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

Road trips in and around Mpumalanga

1Long Tom Pass: From Lydenberg to Sabie

This historic route drops down the escarpment in a series of u-turns and bends with magnificent views

2Panorama Route, God’s Window & Three Rondavels

One of the flagship roads of Mpumalanga, this is the Blyde River Canyon at its best.

3Graskop/ Sabie/ Pilgrim’s Rest

A variety of historical routes including old stone tunnels and wagon tracks, and roads that date back to the gold rush days.

4Malelane to Komatipoort

There’s nothing like barrelling along next to the Lebombo mountains, on a double-lane highway bound for peri-peri prawns in Mozambique's coastal Maputo.

5Robber’s Pass, Pilgrim’s Rest

One of the most dramatic mountain passes, famed for its scenery and highway robberies of yore

6Schoemanskloof Pass

From the highveld, the Schoemanskloof drops down the escarpment, following the course of the Crocodile River as it runs down the mountain into the valley.