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.
Ceres Rail Company
Excellent Service and Experience! - Annet
Good day This was an amazing experience for us, my kids absolutely loved it as it was their first time on a train. Even my 70-year-old parents could not believe how much they enjoyed the trip, as it brought back memories from their younger days. I am really glad that we had the compartment as this made the trip more private and memorable. The kids enjoyed the beds on top. It's really well equipped with changing station and plug in the compartment. The staff was friendly and very helpful, and the snacks and drink were great. We will definitely do this again. Thank you so much for making it a trip to remember. Kind Regards Michelle - Michelle
You need to advertise internally more often. Also why not combine this journey with one night hotel in Grabeau. - Vernon
The train trip and Elgin Railway Market was great. Thank you for a wonderful experience! - Riek
Excellent service. An awesome experience with stunning views, beautiful train and friendly staff. High recommended. - Diaan
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