Ceres Rail Company offers a magnificent return trip to the Elgin Railway Market aboard our historic passenger train. Our train is usually hauled by a heritage steam locomotive and a diesel, but at times, due to the fire risk and other events beyond our control, the trip may be hauled by two diesel locomotives.
The journey begins at 07h45 from the platform at Harbour Bridge Hotel and Suites, Dockrail Road, Foreshore, Cape Town. Once aboard you will enjoy a 3-hour rail experience to Elgin, traveling through the beautiful Cape, up the majestic Sir Lowrys Pass, and then down into the Elgin Valley. We have a fully licensed cash bar on board as well as a dining car providing coffee and other snacks. Various books and memorabilia are also available for purchase onboard. We also have a card machine to make life easier.
Our destination is the fabulous Art Deco & Art Nouveau inspired Elgin Railway Market (www.elginrailwaymarket.co.za) where you will spend a few hours at your leisure. At the market, whilst enjoying the live music, you can wander through the many stalls offering delicious food, a wide selection of local wines, ciders and gin. Various bespoke craft stalls selling a wide range of goods including jewellery, leather goods, wire art, etc are also on site. There is a wonderful play area outside for the children to enjoy too.
We depart from Elgin at 14h15 , arriving back Cape Town at approximately 18h00.
07h45 Depart from platform at Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites (33.9135° S, 18.4260° E), Dockrail Rd, Foreshore, Cape Town
11h15 Arrive in Elgin
14h15 Departure from Elgin
18:15 Arrive back in Cape Town
We are so excited to have you on board!
The rail journey from Cape Town to Elgin Railway Market (Elgin) and back.
Unforgettable memories
For information regarding wheelchair access, please email bookings@ceresrail.co.za
We do not permit own food or drinks on board, but we do allow baby foods and items related to health conditions
No smoking is permitted.
"Where do I begin to tell the story of how great a love can be, a sweet love story that is bigger than the sea, where do I start?" ? The Elgin rail experience is thesis in warmth, humanity and service. South Africans have the ability to show love in such a courageous way. The team were responsive, agile, friendly and organized. From solving our bicycle challenge to serving us whatsapp messages, alerting us to dangers, sights, hospitality and possibilities. Its a reel of Cape Town along the rail, up and down valleys, mountain-passes, suburbs, farm and villages. Everyone along the rail who sees the train passing by, cheers and waves. It is a beatiful thing. I can't wait to do it again - Yolandie
The experience was very nice, staff are friendly and helpful. Even though there was some delays, the staff always kept us up to date and informed. I have alreday recommended the trip to my colleagues and family.Will definitely do it again. - Marvin
One of the best experiences ever. Loved it. Love the staff onboard. - Ferouzah
Awesome and beautiful experience, highly recommended - Sue-Ann
Riding that steam train was awesome, chugging through those cute little towns and seeing everyone wave! Being a Capetonian, seeing the Cape like that was really special. - Ilse
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