If you love travelling and want to explore incredible destinations, why not discover some of the world’s most breathtaking railway routes ?
A journey of more than 9000 kilometres across the Siberian Steppe
The Trans-Siberian Railway is one of the world’s most famous and iconic railway routes. Every year, thousands of travellers from around the world embark on this journey from Moscow to Vladivostok. Along this epic journey of more than 9,000 kilometres, you can see everything from immense stretches of forest to majestic rivers and the Siberian steppe.
Flåm Train, the Norwegian Fjord Train
This destination is amazing in itself, but a train ride in the surrounding area is one of the best things to do in Norway. The Flåm train starts at Myrdal mountain station and ends in Flåm, a short 20-kilometre journey that offers a trip along Sognefjorden, Europe’s longest and highest fjord. To make it even more special, its carriages have huge windows offering the best views of the valley’s peaks and waterfalls.
A World Heritage Route
The Bernina Express is another train travel gem, taking you from Switzerland to Italy through the breathtaking Swiss Alps. This route has been recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage route. From the Swiss town of Tirano to Saint Moritz, you can enjoy views of the mountain peaks, valleys and glaciers that make up this alpine scenery.
The panoramic train with picturesque views
The Andes Express in Peru offers spectacular views, a panoramic train from which you can enjoy mountain scenery, picturesque valleys and the iconic Lake Titicaca, considered to be the highest navigable lake in the world.
A transoceanic train
Can you imagine a train journey linking the Pacific with the Indian Ocean? Well, it exists! The Indian Pacific train crosses Australia from east to west, from Sydney to Perth, which takes 3 days. This route is characterised by the continent’s changing landscapes. From golden beaches to the arid outback, the route takes in the ghost towns of central Australia, towns with a mining history and the imposing Blue Mountains.
If you love travelling and discovering new destinations, hop aboard and enjoy the thrill of exploring the world along these unforgettable railway routes. Your next adventure awaits you on board a train!
