Palace Tours - Luxury Tours Collection 12000 Biscayne Blvd suite 107, Miami, Florida 33181 USA Telephone: +1 786 408 0610 Call Us 1-800-724-5120 Cape Town Journey : Rovos Rail (Southbound) For many visitors to South Africa, there is no finer way to see the country than on the popular 48-hour weekly journeys between Pretoria and Cape Town. This 1 600-kilometre 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. Journey’s end is Cape Town, the Mother City of South Africa, cradled by the imposing bulk of Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak and Lion’s Head. Highlights of the north- and southbound routes include a visit to the historic village of Matjiesfontein; this authentic perfectly preserved Victorian Village, which was founded by Mr Logan as a refreshment stop in 1890, also boasts an impressive museum on the platform. Another stop is made in Kimberley providing an opportunity to enjoy a city tour and a visit to the Diamond Mine Museum and the world’s largest man-made excavation, the Big Hole. Itinerary Day 1 - Board Rovos Rail, the Pride of Africa Depart Rovos Rail’s private Capital Park Station this afternoon aboard the Pride of Africa, one of the most luxurious trains in the world. Dinner and overnight is spent on the train. (Breakfast 07h00-10h00 • Lunch 13h00 • High Tea 16h00 • Dinner 19h30) Day 2 - Discover Kimberley Arrive in Kimberley this morning. Leave the train for a tour of the Diamond Museum and visit the world’s largest man-made excavation, the ‘Big Hole’. Depart from Kimberley around lunchtime and proceed overnight via De Aar and Beaufort West for Matjiesfontein. Day 3 - Disembark the train at Cape Town Your morning is spent at te historic village of Matjiesfontein. The train will depart and proceeds via Touws River and Worcester to Cape Town. Arrive at Cape Town Station’s Platform 24 at 18h00. Destination Information Cape Town Cape Town is the most beautiful and popular tourist destinations in South Africa due to its good climate, natural setting, and relatively well-developed infrastructure. It is the provincial capital of the Western Cape, as well as the legislative capital of South Africa, where the National Parliament and many government offices are located. Also famous for its harbor as well as, its natural setting in the Cape floral kingdom, including such well-known landmarks as Table Mountain and Cape Point. Many tourists visit Cape Town's beaches, which are popular with local residents. Kimberley The capital of the Northern Cape, located near the Orange River. Kimberley is synonymous worldwide with diamonds. In 1871, diamonds were found on a small hill that became known as Colesberg Koppie (later Kimberley). Within a few months there were over 30,000 men toiling in an area roughly 300m by 200m. When the hill had been dug away, they simply carried on digging. The result was "The Big Hole", in fact the largest man-made hole in the world, and now a prominent tourist attraction in Kimberley. The Big Hole is dormant now, Cape Town Journey : Rovos Rail (Southbound)(© www.palacetours.com) 1/8 but the Kimberley Mine Museum recreates what it was like in its heyday. Matjiesfontein The town of Matjiesfontein is a national monument. James Douglas Logan developed the Victorian buildings that make up the town as a health resort. Many high-ranking people, such as Cecil John Rhodes and Sir Randolph Churchill, were seen at the resort. During the Anglo-Boer War, the British used Matjiesfontein, as a base. At the same time, Logan built the Milner Hotel, whose turret was used as a lookout by the troops. Pretoria Pretoria located in the northern part of Gauteng Province, South Africa. It is one of the country's three capital cities, serving as the executive (administrative) and official de facto capital; the other two being Cape Town and Bloemfontein, respectively the legislative and judicial capitals. You can find palaces such The Union Buildings, The Voortrekker Monument, The National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, Church Square, Marabastad, Menlyn Park. Also has a different variety of museum such as Kruger House, Melrose House, Voortrekker Monument, Freedom Park, Transvaal Museum and African Window. Price Chart All Rates in US$ per person including ALL taxes and surcharges Group Tour Rates Class Dates Single Rate Double Rate Triple Rate Deluxe Suite For departures February 22,2019 Deluxe Suite US$ 4,093 US$ 2,729 N/A through September 27,2019 Pullman Suite For departures February 22,2019 Pullman Suite US$ 2,711 US$ 1,808 N/A through September 27,2019 Royal Suite For departures February 22,2019 Royal Suite US$ 5,448 US$ 3,632 N/A through September 27,2019 Departures Feb 2019 22 Mar 2019 1,6,8,13,15,20,22,29 Apr 2019 5,12,19,26 May 2019 3,10,17,24,31 