Climb aboard one of the most luxurious trains in the world for an African adventure that includes a four-night hotel stay in Cape Town and five-star game lodge safari.
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From scintillating wildlife sightings and iconic natural wonders to a luxurious rail journey and immersive tours, explore Africa’s greatest treasures on this remarkable holiday.
Your holiday begins in Johannesburg, where you’ll check into a five-star hotel before flying to Livingstone to discover the mighty Victoria Falls. Explore the falls’ many tiers during a walking tour and set sail on a sunset river safari.
Spend three nights at Pilanesberg National Park at the Ivory Tree Game Lodge, enjoying scintillating game drives in search of Africa’s Big Five*. In Pretoria, join Rovos Rail for your three-night journey to Cape Town, relishing off-train excursions in stunning locations. Arriving in Cape Town, you’ll be met with a four-night hotel stay, a tour of the Cape Peninsula and an authentic 14-dish “taste safari” farewell dinner.
** Departure dates availabile from Sep 2025 - Sep 2026**
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Inclusions
All-Inclusive Rail Journey
3 night all-inclusive luxury Rovos Rail journey from Pretoria to Cape Town with off-train excursions
Fully Escorted Tours
Lady Livingstone Sunset Cruise
Victoria Falls
Chobe National Park
Pilanesberg National Park*
Cape Peninsula
Cape Town Farewell Dinner
Hotel Stays
1 night five-star stay in Johannesburg at the Peermont D’oreale Grande Hotel with breakfast
3 night four-star hotel stay in Livingstone at The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa with breakfast
3 night five-star hotel stay in Pilanesberg National Park at the Ivory Tree Game Lodge with breakfast, lunch and dinner
4 night four-star hotel stay in Cape Town at the Southern Sun the Cullinan with breakfast
All Flights, Taxes & Transfers
Overnight flights
Holiday duration includes overnight flights when applicable and is subject to change.
Named hotels are based on availability and are subject to change without notice. Alternative hotels will always be of equal or higher star rating.
*Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Fly Overnight to Johannesburg
Your holiday begins as you fly from Australia to your destination.
Day 2 - Johannesburg: Hotel Stay
Arriving in Johannesburg, your holiday begins with a one-night hotel stay at the five-star Peermont D’oreale Grande Hotel.
Day 3 - Livingstone: Hotel Stay
Today you’ll transfer to The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa on the banks of the stunning Zambezi River. Blending in with its lush surroundings, this hotel is only five kilometres upstream from Victoria Falls.
Day 4 - Livingstone: Tour & Hotel Stay
Begin your day with an escorted walking tour, followed by a breathtaking river cruise along the glorious Zambezi River. Taki in the African sunset as you glide serenely up to Siloka Island, passing abundant wildlife along the riverbanks.
Day 5 - Livingstone: Tour & Hotel Stay
Relish a quintessential safari experience in Chobe National Park. Come morning, you’ll head out in search of elephants and big cats*. Following a lunch stop, your tour will then continue by boat in the afternoon.
Day 6 - Pilanesberg National Park: Hotel Stay
Today you’ll transfer to Pilanesberg National Park, where your three-night safari lodge stay awaits.
Days 7 – 8 - Pilanesberg: Tour & Hotel Stay
Take in the sights of this incredible nature reserve and enjoy unforgettable safari game drives, available twice daily, in search of Africa’s iconic Big Five* comprising lions, buffalo, elephants, rhinos and leopards.
Day 9 - Pretoria: Board the Rovos Rail
Board the Rovos Rail for your journey to Cape Town, travelling across the goldfields of the Witwatersrand, the vast wilderness of the Karoo and the scenic winelands of the cape.
Day 10 - Kimberley
Stop for a tour of the Kimberley Mine Museum and the Big Hole. It’s a place where up to 50,000 miners once toiled with little more than picks and shovels in their arduous search for the precious gemstone.
Day 11 - Matjiesfontein
Wind your way through the Karoo, a vast semi-desert, before disembarking at Whitehill Siding and walking to Matjiesfontein. Enjoy an off-train excursion in the historic village, with its collection of vintage cars and railway carriages.
Days 12 – 13 - Cape Town: Alight the Rovos Rail & Hotel Stay
Alighting Rovos Rail in Cape Town, your adventure continues with a four-night hotel stay. During time at leisure you could explore historical Robben Island, visit the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens or indulge in the Cape Wineland’s world-class wines.
Day 14 - Cape Town: Tour & Hotel Stay
Today you’ll head out on a tour of the Cape Peninsula, driving along the stunning Adriatic coast past Sea Point and Camps Bay. Visit the fishing village of Hout Bay and seek out wildlife in Cape Point Nature Reserve.
Day 15 - Cape Town: Tour & Hotel Stay
Celebrate your last night in Cape Town with an authentic African dinner experience at Cape Town’s GOLD Restaurant. Get swept away by interactive entertainment like Mali puppetry, djembe drums and traditional storytelling.
Days 16 – 17 - Cape Town: Fly Home
Your holiday is complete, today you’ll head to the airport for your flight home.
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Dates/Prices
Departures
Deluxe Suite
Royal Suite
Feb - July 2025
$13,599pp*
$15,599pp*
*Advertised price is based on on 25 September 2025 departure date* per person twin share and is subject to change and availability, correct as of 6 November 2024.
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Booking terms and conditions apply.
* Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
