Ditch the car and see these destinations by train.
Whether it’s winding through the Swiss mountains or crossing one of the world's largest countries, train travel has something for everyone.
Journey through the Clouds, Canada
This Rocky Mountaineer takes you from Vancouver to Jasper through scenic valleys and mountain ranges with a highlight of the trip seeing Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. You may spot a moose at Moose Lake too! Where to stay? Vancouver - Loden Hotel, Rosewood, Shangri-La Jasper - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Tag this journey with Banff, Lake Louise and Calgary
Trans-Siberian Railway, Russia
One of the most well-known rail routes connecting Moscow and Beijing is this epic journey crossing 8 time zones and passing through Kazan, the Ural Mountains, along the shores of Lake Baikal and via the Gobi Desert before entering China. Where to stay? Moscow - The StandArt Hotel, Ritz-Carlton Beijing - Cour et Pavillons, Hotel Eclat, Rosewood
Rovos Rail, Africa
From South Africa to Zimbabwe, this journey starts in Pretoria and takes you along one of the world’s longest stretches of straight railway line, 114 kilometres. On the 3-day journey, you'll cross the Tropic of Capricorn, traverse through Hwange National Park stopping for a game drive before finishing at the mighty Victoria Falls. Where to stay? A Cape Town and Garden Route itinerary tags perfectly with this Rovos Rail route, also with the option of adding a safari in South Africa or Zimbabwe too.
Tokyo to Kyoto, Japan
The fastest (2hr 40m) and smoothest way to travel the 320 miles between Tokyo to Kyoto, this bullet train is an experience of its own being one of the most heavily travelled high-speed rail routes in the world. Where to stay? Tokyo - Trunk Hotel, Aman, The Station Hotel, Kyoto - Ritz-Carlton, Hoshinoya, Kanamean Nishitomiya
Kandy to Ella, Sri Lanka
All aboard the bright blue train through the tea plantations of Sri Lanka. On this 7-hour journey, as well as the extensive greenery, you'll overlook local farms & villages and pass through woodland forests. Even better, you'll share the journey with locals. Where to stay? This train journey is a "not-to-miss" during a Sri Lankan itinerary, which usually consists of The Cultural Triangle, Kandy, Ella, The South Coast and Colombo. All itineraries are tailor-made to your preferences.
Californian Zephyr, USA
This journey leaves daily and runs between Chicago and San Francisco. A mighty 51 hours in total, you can depart the train in 7 States at 37 train stations. You'll pass through the plains of Nebraska and onto Denver, across the Rockies and then through Sacramento into San Francisco. Where to stay? Chicago - Thompson, The Robey. Denver - Halcyon. Salt Lake City - Washington School House. San Fran - The Battery, Zetta, Hotel Zeppelin, Proper Hotel.
The Ghan, Australia
Covering the country North to South, this journey is 1851 miles one-way from Darwin to Adelaide. You'll travel through the heart of Australia with a stop off at Alice Springs before making your way towards Adelaide via Coober Pedy. Where to stay? This 3-night unique experience could be added to any Australian itinerary. A tailor-made itinerary would be provided including The Ghan in it.
Glacier Express, Switzerland
This Rocky Mountaineer takes you from Vancouver to Jasper through scenic valleys and mountain ranges with a highlight of the trip seeing Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. You may spot a moose at Moose Lake too! Where to stay? Vancouver - Loden Hotel, Rosewood, Shangri-La Jasper - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Tag this journey with Banff, Lake Louise and Calgary
Delhi to Mumbai, India
There are two ways to do this journey; the first one isn't for the faint hearted but will give you the most authentic Indian experience aboard the crowded commuter trains meeting plenty of locals along the way. The second option, if luxury is more your thing, is on board The Maharaja Express which takes you through Rajasthan in comfortable carriages with dining carts, bars and lounges. Where to stay? A tailor-made itinerary would be provided for you.
Bergen to Oslo, Norway
A little closer to home, this train journey takes you along one of Europe’s highest mountain plateaus and through spectacular scenery. Starting in Bergen for an alternative Scandi experience, the 7-hour journey takes you to Oslo (or vice-versa) ticking off a double-city break. Where to stay? Bergen - Villa Terminus, Zander K Oslo - The Thief
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