Luxury trains in South Africa are hugely popular amongst holidaymakers with fat wallets. Visitors booking flights to the Rainbow Nation and buying train tickets get a rare chance to take in exquisite locales while get pampered in untainted luxury.

South Africa, with its extraordinary inventory of delightful charms, has always been successful in drawing attention of tourists from every corner of the globe. Travellers reserve tickets aboard flights bound for the country with a desire to explore its picturesque natural marvels, unique culture, glorious past and many other lures. Among the impressive assortment of tourist attractions, luxury trains of South Africa plays a vital role to draw travellers’ attention and compel them to look for lucrative deals on tickets aboard international flights. Various tour operators in South Africa offer all-inclusive deals on such travel packages. read on to know more about top two rail journeys in South Africa that offer a seductively appealing experience as well as offers a ride back in time.

Rovos Rail
Holidaymakers disembarking flights at South Africa and wishing to go through a traditional rail journey are often found in a quest for tickets on Rovos Rail. Known as the ‘Pride of Africa’, this private railway company operates frequent services aboard its train-hotels on several routes all over South Africa and also to some nearby destinations. The voyage starts and ends at Pretoria, South Africa’s capital city.

Services on Offer
Services onboard the imperial ride is really brilliant. Rovos Rail surpasses all the expectations of luxury seekers who buy tickets for this trip with a desire to explore the southern part of Africa in the dark wood-panelled carriage. There are various types of accommodation options to choose from – Pullman, Deluxe and Royal Suites. Each of the cabins is fully equipped with all modern facilities ensuring a comfortable tour for its every patron. Besides, the old styled yet comfy beds, mini bar facilities as well as its menu filled with the world-class cuisines and best quality wines are also offered by the railway organisation.

The Route
Holidaymakers booking flights to the Rainbow Nation often disembark their flights at Pretoria or Cape Town in order to hop aboard the Rovos trains to relish the natural marvels of South Africa. Witness the exquisite locales of verdant vineyards to barren deserts, diamond mining areas to restored Victorian villages from the train– possibilities are simply limitless!

Blue Train
Inaugurated in early 90s and re-launched again in 1997, Blue Train is another big name in South Africa in terms of luxury railway journey service providers. Most sybarites spending money on tickets aboard South Africa bound flights would be taken aback by the absolute plethora of lavishness offered by this company. With a host of facilities and revered hospitality, this stylish rail makes the ride excellently undisturbed and relaxing.

Services on Offer
The advanced amenities of Blue Train make holiday experience smoother with a hospitable ambience. Guests reserving tickets with this premium service carriage, enjoy a personalised butler facility. Cabin classes provided by this elegant railway establishment are categorised by Luxury and Deluxe Suites. Additionally, you can savour the delicious foods and drinks at Dining Car as well as enjoy a good time with co-passengers at the Lounge & Club Car.

The Route
Offering a unique ride through the country’s most splendid attractions and tourist hotspots, this railway company lets the patrons behold the breathtaking sights of the country. Travellers get an opportunity to see various landscapes from a cosy coach of the Observation Car. Ranging from lush green fields to diamond mines– one can give flights to fancies while watching the beautifully changing sceneries outside. Holidaymakers seeking a different experience can book tickets aboard Blue Train on Durban-Botswana route.

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