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Rivers & Rails of Africa 13 Nights

Summary

Relive the romance of a bygone era traveling on the world’s most luxurious and historic train, the Rovos Rail. Before experiencing the timeless grace and high romance of African exploration via this legendary train, you’ll spend three nights in Cape Town. Cradled by the imposing Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak and Lion’s Head, Cape Town is known for its majestic beauty, offering a blend of cosmopolitan city life and outdoor adventure. From here, fly north to Victoria Falls and transfer to the Zambezi Queen and your wildlife and safari cruise in Namibia and Botswana. Revel in the Chobe National Park’s breathtaking scenery and marvel at its mighty elephants splashing in the water and the stealthy lions ruling over the plains. Continue to the UNESCO-designated Victoria Falls for two nights prior to spending your last four nights traveling 1,000 miles through Zimbabwe and on to South Africa. Experience five-star cuisine, excellent South African wines, extraordinary scenery, amazing wildlife and a safari at Hwange Game Reserve and visit Polokwane Nature Reserve as you journey through southern Africa.

Cruise line AmaWaterways

Duration 13 nights

Type River Cruise & Tour

Regions Africa,
Chobe

Themes: Safari

Itinerary & Map

Cape Town → Pridelands Conservancy 14 days · 14 ports · 0 sea days
Day 1 Cape Town Embark

Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...

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Day 2 Cape Town Overnight

Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...

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Day 3 Cape Town Overnight

Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...

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Day 4 Cape Town and Victoria Falls

Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...

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Day 5 Chobe National Park Overnight
Day 6 Chobe National Park Overnight
Day 7 Chobe National Park
Day 8 Kasane and Victoria Falls
Day 9 Victoria Falls Overnight
Day 10 Victoria Falls and Rovos Rail
Day 11 Rovos Rail Overnight
Day 12 Rovos Rail Overnight
Day 13 Rovos Rail
Day 14 Pretoria and Johannesburg Disembark
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Route overview map
Day 1 Cape Town Embark

Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...

Full description
Day 2 Cape Town Overnight

Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...

Full description
Day 3 Cape Town Overnight

Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...

Full description
Day 4 Cape Town and Victoria Falls

Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, Briti...

Full description
Day 5 Chobe National Park Overnight
Day 6 Chobe National Park Overnight
Day 7 Chobe National Park
Day 8 Kasane and Victoria Falls
Day 9 Victoria Falls Overnight
Day 10 Victoria Falls and Rovos Rail
Day 11 Rovos Rail Overnight
Day 12 Rovos Rail Overnight
Day 13 Rovos Rail
Day 14 Pretoria and Johannesburg Disembark

Cape Town

Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.

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