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13 Night Rivers and Rails of Africa Cruise and Land Tour from Cape Town

Ship: Zambezi Queen
Cruise Line: AMA Waterways
Sailed:  Friday, Jul 14, 2023 from Cape Town, South Africa
Ended: Thursday, Jul 27, 2023
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Friday, Jul 14, 2023 departure of the Zambezi Queen. If AMA Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Friday - Jul 14, 2023
Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa      
Situated amidst majestic mountains and lined with pristine beaches, Cape Town has a rich cultural heritage with extraordinary attractions. After being greeted at the airport by an AmaWaterways representative, transfer to the Cape Grace Hotel. Get to know your tour director and fellow travelers at the Welcome Reception. (WR)
Day 2 - Saturday - Jul 15, 2023
Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa      
Bus Travel      
Cruising the Cape of Good Hope      
Bus Travel      
Boulders Beach, South Africa      
Bus Travel      
Cape Town, South Africa      
Embark on a full-day exploration along one of the world's most stunning routes, taking you past the 12 Apostles, Hout Bay, and Chapman's Peak. Stop at the Cape of Good Hope, first rounded in modern times in 1488 by the Portuguese in their attempt to establish trade in the Far East and still a significant landmark for sailors today. Visit Boulders Beach, home to thousands of African penguins, and then be treated to lunch with drinks overlooking beautiful False Bay. (B,L)
Day 3 - Sunday - Jul 16, 2023
Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa      
Take a cableway up to Table Mountain followed by a trip to the Cape Winelands where you'll visit two of its best vineyards, complete with wine tasting. A delicious lunch will be included along the way. Or choose to explore another side of Cape Town at famous Robben Island, once used as a prison for many political inmates, including Nelson Mandela. Ferry over to the island where you will take a tour led by a former inmate. Back in Cape Town, enjoy lunch, and then visit the colorful historic Bo-Kaap neighborhood before boarding the cableway to Table Mountain's summit. (B,L)
Day 4 - Monday - Jul 17, 2023
Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa      
Air Travel      
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe      
Bus Travel      
Cruise Begins      
Kasane, Botswana      
In the morning, transfer to the airport for a flight to Victoria Falls. Here, you will be transferred to the Chobe River that forms the border between Botswana and Namibia. Then board tender boats that will take you to the Zambezi Queen moored on the Namibian side of the river. Settle into your stateroom, enjoy a mid-afternoon snack, and in the evening, be treated to a Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner. (B,D)
Kasane, Botswana      
Embark the Zambezi Queen in Kasane. This afternoon, enjoy the view as you settle in on the Chobe River before a Welcome Cocktail and Dinner. (D)
Day 5 - Tuesday - Jul 18, 2023
Cruising the Chobe River, Botswana      
Embark on an exhilarating morning boat safari to explore the Chobe River's diverse game viewing. Afterwards, return to the Zambezi Queen for lunch. As the Zambezi Queen cruises along the Chobe River, relax onboard in the afternoon and enjoy what nature has to offer. Be sure to spend time in the splash pool or perhaps catch-up with your favorite book. Later in the day, revel in panoramic view with another thrilling boat safari. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Wednesday - Jul 19, 2023
Cruising the Chobe River, Botswana      
Join a full-day safari of Chobe National Park in open-top 4x4 vehicles. Be on the lookout for elephants, giraffe, zebra, sable, warthog, and Cape buffalo. For lunch, take a seat under the trees and savor a delicious picnic. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Thursday - Jul 20, 2023
Cruising the Chobe River, Botswana      
Visit a typical African village where you'll spend time with the village children as well as its elders. Back onboard and following lunch, you'll have a choice to take a boat safari, bird watch, or fish. Enjoy your last evening aboard with a festive African-themed dinner hosted by your crew. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Friday - Jul 21, 2023
Kasane, Botswana      
Disembark your cruise in Kasane. (B)
Kasane, Botswana      
Cruise Ends      
Bus Travel      
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe      
Enjoy a morning cruise during breakfast and be on the lookout for wildlife. Afterward, transfer to the legendary Victoria Falls, one of the world's greatest natural wonders. Spend the afternoon exploring the town or experience one of the many activities offered at your hotel. Later this afternoon, join a cocktail reception with appetizers aboard a vintage steam train and make your way to the Victoria Falls Bridge to watch the sunset over the falls. (B)
Day 9 - Saturday - Jul 22, 2023
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe      
A local guide will take you on a tour of the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. You'll learn about its history, and the flora and fauna that make this area so unique. In the evening, embark on a private sunset cruise along the Zambezi River. Relax onboard as you observe a variety of game while enjoying a delicious mix of tapas with drinks, followed by a special dinner with live local entertainment at the hotel. (B,D)
Day 10 - Sunday - Jul 23, 2023
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe      
Rovos Rail Train Travel      
Enjoy a leisurely morning before touring the town of Victoria Falls and being treated to a home-hosted lunch. Later in the day, head to the Victoria Falls colonial-era rail station where you'll board the Rovos Rail. (B,L,D)
Day 11 - Monday - Jul 24, 2023
Rovos Rail Train Travel
Rovos Rail Train Travel      
Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe      
Rovos Rail Train Travel      
Start the morning with a safari to the Hwange Game Reserve, Zimbabwe's largest national park, boasting a tremendous selection of wildlife with over 100 species of mammals and nearly 400 different birds. The elephants of Hwange are world famous and the park's elephant population is one of the largest in the world. After your safari, return to the train for a lovely brunch as you travel through the vast landscapes of central Zimbabwe on the way to the border town of Beitbridge. Take in the southern African landscape from the lounge, observation cars or your deluxe suite. (B,L,D)
Day 12 - Tuesday - Jul 25, 2023
Rovos Rail Train Travel
Rovos Rail Train Travel      
Gwanda, Zimbabwe      
Rovos Rail Train Travel      
Musina, South Africa      
Rovos Rail Train Travel      
Stop in the village of Gwanda with time to stroll. Travel through baobab tree country and cross the Limpopo River and enter South Africa in the town of Musina for border formalities. (B,L,D)
Day 13 - Wednesday - Jul 26, 2023
Rovos Rail Train Travel
Rovos Rail Train Travel      
Polokwane, South Africa      
Rovos Rail Train Travel      
Bela-Bela, South Africa      
Rovos Rail Train Travel      
Pyramid, South Africa      
Rovos Rail Train Travel      
Cross the Tropic of Capricorn and then visit the Polokwane Game Reserve, home to more than 20 species of wildlife including the white rhino. Continue your journey south through Warmbaths (Bela-Bela) and onto Pyramid. (B,L,D)
Day 14 - Thursday - Jul 27, 2023
Pretoria, South Africa      
Bus Travel      
Johannesburg, South Africa      
Disembark the train in Pretoria from where you will be transferred to the airport in Johannesburg for your onward flight home or extend your trip with four nights in Rwanda. (B); Note: Please do not schedule your onward flight before 4 pm.