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Rocky Mountain High

The scenery of the American west has been the backdrop for legends and stories from the times of the Native Americans right through to modern day Hollywood’s love obsession with this spectacular landscape. Monument Valley for instance has appeared in no less than 80 films and TV shows and that’s on top of the Marlboro Man galloping past the towering mesas to the rousing anthem of the Magnificent Seven. There was every reason for Forest Gump to end his cross-country run at this spot because nothing seems to sum up the America West more than these wondrous natural castles adorned in rusty red. At the heart of our adventure is this iconic setting and throughout a further variety of astounding views from the jaw-dropping vastness of the Grand Canyon to the soaring heights of the Rocky Mountains. When you add an old steam train, or a heritage Pullman Diesel, into these epic landscapes you really are capturing the atmosphere of another age.

Canadian Rockies by Rail, Road and Sea

Join us for a very special 18-day, 4,300-kilometre journey of discovery through Canada’s resplendent Rocky Mountains and the diverse landscapes of British Columbia. This grand tour showcases the best of rail, road, and sea travel, weaving together an epic adventure that will enthral lovers of train travel, history buffs, and nature lovers alike.

California Dreaming

Thoughts of Western America often conjure up images of covered wagons carrying adventuring families and would-be entrepreneurs following the promise of gold and land upon which to build a new life. Not long after the settlers came the railways, making the region accessible for many more, which very quickly saw the rise of towns and cities that still draw us today. The railway network also opened up the region’s staggeringly beautiful natural world to visitors, much of which is still protected today by various government bodies and UNESCO.

The Vatican to Valletta

Vienna, once a frontier outpost of the Roman Empire with a rich and glorious history befitting its nickname of The Imperial City, is a fitting launching pad for this epic springtime European adventure. Travelling via Styria into Slovenia, where we’ll explore the stunning scenery of Lake Bled and beyond, we’ll greet Italy from the north and take time to indulge in Tuscany’s great cities, scenery and centres of culture before wending our way south. Stories of the Renaissance, and other engrossing tales and characters are connected to the sites you visit all the way into Rome. An extended stay in the Eternal City provides a base for all manner of explorations and side trips to ancient, monumental and modern Rome and of course the endless wonders of St Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican museums.

Vienna, once a frontier outpost of the Roman Empire with a rich and glorious history befitting its nickname of The Imperial City, is a fitting launching pad for this epic springtime European adventure. Travelling via Styria into Slovenia, where we’ll explore the stunning scenery of Lake Bled and beyond, we’ll greet Italy from the north and take time to indulge in Tuscany’s great cities, scenery and centres of culture before wending our way south. Stories of the Renaissance, and other engrossing tales and characters are connected to the sites you visit all the way into Rome. An extended stay in the Eternal City provides a base for all manner of explorations and side trips to ancient, monumental and modern Rome and of course the endless wonders of St Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican museums.

Railway Adventures and the Continental Classic Express Train de Luxe have come together to bring you one of our greatest adventures yet. The great Rail Renaissance of the 21st century has embraced the previously neglected and battered Balkans countries and is beckoning us to be part of it, exploring lines that have recently been re-opened and upgraded. Our train itself is a Phoenix. Rescued from derelict rolling stock and meticulously restored, the Continental Classic Express Train de Luxe has been lovingly fitted out to create a classy and comfortable space for rail cruising in real style complete with our own Chef on board and a fully stocked bar.

Vietnam by Private Train and Boat

Take advantage of this rare opportunity to explore Vietnam by private train on the legendary Reunification Express—one of the world’s greatest rail journeys. Welcomed onto your private rail carriages in Ho Chi Minh City, you will travel in several spectacular stages, enjoying Vietnam’s most iconic destinations on a 2,500km odyssey all the way north to Hanoi and on to Sapa and the astounding Halong Bay. Our exclusive private train runs during the daytime and evening hours to make the most of the scenery and consists of a dining car and a sleeping car (used as a daytime place to rest and recline) attached to the back of selected express trains. When our train arrives at a destination we transfer to our hotels for the overnight stays and our carriages are parked, awaiting the next part of our trip north.

On this very special Asian adventure, we discover the extraordinary beauty and tragic history of North Borneo. Not only will we ride the rails in one of the world’s most exotic locations, experience its abundant natural wonders, and explore fascinating cities and towns, but we’ll also have the opportunity to attend the special Anzac Day dawn ceremony in Sandakan. Here we’ll remember the Australian and British soldiers who tragically perished in the Death Marches of 1945.

This immersive journey is designed to showcase the huge variety Japan has to offer. It also combines legendary food, fine hotels, stunning scenery, and unusual events all with a backdrop of springtime beauty. This is a rare chance to experience the very best of Japan as we coast around the country in all trains great and small.

New Zealand Rail Adventure

New Zealand has enjoyed a rail renaissance in recent years with large investments being made into new rolling stock, upgraded track and better on-board services. This has helped elevate it to a rail travel Mecca. There are also vibrant heritage train and vintage transport operations all over this great country and so, you have the ideal destination for rail and culture travelling. On this all-encompassing adventure, you are treated to some of the best rail, road, and water journeys to be had anywhere in the world. And you can be assured that the destinations at the end of the line are as superb as the journey getting there. There are highlights galore on this classic adventure and chartering our own trains at Glenbrook, Weka Pass will be very special outings as will our time at the historic Ferrymead Heritage Park just south of Christchurch on the glorious South Island. It was here in 1863 that a short section of broad-gauge track was opened to the public and the story of one of the world’s most interesting railway systems began.

Accreditations: A14416
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