Luxury Travel Through South Africa Via The Blue Train

Mark Thompson READ TIME: 2 MIN.

Cape Town, South Africa - The most lavish train on the planet has partnered with two special hotels in a spectacular promotion ideal for jetsetters wishing to travel South Africa in style. This moving five-star hotel on wheels has hosted countless presidents, celebrities and royalty and is a true once-in-a-lifetime experience for even the most discerning travelers, recently re-claiming its title of World's Leading Luxury Train.

Guests traveling on the Blue Train now have their choice of one complimentary night's stay to be used either pre or post journey in Pretoria or Cape Town, where the train departs and terminates. The Cape Town option is the Taj, a true definition of luxury, offering a combination of rich history and elegant contemporary architecture. This five-star property is ideally located in the center of historic Cape Town and perfectly situated for those looking to discover its authentic fascinating history, exotic culture, soulful art and lively entertainment.

The hidden boutique hotel treasure in Pretoria for guests to consider is known as The 131 On Herbert Baker. Situated close to the city center, the retreat offers exquisite interiors, impeccable service, and exceptional attention to detail.

Both hotel options offer one complimentary night, breakfast and transfer between the station and hotel and this promotion is offered to all new bookings for guests traveling on any Blue Train departure in 2013.

This is a rare promotional opportunity extended by this exquisite gem, now bringing the dream of luxury rail travel more within reach. For more information, please contact the North American Sales Office at [email protected] on how to reserve this offer as well as assistance with South Africa packages including hotel, air and enriching tours.

The Blue Train has an aura of mystique about it, and its very name has become synonymous with the ultimate in luxury and personal service. The routes of The Blue Train, both scheduled and chartered, take guests through some of the most breathtaking countryside to be found anywhere in the world.

The finest bed linen, marble tiles and gold fittings in the bathrooms and sheer opulence all ensure that guests will never forget the time they spend onboard. Blue Train journeys are 27 hours in length, offering one night of blissful luxury as guests traverse the landscape, indulging in private butler service, gourmet cuisine and award-winning wines and spirits which are all included in the rate.


by Mark Thompson , EDGE Style & Travel Editor

A long-term New Yorker and a member of New York Travel Writers Association, Mark Thompson has also lived in San Francisco, Boston, Provincetown, D.C., Miami Beach and the south of France. The author of the novels WOLFCHILD and MY HAWAIIAN PENTHOUSE, he has a PhD in American Studies and is the recipient of fellowships at MacDowell, Yaddo, and Blue Mountain Center. His work has appeared in numerous publications.

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