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RAIL JOURNEYS
Rail travel offers a unique and scenic way to explore destinations while enjoying the comfort and convenience of train transportation. Whether it's for leisure, sightseeing, or commuting, rail journeys can provide a relaxing and enjoyable travel experience.
Highlights of Portugal
Duration: 8 days
From: $3,470pp
Tour Operator: Intrepid
Eat, dance and travel your way through Portugal’s highlights.
Take in the highlights of the sun-kissed splendour of Portugal on an eight-day sightseeing adventure from Porto to Lisbon. Taste port in its birthplace, explore riverfront Coimbra and its historic university, and weave through the verdant countryside all the way to the capital. From the leafy Schist Villages to a traditional Fado show, you’ll be experiencing the best of Portugal’s arts and culture. Oh yes – they have pretty good custard tarts too. Put Portugal on your itinerary today with a small-group journey that gets you to the places you need to see.
Discover Central Europe
Duration: 8 days
From: $2,515pp
Tour Operator: Intrepid
From fairytale castles to iconic canals, discover the best of Central Europe
Discover some of the hottest locations in Central Europe with a trip that offers you loads of free time and a local leader with all the best recommendations on how to spend it. Start off in Budapest and maybe choose to wander the iconic ruin bars in the Jewish quarter. Head to cosmopolitan Vienna, perfect for art lovers, and marvel at the historical architecture before tucking into some Kaffe and kuchen at a local café that empowers the city's older citizens with employment and purpose.
North China Getaway
Duration: 12 days
From: $1,835pp
Operator: Intrepid
Discover the breathtaking countryside and rich cultural history of China's north on this 12-day trip bookended by the bright city lights of the country’s biggest hubs. From the dizzying heights of Huangshan, the Great Wall and waterfront Shanghai to the underground pits that hold thousands of Terracotta Warriors, this trip explores the diversity and significance of China. Go beyond the tourist trail, immersing yourself in the local ways of life, with hand-picked experiences to choose from and curated stays in small village guesthouses along the way. Northern China is a feast for the senses, especially your appetite.
Berlin to Venice
Duration: 15 days
From: $4,710pp
Operator: Intrepid
String together some of central Europe’s most enchanting destinations on this 15-day adventure from Berlin to Venice. Start with the buzz of Berlin, with its historic sites and modern vibrancy, before experiencing the Bohemian cultural hub of Prague. See Bratislava’s small-city charms and get excited by Budapest’s picturesque duality. Discover the delights of Vienna’s cosmopolitan city centre, stroll through stunning Salzburg, take a moment to yourself on the shores of Lake Bled and then finish with a vino in Venice. With ample free time in each spot and a local leader armed with tried and true recommendations, what more are you waiting for?
Mediterranean Express: Rivieras & Railroads
Duration: 7 days
From: $2,419pp
Tour Operator: G Adventures
Travel Style: 18-thirtysomethings
Jump on this quick (and affordable) seven-day tour of some of Europe's greatest cities. See what's so nice about Nice, snap the expected "holding up the Leaning Tower of Pisa" shot, and then explore Gaudí's famous architecture. And hey, think of the food to be tried on a tour from Rome to Barcelona! (Good thing you'll be walking so much.) Travel on trains and leave the coach bus behind on this life-changing experience.
Historic Trains of the Old West
Duration: 9 days
From: $6,639
Tour Operator: Globus
This tour of the U.S. West is just the ticket to chug through the untamed beauty of the Royal Gorge aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railway; through the magnificent mesas and canyons of San Juan National Forest aboard the Durango & Silverton Narrow-Gauge Railroad; and through the rugged splendor of the Rockies aboard the historic Georgetown Loop Railroad. You’ll also pick up steam with visits to Colorado Spring’s Garden of the Gods, Mesa Verde’s ancient cliff dwellings, Chimayo’s famous pilgrimage site, and Glenwood Spring’s historic Hotel Colorado, a favorite of President Theodore Roosevelt. Train buffs will also enjoy time in Durango’s D&SNG Railway Museum.
The Ghan Expedition
Duration: 4 days
From: $4,159
Tour Operator: Journey Beyond Rail
Beginning in Darwin, this all-inclusive expedition takes you to some of the most remote and captivating parts of Australia. Operating April to October, your adventure through the country’s vast, varied, and captivating interior will demonstrate the true meaning of the Australian outback. In the Northern Territory, explore Katherine and Alice Springs, where you’ll enjoy a signature dining experience at The Historic Telegraph Station, and in South Australia, stop at Manguri and Coober Pedy before reaching your final destination of Adelaide.
Southern Japan Experience
Duration: 8 days
From: $1,818
Tour Operator: G Adventures
Go off the path in southern Japan through steaming onsens and volcano panoramas
One of Japan’s greatest attractions is its blend of the modern and the traditional. On this 12-day trip, you’ll veer off the main island of Honshu and travel to the less-touristed southwest. Discover revived art on the island of Naoshima, wander the castle in Matsuyama and spend a night in a tranquil homestay in the village of Usuki. Steam away your worries in the onsens in Beppu and be treated to a night in the volcanic Mt Aso, staying right in the middle of a caldera in a traditional Japanese inn surrounded by rice terraces. Remind yourself of the sobering history of Nagasaki and end it all back where it began – in thriving Osaka. This adventure is the ultimate combination of modern art, bullet trains, countryside villages, traditional inns, delicious feasts and onsens, surrounded by impressive views of rice terraces, volcano craters and grasslands.
ROCKY MOUNTAINEER
A luxury train service that offers scenic rail journeys through the breathtaking landscapes of the Canadian Rockies and the Pacific Northwest of North America. It is known for providing travelers with a unique and immersive experience of the natural beauty and rugged terrain of this region. The Rocky Mountaineer operates several different routes, with the most popular being the "First Passage to the West," the "Journey through the Clouds," and the "Rainforest to Gold Rush." These routes take passengers through stunning mountain scenery, dense forests, and along pristine rivers and lakes.
THE GHAN
The Ghan is a famous passenger train service in Australia. It is one of the country's most iconic and renowned train journeys, known for its long-distance travel across the Australian Outback. The name "The Ghan" is derived from the Afghan camel drivers who played a crucial role in opening up the Australian interior by using camels for transportation in the 19th century. he Ghan's primary route runs from Adelaide in South Australia to Darwin in the Northern Territory, or vice versa. This journey spans approximately 2,979 kilometers (1,851 miles) and takes passengers through some of Australia's most spectacular and remote landscapes.
ROVOS
A luxury train company that offers some of the most opulent and scenic train journeys in Africa. Known for its old-world charm, exceptional service, and vintage-style trains, Rovos Rail provides a unique way to explore the stunning landscapes and cultural heritage of southern Africa. The Rovos Rail fleet consists of beautifully restored vintage trains, including classic wood-panelled carriages and elegant dining cars. The Pride of Africa, one of their most famous trains, offers luxurious accommodations and a bygone-era ambiance.
ORIENT EXPRESS
One of the most famous and iconic luxury train services in the world. It has a rich history dating back to the late 19th century and is renowned for its opulent carriages, exceptional service, and the sense of adventure it evokes. The Orient Express was synonymous with luxury and elegance. Its carriages featured plush furnishings, fine dining, and attentive service. Passengers dressed in their finest attire, and the train's dining cars were known for their gourmet cuisine.
TIME TO TAKE A JOURNEY
Let us help you discover one of the great train journeys of the world over plains, through passes and into the heart of some of the most magical regions of the world. And yes, we do rail passes!
