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Victoria Falls, Bushtracks Express & P&O Cruises' Arcadia Cape Town to Southampton Voyage

Holiday Includes:
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  • rail_icon@2x Rail Journey
  • hotel_icon@2x Hotels
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From £3,499pp
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Holiday Overview

  • Ship : Arcadia
  • Duration: 25 NIGHTS
  • Departure: 29 March 2027
  • Holiday Type: Cruise & Touring
  • Holiday code: AFR7399

From the thundering roar of Victoria Falls to the effortless elegance of P&O Cruises, this journey sweeps across Southern Africa to Southampton.

Begin among the thunder and spray of Victoria Falls, one of the world’s most celebrated natural wonders. A guided walking tour leads you deeper into Zambia’s wild landscapes, uncovering local customs and folklore along the way. As evening falls, board the Bushtracks Express for a candlelit dinner on board a beautifully restored steam train, the falls glowing gold in the last of the light.

From Livingstone, journey on to Cape Town before embarking Arcadia for the voyage home. Calling at Walvis Bay, the Cape Verde islands and Tenerife, this sweeping Atlantic crossing brings elegant dining and the easy comforts of P&O Cruises, as Southern Africa gives way to Southampton and home.

Includes walking tour of Victoria Falls

SAVE UP TO £2,600 PER COUPLE*

ENJOY AN UNFORGETTABLE EVENING ON BOARD THE BUSHTRACKS EXPRESS

From the thundering roar of Victoria Falls to the effortless elegance of P&O Cruises, this journey sweeps across Southern Africa to Southampton.

Begin among the thunder and spray of Victoria Falls, one of the world’s most celebrated natural wonders. A guided walking tour leads you deeper into Zambia’s wild landscapes, uncovering local customs and folklore along the way. As evening falls, board the Bushtracks Express for a candlelit dinner on board a beautifully restored steam train, the falls glowing gold in the last of the light.

From Livingstone, journey on to Cape Town before embarking Arcadia for the voyage home. Calling at Walvis Bay, the Cape Verde islands and Tenerife, this sweeping Atlantic crossing brings elegant dining and the easy comforts of P&O Cruises, as Southern Africa gives way to Southampton and home.

Your Imagine Holiday Includes

Includes walking tour of Victoria Falls

SAVE UP TO £2,600 PER COUPLE*

ENJOY AN UNFORGETTABLE EVENING ON BOARD THE BUSHTRACKS EXPRESS

Full-Board Cruise
18 night full-board cruise on board Arcadia
Overnight in port in Cape Town
Escorted Tour
Walking tour of Victoria Falls
Bushtracks Express Rail Journey
Transfers to and from your hotel
Welcome drink on board beautifully restored carriages
Multi-course fine dining menu with wine pairings
Sunset views over Victoria Falls
Steam train safari through the African bush on board Loco 512, a 1952 14A Class locomotive
Fully air-conditioned carriage seating throughout
Hotel Stays
1 night five-star stay in Johannesburg at the Peermont D’oreale Grande Hotel
3 night four-star hotel stay in Livingstone at The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa with breakfast
2 night five-star hotel stay in Cape Town at The Westin Cape Town with breakfast
Outbound Flight & Transfers
London departure – regional flights available
Overnight flight
Holiday duration includes overnight flights when applicable and is subject to change.
*Prices shown include discount and savings based on two passengers sharing, booking directly with Imagine Cruising.

Your Voyage

Your Itinerary

Day 1
Fly Overnight to Johannesburg

Your holiday begins as you fly from the UK to your destination.

Day 2
Johannesburg: Hotel Stay

Arriving in Johannesburg, transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay. South Africa’s largest city offers a vibrant introduction to the country, blending modern skyscrapers with a rich and often turbulent history.

