baboon’s, rhebok, Cape Mountain Zebra, and the elusive eland. Bird watches will also find many fine species to observe. Visit the Boulders Beach to view the penguin colony (entrance for your own expense). This awe-inspiring tour to the towering headland known as Cape Point encompasses magnificent beaches, breathtaking views, and picturesque coastal villages. After the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel.

Accommodation: President Hotel or similar (B)

Day 9 - Cape Town

After your breakfast, you will be collected from your hotel by a representative of Afrogem. Enjoy a tour of their amazing diamond, tanzanite & gemstone factory, specialising in the rich mineral heritage of the African continent. The tour is approximately 30 minutes and concludes in their showroom where you can view their range of jewellery, loose gems and curios.

A representative from Afrogem will transfer you to the Table Mountain cableway.

You will ascend to the top (weather permitting) by the revolving cable car (tickets included). Here, you will see wildflowers and the famous silver tree, and marvel at a birds-eye view of the city and its beaches. On a cloudless day it is even possible to see Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned on one side and Cape Point on the other.

After the trip to Table Mountain – you will make your own way back to the hotel. The taxi service is based at the Cable Way Station and the transport is safe and reliable. Relax and enjoy your day at your leisure and a visit to the V&A Waterfront is recommended. There are many coffee shops, restaurants, and bars, most with spectacular harbour views and setting below Table Mountain.

Accommodation: President Hotel or similar (B)

Day 10 - Cape Town

Today is your free day and have the choice of 1 of the following 2 optional tours to “Discover More” (for your own account)

Wine Route tour of Franschhoek

You will be collected at your hotel after breakfast for the Wine Route Tour of Franschhoek. A combination of bus and tram – will transport you around a loop of seven stops to hop off at each stop and experience the activities on offer, be it wine tasting, a cellar tour, lunch or simply stroll through the vineyards. You will be transferred back to your hotel later the afternoon.

Tour of Robben Island

The Robben Island Tour includes a return boat trip across Table Bay and a tour of the infamous Maximum-Security Prison where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 27 years, interaction with an ex-political prisoner, a 45-minute bus ride with a guide providing commentary, the opportunity to explore the Murray’s Bay Harbour precinct attractions and the Museum Shop. Duration: 3.5 hours

Accommodation: President Hotel or similar (B)

Day 11 - Depart Cape Town on the Blue Train - Pretoria

After breakfast at your hotel, you will be collected and transferred to Cape Town Station for your journey to Pretoria on the world-famous Blue Train. Be greeted with pre – departure snacks and drinks before boarding the train. Upon boarding, step into a new world of luxury. You will be ushered by your butler to your suite and some orientation will be done by your butler. High tea is served at 16h00 in the non – smoking Lounge Cars with dinner served between 18h30 – 22h00. (Dinner is an elegant affair – men are requested to wear a jacket and women elegant evening wear).

Enjoy post – dinner drinks, Cognacs and Cuban cigars in the Club Car before retiring to bed.

Blue Train deluxe suite – High tea and dinner

Luxury suite upgrade – $615 per person. Please indicate the upgrade on the booking form under special requests.

Day 12 - Blue Train

Breakfast is served between 6h00 and 9h00.

Relax and spend the morning at your leisure. Enjoy the afternoon lunch before your off train excursion.

Off Train Excursion:

On arrival at Kimberley Station, guests will be ushered to a bus for a transfer to the Kimberley Open Mine Museum for a tour of the historic sites and Kimberley Big Hole. You will enjoy a glass of sherry before re boarding the Blue Train and the engraved sherry glass with the Blue Train logo is a momento for the guests to keep.

The Blue Train depart Kimberley station for the journey northbound to Pretoria.

Later the evening enjoy pre dinner drinks and dinner

Accommodation: Blue Train deluxe suite (B, L, D)

Day 13 - Arrival in Pretoria

Wake this morning in your luxurious train suite as the train continues its journey across South Africa. After breakfast, choose either to relax in your suite or in the comfort of the elegant lounge with large viewing windows. On arrival you will be assisted off the train and met at Pretoria Train Station for the transfer to your hotel in Pretoria. After check in enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure.

