16 Day Luxury Orient-Express Package including the renowned Mount Nelson and Westcliff Hotels and a luxury train journey (Pretoria to Cape Town) in South Africa.
Stay at Orient-Express Hotels in Johannesburg and Cape Town, travel on the magnificent Blue Train from Pretoria to Cape Town, safari in Orient-Express Safari Lodges in Botswana's Chobe National Park, Moremi Wildlife Reserve and Okavango Delta, Visit Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe - this is aptly called The Splendour of Africa Package and is a wonderful overview of Southern Africa.
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Day 1 - Johannesburg
Arrive and transfer to The Westcliff Hotel for a luxurious overnight stay. Johannesburg is lively, affluent and cosmopolitan, offering the visitor a tempting array of superb restaurants, elegant designer boutiques and bustling world-class shopping centres. Rooms offer total privacy and most have sunny, private balconies with spectacular views over the Zoological Gardens and the forested northern suburbs of Johannesburg.Days 2 & 3 - Okavango Delta
After breakfast, leave Johannesburg on a scheduled flight to Maun in Botswana, and transfer by light aircraft to Eagle Island Camp. Enjoy two nights at the camp among the prolific birdlife of the island and surrounding Delta. Hear the swish of the paddle and the plop of the Fish Eagle as you take a tranquil mokoro trip through the Delta, water levels permitting..
Days 4 & 5 - Moremi Wildlife Reserve
After early game viewing and brunch at Eagle Island, fly on to the game rich Khwai area of the Moremi Wildlife Reserve for two nights at Khwai River Lodge. Daily activities include excellent birdwatching and game drives in open-sided vehicles, where the incredible sight of elephant or lion will remain with you forever. Relax with a leisurely afternoon swim in the pool. Guided walks and night-time game drives are also offered. Khwai River Lodge also has its own “Naturally Wild” Spa treatment centre where you can unwind with a relaxing complimentary massage.
Days 6 & 7 - Chobe National Park
Days 4 & 5 - Moremi Wildlife Reserve
After early game viewing and brunch at Eagle Island, fly on to the game rich Khwai area of the Moremi Wildlife Reserve for two nights at Khwai River Lodge. Daily activities include excellent birdwatching and game drives in open-sided vehicles, where the incredible sight of elephant or lion will remain with you forever. Relax with a leisurely afternoon swim in the pool. Guided walks and night-time game drives are also offered. Khwai River Lodge also has its own “Naturally Wild” Spa treatment centre where you can unwind with a relaxing complimentary massage.
Days 6 & 7 - Chobe National Park
After early morning game viewing and brunch at Khwai River Lodge, transfer via light aircraft to Savute region of the Chobe National Park an area renowned for its high concentration of elephant and for its dramatic ecosystem. During your two-night stay at the Savute Elephant Camp there are excellent opportunities to experience these grey giants and other large game at close quarters, under the skilled direction of an expert guide. Marvel at the fascinating contrasts in the landscape, which provides a natural habitat to innumerable animals and birdlife. On one evening, enjoy a private candle-lit dinner on your tent deck with our compliments.
Days 8 - Victoria Falls
Days 8 - Victoria Falls
After a morning game viewing and brunch, transfer to the airstrip for your light aircraft flight to Kasane. Continue by road to Victoria Falls for a stay at the famous Victoria Falls Hotel, a short distance from the Victoria Falls. Enjoy a walking tour of the Victoria Falls, magnificent sundowner cruise and spectacular helicopter flight excursion over the Falls during your stay.
Day 9 - Johannesburg
Day 9 - Johannesburg
Return flight to Johannesburg and overnight back at The Westcliff hotel.
Days 10 - Blue Train
Days 10 - Blue Train
Transfer to Pretoria for the iconic journey on this world renowned luxury train to Cape Town. The air-conditioned compartments accommodate two people, and the elegantly appointed train has every modern convenience.
