Victoria Falls by Luxury Rail & River Cruise

Day 1  Fly to Johannesburg, South Africa

Days 2-3  Johannesburg
Upon arrival in Johannesburg, transfer to your hotel. The next day, gain a deeper understanding of South Africa’s history by taking a fascinating guided tour of Soweto, the country’s largest township, followed by a morning visit to the Apartheid museum.

Days 4-6  Rovos Rail
Rovos Rail is a byword for luxury and elegance. This morning, transfer from Johannesburg to Pretoria and board this graceful train for a three night journey through Southern Africa’s changing landscape to the roaring Victoria Falls.  En route, disembark the train, getting straight into your game vehicle for a game drive around the less-explored Hwange National Park. Later, re-board the train and watch the wilds of Africa pass by as you relax in the elegant surroundings of your carriage.

Day 7  Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Arrive in Victoria Falls and transfer to your tented camp, set on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River. This luxurious camp offers wonderful wildlife viewing opportunities within easy reach of captivating Victoria Falls.

Days 8-9  Victoria Falls
With two full days to explore, see more of this iconic destination on twice-daily activities. Choose from a tour of Victoria Falls, thrilling game drives or a tranquil river cruise. You will also see the awe-inspiring falls from above on a spectacular helicopter flight.

Day 10  Victoria Falls to Chobe River Cruise, Botswana
Transfer to Kasane in Botswana and board one of three elegant 3★+ Chobe Princess houseboats, docked on the Namibian side of the Chobe River. Settle in and enjoy an afternoon of game viewing before a welcome cocktail. With just four or five cabins and beautifully appointed interiors, these houseboats offer a superb way to experience the wildlife of this game-rich area.

Day 11  Chobe River
This morning, choose from a range of activities including fishing, bird-watching or an excursion to a local village. After lunch, enjoy a water-based safari by tender boat, allowing you to get up close to wildlife including some of Chobe’s 120,000 elephants. Back on board, enjoy a drink on deck as the sun sets before a delicious dinner.

Days 12-13  Transfer to Kasane and fly home