The wilderness of the Canadian Rockies is a sight to behold; with glistening glacial lakes, soaring snow-capped mountains, roaring river canyons and seemingly endless forests all surrounded by the spellbinding landscape of the Rocky Mountains.

With two differing levels of service, the Rocky Mountaineer provides the best viewing opportunities on any of their 3 iconic routes. ‘First Passage to the West’ travels through the very heart of the Rockies, ‘Journey through the Clouds’ links the mountain town of Jasper to the sophisticated city of Vancouver and ‘Rainforest to Goldrush’ is the historic route through this magical landscape.

Have you ever wondered just how remote the Outback really is? The Ghan provides the perfect opportunity to travel the historic route of the first pioneers through the very heart of Australia. The fertile landscape surrounding Adelaide open to the red-baked earth, sand hills and ancient, rugged McDonnell mountain ranges for a true taste of the Outback.

The mystical wonders of Uluru and Alice Springs await, before this spectacular journey continues to the tropical splendour of the Top End providing a fascinating contrast to the rugged Outback interior. Discovering Australia’s breathtaking wilderness is a spellbinding experience by rail.

The legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is perhaps the most famous train in the world. Effortlessly combining the romanticism of rail travel with the glamour and elegance of the golden age of travel, climb aboard and step back in time to the roaring 20's.

Enjoy a delicious four course dinner and then relax in the Champagne Bar as you make your way south via Paris and the majestic French Alps and awake to the dramatic scenery of the Swiss Alps. Cross the Dolomites to the stunning Venetian Lagoon to arrive in one of Europe’s most romantic cities in ultimate style.

Journey to a bygone era where rail travel ruled supreme aboard the fully restored train that is truly worthy of its luxury billing. Departing from Rovos Rail’s dedicated heritage train station in Pretoria, the train travels north through the wilds of Zimbabwe following the footsteps of the railroad pioneers.

Enjoy spotting the Big 5 at Hwange National Park for an off-train inspiring excursion on a game drive, before crossing the iconic bridge to encapsulate the mighty force of Victoria Falls. Travelling on board Rovos Rail is akin to travelling back in time and the fully restored carriages evoke a keen sense of the golden age of rail travel.

Feel like a maharaja of old aboard the famed luxurious Palace on Wheels train journey through the heart of Rajasthan.

Each day on this spectacular journey brings a new and magical destination including the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra, the mystical sand dunes of Jaisalmer, the romanticism of Udaipur, the historical magnificence of Jaipur, the tiger capital of Ranthambore National Park and the undying charm of the country’s capital, Delhi.

This journey provides the perfect opportunity to capture the true essence of this mesmerising country in regal style.

Follow in the footsteps of the earliest pioneers as you experience the rugged splendour of the American west aboard the Empire Builder with Amtrak on one of North America’s greatest rail journeys. Traversing major portions of the Lewis and Clark Trail, the journey offers majestic views of the Mississippi from cosmopolitan Chicago, the glittering skyline of Minneapolis, crosses the North Dakota Plains into Big Sky country and passes Glacier National Park for some of the most breathtaking views en route to the vibrant city of Seattle.

Why stop there..?! If crossing through 7 states isn’t enough, why not visit Alaska as well with a cruise from Seattle or join the Pacific Surfliner train with Amtrak all the way to Los Angeles, the possibilities are endless!

The Eastern & Oriental Express is a sumptuous way to experience South East Asia in all its glory. It’s a surprise that the steamy jungle hasn’t yet reclaimed the railroad that cuts an exotic path from Singapore and weaves a course through Malaysia to the verdant jungle of Thailand.

As you make your way through the beautiful landscape, indulge in the luxurious accommodation and the refined atmosphere that truly encapsulates the colonial style elegance of one of the world’s greatest rail journeys.

From the picturesque Canterbury Plains to the towering peaks of the Southern Alps and the untamed wilderness of the west coast, the journey aboard the TranzAlpine truly is one of the world’s most scenic rail journeys. Covering the full breadth of New Zealand’s South Island, the TranzAlpine crosses fertile plains, towering viaducts, the ice-fed Waimakariri River and through mighty gorges and river valleys en route between Christchurch and Greymouth.

Spectacular vistas of awe-inspiring alpine landscapes at the top of the Southern Alps, the stunning Arthur’s Pass National Park and the west coast’s subtropical native beech rainforest are just some of the amazing landscapes viewed from the comfort of your seat.

Hop aboard the Andean Explorer, A Belmond Train, South America’s first luxury sleeper train, as it carves a path between the natural wonders and ancient kingdoms of Peru. Your journey begins from the capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco and crosses the scenic mountain passes of the Andean plains to the white city of Arequipa.

Spectacular highlights on this remarkable journey include the deep blue waters of the largest lake in South America, Lake Titicaca and Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world. This luxurious journey will truly highlight the stunning sights of this fascinating country in opulent style.

The Bernina Express starts in the charming town of Pontresina and the scenery on the journey just gets better and better. Travelling south from Pontresina, the Bernina Express climbs to an impressive 2,253 meters at Ospizio Bernina. The start of the climb begins next to a waterfall and levels out at a crystal blue lake with a backdrop of even higher mountains; a perfect start to the journey. The first of many tunnels brings you to the stop at Alp Grum, allowing for a quick photoshoot of the breathtaking mountains, lakes and the fifty shades of green trees.

One of the main highlights comes at 780 meters as you do a full 360 degree turn at the Brusio Kreisviadukt. Possibly one of the best bridges to ride along; not only do you get to view the bridge, but travelling in a 360 turn and going under the bridge you just travelled across is a strangely satisfying experience!

The Bernina Express terminates at the small town of Tirano, Italy where you have enough time to enjoy an Italian lunch and certainly a limoncello or two! The journey then moves onto travel by coach to Lugano, providing a slight dilemma: Lake Como, Milan and pasta on one side, or returning to cheese fondue, chocolate and trains on the other?

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