Luxury Trains

A luxury train journey is the pinnacle of "slow travel." It’s an invitation to step away from the frantic pace of modern life and into a world of white-glove service, mahogany-paneled suites, and fine dining. This isn't transportation—it's an effortless odyssey.

What transforms a train into a "palace on wheels"?

  • Palatial Suites: Forget cramped bunks. Expect private cabins that convert from elegant daytime lounges to plush bedrooms at night, often featuring en-suite marble bathrooms and 24-hour butler service.

  • Gastronomy on the Rails: World-class chefs prepare multi-course meals in galley kitchens, served on fine china and crystal. Menus are often inspired by the regions passing by your window.

  • The Observation & Lounge Cars: The social heart of the train, where you can sip craft cocktails and enjoy live piano music as the landscape unfolds.

  • Exclusivity: With high staff-to-guest ratios and limited passenger counts, the service is intuitive, personalized, and discreet.

Luxurious train carriage interior with dining tables and seating.
Luxurious train carriage interior with dining tables and seating.

Europe

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express / London to Venice/Paris / +44 (0) 204 525 1139

Belmond Royal Scotsman / Scotland / +44 (0) 204 525 1139

Al Ándalus / Spain (Andalusia) / (+34) 912 555 912

Golden Eagle Danube Express / Central/Eastern Europe / +44 (0) 161 928 9410

Africa & The Middle East

Rovos Rail / Southern Africa / +27 (0) 12 315 8242

The Blue Train / South Africa / +27 (0) 12 334 8459

Dream of the Desert / (Saudi Arabia / www.dreamofthedesert.com

Asia

Maharajas' Express / India / +91 11 4242 3100

Seven Stars in Kyushu / Japan / cruisetrain@jrkyushu.co.jp

Eastern & Oriental Express / SE Asia (Singapore/Malaysia) / +65 800 852 8636

The Americas

Rocky Mountaineer / Canada & USA / 1-877-460-3200

Belmond Andean Explorer / Peru / +51 1 610 4000