Departures
From Cape Town to Dar Es Salaam:
2026: July 2; October 6
2027: February 27; July 3; October 9
From Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town:
2026: July 21; September 6; October 25
2027: July 22; September 9; October 28;
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Ultimate Luxury Train Journey: Cape to Dar es Salaam
- Glide from Cape Town, on Rovos Rail towards Matjiesfontein’s historic village.
- Watch Karoo horizons unfold, then tour Kimberley’s Big Hole before a Pretoria station walk.
- Track wildlife on malaria-free game drives in Madikwe Game Reserve on the South Africa/Botswana boarder.
- Cross Botswana and Zimbabwe to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, with a sunset Zambezi cruise and a grand hotel.
- Roll Zambia’s TAZARA to Tanzania via Chisimba Falls and Nyerere, arriving Dar es Salaam.
17
Days
55 Years of Expertise in Tailor-Made Travel
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Trip Features
Epic Scenery
Showcases landscapes that elevate parts of the journey.Off the Beaten Path
Includes lesser-known stops revealing authentic local life and surprises.Wildlife Encounters
Offers chances to observe animals responsibly in their natural habitats.Epic Scenery
Showcases landscapes that elevate parts of the journey.Off the Beaten Path
Includes lesser-known stops revealing authentic local life and surprises.Wildlife Encounters
Offers chances to observe animals responsibly in their natural habitats.Rail Journeys
Trips that help you explore the world by train.Trip Itinerary
At a Glance
DAY
1
Depart from Cape Town
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2
Crossing the Karoo
DAY
3
Touring Kimberley
DAY
4
Exploring Pretoria
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5
On Safari in the Madikwe Game Reserve
DAY
6
On Safari in the Madikwe Game Reserve
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7
On Safari in the Madikwe Game Reserve
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8
At Leisure on Board
DAY
9
Arrive in Victoria Falls
DAY
10
Exploring Victoria Falls
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11
At Leisure On Board
DAY
12
At Leisure On Board
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13
Touring Chisimba Falls
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14
At Leisure On Board
DAY
15
Exploring Makambako
DAY
16
On Safari in Nyerere National Park
DAY
17
Arrive in Dar Es Salaam
Travel Itinerary
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Trip Ends
What to Expect
Explore what moves you.
Exceptional service
Exotic rail travel
The romance of rail travel
Comfortable and luxurious interiors
Service beyond compare
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Place
Conditions
Daily max temperatureMonthly rainfall
PretoriaMostly Sunny
24°C / 75°F
4mm / 0.2"
Victoria Falls (City)Mostly Sunny
30°C / 87°F
0mm / 0.0"
Weather data is based on monthly averages.Popularity rating
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ExcellentBased on 5,219 ReviewsThe booking processs was really easy. Katie was very communicative and was very responsive. Every change we asked for, she quickly replied. The room arrangements had a small hiccupp but Katie fixed it within minutes! All the excursions were a blast and well planned.
The trip was a bucket list trip and was everything we hoped for. Alison MAllan Birkett at Goway has been an absolute godsend! Over the past year, he has helped me plan numerous vacations—especially honeymoons—and has been an incredible partner every step of the way.
He is always quick to respond, patient with my clients' frequent changes, and goes above and beyond to help whenever an issue comes up. His knowledge, professionalism, and dedication make my job as a travel advisor so much easier.
I truly appreciate everything Allan does and highly recommend him to anyone looking for exceptional service. Thank you, Allan, for always being thereBrooke EcholsOur 2-week trip to Normandy, Switzerland and Italy after we disembarked from the Queen Mary 2 in Southampton in mid-May was superb. Michael Keon did an amazing job of putting together highlights for us to see and visit with the short time we had. All the train reservations, private and small group tours and transportations were very well coordinated, on time, and usually exceeded our expectations. Drivers were courteous and knowledgeable. Mike did a wonderful job getting everything coordinated, in spite of our almost “last minute” booking. I booked a month-long trip through GOWAY back in 1989 for Australia, New Zealand and Fiji, and they were superb then. So I tried them again, and found the entire organization to be even better. Mike was quick to respond to any questions that came up regarding booksings and times, regardless of the 6-hour time difference. Just superb! Although we had a nasty experience in Milan, GOWAY was very responsive and saw to our requests and our needs. Again, Michael Keon is the person who coordinated our travel. I will ask for Mike when I travel again with GOWAY. I recommend GOWAY highly. PJ WheelerA BIG THANK YOU to Goway Travel, Brooke Theron and all of the partners onsite. Our trip to Africa was incredible, memories that will last forever.
Everything planned and more went perfectly. The guides, the excursions, the accommodations, everything, was just spectacular. Fortunately, everything ran on time, no delays, no problems.
Thank you again!!
Linda IriasI have been blessed to have an amazing rep, Farooq Qaisar!
He has helped me find the best spots for my clients to experience and when I am looking for something and just can't figure it out, he is able to put together something better than I was thinking. He my go-to and I am thankful for all his help over the years!SherriGoway helped plan our two week trip to Peru and they (Virginia in particular) did a great job. The on-site logistics with Condor Travel went very smoothly, and the trip exceeded our expectations overall. They proactively suggested changes to our initial itinerary which were welcomed. I would recommend them and would work with them again in the future.Kate O'NeillWe entrusted Goway with every detail of our trip from start to finish and they came through for us superbly! Every single detail was smooth sailing. It was a joy to plan our travels with Goway!! We had an amazing trip of a lifetime!
E&DI recently went on an African Safari with my brother-in-law and sister and another couple who I knew. The entire experience was absolutely unbelievable. The complete details were flawlessly coordinated from the transfers to the breathtaking lodges. Our guides Peter showed us Kenya and Maulid Tanzania were very knowledgeable and very sharp eyes for finding the animals.
We were able to see the animals up close, learn a lot about the people, birds , vegetation etc.
We had several sundowners in the bush really added to a magical experience with beautiful sunsets.
I would highly recommend Goway to all my friends, they will not be disappointed.
Thank you to Bijal for the excellent African Safari that you put together for us. You were wonderful.Nancy HayWe enjoyed our trip very much. I was very pleased by the hotel, tours, and itinerary selections that Alice Teramoto made for us. It was all well organized and easy to follow.
Thank you very much for helping us have a great experience in Peru.INEverything was planned perfectly. The excursions were so small and personal. Ask for Mark! I have already planned another trip back to the Oregon wine country with Mark. Claire
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Skip the more commercial wineries and visit artisanal producers—you’ll find sparkling wines and small-batch reds that are absolutely world-class.
Djembe drumming at GOLD in Cape Town is an immersive African experience through their 14-dish food safari and unique live entertainment.
The game viewing in Kruger and Eastern Cape always draws me back—it’s truly superb.
South Africans are famously warm—when you’re new in town, you're often invited to a braai, our way of welcoming people through food.
South Africa is a wonderful starting point for Africa. It's got some of the top cities in the world, stunning food and wine, and exceptional value for money.
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