On the Right Track
- Author
- Joe Cummings
The Eastern & Oriental Express is the most lavish and well-appointed train anywhere in Southeast Asia, traveling between Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand.
The Deccan Odyssey’s interior harkens back to the age of the Maharaja and the Shangri-La Express follows in the footsteps of Alexander the Great and Marco Polo. Amongst exclusive company and chugging by in a deluxe suite is one of the best ways to see the history and charm of Asia.
To travel by luxury train is a comfortable, decadent way to see the world, but there is also a hint of the bohemian romantic. The Eastern & Oriental Express carries passengers between Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand on a whirlwind of old-world leisure, its company roots running back to that famous European line that once carried the Agatha Christie’s fictional Poirot.
The rails crisscrossing Asia allow passengers to race to Todaiji Temple and the Matsumoto Castle in Japan, roll through the tea and fruit plantations of Malaysia and the Cameron Highlands, and discover the natural and manmade wonders of Maharashtra.
Travelers may alight from the train for adventures or enjoy the culture from the extravagant comfort their room, with gourmet cuisine, garish accommodation, and world-class service. Indeed, there are few modes of travel that can boast of being the highlight of the trip.
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The Eastern & Oriental Express is the most lavish and well-appointed train anywhere in Southeast Asia, traveling between Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand.
From Bollywood on the Arabian Sea to tigers in the deep of the Indian subcontinent, the spirit of Maharashtra is the lifeblood of India.
Asia has some fantastic luxury train journeys that are absolute must-dos for anyone enchanted by the idea of exploring the region in truly romantic style. Here’s our pick of Asia’s Greatest Rail Journeys.
Stroll along one of the world’s wonders, the Great Wall of China, when you embark on this 8-day luxury train journey through Beijing and Lhasa. It’s a step back in time with ancient sites and breathtaking natural features, and a thrilling trip along the world’s highest train journey to the Tibetan Plateau.
This nine-day tour will whisk you through the wonders just waiting to be uncovered in Uzbekistan. Travel across this stunning country by train alighting to delight in the jaw-dropping architecture of the mosques and madrasahs of Tashkent, Bukhara and Khiva, the dramatic reds of the Kyzyl Kum desert and the beauty of the Amu Darya river.
This trip focuses on the eastern part of the Trans-Siberian, less well-known and therefore less crowded. Starting from the blue jewel of Lake Baikal, you'll stop over in cities such as Ulan-Ude and Khabarovsk before reaching the Pacific Ocean.
Ride the iconic Trans-Siberian Railway across beautifully picturesque and dreamlike landscapes over 16 days, stopping off at exquisite destinations en route. From Moscow to Vladivostok, enjoy a boundless experience while catching a glimpse of striking scenes as they sail past your window.
Embark on the world’s most famous overland journey from Moscow to Beijing, delving deep into the Siberian wilderness along the way. Cross three countries and two continents - accumulating almost 3,500 miles, all whilst bunking down for the night in the train, waking up to an ever-evolving landscape each morning.
Discover the highlights of Siberia on a journey along the iconic Trans-Siberian Railway. You'll explore Novosibirsk, Krasnoyarsk, Irkutsk, Lake Baikal and Olkhon Island, and the Republic of Buryatia. This is the best of Siberia, explored in the best the way.
Escape the crowds and explore Siberia in the harshest, but arguably most rewarding, season, with a scenic winter route along the iconic Trans-Siberian Railway. This 11-day tour of Siberian highlights is designed specifically with the cooler months in mind - ideal for those looking for a winter wonderland escape.
Venture where few travelers have gone before - isolated Siberia and the rural South Gobi Desert in this two-week tour through Russia and Mongolia. Meet isolated cultures in the desert and learn about Soviet-era times from within an authentic setting as you stay in luxurious hotels and camp underneath the stars.
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