Accommodation: Southern Sun Hotel Pretoria (B)

Day 14 - Pretoria - JHB - Australia

After breakfast, you will be collected at your hotel for the transfer to Johannesburg International Airport for your homeward flight to Australia.

We are sure you will have a royal experience on the Blue Train and discovering the beauty and unique wildlife encounters in South Africa.

Accommodation: Southern Sun Hotel or similar (B)

Day 15 - Arrive in Australia

What’s included

Return airport and land transfers

All meals, local beer and wine and soft drinks on the Blue Train (except French Champagne)

Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary

Off train excursion to the Kimberley Big Hole

2 x Guided day game drives in the Kruger National Park

Cable car ride up Table Mountain

Cape Peninsula Tour

24 hour emergency contact services while on tour

Domestic flights as per the itinerary

Daily breakfast

3 course dinners at your lodge in the Kruger

Optional tours and activities

Panoramic Day Tour

The tour includes a visit to Blyde River Canyon, Gods Window and Bourkes Potholes which is a geological phenomenon. The Blyde River Canyon is the third deepest canyon in the world. Its scenery is unsurpassed, its vegetation is both varied and lush and provides a home to a rich selection of bird and wildlife. It ranks as one of the most spectacular sights in Africa. Cost: $295 per person

Swaziland Tour

After an early breakfast, you will visit a Swazi Village and gain insight to the Swazi culture and traditions. The tour includes an authentic African lunch, dancing, and an opportunity to interact with the local community.

Cost : $285 per person

Wine Route Tour in Franschhoek

You will be collected at your hotel after breakfast for the Wine Route Tour of Franschhoek. A combination of bus and tram - will transport you around a loop of seven stops to hop off at each stop and experience the activities on offer, be it wine tasting, a cellar tour, lunch or simply stroll through the vineyards. You will be transferred back to your hotel later the afternoon. Cost: $245 per person

Robben Island Tour

The Robben Island Tour (weather permitting) includes a return boat trip across Table Bay and a tour of the infamous Maximum-Security Prison where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 27 years, interaction with an ex-political prisoner, a 45-minute bus ride with a guide providing commentary, the opportunity to explore the Murray’s Bay Harbour precinct attractions and the Museum Shop. Duration: 3.5 hours. Return land transfers to the hotel are not included. Cost: $95 per person

V & A Waterfront

The V&A Waterfront is South Africa’s most-visited destination, and it attracts roughly 24 million visitors a year. There are five shopping districts where you’ll find everything from local designs to international brands, but there’s more to this destination than shopping. There are many coffee shops, restaurants, and bars, most with spectacular harbour views.

Not included

Personal expenses

Meals, drink and activities not included in the itinerary

Travel Insurance and visas

Optional activities not included in the itinerary

International flights

Accomodation

D 'Oreale Grande

The 5 star D' Oreale Grande has unsurpassed luxury coupled with state of the art facilities. Guests can dine at the Aurelias Restaurant and indulge their senses at Octavias Day Spa. The hotel is conveniently situated close to the O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg with a FREE shuttle service operating every 20 minutes between 06h00 and 23h00 daily from the airport.

Blue Train

The Blue Train has defined a new era of luxury travel, making the switch from steam to electric and diesel, linking veld to sea, tradition to progress, with a sense of style, grace, and mesmerising power that has never come close to being matched. The route between Pretoria and Cape Town is a 31-hour journey of 1 600 kilometers (994 miles), through some of the most diverse and spectacular scenery offered by the African sub-continent. The train journey is over 2 nights with all meals, drinks (excluding French Champagne) and the services of a butler. Kings and presidents have indulged on this magnificent, moving five-star “hotel-on-wheels”. From love-struck honeymooners, to adulated celebrities. And even ordinary folk who fantasize about a life of spectacular luxury, a life that has seemed tantalizingly out of reach. Until now… Welcome aboard The Blue Train. Your unforgettable experience is about to begin…

Maqueda Lodge

Maqueda Lodge is a family-owned boutique Safari Lodge situated in Marloth Park and borders the world-famous Kruger National Park. The location is approximately 20 minutes’ drive to the Kruger National Park Gate. In addition, The Lodge is ideally situated to enjoy day tours of the fascinating country of Swaziland as well as the famous Blyde River Canyon – part of the beautiful Panorama Route. Maqueda Lodge is surrounded by the natural beauty of the African bush. They often have non-human visitors to the lodge such as giraffe and zebra as Marloth Park is an area containing the general game.

