Machu Picchu and Beyond
PeruRail is a specialist train travel provider, running trains to Machu Picchu and beyond through some of the most beautiful parts of Peru. A choice of routes are available - between either historic Cusco or the Sacred Valley and the legendary Machu Picchu, or between Cusco and the marvelous Lake Titicaca.
The Vistadome trains have beautiful panoramic windows offering unsurpassed scenic views and photographic opportunities as you enter the Inca's territory in search for Machu Picchu Citadel.
With glass surrounding them on all sides, passengers feel as if they are part of Peru's remarkable landscape.
Entertainment on board, snacks and hot and cold refreshments are included on the journey .
The Andean Explorer runs on the route between Lake Titicaca (Puno) and Cuzco uniting two of Peru’s top tourist destinations.
Exquisitely decorated in the manner of the great Pullman trains of the 1920’s, the Andean Explorer boasts a full fleet of refurbished coaches.
An open-air Observation Bar Car adds to the enjoyment along this beautiful route, and provides the opportunity for magnificent photographs of the scenery.
Peru Rail
Peru Rail Travel Website
+51 84 581414
The Ozarks
Take the Arkansas and Missouri Railroad's special passenger train services and enjoy a journey that you will remember for a lifetime. The beautifully restored, turn-of-the-century passenger cars feature genuine inlaid mahogany interior and a knowledgeable staff to provide historical commentary and a nostalgic touch. Meal service may be purchased` with first Class and Upgraded Coach fares or snacks and drinks may be purchased on the trains. Everything else is supplied by the natural beauty of the surrounding Ozark Mountains and the friendly people Arkansas is famous for. For some, the journey evokes memories of an era long gone. For others, it is the fulfillment of a wish to let their children and grandchildren experience the Golden Age of Travel just as they did when they were young. All enjoy a uniquely memorable experience reminiscent of American traditions in transportation. Whatever your reason to take the train, you are almost guaranteed to leave the Arkansas and Missouri Railroad with a feeling of nostalgic joy in your heart – and perhaps the remembered scent of a warm, home-baked Fourth-of-July apple pie in your memory.
Arkansas and Missouri Railroad
Arkansas Rail Travel Website
800.687.8600
Poland and Berlin
This tour begins with a two-night stay in Berlin. Travelers will enjoy both a panoramic city tour and two unique walking tours of the restored center, then continue by fast mainline train across the border into Poland. Caught between the German and Russian Empires, Poland has a long history of conflict and troubles, but it is also one of the great success stories resulting from the breakup of the former Soviet states of Eastern Europe.
Tour the grand historic cities of Poznan, Warsaw and Krakow with palace, cathedral and historic home visits. As we explore Warsaw, we marvel at the city's remarkable renaissance from the devastation of the Second World War. Included is a visit to the home of legendary composer and pianist Frederic Chopin, an exploration of the Wieliczka Salt Mine (the oldest operating salt mine in Europe and a unique UNESCO World Heritage Site), and a day-trip to the magnificent Tatra Mountains.
Vacations by Rail
Vacations by Rail Travel Website
877-929-7245
The Orient Express
Europe is a continent of immense variety, offering an infinite range of contrasting experiences. Vibrant modern cities sit alongside ancient towns with glorious pasts and tiny villages untouched by time. Breathtaking mountains, great rivers and forest-lined lakes encircle dynamic urban landscapes.
World-renowned examples of history, culture and cutting-edge technology are often located close by wild, open countryside where little has changed for centuries.
The legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express carries passengers to some of the greatest cities that Europe has to offer.
Venice-Simplon-Orient Express
www.orient-express.com
800-524-2420
The Royal Scotsman
A journey on The Royal Scotsman is regarded as one of the world's great travel experiences. Experience Scotland's ever-changing landscapes of sweeping glens, towering peaks and mirror-calm lochs as the train weaves through wild countryside and along virgin stretches of coast.
Guests disembark daily to visit exceptional places of interest, such as private residences or whisky distilleries, where highlights include privileged access and even a personal tour by the local laird. Activities may include attending Highland Games or watching local fishermen haul up their catch.
Orient Express
www.royalscotsman.com
800-524-2420
Switzerland
Travel on the famous Swiss mountain railways from St.Moritz to Zermatt and vice versa or from Piz Bernina to the Matterhorn. A 7 1/2 hour railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2’033 metres in altitude. A panoramic trip through the Alps in the heart of Switzerland. The Glacier Express travels a beautiful route between the sights of the Graubünden holiday region, the sunny Valais region with its glacier landscape, and the beautiful regions of the South. Travel in comfort through the unspoilt natural beauty of a landscape rich in ancient, fragrant moun- tain forests, peaceful Alpine meadows, rushing mountain streams and mountain valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries-old culture.
