Why I Was Missing

I'll finish this off by showing some pics of the train we were on. Utter luxury (decadence) with 1920s and 30s style carriages, observation cars ( all originals that have been refurbished) and even a 1930s steam engine which, sadly, due to Elf 'n 'Safety, can only be used in Rovos Rail's own grounds in Pretoria. All meals and drinks included !!!


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The rear observation car.



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The rear observation platform - the place to view the wildlife as the train trundles along.


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The other end of the rear observation car with the bar in the corner.




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One of the dining cars.




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The other, more sumptuous, dining car.


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The mid-train observation car.


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The steam engine that brought the journey to its end.



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The steam engine in Rovos Rail's own private station.







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Another steam engine in the station.
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Every time we left the train for a tour we got this send off. And they were there when we got back with a glass of Champers for everyone. Absolute heaven for a rail enthusiast.


Yes, I know, we were truly spoilt but for a special occasion it was well worth it. :)
 

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