Namibia by Private Train. Europe s Number 1 for Exlusive Worldwide Charter Trains

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1 Namibia by Private Train Europe s Number 1 for Exlusive Worldwide Charter Trains

2 T he Epic Private Train Journey across the Deserts of Namibia On our private train journey the famous Desert Express exclusively explores the amazing landscapes of Namibia on unique routings. Fish River Canyon, Africa s biggest canyon, the apricot-coloured dunes of the Namib desert, the rough Atlantic coast and the animal flocks of Etosha National Park on board of this rolling hotel the beauty and the colours of Africa shine in through large panoramic windows, while highest comfort, safety and first-class service can be enjoyed. Enjoy overnights in the Namib Desert and in the Etosha National Park in stylish lodges as well as adventurous game drives. Make friends with the Big Five and savour sumptuous specialty meals on your unforgettable tour through one of the most colourful countries of the world. 2

3 Our Competence Your Journey v Know-how from over 25 years of operating train journeys v Quality made in Germany: We make your many different stops a comfortable experienc v Alternating overnights in your train compartment, in first class hotels and stylish lodges v For your safety: Doctor on board v Private shower/wc in your compartment v Approved guide system with personal and local guides v Sophisticated on-board programme and a comprehensive excursion package v Group of a maximum of 48 guests travelling exclusively in four air-conditioned sleeping cars v Special individual requests fulfilled v Tailor-made pre- and post-tours according to your wishes v Large panoramic windows v Meals served in lovingly designed restaurant waggon as well as a beautiful waggon car for socialising v Train travelling slowly in the daytime, revealing breathtaking details, photo stops at the most stunning places 3

4 Highlights of Your Namibian Journey v Relaxed travelling with the exclusively chartered train Desert Express: all sleeping compartments with private shower and toilet v Unique Namibia experience: the red sand dunes of the Namib Desert, bizarre rock formations, moonscapes and canyons in the Namib-Naukluft National Park, the high plateau with the Auas Hills, the Etosha Salt Pan v Dining- and lounge car v Namib Desert: the Sossusvlei with the highest dunes of the world v Game drives in the famous Etosha National Park v Accommodation in stylish lodges in the Etosha National Park and in the Namib Desert v Romantic town between desert and ocean: the historic Swakopmund v Fish River Canyon and Quivertree Forest v Atlantic coast line with the Flamingo lagoon near Walvisbai v Spitzkoppe with rock designs of the San-Bush-People v Possibility to visit Lüderitz on the Diamond Coast v Insights into Namibian everyday life: excursions to Katutura s Market and the Penduka women s project 4

5 Our Most Popular Route

6 Your Private Train The Namibian-German designed Desert Express went on its maiden voyage through the Namib Desert in The interior, a modern reminiscence of classy journeys of past days, reflects the colours and motives of the country: beautiful glass engravings of the Namibian fauna and flora, handmade amber-coloured leather armchairs in the lounge car, red golden woods with lovingly processed animal motives. In the Welwitschia Restaurant and in Stardune Bistro first-class 3-course menus and buffet meals are served. Enjoy Namibian and European gourmet cuisine with game such as Oryx or Kudu and fresh ocean specialities together with fine South-African wines. In the Spitzkoppe saloon waggon you can relax with a freshly tapped Windhoek Lager or a refreshing cocktail or read your board info booklet. By the way: there is no dress code on your private train and in the restaurants of your lodges. Every one of the four waggons offers six sleeping compartments. Each compartment has two lower beds (188 x 70 cm, 6 2 x 2 3 ), which in the daytime are transformed into 3 cosy chairs by your attentive stewardesses. The large panoramic windows offer amazing views and are ideal for photography. Every compartment has a shower, toilet and a pivoting wash basin with hot and cold water. The modern fixture of the compartments comprises individually adjustable air conditioning, safe, hair-dryer, 220 V socket and board telephone. There is a doctor onboard. 6

7 Our Service Your Benefit v Numerous departure dates available in all seasons v Remarkable selection of pre- and post-tours v Luggage service from/to airport inwindhoek v Alternating overnights in your train compartment, in first class hotels and stylish lodges v Approved guide system with personal and local tour guide v Accommodation on board of Desert Express in comfortable 2-bed-sleeping compartments with lower beds, air-conditioning, pivoting wash basin as well as private shower and toilet v Doctor on board v Overnights in a stylish safari lodge at the gate of the Etosha National Park and in the Namib Desert v Excursions and transfers in airconditioned travel busses v All meals included, menus with culinary specialties of Namibia like biltong sampling and meals with Oryx and Kudu v Excursions to Fish River Canyon and to the Quivertree Forest v Namib-Naukluft National Park: the gigantic dunes of Sossusvlei, Sesriem Canyon and Kuiseb Canyon v Excursion to the historic Swakopmund v Flamingo lagoon in Walvis Bay v Visit of the Penduka project and a typical market in Windhoek v Detailed travel documents and personal log book v Entertaining lectures on local culture, history and everyday life 7

8 Your Contact Please ask for our exclusive worldwide charter programmes, e.g.: Transsiberian by Private Train Legendary Silk Road in Central Asia Majestic Mekong River in Southeast Asia Rovos Rail from Cape Town to Dar Es Salaam Lernidee Erlebnisreisen GmbH Eisenacher Straße 11 D Berlin Germany phone fax