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Cape & Coast Vintage Explorer 2027
Duration
12 DaysDeparture Dates
May 2027Prices from
TBC
Join the Vintage Cape & Coast Explorer for a memorable 12-day rail adventure through Cape Town, the Western Cape and the Garden Route. Travel in vintage coaches with steam-hauled sections, enjoy coastal and mountain scenery, visit Cape Point, Table Mountain and the winelands, and relax in quality hotels with unforgettable excursions along the way.
Mossell Bay Lighthouse © Shutterstock
12 days Price TBC (Ground Only)
DEPARTS
Wednesday 5 May 2027
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
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Journey in comfort on a relaxing 6 day vintage rail tour through the Western Cape and the famed Garden Route.
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Travel in beautifully restored vintage coaches with an inviting bar and observation car.
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Dinner served onboard each evening, adding to the nostalgic charm of rail travel.
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Experience steam hauled sections that bring the golden age of rail to life.
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Stay in handpicked 4 star hotels in Cape Town and coastal Mossel Bay.
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Explore Cape Point, Chapman’s Peak and the Boulders Beach penguin colony on curated scenic excursions.
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Enjoy a full day steam journey to Elgin Market, rich in local flavours and craft.
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Discover the region’s finest with a Winelands tour and tasting.
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Ride a heritage tram between rolling vineyards for a unique countryside experience.
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Ascend Table Mountain by cableway for breathtaking panoramic views.
Also included in your Tour Fare:
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11 nights’ bed & breakfast (evening meals and lunches TBC)
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Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager with extensive "on the ground" knowledge
Ceres Rail 3 © Shutterstock
Ceres Rail at Mossell bay © Shutterstock
Ceres Train car
Cape Town © Shutterstock
Cape Point © Shuttersttock
Capetown Clock Tower © Shutterstock
Ceres Train 4
Table tob mountain Cable Car © Shutterstock
Coloured Houses at Bo-Kaap © Shutterstock
Lions Head Mountain © Shutterstock
Chapmans Peak Road © Shutterstock
Boulders Beach Penguin Colony © Shutterstock
Cape Point Ostrich Farm © Shutterstock
Bantry Bay © Shutterstock
Ceres Valley Western Cape © Shutterstock
Vineyard nr Worcester © Shutterstock
St Lowry Pass © Shutterstock
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