Iconic rail journeys

There’s nothing quite like the quintessential experience of travelling by rail. Sometimes it can simply be the quickest and easiest way to get between destinations, but sometimes it can become the journey itself – with an iconic train transporting you through breathtaking countryside with outstanding on board facilities. Your train acts as your guide to provide you with a unique perspective to iconic destinations around the world.

Nothing will compare to taking in the outstanding views of Canada aboard the Rocky Mountaineer. Want to explore Cape Town and then go on a safari? Why not take the luxury steam locomotive Rovos Rail Pretoria to Cape Town journey. Or explore the Red Centre of Australia’s Northern Territory aboard the iconic Ghan Expedition and enjoy the immersive included off-train experiences along the way.

Touring Fact

Whilst having a knowledgeable tour guide can help give you access to lesser accessible places and a wealth of knowledge, that’s not the only way to experience rarer sights. With Incredible Journeys you can discover some of the lesser seen views from the world’s best iconic railway journeys. Glimpse Canadian national parks from a unique perspective, discover the Red Centre from a new angle, journey aboard the ‘Pride of Africa’... the options are endless.

Rocky Roundup & First Passage to the West

Itinerary: Vancouver; Victoria; Campbell River; Port Hardy; Prince Rupert; Smithers; Prince George; Jasper; Banff; Kamloops; Vancouver

Explore the Rocky Mountains of Canada with this rail journey and complementary tour package from Vancouver to Banff. You’ll get to experience all wonders of wildlife, with amazing views from the daring Capilano Suspension Bridge, whale watching in Telegraph Cove and a dramatic journey over the Athabasca Glacier by Ice Explorer all included in your Incredible Journey. Not to forget of course, the brilliant sightseeing opportunities in bustling Vancouver, floral Victoria and breath taking Banff National Park.

Board a legendary rail journey that conquers the continental divide from Canada’s West to East. Journey onboard the one and only Rocky Mountaineer’s First Passage to the West from the beautiful Banff, through Kamloops to Vancouver. This iconic rail journey winds through mountainous terrain and dramatic canyons to provide you with the most unbelievable views all from the comfort of a train that doesn’t compromise comfort for views.

Incredible moments

•First Passage to the West Journey on board

Rocky Mountaineer– Banff to Vancouver

•Embark on a whale watching wildlife tour

•Take in the sights from the Capilano Suspension Bridge

•Explore the Athabasca Glacier on the Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer ride

•Sightseeing tours of Vancouver, Victoria, Banff and Lake Louise

Includes

•2 days onboard the Rocky Mountaineer

•13 nights tour accommodation

•14 breakfasts and 2 lunches

•Jonview tour director for 12 days

•Return flights from your chosen UK airport

Pretoria to Cape Town with Garden Route

Itinerary: Johannesburg; Karoo; Matjiesfontein; Cape Winelands; Kimberley; Cape Town; Cape Peninsula; Hermanus; Hoedspruit

Travel the grasslands of gold-rich Highveld to the barren Great Karoo and roll through spectacular mountains to the scenic winelands of Cape Town. You’ll enjoy off-train experiences at the Diamond Mine Museum and world’s largest man-made excavation the Big Hole.

Take a night in Cape Town before heading on a tour to absorb the essence of South Africa. Bush, beach and vibrant cities are on your travel to-do list with key experiences woven in. Join a local Hermanus business owner for a traditional BBQ and trial his homemade wine, visit a local Shangaan village and seek out the Big 5 in Karongwe private game reserve.

Incredible moments

•Pretoria to Cape Town Journey aboard Rovos Rail

•Matjiesfontein visit

•Kimberley Diamond Mine Museum tour

•Hermanus traditional braai lunch

•Seek out the Big 5 in Karongwe

•Visit a local Shangaan Village

Includes

•1 night in Johannesburg

•3 nights aboard Rovos Rail Pretoria to Cape Town

•1 night in Cape Town

•9 nights Essence of South Africa tour

•Selected meals

•Return flights from your chosen UK airport

Incredible moments

• Discover incredible rugged beaut y of Australia’s Red Centre

•Watch the sunrise at World Heritage-listed Uluru

• Dine under the stars at the ‘Sounds of Silence’ dining experience

• Admire the internationally acclaimed ‘Field of Light’

• Relax and enjoy the romantic splendour of luxury rail travel aboard The Ghan

Includes

•2 nights pre -tour at the 4* Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

•3 nights aboard The Ghan Expedition in a Gold cabin

•5 nights Outback Spirit Tour with travel essentials

•2 nights in Alice Springs

•2 nights post tour at the 4* Rockford Adelaide Hotel

•10 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 8 dinners

•Return flights from your chosen UK airport

Red Centre Spectacular

Itinerary: Darwin; Alice Springs; Kings Canyon; Watarrka National Park; Uluru; Kata Tjuta National Park; Coober Pedy; Adelaide

Settle into the gentle rhythm of the Ghan Expedition in the Northern Territory’s immense natural scenery. Enjoy an Outback Spirit Red Centre Adventure from in Alice Springs, then travel through the Mereenie Loop to Kings Canyon.

Experience the wonders of Watarrka National Park and dine under the stars in Uluru. Enjoy a guided walk of Kata Tjuta National Park before visiting the global phenomenon ‘Field of Light’ by Bruce Munro. Venture into the weird and wonderful opal mining township of Coober Pedy before rounding off this incredible rail journey in Adelaide.

Touring Myth

“Touring accommodation is always basic hotels or camps”