Rovos Rail

Rovos Rail Southern Cross

Duration12 days, 11 nights

WhereSouth Africa, Zimbabwe

From, per person, twin shareRM 46,540

Overview

The Southern Cross brings together some of Southern Africa’s finest landscapes and cultural encounters on an eleven-night luxury rail journey. Starting in Pretoria, the train travels via South Africa, Mozambique and Eswatini before continuing through Zimbabwe. Along the way, enjoy the Panorama Route, several wildlife experiences, historical sites and a memorable programme at Victoria Falls.

Journey Highlights

Tour South Africa’s Panorama Route and Pilgrim’s Rest
Enjoy game drives in Kruger, Kapama and Hwange
Discover Maputo and Eswatini’s artisan and cultural heritage
Visit Great Zimbabwe and the rock art landscape of Matobo
Conclude with a guided Victoria Falls walk and Zambezi sunset cruise

Itinerary

Day 1Pretoria | A Classic Rail Departure

Check in at Rovos Rail Station in Pretoria and explore the station and museum before the 10:00 departure. The train travels east via eMalahleni and Middelburg, with lunch, afternoon tea and formal dinner served on board.
Day 2Panorama Route | Scenic Highlands

Disembark for a full-day visit to Pilgrim’s Rest, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and Graskop, with lunch. The Graskop viewing lift is optional at additional cost. Return to the train for dinner as it continues towards Malelane.
Day 3Kruger National Park | Safari Drive

Set out on a game drive in Kruger National Park, with lunch during the excursion and an opportunity for curio shopping. Rejoin the train and continue towards Maputo, completing border formalities for Mozambique.
Day 4Maputo | Mozambique’s Capital

Explore Maputo on a guided city tour with lunch, experiencing a city shaped by African and Portuguese influences. In the afternoon, continue by rail towards Eswatini with border formalities en route.
Day 5Eswatini | Craft and Culture

Travel to Swazi Candles to see local artisans at work, followed by a visit to Mantenga Cultural Village and lunch at Mantenga Lodge. Rejoin the train and cross back into South Africa, travelling towards Hoedspruit.
Day 6Kapama Reserve | Conservation Encounters

Enjoy a morning game drive in Kapama Private Game Reserve and visit the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre. Return for lunch aboard the train as the journey continues towards Louis Trichardt.
Day 7Limpopo | A Day on Board

Relax on board as the train passes the Soutpansberg Mountains and Limpopo River valley. Watch the scenery change into baobab country and complete the scheduled border crossing into Zimbabwe.
Day 8Great Zimbabwe | Ancient Heritage

Transfer to the monumental stone ruins of Great Zimbabwe for an excursion with lunch. Discover the scale and historical significance of the site before rejoining the train for the onward journey to Gweru.
Day 9Antelope Park | Landscapes and Leisure

Visit Antelope Park with lunch included. Activities beyond the core visit, such as canoeing or horse riding, are optional and charged separately. Return to the train as it travels towards Bulawayo.
Day 10Matobo National Park | Rock Art and History

Explore Matobo National Park, including its granite scenery, rock-art caves and the grave of Cecil John Rhodes. Afterwards, rejoin the train and continue towards the Hwange region.
Day 11Hwange National Park | A Full Safari Day

Enjoy a game drive and packed lunch in Hwange National Park. Return to the train for afternoon tea and dinner as it travels along a striking straight section of track.
Day 12Victoria Falls | Falls Walk and Sunset Cruise

Arrive in Victoria Falls and walk to Victoria Falls Hotel. A guided walking visit to the Falls, with lunch, is followed by a scheduled sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. The Rovos Rail programme ends on return to Victoria Falls Hotel at approximately 18:30; accommodation after the journey is not automatically included.

Rates and dates

Current rates only, in Malaysian Ringgit per person.

Suite	Departure Period	Per Person Sharing
Pullman Suite	2027 departures	RM 46,540
Deluxe Suite	2027 departures	RM 66,300
Royal Suite	2027 departures	RM 88,270
Pullman Suite	2028 departures	RM 50,570
Deluxe Suite	2028 departures	RM 71,890
Royal Suite	2028 departures	RM 95,810

Where you stay

Pullman Suite

Rovos Rail

Deluxe Suite

Rovos Rail

Royal Suite

Rovos Rail

Included

Eleven nights in a Rovos Rail suite
Meals and included beverages on board; room service and limited laundry
Guided excursions, game drives and entrance fees specified in the Rovos itinerary
Preselected local wines, beers and soft drinks during eligible excursions
Guided Victoria Falls walking tour and scheduled Zambezi sunset cruise on Day 12
Applicable government taxes

Not included

Optional activities, including the Graskop viewing lift and additional Antelope Park activities
International sparkling wine and beverages outside the included selection
Gratuities, personal expenses, visas and travel insurance
Flights and pre- or post-tour accommodation and transfers

Good to know

Suite availability: Departure dates are published Sedunia Travel departures matched to at least one available cabin in the 30 October 2026 Rovos Rail inventory report. Cabin availability must be reconfirmed when a booking is requested.
Prices: Per person sharing, one way, in MYR. Additional services beyond the listed inclusions are excluded.
2027 departures: January 14 · March 11
2028 departures: January 20 · February 10 · March 2 · April 13 · August 24 · September 21 · October 26
Check-in: Two hours before the 10:00 departure at Rovos Rail Station, 1 Transnet Avenue, Pretoria.
Arrival: Victoria Falls Hotel is the programme’s finishing point after the Falls walking tour and Zambezi sunset cruise, around 18:30. Post-journey hotel accommodation is not included.
Border crossings: South Africa, Mozambique, Eswatini and Zimbabwe.
Reservations: A provisional supplier reservation may be held for up to 14 days, subject to availability. Rovos Rail requests a 25% deposit and full payment 60 days before departure for individual bookings.
Cancellation insurance: Cancellation insurance is compulsory. Sedunia Travel booking and cancellation terms may differ from the supplier terms and will be advised at quotation stage.
Passports and visas: Passports should carry at least five blank visa pages and remain valid for six months beyond the return-home date. Required visas must be arranged in advance.
Times: Rovos Rail itineraries and times are approximate. Avoid same-day time-sensitive onward connections.