President Hotel - Cape Town

Located in Bantry Bay between the vibrant city and the Atlantic Ocean, the President Hotel welcomes you to Cape Town and all its breathtaking sights, thrilling activities and inspiring experiences. Sophisticated luxury and personal service come standard, while local style, authentic artwork and innovative design set them apart as the most-loved destination hotel in the Mother City. It’s all you love about Cape Town and more.

A' Zambezi River Lodge

The A’ Zambezi River Lodge is, as its name indicates, on the banks of the Zambezi River in Zimbabwe. It is one of a handful of lodges in the Victoria Falls region that is situated on the banks of the Zambezi, one of Africa’s giant rivers. The A’ Zambezi River Lodge offers comfortable accommodation to families, couples and singles enjoying the scenic beauty of the Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. The Lodge with its traditional thatch architecture, is just 5 km from the famous Victoria Falls. The shuttle departing from the A’ Zambezi Lodge makes frequent visits to this natural wonder in Zimbabwe possible, so you will be able to see and do everything the Victoria Falls has to offer.

Southern Sun Hotel

Southern Sun Pretoria Southern Sun Pretoria is between the Union Buildings and the Breytenbach State Theatre. The outdoor pool is surrounded by landscaped grounds. All spacious rooms feature a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a private bathroom. Each offers city views or overlooks the pool. Wi-Fi facilities are available. Guests can choose from a breakfast buffet or enjoy lunch or dinner in the Oasis Restaurant. The hotel bar offers a variety of drinks and snacks. The Pretoria provides self-service workstations, where guests can print, scan and fax. The gym includes modern equipment. Loftus Versfeldpark and Loftus Versfeld Rugby Stadium are a 4-minute drive from the hotel. Eastwood Shopping Center is a 3-minute walk away and OR Tambo International Airport is approximately 30 kilometers from the property.

Travel dates

The tour date selected on the booking form is the tour commencement date and not the departure date from Australia.

All international flights must arrive in Johannesburg on the dates below.

Below are the tour commencement dates 2023 :

Travel dates 2023

There are now limited suites available as per the below dates. We suggest you book early due to the high demand.

5 May 2023 – 2 suites available per departure date

31 June 2023 – 2 suites available

7 July 2023 – 2 suites available per departure date

4 August 2023 – 1 suite available

11 August 2023 – 1 suite available per departure date

26 August 2023 – High Season surcharge of $375 per person – 2 suites available

1, 15 September 2023 – High Season surcharge of $375 per person – 2 suites available per departure date

Travel dates in 2024: Cost $7559 per person twin share

31 March 2024 – 2 suites available

13 , 27 April 2024 – 2 suites available on each date

4, 31 May 2024 – 2 suite available

8 , 27 July 2024 – 2 suites available on each date

3 August 2024 – 2 suites available

Additional activities rate for 2024:

Robben Island:$105

Wine Route Tour:$272

Helicopter flight over the Vic Falls:$345

Boma Dinner:$155

Flights

Domestic flights are included in your package. JHB – Vic Falls – Kruger – Cape Town

We are able to arrange your international flights (recommended) from Australia to Johannesburg or Cape Town to ensure you have one point of contact for your tour. Please indicate in the special request of the booking form if you would like us to arrange a quote on your international flights.

International airfare prices are subject to the date of travel, availability and increase without notice and not guaranteed until paid. International flight costs are only available 10 – 11 months prior to your departure date as the airlines only open their booking system for this period. Any variance in costs are for the clients own account.

Check in time for international flights are 3 hours prior to departure. Please reconfirm flights with the airlines 24 hours prior to departure in the event of any schedule changes and we cannot contact you in time to advise you accordingly.

It is the passengers responsibility to ensure your passport has more than 6 months validity from return date.

No refunds of flights are permitted once the flights have been issued. Change of dates for flights issued will incur a change of date cost.

Baggage allowance vary on domestic flights and the allowance is 20 kg for checked in luggage and 7 kg for carry – on luggage.

Please refer to the terms and conditions for flights that have been issued.

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