Steam Train to Elgin Railway Market

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
10 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Language
English
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Experience the charm of a steam train journey to Elgin Railway Market. Enjoy majestic landscapes and indulge in leisure, from reading to mingling, on this scenic railway adventure.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Trains have a certain inextricable mystique about them – no wonder they’re often the setting for romantic rendezvous, murder mysteries and elaborate heists. Perhaps it’s the unstoppable forward momentum; the intimacy of the enclosed space or the sense of adventure and anticipation they evoke.


Situated in a an already beautiful country, the overpowering allure of the country draws one in when sitting in this steam-hauled train as you overlook the ever-changing scenery.


Our guests spend their time on the train doing what they enjoy best, whether mingling in the bar, reading a book, taking in the sights, catching up with family, or closing their eyes to enjoy the soothing sounds of the rail.

What You Get

All Fees and Taxes
Rail Ticket (return trip)
On-board restrooms
Restroom on board
Food, Drinks, and Coffee (available onboard at extra cost)
Transfers to/from Departure Point

Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Table Mountain (Pass By)

Travelers will glide by Table Mountain as they depart Cape Town by steam train, able to see the massive mountain in all its glory in the morning, and evening light. Train ride will take 7 hours going to Elgin railwamarket and going back.

Sir Lowry's Pass (Pass By)

The majestic Sir Lowry's Pass stretches to 417 m above sea level; no easy climb by train. Arriving at the peak, guests are treated to incredible scenery and panoramic views of False Bay, Cape Town and Table Mountain in the distance.
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Elgin Railway Market

The Steampunk, Art-Deco "Elgin Railway Market" boasts a variety of local food, beverage and craft offerings immersed in a truly one-of-a-kind setting. Kept warm by roaring fires in winter, and cooled by gigantic fans in summer.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Ceres Rail Company, Dockrail Road, City of Cape Town Metropolitan Municipality Western Cape, South Africa, ZA, 8001

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The rail platform running alongside Dockrail Road is the meeting point.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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from  $50.79 
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Please note that the time is in South Africa Standard Time.
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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Earliest available date: May 18, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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