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Here is the List of top 30 luxury trains in the world. Hope you enjoy the tour!

List of Luxury Trains in the World:

1. Belmond Royal Scotsman, Europe

Most of the dinner cars feature varnished wooden decor and polished brass with fine fabrics. The Belmond Royal Scotsman takes you back to the 1960’s times that seats only 40 members and has open air viewing for its passengers.

It travels a whopping ten different travel circuits. This is one of the best luxury trains with wine pairing, five star hotel dining experience on wheels. Its superior service with open air viewing of lovely Scottish sceneries and no single supplement makes it a rare luxury train.

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2. Maharajas’ Express, Asia

This train has bar fridge to store beverages though there is no off-train alcohol allowed onboard. Explore the world heritage sites while getting the taste of the royal lives that ancient kings lived, atop the Maharajas’ Express Train.

There is a royal cuisine spread with international wine and liquor brands available in the 2 dining cars besides en-suite private dining, a-la-carte and table – d’hote meals. Read about Maharajas’ Express Restaurant.

The shimmering & glittering dining car known as Rang Mahal serves an electric melange world cuisine and comfortably seat 42 travelers. The relax area known as Mayur Mahal is to rewind and have chats with family and friends. The Luxury train has LCD TVs and internet latest modern amenities. The luxury tour is of 8 nights and 7 days tour covering Mumbai, Vadodara, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Ranthambore to Agra & Delhi.

There are seven various travel circuits and the special highlight is the Rajah Club with bar a top the ‘Maharajas Express’ Luxury train in India. When you are thinking of a luxury holiday spot, why not think about the history of Maharajas’ Express Train. You can book your tickets in this luxury train. To know more about the booking and departure dates of Maharajas’ Express, you can call us at +91 9810071704.

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Journeys Covered through Maharajas Express train

• Maharajas Express – Heritage of India
• Maharajas Express – Treasures of India
• Maharajas Express – The Indian Panorama
• Maharajas Express – The Indian Splendor

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3. The Sweet Train, Asia

Just as its name suggests this journey is all about a couple of hours during which staff on the train pamper their travelers. It includes a light lunch with four course dessert similar to the title ‘sweet train.’

The journey is a little over two hours of grandeur and splendor. The Dining car 1 gives the look of a palace. The same person who designed the Kyushu Seven Stars designed this one too and is excellent for the Kyushu enthusiasts.

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4. Golden Chariot Train, Asia

This is the only Luxury train in South India and all 44 A/C cabins feature the ancient temple structures. There is one dedicated cabin for the physically challenged. The 7 Nights and 8 Days tour takes you through the rich culture to experience Wild Life and Exotic Beaches bordering the Arabian Sea.

There are 220 AC electric sockets for battery charge and provision for LCD TV, vanity desk and a tiny wardrobe. There are private washrooms with modern and latest amenities.

One highlight is that the journey also offers its passengers ancient Ayurveda massages apart from the Spa & Gym Facility onboard the Golden Chariot. This remarkable journey will surely end but will keep your experience alive forever.

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5. VSOE (Venice Simplon Orient Express), Europe

Venice Simplon Orient Express Luxury Train operates on ten different world tours or journeys. This train is the world’s most authentic luxury train journey that dates back to the 1920’s type retro journeys.

There is excellent service onboard and the VSOE can accommodate close to 200 travelers. Of course on a few select journeys the number is almost halved and the number of travelers is reduced down to just 100. There are fourteen single cabins located at the end of the luxury train.

However, as there are no single supplement payable, single occupants can book a double cabin for single occupancy.

Note: – There are specific journeys where there are no single cabins. Do make proper enquiry prior to booking.

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6. The Golden Eagle, Europe

This is the best train to take a tour round Siberia. Founded in the year 2007 this train has Gold Class accommodation, Silver Class accommodation as well as Imperial Suite. This is a high service train with a Quality Control Manager, the Imperial Suite offers a fixed king size bed with exclusive dressing table and lounge.