Overnight: Peermont D’oreale Grande Hotel

Day 3
Livingstone: Hotel Stay

Fly on to Victoria Falls, transferring to Livingstone for a three-night hotel stay. Zambia’s answer to one of the world’s most celebrated natural wonders awaits, with days ahead to explore the thundering falls at close quarters.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight: The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa

Day 4
Livingstone: Tour & Hotel Stay

This evening, board the Bushtracks Express for a fine dining experience aboard a beautifully restored steam train. Enjoy views of Victoria Falls at sunset as you dine in style, evoking the golden age of steam travel.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight: The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa

Day 5
Livingstone: Tour & Hotel Stay

Join a guided walking tour to the park entrance of the falls, commonly described as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Learn how the falls were formed and discover local customs, ending at a nearby arts and crafts centre.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight: The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa

Day 6
Cape Town: Hotel Stay

Continue on to Cape Town and transfer to your hotel for a two-night stay. Here, striking scenery meets a fascinating past, with Table Mountain rising above the harbour.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight: The Westin Cape Town

Day 7
Cape Town: Hotel Stay

Enjoy a second day in Cape Town, with time at leisure to explore its vibrant waterfront, sample local cuisine, or wander through buzzing markets, before returning to your hotel ahead of tomorrow’s embarkation.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight: The Westin Cape Town

Day 8
Cape Town: Embark Ship & Overnight in Port

There’s more than a hint of opulence about Arcadia, a mid-sized cruise ship exclusively for adults. Combining the chic with the classic, Arcadia offers a relaxed pace, stylish surroundings, expansive art collection, and two-tier main restaurant.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Arcadia

Day 9
Cape Town

Overnight in port, Cape Town offers a final chance to soak up the city’s atmosphere, whether strolling the waterfront or relaxing on board, before Arcadia sets sail for the open ocean.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Arcadia

Day 10

Relax At Sea

Day 11
Walvis Bay

Arriving in Walvis Bay, discover Namibia’s dramatic desert coastline, where towering dunes meet the Atlantic Ocean. This distinctive port offers a striking contrast of landscapes, a world away from the destinations already explored.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Arcadia

Days 12 - 18

Relax At Sea

Day 19
St Vincent, Cape Verde

St Vincent welcomes you with rugged volcanic landscapes and distinct Creole culture. Wander through the harbour town of Mindelo, known for its colourful architecture, energetic music scene and laid-back island charm.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Arcadia

Days 20 - 21

Relax At Sea

Day 22
Tenerife

Explore Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, where volcanic peaks give way to golden beaches and charming coastal towns. Sample fresh local cuisine or simply relax in the Atlantic sunshine.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Arcadia

Days 23 - 25

Relax At Sea

Day 26
Southampton: Disembark Ship & Make Your Own Way Home

Your holiday complete, today you’ll disembark your ship before making your own way home.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your Tour Highlights

Victoria Falls Walking Tour
Savour a breathtaking walking tour exploring the almighty Victoria Falls. Learn about its formation, local customs and traditions while witnessing its towering mist, visible from several kilometres away. You’ll then conclude your tour at a local arts and crafts centre, before enjoying the rest of your day at leisure.
Bushtracks Express
Step on board the Bushtracks Express for an unforgettable evening of old-world glamour. Dine in beautifully restored carriages as steam gives way to sunset views over Victoria Falls, then journey deeper into the African bush on board a rare 1952 steam locomotive. Fine dining, timeless elegance, and a safari unlike any other - all in one extraordinary night.
Cape Town
Cape Town dazzles with its breathtaking scenery, diverse culture, and coastal allure. Towering Table Mountain sets a dramatic backdrop to golden beaches and the vibrant V&A Waterfront. Explore historic Robben Island, sample world-class wines in nearby vineyards, or soak up the city’s dynamic blend of natural beauty and cosmopolitan charm.

Life on board Arcadia

From the moment you step on board this stunning adult-only ship, you’ll be inspired by her intimate atmosphere and spoilt for choice with things to do.

Overview

Arcadia

P&O Cruises White Logo

There’s more than a hint of opulence about Arcadia, a mid-sized cruise ship exclusively for adults. She’s full of features that are tailored for relaxation and pampering, from an expansive and exquisite spa to a splendid art gallery, three-tiered theatre, and a boutique cinema.