The Glacier Express
www.glacierexpress.ch
41(0)27 927 77 77
Central Europe
One of the great pleasures of rail travel is the way a train gets you to the very heart of a city. Step out of the station in Venice, for example, and you are literally at the water’s edge. Embark at Budapest and you will wake in Istanbul, in Transylvania, in Cracow or Berlin - destinations of cultural and architectural heritage, icons of world history.
This is one of the most stimulating ways to travel. And before you drift off to sleep, lulled by the rhythm of the train, you can watch the Great Hungarian Plain, the Tatra Mountains or the Danube roll by in the twilight, from the comfort of your own luxury room. The dream begins. The Danube Express normally comprises eight cars headed by a modern electric locomotive. The cars, all of which are new or refurbished, provide a high level of comfort and convenience, consist of three deluxe sleeping cars, two classic sleeping cars, restaurant car, lounge car and a car for the staff. There are also Presidential Cars which can be included in the consist.
Each sleeping car has a fully dedicated member of staff who will be at your service throughout the journey, in charge of housekeeping and that all-important wake-up call.
We provide all our guests with a full timetable explaining the details of our excursions and the timing of all meals along with other health, safety, weather and travel information.
The Danube-Express
www.railsnw.com
800-717-0108
Canadian Rockies
The official site of Rocky Mountaineer Vacations - providers of unique Canadian train trips and vacation packages across Canada. This year travel by train through the Canadian Rockies onboard the award-winning Rocky Mountaineer train and discover Canada from coast to coast.
Select from this superb collection of most popular Canadian train trips and rail tours, each featuring two or four days onboard the world-renowned Rocky Mountaineer train.
Rocky Mountaineer Vacations
www.rockymountaineer.com
877-460-3200
Within the U.S.
This is the definitive site for U.S. rail travel. Browse by region - look for hot deals and review schedules.
Amtrak
www.amtrak.com
800-872-7245
Mexico's Copper Canyon
The Copper Canyon Train
The Chihuahua-Pacifico Railway, completed in 1961, after 90 years of construction, is a modern marvel of engineering. The same rails are used by all trains going through the Canyon. With Caravan you travel both the south and the north route in a spacious air-conditioned chartered first class train car.
Both of your Copper Canyon train rides are scheduled in the daytime for the best lighting for views and photography. Often the train can be delayed for up to a couple of hours. A roundtrip train ride doubles your chances of viewing the canyon during daylight. Also, by going roundtrip, you can see a different side of the canyon in each direction.
Caravan has reserved an entire first class train car. For your comfort, there are always more seats in your car than there are clients. For your health, animals are not permitted in your car. For your safety, the seats in your train car are only available to Caravan clients and are not open to the general public.
Caravan Tours
www.caravan.com
800-227-2826
Eurostar
On November 14, 2007, Eurostar introduced exciting new changes to its service including:
A new central London Station- St Pancras international
A new dedicated track - Britain’s first highspeed line
New journey times - at least 20 minutes faster!
• London-St Pancras International to Paris in just 2 hours 15 minutes
• London-St Pancras International to Brussels in only 1 hour 51 minutes
• London-St Pancras International to Lille, a short jaunt in just 1 hour 20 minutes
Rail Europe
www.raileurope.com
877-257-2887
Australia
The rails provide the best way to truly take in the vastness of Australia, offering a window on the great sites that convey its natural history, human settlement and environmental impact. On an extraordinary four-week journey, discover all the best this immense island continent has to offer. Prices start at $9,716.00 per person.
Elderhostel
www.elderhostel.org
800-454-5768
Luxury Trains/India
The Luxury Trains is one of the leading Luxury Trains and Tour Operators and the largest consolidators of Palace on Wheels, Heritage on Wheels & Deccan Odyssey Trains based in New Delhi, India. To Service our clients better, we have our offices strategically located all around the world: USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and in India.
“Incredible India” is a country of vibrant colors and therefore, whenever you think of heart warming colors, think of The Luxury Trains, your partners to service the customers who deserve nothing but “The Best”.
The Luxury Trains
www.theluxurytrains.com
877-904-6342
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