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13 Night Rivers and Rails of Africa and Land Tour

From Cape Town to Johannesburg

Zambezi Queen

AMA Waterways
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14069818
  • Departs: Fri, Apr 23, 2027
  • Returns: Thu, May 6, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Apr 23, 2027
    Day
    1
    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 your Cape Town hotel. Get to know your tour director and fellow travelers at the Welcome Reception. (WR) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Apr 24, 2027
    Day
    2
    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) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Apr 25, 2027
    Day
    3
    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) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Apr 26, 2027
    Day
    4
    Cape Town, South Africa
    • Cape Town, South Africa
    • Air Travel
    • Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 4 - Monday - Apr 26, 2027
    Day
    4
    Cruise Begins
    • 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) ...
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    Tuesday - Apr 27, 2027
    Day
    5
    • 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) ...
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    Wednesday - Apr 28, 2027
    Day
    6
    • 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)
    Thursday - Apr 29, 2027
    Day
    7
    • 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)
    Friday - Apr 30, 2027
    Day
    8
    • Kasane, Botswana
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 8 - Friday - Apr 30, 2027
    Day
    8
    • 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 followed by dinner aboard a vintage steam train and make your way to the Victoria Falls Bridge to watch the sunset over the Falls. (B, D) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - May 1, 2027
    Day
    9
    • 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) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - May 2, 2027
    Day
    10
    • Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
    • Rovos Rail Train Travel, South Africa
    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)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - May 3, 2027
    Day
    11
    Rovos Rail Train Travel, South Africa
    • Rovos Rail Train Travel, South Africa
    • Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
    • Rovos Rail Train Travel, South Africa
    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) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - May 4, 2027
    Day
    12
    Rovos Rail Train Travel, South Africa
    • Rovos Rail Train Travel, South Africa
    • Gwanda, Zimbabwe
    • Rovos Rail Train Travel, South Africa
    • Musina, South Africa, South Africa
    • Rovos Rail Train Travel, South Africa
    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)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - May 5, 2027
    Day
    13
    Rovos Rail Train Travel, South Africa
    • Rovos Rail Train Travel, South Africa
    • Polokwane, South Africa, South Africa
    • Rovos Rail Train Travel, South Africa
    • Bela-Bela, South Africa
    • Rovos Rail Train Travel, South Africa
    • Pyramid, South Africa, South Africa
    • Rovos Rail Train Travel, South Africa
    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)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - May 6, 2027
    Day
    14
    • 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.


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