Begin your adventure in Perth where you'll embark the regal Queen Mary 2 for your voyage to Cape Town.

This unforgettable voyage will offer plenty of time to explore and experience a ship that’s the epitome of Cunard’s refined approach to sailing. Discover the tropical islands of Mauritius or Reunion Island, with stops in Durban and Port Elizabeth before disembarking in Cape Town for a three-night hotel stay.

Next, you’ll embark the lavish Rovos Rail for an opulent rail journey to Pretoria, passing through some of the most diverse scenery on the African sub-continent. This luxury, all-inclusive journey embodies style, class and elegance.

Finally, you’ll transfer to the stunning Bakubung Bush Lodge in the Pilanesberg Nature Reserve. Situated in the heart of the bush, rooms are sumptuously decorated in the spirit of safari. Enjoy views of the African bush and the wandering warthogs and hippos that venture close to the lodge, unwind beside the pool and venture on daily game drives with experienced rangers, encountering Africa’s greatest beasts – it’s a true African wildlife experience.

Embark the regal Queen Mary 2, one of the finest cruise liners sailing the five oceans and a ship that offers a little of the finer things in life to all passengers who sail with her. Enjoy Cunard’s spectacular heritage, sense of occasion and huge array of activities, including ballroom-dancing, lawn bowls and afternoon tea in the Carinthia Lounge.

You’ll have plenty of options to choose from on your ocean-going days on board Queen Mary 2. One of the highlights of the voyage is undoubtedly the traditional English Afternoon Tea, featuring finger sandwiches, delicious cakes and fine teas – all served by Cunard’s impeccably dressed white-gloved waiters. Unwind by the pool as you sail across the Indian Ocean and treat yourself to relaxing treatments at the serene spa.

The beaches on Mauritius are heavenly, with bright blue seas and smooth white sand. The island is full of history and cultural diversity. There is the opportunity to try Chinese, Indian, French and African cuisine, all full of different spices and flavours. The markets are a great place to find unique crafts, jewellery and souvenirs.

Réunion blends French, Indian, African and Chinese influences, which have created diverse food, music and culture. It has a varied landscape and impressive scenery, with spectacular waterfalls, immense volcanoes, and deep canyons. Explore the island’s exceptional natural beauty by diving off the cliffs, surfing the waves, flying over the volcanoes and trekking up its majestic mountains.

Queen Mary 2 offers an array of elegant bars and lounges to suit every mood – during the day, sip coffee and nibble on croissants in Café Carinthia; enjoy pre-dinner drinks in the Midships Bar; toast friends in the Champagne Bar; and dance the night away at G32.

Durban is situated in the KwaZulu Province of South Africa and is the second largest city in South Africa. Admire the blend of cultures of Zulu, Indian, and European as you admire the city’s backdrop of jagged mountain ranges. Lose yourself in the plant collections of the Durban Botanic Gardens, shop for a trinket or two in the vibrant Victoria Street Market or pay a visit to a traditional Zulu homestead in the Valley of 1,000 Hills where you’ll witness an exciting dance show.

Relax on by one of Queen Mary 2's two pools, the Pavilion Pool and the aft Lido Pool, each with its own bar and two Jacuzzis. Enjoy a range of on-deck leisure activities, including paddle tennis, bowls or croquet. There’s also a netted golf area if you’re wanting to perfect your swing. Once the sun has set, head to the Queens Room for a night of dancing or the Royal Court Theatre, for spectacular stage performance.

After a day of relaxation on-board, you’ll arrive in Port Elizabeth, where you’ll receive a warm and inviting welcome. Discover its romantic history and how the beauty of the city gained its name atop the Donkin Reserve, stroll along the stretch of Hobie beach, dipping your toes in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, or explore the animal sanctuary of Addo Elephant National Park – home to the densest population of elephants in the world. You’ll also find the majestic “Big Five” here, along with antelope, Cheetah and Hyena.

Dining on board Queen Mary 2 is heralded as some of the very best at sea. Alongside Cunard favourites like the Britannia Restaurant, for a small supplement, you can enjoy themed dining experiences like Steakhouse at The Verandah for mouth-watering prime cuts and seafood or the King’s Court Buffet which offers a fusion of fresh seasonal flavours in an intimate setting.

Disembarking Queen Mary 2, savour the fascinating city of Cape Town where you could head down to the Watershed, a buttercup-yellow building with near-endless souvenir ideas, or perhaps scale the lofty Table Mountain via cable car. Or escape the city and spend some time with the African penguins of Boulders Beach. This glorious sandy cove overlooking sapphire waters is home to a large colony of penguins that have no issue with you sharing their spot.

Delve into the delights of this stunning city during your hotel stay. The city is frequently voted one of the best cities on Earth thanks to its stunning natural scenery and new developments. Experience fine cuisine, fabulous beaches, vibrant culture and beyond the urban city capital, charming towns and rustic estates of Winelands destinations such as Stellenbosch.

Recapture the romance and atmosphere of a bygone era as you step aboard reconditioned wood-panelled coaches and enjoy fine cuisine in five-star luxury on your journey to Petoria. After embarking you’ll have a chance to settle into your suite before joining fellow travellers in the lounge car or observation car. Later you’ll enjoy a formal dinner complemented by a selection of fine South African wines in the charming Victorian atmosphere of the dining cars.

Matjiesfontein, built in 1880, firmly holds on to its Victorian heritage, a little piece of Britishness within the western cape area of South Africa. A London bus will take you through the streets of this small isolated town lost in time. Have high tea in the Coffee House or a pint in the Laird’s Arms. Your onward train journey takes you through the haunting barrenness of the Great Karoo, a semi-desert area, once an inland sea, before arriving in Kimberley. There you’ll find the world’s deepest man-made excavation, Big Hole, which used to attract prospectors from far and wide in search of precious diamonds. On a trip to the Diamond Mine Museum, you will see the ‘Eureka’ diamond, the largest uncut diamond in the world, unfortunately perhaps, from a secure distance.

Situated in the heart of the bush, in the crater of a long-extinct volcano, Bakubung Bush Lodge offers the perfect location for an unforgettable safari stay. Rooms are sumptuously decorated, boasting amazing views across the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Your stay at here will provide a fantastic opportunity to embark on exciting and unforgettable game drives and wildlife viewing.

With daily morning and evening game drives available at the lodge, you’ll have the opportunity of searching for the Big Five in an open safari vehicle. Accompanied by a qualified guide, you’ll head into the wilderness seeking a pulsating encounter with a reclusive leopard or a pride of lions lazing in the sun. Return in the evening and enjoy an outdoor boma – an African-style dining experience – under the starlit African sky.

Bringing your holiday to a close, it’s time for your onward flight home.