The 1,600 kilometer journey includes a visit to Kimberley, the diamond boom-town, home to the Big Hole, the world’s largest man-made excavation. Arrival in Cape Town the following midday, just in time for the afternoon tea at the elegant Mount Nelson Hotel for a three night stay. At the Mount Nelson, enjoy a complimentary African Goddess SPA treatment.
Days 11 - 13 - Cape Town
The 1,600 kilometer journey includes a visit to Kimberley, the diamond boom-town, home to the Big Hole, the world’s largest man-made excavation. Arrival in Cape Town the following midday, just in time for the afternoon tea at the elegant Mount Nelson Hotel for a three night stay. At the Mount Nelson, enjoy a complimentary African Goddess SPA treatment.
Days 11 - 13 - Cape Town Enjoy three nights and four full days in Cape Town amongst the beauty of the winelands, Table Mountain and Cape Point, the most south-westerly tip of Africa. Included in your itinerary is a half day city centre tour including Table Mountain, a full day Cape Winelands and a full day Cape Point tour.
Day 14
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Package includes:
Day 14
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Package includes:
- Scheduled flights as shown in the itinerary with Air Botswana and British or South African Airways. Scheduled inter camp light aircraft flights on a shared basis with our compliments (Maun - camps - Kasane)
- Orient-Express VIP airport assistance at O.R. Tambo and Cape Town International Airports
- Overnight accommodation in a Luxury Room at The Westcliff, inclusive of full English breakfast and welcome dinner in the La Belle Terasse Restaurant
- Overnight accommodation in a Suite at the Victoria Falls, inclusive of full English breakfast, tour of the Victoria Falls, sundowner cruise and magnificent helicopter flight excursion over the Falls
- Overnight in a Deluxe Suite on board the luxurious Blue Train, all inclusive with the exception of diamond and jewellery shopping
- All private transfers and touring with Orient-Express guide/driver in luxury air-conditioned vehicle
- 6 nights accommodation at Orient-Express Safari Camps includes all meals, drinks (excluding French Champagne), game view activities, national park fees, laundry services and emergency evacuation insurance
- 3 nights accommodation at the world-famous Mount Nelson Hotel, inclusive of full English breakfast daily and welcome dinner in the acclaimed Cape Colony Restaurant
- All drinks at the camps are included with the exception of French Champagne
- The spectacular helicopter experience is included at Eagle Island Camp
- A romantic private dining experience at one of the Orient-Express camps with our compliments
- Complimentary in-room breakfast service at the Mount Nelson Hotel as well as one African Goddess Librisa SPA treatment per person
- Exclusive Orient-Express Safaris duffel bag, travel wallet and baggage tags
- Half day Cape Town city tour including Table Mountain
- Full day Cape Winelands tour inclusive of gourmet lunch
- Full day Cape Point tour inclusive of seafood lunch
Package excludes:
- All international flights and regional flights not mentioned
- Passport and visa fees
- Travel Insurance
- Excess Baggage charges
- Items of a personal nature
- Gratuities and communication costs
Rate:
17 July - 31 October 2010: US$ 12,660 per person sharing
01 November 2010 - 31 March 2011*: US$ 9,930 per person sharing
01 April 2011 - 31 October 2011: US$ 13,590 per person sharing
01 November 2011 - 31 March 2012*: US$ 11,330 per person sharing
*Please note a festive supplement applies to travel between 15 - 30 Dec as follows:
2010 - US$ 550 per person
2011 - US$ 670 per person
Single supplement available on request.
Splendour of Africa Departure Dates:
Tours subject to Blue Train departures from Pretoria to Cape Town.
Tours subject to Blue Train departures from Pretoria to Cape Town.
Please note:
- Prices are based on double occupancy, with single rates available on request. Any unstipulated sightseeing is an additional cost. Prices are subject to foreign exchange fluctuations and airfare increases and conditions apply. Extension rates can be requested.
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