The Blue Train - Rail Journeys across Southern Africa

The Blue Train is unique - it is not merely a train but combines the luxury of the world's leading hotels with the charm of train travel.  Think of it as an all inclusive luxury rail cruise with an opportunity to view South Africa's spectacular  landscapes and  visit  interesting tourist attractions along the way.  Take a journey into a timeless world of grace, elegance and romance, where spectacular scenery stirs your imagination and luxurious comfort soothes your body and soul.  It's a journey of a lifetime for those who appreciate the finer things in life.   ROUTES   The Blue Train travels four return routes:     - Pretoria to Cape Town (1 night) -  994 miles    - Pretoria to Victoria Falls (2 nights) - 329 miles    - Pretoria to Hoedspruit - Kruger National Park (1 night) -  991 miles   -  Cape Town to Port Elizabeth - Garden Route (2 nights) -  663 miles    THE BLUE TRAIN  The Blue Train has 18 carriages, is 416 yards long and can travel up to a speed of 68 miles per hour. Dining Saloon with seating for 42 people.   Main Lounge Car - in which high tea is served. Club Car - the only public area available to smokers. All public cars are air-conditioned.  No. of Bedrooms The Blue Train offers a choice of accommodation: Deluxe suites - either twin-bedded with a shower or double-bedded with a three-quarter size bath; Luxury suites - either twin- or double-bedded, with a full size bath with hand shower, and CD and video players.  The beds have been custom-designed for The Blue Train.  A butler pulls them out ready-made from a space in the suite wall, converting the lounge into a comfortable bedroom.  Each suite has its own fresh air intake and individual cooling/heating systems.  Find Similar Properties