There is quality food and beverages available in the Golden Eagle. The Golden Eagle Luxury Train travels in various regions including Russia, Central Asia, Iran and Eastern Europe. The train travelers can be seated in any of the dining cars they wish to. The White Dining Car is just like its name suggests in white and cream highlighted with Gold medallions.

There are mirrors and intricate carvings to make dining a better experience. The Gold Dining is something to look out for with extra light glowing and beaming wood and decorated with brass.

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7. Rovos Rail Pride of Africa, Africa

The best part about this journey is that IRT Society travelers feel this is their best luxury train journey. This Luxury train is known for its teak interiors and stellar dining with olden decor to give it the bygone ambiance.

Explore the wildlife of Africa on the four journeys including the following:

1. The Rovos Rail The Ultimate Luxury Trek, Cape Town-Dar-es Salaam.

2. Rovos Rail’s S. African Collage from the Mountains to the Sea.

3. Rovos Rail: Wild Namibia & the Rovos Rail African Golf Safari. The train can accommodate around 72 people in all and it has three types of accommodations for Pullman, Deluxe and Royal Suites. The lounges in the royal suites were largest before the introduction of the ‘Maharajas Express Luxury train in India. This journey has bar fridge to store beverages though there is no off-train alcohol allowed onboard. There is incredible dinner spread out and of course there is a specific dress code for dinner. There is an open-window sitting patio and a separate enclosed lounge for smoking.

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8. Palace on Wheels, Asia

The moment you embark on the Palace on Wheels the vibrant interiors make you feel you selected the best. There are several everyday facilities like magazines and newspapers to de-stress. Moreover, there are elaborate dining cars with great service and around the clock attendants too. Cabin attendants are trained to speak English so communication is never a problem. This Palace on Wheels luxury journey makes you forget all the cares of this world.

The journey takes you into the other side of the ancient world built with stone palaces and forts. There are world class modern and up to date amenities on board. Some include intercom, LCD TV watching and several games including chess, caroms, cards, etc. you can read a book while travelling while viewing the breathtaking journey while going through deserts, wildlife sanctuaries, forts, etc.

There are world class toilet facilities and bathrooms are fitted with modern amenities like cold water and hot water showers. There is a wide spread of traditional royal cuisine that kings of ancient India dined. Get sumptuous breakfast, lunch and dinner onboard in the most amazing colorful and serene dining cars & lounges onboard.

There is much more than you can read in the Palace on Wheels A/c Deluxe Carriages. Go there personally and relax your mind and soul with best service and warm hospitality a top the luxury train.

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9. Kyushu Seven Stars, Asia

This is the islands country Japan’s very first Luxury train. As there is too much demand for the luxury train, the county has to sell its space through a lottery system. This is a perfect blend of ancient Japanese tradition with a modern twist. The passages in the train have intricate and complex wood lattice work.

There is Deluxe A, Deluxe-B of the fourteen all suite rooms. The other twelve offer high comfort and one Suite is Wheelchair accessible. This is an amazing travel experience as the travelers just do not have to enjoy the seven stars Kyushu journey but they get a chance to get down from the journey and participate in the fairs, etc.

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10. Switzerland’s Classic Train, Europe

Those who are fans of the snowy look of Switzerland and would love to enjoy a luxury train travel there can select from one of the four major travel circuits. These include the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, the Centovalli Railway and Golden Pass line.

You can not only view the enchanting sceneries and keep clicking away photographs of the luxury train journey. There are various travel packages that include or 15 days or 8 days independent tour.

Explore the magnificent Mt. Pilatus and feel the balancing act as the train goes through the dark tunnels through the rural areas that add to its mystique.

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11. Belmond Hiram Bingham, South America

This is the luxury train journey in South America. The train has an amazing brunch by the window side so people can enjoy looking out. There is a great spread including the local delicacy called alpaca meat and Peruvian wine.

The China Silver ware and international cum local spirits complement the experience. This journey is 3.5 hours from Cusco to Machu Picchu all days but Sunday. Sights to look out for are the sanctuary.

