![]() ![]() Today, the Blue Train has defined a new era of luxury travel, making the switch from steam to electric and diesel but retaining the sense of style, grace and tantalising service it has always been renowned for. The full track was never completed but as the 20th century drew wealthy visitors, leisure travel became its intended purpose, with all the easy-living opulence of the 1920s incorporated. The track was originally envisaged to run from the Cape all the way to Cairo as a means to connect the vast continent. The storied history of this railway line contributes to its lasting mystique. Your romantic train travel fantasy is to come true over the next two nights – the Blue Train, taking you from Pretoria to Cape Town, is an iconic wonder, with indulgent suites, opulent marble bathrooms, sumptuous bedding and fine dining, all accompanying awe-inspiring diverse scenery along the 1000-mile journey across the African sub-continent. Africa’s fascinating wildlife will make themselves known over your time based here, at the David Livingstone Safari Lodge and Spa – listen out for the cry of a fish eagle, the snort of an elephant, or the rush of water as a hippo breaks the water’s surface – but even more unforgettable animal encounters lie ahead at your next stop in South Africa’s exceptional Pilanesberg National Park. Over three nights you’ll discover the magic of those falls, and much more, from unique perspectives lose yourself in a shroud of warm mist on an up-close walking tour, enjoy a breathtaking afternoon cruise along the Zambezi River on board the Lady Livingstone, accompanied by drinks and snacks, and relax aboard the elegant 1920s glamour of the Royal Livingstone Express train as it travels along the Mulobezi railway line through the heart of the Zambezi River Valley, a sumptuous five-course meal included. ![]() ![]() And that’s just the beginning of the once-in-a-lifetime experiences that await.Īfter arriving in Johannesburg, and a restful night at the five-star Peermont D’oreale Grande, you’ll be transported via a short flight to the city of Livingstone in Zambia the next day. On a 15-night Ultimate African Adventure & Blue Train Experience with Imagine Holidays you’ll experience this incredible curtain of ever-flowing water three exceptional ways. We know it as Victoria Falls but the locals call it “Mosi-oa-Tunya” – the smoke that thunders. There’s a potent magic in witnessing some 500 million litres of water crashing every minute from heights of up to 450 metres. Let your wildest dreams come true on a luxury 15-night tour of southern Africa. Share this article facebook copy link twitter linkedin reddit email ![]()
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