As well as being much better for the planet than cars and planes, train travel is a destination in itself – and that’s even more the case with scenic routes. So, without further ado, here are our top 14 scenic railways in Europe right now. RECOMMENDED:🚂 The best train journeys in...
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Want to plan a big railway trip for your next staycation? Here’s our pick of the most beautiful train journeys in the UK.
Whether you’re speeding between cities or taking the scenic route, it’s easy to find trains that match your plans – from local and national trains to high-speed and sleeper services. Plan your whole trip Whether you like to plan in advance or decide on the day, save journeys from the...
We’ve chosen the following journeys because they offer scenic beauty, keep up a vintage heritage or are just plain fabulous. All aboard for the best train rides in France! 1. Le Cévenol is the most remote and wild train ride Clermont-Ferrand to Nîmes; 303km (188 miles) The savage ...
One of China’s most epic train journeys is this spectacular two-day trip along the highest railway line in the world. Running from the nation’s capital all the way toTibet, it covers some 3757km across eight provinces. Departing Beijing in the evening, you’ll awake to the flat rural ...
KiwiRail offers three ‘Great Journeys of New Zealand’ scenic trains: TranzAlpine and Coastal Pacific on the South Island, and Northern Explorer on the North. Of the trio, TranzAlpine between Christchurch and Greymouth is arguably the most spectacular. The one-way trip takes 4.5 hours, while th...
Looking for inspiration for a 10-day Thailand itinerary? Whether you want to explore beaches, the cities, or Northern Thailand, you'll find a perfect itinerary here! Best time to visit the Thailand in 2025/2026 Uncover the ideal season to visit Thailand, experiencing its vibrant cities, rich...
A shortcut to finding scenic cross-country rail routes on Amtrak is to visit its Amtrak Vacations website and click on "Famous Rail Routes." This set of approximately 20 different overnight train routes gives you a great set of suggestions for your own potential cross-country journeys. ...
Arguably ranking among the world’s greatest road trips and the most iconic driving routes in the United States, the Blue Ridge Parkway stretches 469 miles from Cherokee, North Carolina to Waynesboro, Virginia. This stunningly scenic route was originally envisioned by US President Franklin Delano ...