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12. The Deccan Odyssey, Asia

Known as India’s Blue Train this is a lifetime ride to destinations like Rajasthan and Gujarat. There are half a dozen Deccan Odyssey Train Journey Packages covering exotic and historic locations that pique your interest into India. This includes the traditions and amazing beach waters in the state of Goa where several nationals tour.

There is a separate price per cabin per journey per package accordingly to experience this super duper trip with your loved ones. Taste lip smacking and tantalizing cuisine from the corners of India.

This is a 7 Nights and 8 Days Tour and time of booking confirmation you can just pay 20% of the ticket value. The rest of the 80% can be paid at a later time like 45 days prior to the Deccan Odyssey train departure. Payments can be made in INR or USD.

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Journeys Covered through Deccan Odyssey

• Deccan Odyssey – Maharashtra Splendor
• Deccan Odyssey – Hidden Treasures of Gujarat
• Deccan Odyssey – Indian Sojourn
• Deccan Odyssey – Indian Odyssey
• Deccan Odyssey – Jewels of the Deccan
• Deccan Odyssey – Maharashtra Wild Trail

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13. The Blue Train, Africa

This Luxury train travels a little over a day or 24 hours from Pretoria and Cape Town once a week with one stopover for sightseeing. The service is very professional and one highlight of this journey is that there is a display of the journey that plays on one of the guest suites’ TV channels and the club car TV screen.

There is A/C for hot weather and heating for cold weather too. There are special packages so check for updates. There is a great view of the journey from the dining car that is known for the Blue Train dessert Chocolate Pot.

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14. Royal Canadian Pacific, North America

Several ancient royalty notables travelled the luxuries of the royal Canadian pacific. Few include Sir Winston Churchill, King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh.

The Luxury of the notables can now be experienced by 30 passengers who are comfortable with the sky high train tickets prices. There are full bar & beverages, friendly staff and service, inventive meals including customized menus on the travel.

Cabins have thick towels and toiletries. Each of the five cabins designed for single travelers feature lamp fixtures, brass radiators and Turkish drapes to give the royal ambiance.

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15. Eastern & Oriental Express, Asia

This luxury train is the refurbished and renamed Silver Star of New Zealand and tours Southeast Asia including Singapore, Malaysia, Bangkok and Thailand.

Here, breakfast is taken to each guest compartments and surprise arrival packs like champagne and fruit baskets to delight the travelers. There are modern amenities like Wi-Fi in the cabins.

There are private complimentary limousines from train stations in Singapore & Bangkok. The train shows the true spirit of Asian traditions and all modern amenities.

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16. Clasico El Transcantabrico Train, Europe

This luxury train that travels Northern Spain can comfortably accommodate 52 passengers onboard. There are Preferential Suites that feature flat screen DVD players and computers.

This is the best for those seeking private travel and more space as it takes half the space of each train car. This is the perfect travel for those seeking higher level of privacy with more space.

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17. Al-Andalus, Europe

This southern Spain train dates back to the 1920’s and features lounge & bar, two dining cars and all en-suite cabins. The unique tour of Andalusia can comfortably seat 64 passengers at times. In historic times the British Royal Family used these luxury carriages to travel from Calais to the Cote d’Azur. The recent modifications include latest cutting edge technology and several additions.

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18. Belmond Andean Explorer, South America

This Luxury Sleeper Train is all set for a grand launch in May of 2017. It promises the world’s highest rail tours and most enchanting train experience ever. Travelers can check out the UNESCO World Heritage site too.

As the train is a kind of risk taking experience as it goes on higher altitudes, there is also bottled oxygen for those who feel suffocated. Do watch out from the heights of the train.

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19. Belmond British Pullman, Europe

This day train journey is the British branch of the Orient Express luxury train journeys. Passengers from the VSOE can take a piggy back ride and travel through the Eurotunnel to Folkestone.

They get a can get to board the British Pullman to ride to London’s Victoria Station. This is an amazing journey into history.

