Trans-border

Tshwane Explorer, Gauteng

Relive the joys of travelling by steam train and take in a variety of urban and natural scenery by riding the Tshwane Explorer. more
Magaliesburg Express, Gauteng

Climb aboard the Magaliesburg Express and relive the golden age of steam train travel on a nostalgic and relaxing trip through the countryside. more
Rovos Rail

Rovos Rail is arguably the most luxurious train ride in the world, all old-world elegance and charm combined with the highest modern service standards. more
Romantic rail journeys in South Africa

Matjiesfontein Village Station in the Great Karoo is a must-see for those on romantic rail journeys through South Africa, and the experience will never disappoint. more

More about Trans-border

The Premier Classe Train

The routes available through the Premier Classe rail tours are Johannesburg to Cape Town, Johannesburg to Durban both return journeys more

The Blue Train

In its 3rd reincarnation, the Blue Train still speaks of Irish linen, quality dining car silver, marble floors, plush white towels and fluffy eiderdown duvets. more

The Southern Line Rail Route

You are spoilt for choice on the Southern Line. Do you make a full day of it in Kalk Bay or do you add Simon’s Town and Cape Point to the itinerary? more

Getaways in Limpopo

1Valley of the Olifants

A scenic region comprising the vast wilderness area traversed by the Olifants River on its way into the Kruger National Park, beyond the northern Drakensberg mountains.

2Blyde River Canyon

The Limpopo side of the Blyde River Canyon is panoramic and offers an unbeatable mountain/bush combo and assorted getaways, hotels, lodges and reserves.

3Limpopo Valley

A variety of eco-friendly and charming camps set amongst the boulders and baobabs on the banks of the ancient Limpopo River, including the must-see Mapungbuwe World Heritage Site.

4Northern Kruger National Park

A landscape featuring ancient koppies, baobab trees and elephants, the northern Kruger has a range of accommodation ranging from super luxury to bring-your-own tent.

5Magoebaskloof and surrounds

The Magoebaskloof mountain area is great hiking, fishing, walking country. There’s plenty of room at the inns in and around Haenertsburg village, plus friendly hotels and guesthouses.

6Soutpansberg

South Africa’s northernmost mountain range offers mountain getaways, romantic retreats, hiking trails and historic routes.

7Waterberg

This malaria-free region offers Big Five reserves, great family getaways and vast wilderness areas, including the beautiful Marakele National Park

8Vhembe

With tea plantations, silver dams and forests, this is a picturesque and historic part of Limpopo, and offers assorted accommodation from cultural villages to cozy guesthouses.