DAY ONE

10:00 – Check-in & Pre-Departure Experience

  • Guests register and check-in at The Blue Train VIP Lounge, Cape Town Station.
  • Enjoy pre-departure beverages and canapés in the lounge.

11:45 – Boarding Commences

  • Guests are ushered aboard by butlers.
  • Individual suite orientation is conducted by butlers.

13:00 – Departure from Cape Town Station

  • The Blue Train departs, beginning the luxurious journey.

13:00 – Light Lunch

  • A light lunch is served in the Lounge Car and Observation Car.

18:00 - 19:30 – First Sitting for Dinner

  • 📌 Dinner is an elegant affair.
    • Gentlemen are requested to wear a jacket or waistcoat.
    • Ladies are requested to wear elegant evening attire.
  • After dinner, guests can enjoy post-dinner drinks, Cognacs, and Cuban cigars in the Club Car before retiring to bed.

20:00 - 21:30 – Second Sitting for Dinner

  • 📌 Same elegant dress code applies.
  • Guests enjoy post-dinner drinks, Cognacs, and Cuban cigars in the Club Car before retiring for the night.


DAY TWO

07:00 - 10:00 – Breakfast

  • A luxurious breakfast is served on a first-come-first-served basis.

12:00 - 13:15 – First Sitting for Lunch

  • Enjoy a gourmet lunch experience in the Lounge Car and Observation Car.

13:00 - 15:00 – Off-the-Train Excursion: Open Mine Museum & Big Hole Tour

  • Guests arrive at the Open Mine Museum for a guided tour.
  • Visit historical sites and walk onto the enclosed ramp overlooking the Big Hole.

15:00 - 18:00 – Return to The Blue Train & Refreshments

  • After the tour, guests return to the train.
  • Enjoy aperitifs and light refreshments in the Lounge Car.

18:00 – Departure from Kimberley Station

  • The Blue Train resumes its northbound journey to Pretoria.
  • Guests are greeted with a glass of sherry upon departure, served in an engraved Blue Train souvenir glass.

18:30 - 20:00 – First Sitting for Dinner

  • 📌 Elegant dress code applies.
  • Guests enjoy fine dining, followed by Cognacs and Cuban cigars in the Club Car.

20:30 - 22:00 – Second Sitting for Dinner

  • 📌 Same elegant dress code applies.
  • Guests relax with post-dinner drinks and socializing in the Club Car.

 

Day Three

07:00 - 10:00 – Breakfast

  • Breakfast is served on a first-come-first-served basis.

13:30 - 14:30 – High Tea in the Non-Smoking Lounge Car

  • A traditional High Tea experience is offered with a selection of fine teas and pastries.

14:30 – Arrival at Pretoria Station

  • The Blue Train arrives in Pretoria after a luxurious journey.
  • Butlers escort guests to the Arrival Lounge for a farewell experience.
  • 📌 Departure and arrival times are subject to change.

16:00 – Conclusion of Journey

  • We hope you had a memorable experience!
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