Railway Cruises Back to the Links index Al Andalus Expreso [Europe, Spain] A rolling luxury hotel -intact thanks to the initiatives of railway lovers- to travel through the centuries, history and culture of Spain, without missing the minimum detail of the landscape, enjoying all the elegant facilities on board. http://www.alandalusexpreso.com American Orient Express [North America, USA] Rail holidays aboard a deluxe vintage train -America's only private luxury train cruise- that pay homage to the most romantic days of deluxe rail holiday travel: the Streamliner Era. http://www.americanorientexpress.com The Blue Train [Africa, South Africa] Luxury rail journeys into a timeless world of elegance and comfort that soothes body and soul, through South Africa's spectacular landscapes and stirring sceneries. http://www.bluetrain.co.za Majestic Imperator [Europe, Austria] A century ago, to travel by a luxury steam train through the scenic splendor and the ancient cities of Europe was to enjoy life at its finest. Six luxurious rail carriages, rebuilt from original plans of the legendary train of the Emperor Franz Joseph I and Empress Elisabeth of Austria offer journeys to Salzburg, Munich, Budapest, Prague, Venice and other destinations in the area. In English, German and Japanese. http://www.imperialtrain.com/ China Eastern & Oriental Express [Asia, China] The China Orient Express: an exclusive vintage train with mahogany and red lacquered walls used to serve China's elite and now travelling through the Silk Road of China. The train runs on diesel and no longer on steam locomotive. http://www.classictrainjourneys.com/Asi.htm Eastern & Oriental Express [Asia] The beauty of contrasting countries of Malaysia and Thailand from the unequalled luxury of the Eastern & Oriental Express Trains. http://www.classictrainjourneys.com/asi1.htm Classic Train Journeys [Western Emisphere] Some of the greatest and most luxurious train trips in the world, including The Blue Train, The Orient Express, The American Orient Express and The Royal Canadian Pacific. http://www.classictrainjourneys.com/eu.htm Royal Canadian Pacific [North America, Canada] Comfort and character vintage train service through one of the most spectacular railways in the world: the Canadian Pacific Railway -North America's oldest transcontinental railway- formed from 1881 to 1885 to link Canada from East to West through the rugged Canadian West. http://www.cprtours.com/Contacts/about.htm The Trans Siberian Express Company [Asia, Russia] Rail journeys throughout the vast and fascinating lands -between Moscow, St Petersburg and Vladivostok on the Pacific coast- aboard a sumptuous private train on the Trans-Siberian Railway. http://www.gwtravel.co.uk Orient Express [Europe] The official website of Orient-Express Trains. A distinctly different way to travel on legendary trains to the cultural landmarks of Europe and the Far East. http://www.orient-expresstrains.com British Pullman [Europe, Great Britain] Excursions and short breaks in Britain aboard the British Pullman carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, meticulously restored in the umber and cream livery of 1920s and 30s. http://www.orientexpresstrains.com/british-pullman.htm Palace On Wheels [Asia, India] A Palace On Wheels: 14 coaches to relax in comfort through the former royal kingdoms of Rajasthan and witness the history of India in forbidding fortresses and fairytale palaces. http://www.palaceonwheels.net Perurail [South America, Peru] A spectacular way to discover the ancient Land of the Incas from historic Cusco to the famous ruins at Machu Picchu; to Puno and Lake Titicaca; to Arequipa and the Colca Canyon where the condors fly. Along the way, specially designed first-class carriages and observation cars for unhindered viewing of unmatched staggering beauty. http://www.perurail.com Northern Belle [Europe, Great Britain] Enjoyable day excursions and stylish short breaks throughout Britain from major stations throughout the Midlands and North of England on the reflection of the affluent ‘Belle’ trains of the 1930’s, the first classic train of the new century. Grand Tour of Great Britain -a week long journey throughout the most beautiful landscapes of Great Britain- is scheduled periodically. http://www.raileurope.com/us/rail/passes/northern_belle.htm Rocky Mountaineer Railtour [North America, Canada] Adventure and natural scenic wonders of Canada's West and the Canadian Rockies up close, all in daylight. http://www.rkymtnrail.com The Rovos Rail [Africa, South Africa] Steam cruises through the heart of Africa -South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Zambia and Tanzania- in high standard accomodations aboard the restored Victorian passenger train. http://www.rovos.co.za Royal Caribbean Cruisetours [North America, Alaska] The Wilderness Express The largest glass-domed railcars, with wider newly designed seats, an open-air viewing platform and world-class dining options, providing with the most enjoyable ride possible aboard the most innovative train in Alaska. http://www.royalcaribbean.com/alaskatours_1/index_a.htm The Royal Scotsman [Europe, Scotland] Luxury train holidays through the Highlands of Scotland and its unspoilt natural beauties for a maximum of only 36 guests aboard at any one time. http://www.royalscotsman.com Steam Safari [Western Emisphere] The steam safaris are a series of railway adventures on the preserved steam railroads of Europe and North America. http://www.steamsafari.com/index.htm The Trans Siberian Railway [Asia, Russia] The regular Trans-Siberian trains to Vladivostok, Ulaan Baatar or Beijing. http://www.trans-siberian.co.uk The Shongololo Express [Africa, South Africa] Three different itineraries -the Good Hope Express, Southern Cross, and Dune Express- for seeing Southern Africa and enjoy the continent's splendor. http://www.travelbeyond.com/trains/shongo.htm Russian Istanbul Orient Express [Asia, Russia] An epic and spectacular 5,000-mile journey aboard the Nostalgic Istanbul Orient Express from Beijing, across the Gobi Desert, Mongolia and Siberia, all the way to Moscow. A private train reserved exclusively for 85 guests only. http://www.uniworld.com/trip_overview.asp?Cruise_ID=232 > BACK TO THE TOP