Rovos Rail Pretoria to Victoria Falls Luxury Train Journey 3 or 4 nights

This delightful 3/4 night train journey from Pretoria to Victoria Falls (or vice versa) offers a relaxing interlude within a busy safari itinerary. It passes Hwange National Park where animals can be spotted from the train, before arriving in style in Victoria Falls.
DURATION

3 Nights

PRICING FROM

₤ 2,015 (PPS)

Overview

Another stunning luxury train excursion in South Africa is the delightful Rovos Rail Pretoria to Victoria Falls train journey. It combines contrasting scenery in two countries and game-viewing with the glamour and excitement of the golden age of rail.

This delightful three or four night journey winds its way south past the goldfields of the Witwatersrand. You then cross the border into Zimbabwe. Then you spend a relaxing two nights meandering up through Zimbabwe. You pass through Hwange National Park where you can spot animals from the train. You stop for an afternoon game drive before arriving in style at Victoria Falls on the final morning.

The Rovos Rail Train

This beautifully restored train comprises luxury coaches drawn by vintage-steam locomotives. The coaches have been splendidly refurbished in Edwardian style with special attention to detail, comfort and luxury.

On the Rovos Rail Pretoria to Victoria Falls Journey, you can choose between three different compartment sizes, all of which are en suite. The Pullman suite is the smallest compartment size with banquettes which are converted into beds. The Deluxe suite are more spacious with a permanent bed. Or, choose the top end Royal suite which is even more spacious with a bath in the en suite bathroom as well as a shower.

Typically, there are 2-4 departures in each direction per month. The departures are a mix of 3 night and 4 nights depending on the dates. But the price is exactly the same.  (Note that the 3-night journey's itinerary is reflected below BUT the digital itinerary shows the 4-night journey as the alternative)

Three-night journey: Departs Pretoria at 10am in the morning and arrives in Victoria Falls at approx. 10am

Four-night jounery: Departs Pretoria at 6pm in the early evening and arrives in Victoria Falls at approx. 10am

Rovos Rail Pretoria to Victoria Falls - Departure Dates in 2024-25

Note that the single supplement is 50% of the per person sharing rate below.

Rovos Rail Pretoria to Victoria Falls

3 nights in 2024:  22 Aug and 19 & 26 Sep, 10, 17 & 31 Oct

4 nights in 2024: 1, 15 & 29 May; 12 Jun; 10, 17, 24 & 31 Jul; 7, 14 & 28 Aug and 4 & 11 Sep, 2 & 23 Oct, 6, 13, 20 & 27 Nov

3 nights in 2025:  23 Jan, 6, 20 & 27 Feb, 13 Mar, 2 April, 28 Aug and 18 & 25 Sep

4 nights in 2024: 8 & 15 Jan, 12 Feb, 5, 19 & 26 Mar, 9. 16, 23 & 30 April, 14 & 28 May, 11 & 27 June, 9, 16 & 23 July, 6, 13 & 20 Aug, 3 & 10 Sept

Rovos Rail Victoria Falls to Pretoria

3 nights in 2024: 28 Jul; 18 Aug and 8, 15, 22 & 29 Sep, 6, 13, 20 & 27 Oct, 3 Nov

4 nights in 2024: 5 & 19 May; 2, 16 & 20 Jun; 14 & 21 Jul; 4, 11 & 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 10 & 24 Nov, 1 & 27 Dec

3 nights in 2025: 19 Jan, 9, 16 & 23 Feb, 9, 9, 16 & 23 Mar, 6 & 22 April, 17 Jun, 5 & 31 Aug and 7, 14, 21 & 28 Sep

4 nights in 2025: 12 & 26 Jan, 30 Mar, 13, 20 & 27 April, 4 & 18 May; 1 & 15 Jun; 13, 20 & 27 Jul; 10, 17 & 24 Aug

What about an extra few nights?

The Rovos Rail Pretoria to Victoria Falls train has set departure dates every month. So it will fit in well with any safari itinerary in Botswana, Zambia or even in Zimbabwe. You can also opt to do this train journey in reverse starting in Victoria Falls and heading south to Pretoria.

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Rovos Rail Pretoria to Victoria Falls Luxury Train Journey 3 or 4 nights at a glance

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Tasha Eygelaar

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An idea of price

All our itineraries are merely samples of what we can arrange. Virtually every trip is tailor-made for you. The exact price of our sample itineraries depends on the time of year and accommodation used. This is merely a guideline.

It excludes regional flights to the start and end of the itinerary (as these may vary depending on where you fly into Africa). But it includes an estimate of any flights WITHIN the itinerary. Contact us for a quote including any regional flights needed.

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Average Of
₤ 2,095
/PPS
This price is based on a Pullman Suite
This Itinerary
as outlined above
Average Of
₤ 3,143
/PPS
This price is based on a Deluxel Suite
Red Carpet
all the bells & whistles
Average Of
₤ 4,104
/PPS
This price is based on a Royal Suite

Includes:

Accommodation; all meals; all beverages; room service; limited laundry; excursions with a qualified guide (where applicable); entrance fees as per itinerary; government tax.

Excludes:

International sparkling wine; gratuities; personal expenses; visas, travel insurance; pre- and post-tour transfers, accommodation and flights; items of a personal nature.