Chic yet classic, Arcadia boasts extravagant surroundings including stylish corridors, signature glass-fronted lifts and an enviable collection of 3,000 works of British fine art. Foodies will love the main two-tiered restaurant, Marco Pierre White’s Ocean Grill – an Arcadia exclusive – serving succulent steaks and seafood, and Atul Kochhar’s fusion cuisine in East. Guests looking for indulgence will appreciate the expansive Oasis Spa with thermal suite and hydro-pool with fragrant aromatic showers, while culture-seekers can enjoy an art auction in The Globe or unwind in the well-appointed library. For more active guests, you’ll find a sports court, fully equipped gym and dance and fitness classes.

  • Occupancy 2094
  • Tonnage 83,781 tons
  • Length 948 ft (289.00 m)
Dining

Dining

Enjoy fresh and informal menus from Oriental to Italian or bistro-style dishes at the Belvedere buffet, with the best of British at Meridian Restaurant.

  • Belvedere Buffet
  • Neptune Grill
  • Meridian
  • Sindhu
  • The Ocean Grill

Bars & Lounges

  • Aquarius Bar
  • Neptune’s Bar
  • Caffe Vivo
  • Spinnaker
  • Intermezzo
  • The Rising Sun
  • The Crow’s Nest
  • The Piano Bar
  • East Bar
Dining 1
Dining 2
Dining 3
Facilities

Facilities

Keep fit in the gym, on the sports court or with a dance class. Alternatively, take in one of the latest film releases at the Screening Room or the Globe.

  • 2 pools, 1 with retractable roof
  • 5 whirlpool spas
  • Sauna
  • Spa and Salon
  • Hydro pool
  • Art gallery
  • Library
  • Sports court
  • Fully equipped gym
  • Fitness classes
  • Dance classes
  • Shopping
Facilities 1
Facilities 2
Facilities 3
Entertainment

Entertainment

The Palladium Theatre offers all the excitement of the West End, while there’s late-night cabaret, a casino, nightclub and live music at the various bars and lounges around the ship.

  • The Palladium
  • The Screening Room
  • The Globe
  • Monte Carlo Casino
Entertainment 1
Entertainment 2
Entertainment 3

Arcadia

P&O Cruises White Logo

There’s more than a hint of opulence about Arcadia, a mid-sized cruise ship exclusively for adults. She’s full of features that are tailored for relaxation and pampering, from an expansive and exquisite spa to a splendid art gallery, three-tiered theatre, and a boutique cinema.

Chic yet classic, Arcadia boasts extravagant surroundings including stylish corridors, signature glass-fronted lifts and an enviable collection of 3,000 works of British fine art. Foodies will love the main two-tiered restaurant, Marco Pierre White’s Ocean Grill – an Arcadia exclusive – serving succulent steaks and seafood, and Atul Kochhar’s fusion cuisine in East. Guests looking for indulgence will appreciate the expansive Oasis Spa with thermal suite and hydro-pool with fragrant aromatic showers, while culture-seekers can enjoy an art auction in The Globe or unwind in the well-appointed library. For more active guests, you’ll find a sports court, fully equipped gym and dance and fitness classes.

  • Occupancy 2094
  • Tonnage 83,781 tons
  • Length 948 ft (289.00 m)

Dining

Enjoy fresh and informal menus from Oriental to Italian or bistro-style dishes at the Belvedere buffet, with the best of British at Meridian Restaurant.

  • Belvedere Buffet
  • Neptune Grill
  • Meridian
  • Sindhu
  • The Ocean Grill

Bars & Lounges

  • Aquarius Bar
  • Neptune’s Bar
  • Caffe Vivo
  • Spinnaker
  • Intermezzo
  • The Rising Sun
  • The Crow’s Nest
  • The Piano Bar
  • East Bar
Dining 1
Dining 2
Dining 3

Facilities

Keep fit in the gym, on the sports court or with a dance class. Alternatively, take in one of the latest film releases at the Screening Room or the Globe.

  • 2 pools, 1 with retractable roof
  • 5 whirlpool spas
  • Sauna
  • Spa and Salon
  • Hydro pool
  • Art gallery
  • Library
  • Sports court
  • Fully equipped gym
  • Fitness classes
  • Dance classes
  • Shopping
Facilities 1
Facilities 2
Facilities 3

Entertainment

The Palladium Theatre offers all the excitement of the West End, while there’s late-night cabaret, a casino, nightclub and live music at the various bars and lounges around the ship.

