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Enjoy South Africa on a quality train journey
The Premier Classe Train
The Premier Classe Train traverses the Klein Karoo.
© Chris Marais
Did you know?
The Premier Classe train traverses the Karoo, among the world's most bio-diverse deserts.
Transnet's Premier Classe train allows you all kinds of freedoms, one of the most notable being able to take your car on board with you - if you book early enough to get one of the 8 available vehicle berths.
The Premier Classe train accommodates 126 guests, but the service accent on board is on the personal touch. The various sleeping coaches are well appointed with quality bedding, gowns and toiletries, and there's always a telephone handy to order room service.
The routes available through Premier Classe rail tours are
The 14-hour overnight trip between
After leaving
If you can tear yourself away from the stunning scenery outside the windows, there's also an on-board spa where you can enjoy a full body massage, a foot massage, or a shoulders, neck and back massage.
There's even a fully equipped conference facility for up to 20 delegates, and after the day's work is done, the coach transforms into a funky dance venue for some serious relaxation.
But it's guaranteed that the natural sights outside this grand train will keep you riveted.
Travel tips & Planning info
Who to contact
Premier Classe Train
National Contact Centre
Jasmin Barnes
Tel: +27(0) 11 773 9247
Web: www.premierclasse.co.za
How to get here
The Premiere Classe Train departs from Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban, all of which have large airports.
Get around
One of the Premier Classe's options is that you can take your vehicle with you to your destination as long as you book early enough - space is limited.
What to pack
Bring along smart-casual clothing, as well as a camera for the beautiful scenery along the way.
Where to stay
You'll sleep in a comfortable cabin with all mod cons