Itinerary
Day 1 Pretoria
Embark on a luxurious journey at The Blue Train Station Lounge in Pretoria. Begin with a seamless check-in, then relish pre-departure snacks and beverages while soaking in the elegant surroundings. Boarding is a personalised experience guided by attentive butlers who escort guests to their suites and provide a thorough orientation. Once settled, the train sets off from Pretoria Station, offering a graceful start to the adventure.
Indulge in a leisurely five-course gourmet lunch served in the Dining Car, a culinary experience that spans the afternoon. Later, immerse yourself in the refined ambiance of the Non-Smoking Lounge Car for High Tea at 4 pm.
The evening unfolds with pre-dinner drinks available in the lounges, allowing guests to unwind and freshen up before the exquisite dinner. With two sittings between 6 pm and 10:30 pm, the dinner service promises a sumptuous culinary journey.
Overnight stay aboard The Blue Train.
Please dress accordingly for excursions: mornings can be cool then warm up considerably; afternoons can be warm then cool down considerably. Warm clothing, comfortable shoes, hats and sun protection are advised. Rain capes are available. Excursions may be changed according to schedule achieved. Times are approximate and cannot be guaranteed.
Dress code for duration of the trip is smart casual or safari wear.
Day 2 Numbi Train Station
The journey on the Blue Train continues as it arrives at the Numbi Train Station. Passengers disembark for an off-train excursion, boarding open safari vehicles for a sunrise game drive guided by professionals. After this captivating experience, they savor a bush breakfast in an exclusive spot within Kruger National Park.
The return journey to Numbi Gate follows an alternative route, allowing guests to immerse themselves further in the beauty of the Kruger area. Later, a five-course lunch is served in the Dining car for a leisurely and indulgent dining experience.
In the afternoon, passengers are transferred back to Numbi Gate for a sunset game drive on the Nkambeni concession, an 11,400-hectare area between Numbi and Phabeni gates. This drive offers a unique perspective, extending towards Shabeni Koppie near Pretoriuskop camp.
As the evening sets in, guests are then escorted to the Nkambeni Safari Camp for a remarkable boma dinner. Here, a local group with international recognition provides an immersive cultural experience. The night winds down with post-dinner drinks, fine cognacs, and Cuban cigars in the Club Car, offering a perfect end to a memorable day before guests retire for the night back on the Blue Train.
Overnight stay aboard The Blue Train.
Please dress accordingly for excursions: mornings can be cool then warm up considerably; afternoons can be warm then cool down considerably. Warm clothing, comfortable shoes, hats and sun protection are advised. Rain capes are available. Excursions may be changed according to schedule achieved. Times are approximate and cannot be guaranteed.
Dress code for duration of the trip is smart casual or safari wear.
Day 3 Pretoria
The journey concludes as the Blue Train arrives at Pretoria Station, where guests are guided to the arrival lounge. Before disembarking, breakfast is served in the Dining Car, marking the end of this memorable adventure.
Accommodation
The Blue Train
Your De Luxe Suite will forever alter your definition of what style and class entail.
De Luxe Suites measure 8m2 of space and offer twin beds or double beds with either a three-quarter sized bath or a shower in each suite.
From your elegant and relaxing lounge during the day, it transforms into a subtly-lit bedroom of indulgence during the night, bedecked with goose-down and 100 per cent percale-cotton bedding, from your individually-controlled air-conditioning system, under-floor heating, opulent marble and gold-fitted bathroom, its scented bath salts and plush monogrammed towels, to the electronic entertainment options on offer.
Please note: The De Luxe coaches each have four suites. One of these suites contains a double bed and a ¾ size bath tub with handheld shower, while the others have twin beds with showers.
Suite configurations are subject to availability. Suite layouts may differ from images.
