There is nothing quite like seeing the world solo. Just you, your backpack, and the big wide world calling your name. But let’s be real—it’s not all sunshine. There’s the odd dodgy moment when you’re squinting at a map, wondering if you’ve taken a wrong turn, or when you wish you had someone to share …
Solo traveller’s guide to group tours: Embracing group travel as a solo explorer Read More »
At Railway Adventures, we aren’t biased, but we’ll go ahead and say it anyway – group travel is, in our opinion, one of the best ways to explore the world. Based on our many years of experience, we’ve found that the sweet spot for an unforgettable group travel experience is 16-21 people with 25 being …
Group Travel Etiquette: Do’s and dont’s for a smooth and enjoyable journey Read More »
When it comes to planning a trip, whether for business or leisure, one of the most crucial (yet often overlooked) details is noting dietary requirements. Many travellers skip over this box, thinking it’s a minor issue, or because they “don’t want to be a bother”. However, being transparent and clear about dietary needs can be …
Why Honesty About Dietary Requirements Matters When Booking Travel Read More »
While solo travel has its allure and large group tours may have mass appeal, there’s something truly special about small group travel. Travelling in a small group is one of the best ways to discover new destinations, and enjoy the camaraderie that comes with shared experiences. You’ll make new friends, see hidden gems, and create …
Small Group Tour Benefits: 5 Reasons Why Travelling In Small Groups Is Ideal Read More »
The Great Wall of China We’ve just signed off on a new Railway Adventures tour scheduled to run in May 2025 – Kunming to Bangkok via Laos – and it’s going to be a cracker of an adventure, combining local trains with the new high-speed railways in China, including the newly built Laos-China Railway. Amongst …
The most relaxing, romantic and engaging way to see a country is from the window of a train, and when in Asia, there’s no better journey on the rails than Singapore to Bangkok. Grand colonial-era stations, regions of incredible natural beauty and important historical significance are among the attractions of the 2,040km rail journey – …
SINGAPORE TO BANGKOK AND BEYOND BY RAIL – What’s it like? Read More »
Whoops of delight rang out from the Railway Adventures office when we heard the fantastic news that David Elliott, founder of the Australian Age of Dinosaurs had been awarded an Order of Australia Medal (OAM) and named Australian Local Hero of the in the recent 2024 Australia Day Honours. A sheep farmer one day, a …
Travelling internationally as part of a group tour can be a wonderful experience. For starters, you don’t need to think about where you’re going to stay, where you’re going to eat most of the time, or how you’re going to get from one place to the next without any stress. You just need to turn …
Fully escorted international tours – what’s the best group size? Read More »
The Viceroy Special crossing the Nine Arches Bridge Travelling across Sri Lanka in a privately chartered, all inclusive heritage steam train, staying in resort hotels along the way, is by far the best travel experience I’ve had. As part of my work with Scott McGregor’s Railway Adventures, I’ve been lucky enough to experience some of what …
Sri Lanka by private train – one of my best ever travel experiences Read More »
I joined the Railway Adventures Vietnam by Private Train 2019 tour and what a blast it was!Here’s 6 reasons why you should sign on for 2020! Reason #6 – I’d never been to Vietnam One of the best reasons to go anywhere. What a country! What an incredible history. What resilience and resourcefulness. The people, …
You only need one reason to travel to Vietnam with Railway Adventures, but here’s 6! Read More »
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