Day 1 – Pretoria & Limpopo Province
This morning depart Pretoria on your northbound journey aboard Rovos Rail. Travel through the towns of…
Hwange Game Drive
Rovos Rail – Pretoria to Victoria Falls
4 day Luxury Rail Journey – from £2019
Travel in style aboard the luxurious Rovos Rail on its journey between Pretoria and the world famous Victoria Falls.
Highlights:
- Marvel at the impressive and iconic Victoria Falls
- Experience a thrilling game drive in Hwange National Park
- Retreat to elegant cabins and public areas on board
- Cross the Tropic of Capricorn on your journey
- Traverse one of the world’s longest stretches of straight track
A 5 day Rail Journey including a visit to Motobo National Park is also available – please ask for details.
Your Itinerary
Expand AllYou can customise this Rovos Rail Journey by adding extra nights or activities before or after the tour. Just let us know what you would like to do.
This morning depart Pretoria on your northbound journey aboard Rovos Rail. Travel through the towns of Warmbaths, named after its mineral waters and then Nylstroom, which was once believed to be the source of the Nile by the Voortrekkers. Passing along the escarpment of Limpopo Province, the train then crosses the Tropic of Capricorn towards the Zimbabwean border.
Rovos Rail offers a five star experience on rails, capturing the elegance and atmosphere of a bygone era as you travel through Africa’s diverse landscapes. The classic wood panelled coaches offer period charm, accompanied by attentive and friendly service.
Onboard
Lunch, afternoon tea and dinner
Day 2 – Zimbabwe
Your luxury rail journey crosses the South Africa – Zimbabwe border at Beitbridge and continues through…
Your luxury rail journey crosses the South Africa – Zimbabwe border at Beitbridge and continues through the Zimbabwean landscape towards Bulawayo for its overnight stop.
The observation car is located at the end of the train and offers a relaxing place to enjoy the views from its enlarged windows and unique open-air balcony. In the lounge, deep sofas and wingback chairs offer a comfortable place to catch up with fellow guests over a drink and enjoy afternoon tea.
Meals are served in one seating and are an occasion in their own right with silver service and fine cuisine, accompanied by outstanding South African wines. During the day the dress code is smart-casual, whilst dinner is the time to dress to impress with more formal attire.
Onboard
Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner
Day 3 – Hwange National Park
Experience one of the world’s longest stretches of straight railway line as you skirt the eastern…
Experience one of the world’s longest stretches of straight railway line as you skirt the eastern edge of the famous Hwange National Park between Gwaai and Dete. This afternoon, enjoy an exciting game drive to seek out the park’s prolific game which includes impressive elephant herds, prides of lion and a wild dog population.
Onboard
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4 – Victoria Falls
Relax in your elegant surrounding before the journey comes to an end at the magnificent Victoria…
Relax in your elegant surrounding before the journey comes to an end at the magnificent Victoria Falls where you may like to add a few nights at one of the excellent hotels and book some of the numerous activities on offer.
Breakfast
Your Itinerary
You can customise this Rovos Rail Journey by adding extra nights or activities before or after the tour. Just let us know what you would like to do.
Day 1
| Pretoria & Limpopo Province
This morning depart Pretoria on your northbound journey aboard Rovos Rail. Travel through the towns of Warmbaths, named after its mineral waters and then Nylstroom, which was once believed to be the source of the Nile by the Voortrekkers. Passing along the escarpment of Limpopo Province, the train then crosses the Tropic of Capricorn towards the Zimbabwean border.
Rovos Rail offers a five star experience on rails, capturing the elegance and atmosphere of a bygone era as you travel through Africa’s diverse landscapes. The classic wood panelled coaches offer period charm, accompanied by attentive and friendly service.
Onboard
Lunch, afternoon tea and dinner
Day 2
| Zimbabwe
Your luxury rail journey crosses the South Africa – Zimbabwe border at Beitbridge and continues through the Zimbabwean landscape towards Bulawayo for its overnight stop.
The observation car is located at the end of the train and offers a relaxing place to enjoy the views from its enlarged windows and unique open-air balcony. In the lounge, deep sofas and wingback chairs offer a comfortable place to catch up with fellow guests over a drink and enjoy afternoon tea.
Meals are served in one seating and are an occasion in their own right with silver service and fine cuisine, accompanied by outstanding South African wines. During the day the dress code is smart-casual, whilst dinner is the time to dress to impress with more formal attire.
Onboard
Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner
Day 3
| Hwange National Park
Experience one of the world’s longest stretches of straight railway line as you skirt the eastern edge of the famous Hwange National Park between Gwaai and Dete. This afternoon, enjoy an exciting game drive to seek out the park’s prolific game which includes impressive elephant herds, prides of lion and a wild dog population.
Onboard
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4
| Victoria Falls
Relax in your elegant surrounding before the journey comes to an end at the magnificent Victoria Falls where you may like to add a few nights at one of the excellent hotels and book some of the numerous activities on offer.
Breakfast
This Rail Experience Includes
3 nights onboard in your choice of Pullman, Deluxe or Royal Suite
All meals and beverages on board the train
Off train excursions as detailed in the itinerary
Departure Dates
Check for departure dates that suit you:
2025-01-23
2025-02-06
2025-02-20
2025-02-27
2025-03-13
2025-04-03
2025-08-28
2025-09-18
2025-09-25
This Rovos Rail journey is also available in reverse, from Victoria Falls to Pretoria. For details and departure dates please get in touch.
Flights & More
With FREEDOM, you can book your Rovos Rail – Pretoria to Victoria Falls luxury rail journey and flights together, as an ATOL protected package. Our Travel Experts can find the best priced Economy, Premium or Business Class flights for you.
Next Step
Please get in touch with our Africa Experts to start planning your holiday. You’ll have a single point of contact from your first enquiry through booking.
Rovos Rail – Pretoria to Victoria Falls
4 day Luxury Rail Journey – from £2019
Prices are per person based on two people sharing a cabin. Depending on rail traffic, this journey may need to re-route.
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