Jun 2019 7,14,21,26,28 Jul 2019 5,12,19,26 Aug 2019 2,9,14,16,23,28,30 Sep 2019 6,11,13,20,25,27 PLEASE NOTE: The above rates are calculated based on the local currency (ZAR) and are subject to change based on exchange rate fluctuations. Your balance payment will be due and payable based on the exchange rate at that time. An option to pay in full and lock in today's exchange rate is also available; please contact us for details. The following is included in your tour cost: - Three superb meals daily on board the train, all beverages including alcohol - Sightseeing excursions as per itinerary accompanied by a qualified English-speaking tour guide - Entrance fees to places of interest as specified in the itinerary - 24-hour room service and bar facilities - Government taxes Cape Town Journey : Rovos Rail (Southbound)(© www.palacetours.com) 2/8 - Limited on-board laundry service - Accommodation on board the train or at game reserves/hotels as specifically mentioned in the itinerary - Meals taken at game reserves/hotels as specified in the itinerary The following is excluded from your tour cost: - Off-train beverages - Off-train laundry services - Telephone calls - Memorabilia purchases/souvenirs - Gratuities or items of a personal nature - Domestic or international airfare - Transfers to/from the train station - Any other items not specifically mentioned as "included" Tariff is subject to revision without notice. Please call to inquire about our child policy/rates. Accommodation Rovos Rail , Rovos Rail (5 -Star) Rovos Rail - South Africa Rovos Rail operates two classic 20-coach, 72 berth trains as well as a third 13-coach, 42-berth Edwardian train which is available year round for charter. Each one of these carriages, from kitchen cars to sleeper coaches and guards vans, has its own story. The coaches have been painstakingly rebuilt and the use fine wood paneling, traditional furnishings and period décor have ensured an atmosphere of elegance and grandeur. Exquisite pillared dining cars are a signature of the Rovos Rail trains. Facilities 42-seater dining cars to accommodate the maximum complement of 72 passengers in total comfort at one sitting • Wide selection of meals at the charming Victorian atmosphere of the Dining Cars • Non-smoking Observation Car seats 32 passengers with enlarged windows and open-air balconies • A smoking and Non smoking lounge areas • Gift Shop. The Royal Suites - Rovos Rail , Rovos Rail (5* -Star) Rovos Rail - South Africa The Royal Suites, each of which take up half a carriage, are spacious and elegant, measuring approximately 16 sq meters in size (172 sq ft). The very spacious suites offer passengers the opportunity to travel in privacy, comfort and luxury, with fittings and facilities that are of the highest standard. Facilities Private lounge area • Full bathroom with Victorian bath • Separate shower • Air-conditioned suites • Can accommodate two people offering the option of twin or spacious double beds • Equipped with a writing surface • Personal safe • Bar fridge • 24 hours Room service • En-suite bathrooms with hot showers, hair dryers and shaver plugs. The Deluxe Suites - Rovos Rail , Rovos Rail (5 -Star) Rovos Rail - South Africa The Deluxe suites, measuring approximately 11 sq meters (118 sq feet) can accommodate two passengers in either twin or double beds. The very spacious suites offer passengers the opportunity to travel in privacy, comfort and luxury, with fittings and facilities that are of the highest standard. Cape Town Journey : Rovos Rail (Southbound)(© www.palacetours.com) 3/8 Facilities Lounge area • Air-conditioned suites • Offering the option of twin or spacious double beds • Equipped with a writing surface • Personal safe • Bar fridge • 24 hours Room service • En-suite bathrooms with hot showers, hair dryers and shaver plugs. The Pullman Suites , Rovos Rail (4 -Star) Rovos Rail - South Africa A third level of accommodation, the Pullman suite is approximately 7 square meters (76 sq ft) in size and while it includes the identical bathroom to that of the deluxe suites, the bedroom is smaller with a one up one down bunk for twin requirements or a double bed for couples. During the day this can be converted into a comfortable couch. Rovos Rail suites offer passengers the opportunity to travel in privacy, comfort and luxury, with fittings and facilities that are of the highest standard. Facilities Air-conditioned suites • Accommodates two people, offering the option of twin or spacious double beds • Equipped with a writing surface • Personal safe • Bar fridge • 24 hours Room service • En-suite bathrooms with hot showers, hair dryers and shaver plugs. ** The above accommodations are for reference and all efforts will be made to give these accommodations.