7 coolest train journeys

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

Traveling by train is hardly the most popular way to travel. Trains are not as fast as planes, not as romantic as cruise ships, and not as comfortable as cars. However, there are railway routes in the world that every traveler dreams of traveling along. In this article, we'll highlight the best ones.

Rocky mountaineer

Rocky Mountaineer was founded in Canada in 1990 and during that time has become the largest rail excursion company. On a seven-day trip, tourists get excellent breakfasts and dinners in the dining car, as well as an endless amount of chic impressions of the scenery of the Canadian Rockies.

Glacier express

The creators of this route proudly declare that the Glacier Express is the slowest express in the world. And for sure, speed is completely irrelevant here. The route of this comfortable train with panoramic windows passes through the most beautiful places in mountainous Switzerland. On its way, the train crosses 291 bridges and passes through 91 tunnels.

Hiram Bingham Orient Express

This is a unique train journey that you will remember for a lifetime. The train has two dining cars, an observation bar car and a kitchen car. But, most likely, you will not even remember about them, since the surrounding landscapes will not allow you to tear yourself away from the window, even for a minute. The route begins in the sacred valley of the Incas, continues up to the majestic Andes and ends at Machu Picchu, the mysterious capital of the ancient Incas.

Royal scotsman

Scotland is rarely mentioned in the list of the most beautiful places on our planet, but in vain. The Royal Scotsman Railroad Tour will introduce you to the grandeur of this ancient land. The route passes through the Scottish highlands, among the picturesque mountains and transparent lakes. During stops, passengers can visit historic castles, learn the secrets of the famous whiskey production and even participate in shooting sports.

Talyllyn Railway

The railway is famous for even being the first narrow gauge line in Britain to be officially approved for passenger service in 1865. The excursion route begins in the small seaside town of Tiwine, passes through the most beautiful mountain landscapes of the national park and finishes at the Aberginoline station. The line is only about 12 kilometers long, so this is a great way to spend a weekend with your family.

Transsib

The Trans-Siberian Railway is the longest railway in the world. Independent travelers, not afraid of the dangers and inconveniences, can buy a regular ticket and travel by train through all of Eurasia. And if you value safety and comfort, then you should turn to one of the many companies organizing tours on the Trans-Siberian Railway, including visits to Lake Baikal, the Great Wall of China, Mongolian nomadic settlements and the forbidden city in Beijing.

Rovos rail

This comfortable train is modeled after Queen Victoria's own vintage train, but has the most modern conveniences. The low speed of movement allows you to admire the fabulous landscapes throughout the route, which runs along the picturesque southern coast of South Africa. A great way to experience 30s rail travel and see antelopes, giraffes and buffaloes grazing in the savannahs of Kruger National Park.

What are the most beautiful railway routes you know?