From Cape Town: Vintage Train Ticket to Elgin Railway Market
Elgin, South Africa, Cape Town
Travel aboard a vintage train from Cape Town to visit the Elgin Railway Market with a return train ticket. Make the most of your free time here, enjoying local food, craft vendors, and live music.
Rail Journey from Cape Town to Elgin Railway Market
This scenic 160 km round-trip rail journey from Cape Town to Elgin suits travellers looking for relaxed sightseeing with local food and drinks.
Highlights
- View Cape Town and False Bay from Sir Lowrys Pass
- Enjoy panoramic mountain and bay vistas
- Relax with custom cocktails onboard
- Listen to the historic rail sounds while reading or socialising
- Experience local food, craft gin, beer, and live music at the Elgin Railway Market
Description
The journey travels east from Cape Town to Somerset West, passing over the 473 meter high Sir Lowrys Pass with views over False Bay and nearby mountains. It continues into the Elgin Valley, a major apple-growing region supplying 60% of South Africa's apples, with 40% exported annually.
Onboard, guests can mingle in the bar, read, enjoy the views, or relax and soak in the nostalgic atmosphere. The train arrives at the Elgin Railway Market, where travellers choose from diverse food stalls including fragrant curries, Mediterranean dishes, vegan salads, spicy chicken, Neapolitan pizzas, ribs, burgers, dim sum, Mexican nachos, fresh juices, biltong, lamb, and Thai cuisine.
Sweet options include home-made fudge, ice cream, handmade chocolates, and cakes. The market bar offers local wines, beers, cider, and artisanal craft gins from L-Gin.
The train departs back to Cape Town after the market visit, allowing guests a comfortable return trip.
Includes
- Return train journey to Elgin Railway Market
Excludes
- Food and drinks are not included but are available for purchase on board and at the market
Important Information
- Passengers may not bring their own food or drinks onboard
- No smoking is allowed on the train; a stop at 90 minutes allows smokers to smoke
- Steam locomotives may be replaced with diesel locomotives due to operational needs
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book in advance to secure your seat. Bring a camera and dress for variable weather conditions.
