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The Blue Train · Southern Africa

Cape Town to Pretoria Luxury Train Itinerary

The northbound Blue Train route crosses the Karoo and includes the published Kimberley heritage stop before Pretoria.

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3 days / 2 nights Journey lengthSouthern Africa RegionScenery · History · Formal dining Travel style28 July 2026 Last reviewed
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Published route
Cape Town The Karoo Kimberley Pretoria

Published journey map

Cape Town to Pretoria journey map.

Numbered markers follow the published itinerary sequence. Use this geographic overview to understand the shape of the journey before our specialists confirm the exact departure and operating details.

Geographic overview of the published Cape Town to Pretoria route: Cape Town to The Karoo to Kimberley to Pretoria
  1. 1Cape Town
  2. 2The Karoo
  3. 3Kimberley
  4. 4Pretoria

Map note: This is a geographic route overview, not a precise track diagram. Rail paths, operating stops, excursions and timings can change; we will verify the current itinerary before booking.

Journey overview

Cape Town to Pretoria at a glance.

The northbound Blue Train route crosses the Karoo and includes the published Kimberley heritage stop before Pretoria.

This journey is most rewarding when the route, cabin and wider travel arrangements are planned together. Our travel specialists can compare the direction of travel, touring pace and accommodation options, then coordinate suitable hotels or private transfers around the rail experience.

Operating season: Selected scheduled departures

Published route, stage by stage

Route stage 1

Cape Town

The published journey begins in or around Cape Town. Exact check-in, station and transfer instructions are supplied with the final travel documents.

Route stage 2

The Karoo

The Karoo is identified on the published route. The precise timing, touring content and method of transfer can vary by departure and must be confirmed.

Route stage 3

Kimberley

Kimberley is identified on the published route. The precise timing, touring content and method of transfer can vary by departure and must be confirmed.

Route stage 4

Pretoria

The published route concludes in or around Pretoria. Allow a sensible buffer before any onward flight or independently booked connection.

Typically included

  • Accommodation or reserved seating in the published service category
  • Dining and programmed experiences stated in the confirmed itinerary
  • Operator-planned touring and transfers where specifically listed

Usually additional

  • Flights and services before or after the published rail journey unless confirmed
  • Travel insurance, visas, personal purchases and optional upgrades
  • Anything not identified as included in the final operator confirmation

Important planning note

Train paths, stops, excursions and timings can change because luxury trains operate across national rail networks and depend on local access. Your final confirmation and travel documents govern the booked journey. Contact us before arranging non-refundable flights or independent connections.

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The Blue Train’s core southbound journey pairs two formal evenings with a Kimberley excursion and the changing landscapes between Pretoria and Cape Town.

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Dates, cabin and complete journey

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We will check the current operating dates, cabin choices, inclusions and sensible arrangements around the train.

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