  • The Palladium
  • The Screening Room
  • The Globe
  • Monte Carlo Casino
Entertainment 1
Entertainment 2
Entertainment 3

Cabins & Suites

From a simple space to rest your head, to something a little more extravagant, P&O Cruises’ accommodation offers something to suit all travellers.

Inside
from £ 3,499 pp
Inside from £ 3,499 pp

These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools.

  • Free in-cabin TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer and safe
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Vanity writing desk and chair
  • Mineral water on arrival
  • Beds convertible to twin or king-size bed to suit your needs*
  • Toiletries from The White Company

*some exceptions apply

P&O Arcadia Inside Cabin
Sea View
from £ 3,899 pp
Sea View from £ 3,899 pp

If a balcony is not top of your list, but you’re seeking great value and a sea view, then Sea view cabins are ideal. Well designed and with all those little extras.

  • Window and porthole included in your room
  • Free in-cabin TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer and safe
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Vanity writing desk and chair
  • Mineral water on arrival
  • Beds convertible to twin or king-size bed to suit your needs*
  • Toiletries from The White Company

*some exceptions apply

P&O Arcadia Sea View Cabin
Balcony
from £ 4,499 pp
Balcony from £ 4,499 pp

There’s nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sailing to your next destination.

  • Floor to ceiling glass doors*
  • One flat screen TV*
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer and safe
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Vanity writing desk and chair
  • Mineral water on arrival
  • Beds convertible to twin or king-size bed to suit your needs*
  • Toiletries from The White Company

*some exceptions apply

P&O Arcadia Balcony Cabin
Mini-Suite Sold Out
Sold Out

Like the sound of a Suite but don’t think you need all the features? A Mini-Suite is the perfect option. Sink into a full-size whirlpool bath, sit back for a film in a spacious lounge, and savour delicious daily canapes.

  • A whirlpool bath*
  • Butler service*
  • Larger dressing area
  • Priority check-in and boarding (from Southampton)
  • Daily canapés or fresh fruit
  • Coffee machine
  • Free room-service
  • Exclusive restaurants
  • Bathrobe and slippers
  • Other exclusive touches
  • Daily steward service
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer and safe
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Vanity writing desk and chair
  • Mineral water on arrival
  • Beds convertible to twin or king-size bed to suit your needs*
  • Toiletries from The White Company

*some exceptions apply

Your Hotel Stays

Johannesburg

Included Hotel

Peermont D’oreale Grande Hotel (Or Similar)

Unsurpassed luxury paired with state-of-the-art facilities make the five-star Peermont D’oreale Grande the perfect choice for those seeking supreme comfort and lavish indulgence. All guest rooms have been superbly decorated with warm tones and stunning golden touches, and have been finely furnished, as well as featuring modern conveniences including complimentary Wi-Fi. Dine on sumptuous Afroperial (a classical fusion of imperial Roman tradition blended with modern African cuisine) in Aurelia’s, awaken your senses in the opulent Octavia’s Day Spa and sip a delicious cocktail to the views of the setting African sun at Neptune’s Pool Bar.

Livingstone

Included Hotel

The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa (Or Similar)

Blending perfectly within the lush surroundings of the Zambezi River bank, the David Livingstone Safari Lodge and Spa offers four-star accommodation close to Victoria Falls, an impressive natural wonder of the world. Named after the first European explorer to see Victoria Falls, the hotel is in easy reach of all the activities associated with this glorious naturescape, from microlight tours to elephant-back safaris. The hotel boasts river-facing rooms, ensuring each guest enjoys the same views. Visit the spa to indulge in a wide selection of exquisite treatments, savour delicious dishes in The Kalai Restaurant, a traditionally styled eatery with buffet and a la carte options, and enjoy an array of South African and international wine in the bar.

Cape Town

Included Hotel

The Westin Cape Town (Or Similar)

The Westin Cape Town is a luxurious haven in the heart of Cape Town. With its prime location near the iconic Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, this five-star hotel offers breathtaking views of Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean. Step into elegantly appointed rooms, featuring modern amenities and plush furnishings, indulge in delectable world-class cuisine, rejuvenate at the sumptuous spa, or take a dip in the rooftop pool with panoramic vistas.

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