Ceres Rail Company presents a three-night experience to Arabella Hotel, Golf and Spa – 4 to 7 July 2025 – and its not just for Golfers!
Get ready for a relaxing long weekend escape that blends nostalgic rail travel, championship golf, scrumptious dining, and slow-paced leisure — all set against the scenic beauty of the Overberg.
Your journey begins at 13h30 on Friday, 4 July, from the platform alongside the AC Hotel by Marriott, Dockrail Road, Foreshore, Cape Town. Step aboard our heritage train for a relaxed afternoon ride through the Cape and across the iconic Sir Lowry’s Pass. Along the way, we’ll stop at the Elgin Railway Market for an early supper and craft drinks, whereafter shuttles will transfer guests to the Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa for check-in.
Guests will enjoy three nights’ accommodation in deluxe rooms with breakfast included each morning. Over the weekend, golfers will play two rounds of 18-hole golf — one at the renowned Arabella Golf Estate on Saturday, and another at Hermanus Golf Club on Sunday, with all green fees, golf carts, and transfers included.
Non-golfers and families won’t miss out either— the itinerary options include spa, wine tasting excursions, and leisure activities suitable for couples and kids alike.
Evenings feature a combination of dining and relaxed social gatherings:
Friday: Dinner at Elgin Railway Market (own account)
Saturday: Buffet dinner at Arabella
Sunday: Braai dinner
On Monday morning, after a leisurely breakfast, guests are transferred to Botrivier Station where our train awaits for a scenic return to Cape Town. Expect to arrive back at by 16h00.
Whether you’re chasing the perfect swing, planning a couple’s retreat, or spending quality time with family, this curated experience promises a weekend of effortless relaxation, spectacular views, and unforgettable moments.
- Return journey aboard our vintage passenger train (Cape Town ⇌ Elgin & Botrivier)
- Three nights’ accommodation (Friday to Monday) in Deluxe Rooms at Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa, on a Bed & Breakfast basis
- Stop at Elgin Railway Market on Friday evening
- Buffet dinner on Saturday evening
- Braai-style dinner on Sunday evening
- Full breakfast on Saturday, Sunday and Monday
- Access to hotel amenities including the spa, pool, and lounge areas (spa treatments charged separately)
- Board games available in the Laguna Lounge
Transfers included:
- Elgin Railway Market → Arabella Hotel (Friday)
- Arabella Hotel → Hermanus Golf Club (return, Sunday)
- Arabella Hotel → Botrivier Station (Monday)
Golfers:
- One round of golf at Arabella Golf Estate on Saturday, including green fees, shared golf cart, and halfway meal
- One round of golf at Hermanus Golf Club on Sunday, including green fees and shared cart
Non-golfers & families:
- Optional leisure and spa activities (at own cost) and curated excursions available to pre-book
- Supper stop at Elgin Railway Market on Friday (meal at own cost)
- Cash bar, snacks, and Ceres Rail Company memorabilia for purchase
- All drinks
- Unscheduled transfers
- Optional tours, activities and excursions
- Gratuities
- Items of a personal nature
1. For information regarding wheelchair access, please email bookings@ceresrail.co.za
2. We do not permit own food or drinks on board, but we do allow baby foods and items related to health conditions
3. No smoking is permitted.
4. We cannot control the actions of communities alongside the rail line, although we do out best to. We do have sporadic incidents of stones that are thrown at the train through certain areas; we undertake to do our best to monitor the known hotspots to ensure passengers are protected, and communities are engaged. We have patrollers on duty at various points along the railway line.
Customer reviews of this service will be posted soon.
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