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20. Bernina Express, Europe

Explore the magnificent glaciers of Piz Bernia as the train moves through the highest railway crossing the Alps. Passengers can feel the train taking a dip from 7391 ft. at the Bernia Pass Summit dropping down to 1408 ft at Tirano, Italy. Journey stars at Davos, or St. Moritz to take you through the climbing grades through this breathtaking tour.

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21. Golden Eagle Danube Express, Europe

In simpler words, the Golden Eagle is the advanced and pampering way to explore Europe, Africa, Asia and others. You can experience all the top amenities in this train including heating during winter, laundry, air-conditioning in summer, resident pianist, English doctor and more. Every day, the train stops at a different destination and the tourists are taken on an excursion into the town.

With luxury inside at the peak, the train tries to provide similar level of pampering during town stays and excursions. Each itinerary of the train has a signature touch with the style of European countries it covers.

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22. Belmond Grand Hibernian, Europe

Do you love travelling through rugged landscape and exclusive sceneries? Belmond Grand Hibernia is the right way to explore Ireland. The train carriages are named after Irish counties. The décor connects the train journey with the history and culture of the land. The train provides numerous itineraries that cover different regions of Ireland in different styles.

The luxurious train cabins provide all top-notch amenities and luxury elements for you to enjoy all the pampering you deserve. Starting from gourmet cheese to exotic seafood, the cuisine served in the train is deliciously Irish. Nothing beats the view from the observation car with a glass of whisky in hand.

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23. Shangri-La Express, Asia

Shangri-La is a private luxury Chinese train creating fascinating vacations since 2017. This train will surpass most of the star hotels you would think of. Separate dining cars, young attendants, exclusive furniture, classy décor and other amenities add more beauty to the train route.

There are different types of accommodations and the luxury level varies with the price of the ticket. There are numerous itineraries covered by the train and the train even reaches Golmud with a special-equipped train engineering with additional oxygen pumped into the car. Chinese and other international cuisines are served in the train and you can also choose to order alcoholic beverages to enjoy the passing sceneries.

24. Glacier Express, Europe

Glacier Express provides one signature route covering important destinations along the Swiss Alps since 1961. With advancing technologies, the Glacier Expresshas been updated to provide the best amenities in excursions, dining, accommodations and other value added services. There are two classes of tickets with varying luxury level and price tag.

The signature itinerary covers Graubunden, Uri and Valais in eight hours. Along the route, the train covers varying important destinations including the Rhine Gorge, Oberalp Pass, Zermatt Village and others.

The second best part, next to the natural beauty of this train route is the gastronomic beauty. You can find culinary delicacies paired perfectly with special wines to create a holistic beauty.

25. Bergen Railway, Europe

Also called as the Bergensbanen, this is the luxury train that runs between Bergen and Oslo, as it transverse through some of the elegant beauties of Norway. It is best to avoid the overnight train as you would be missing all the natural beauties along the way. The train journey takes seven hours during which, the train runs through 180 tunnels and stops at 22 destinations.

The train has many luxury elements like internet, comfortable carriage, café, panoramic windows and so on. The train reaches the highest point at 1,222 m above average sea level. The tour covers numerous natural beauties like forests, lake, waterfalls, rivers, mountains and much more. Some combine this luxury train ride with a cruise trip to experience a holistic Norway vacation.

26. Golden Pass Panoramic Express, Europe

This ultra-modern luxury train gives you a complete panoramic view of the Golden Pass. Golden Pass is the route between Lucerne and Montreux, covering Bernese Oberland Lake Simmen Valley, Geneva Lake and others.

The route is very similar to that of Glacier Express. However, the Panoramic Express is a tourism train route served by more than one train. The entire route takes 5.5 hours to complete and tourists have to switch trains at Zweisimmen and Interlaken.

If you are choosing the right time to take this route, the best recommended time is the spring. Summer is also an ideal time for a vibrant nature. If budget is not a problem, it is best to choose VIP seats, which will give you a grand view of the landscape as you would be seated in front in the train.

27. Rocky Mountaineer, North America

If you are looking for a romantic time to travel, choose September to mid of October to ride the Rocky Mountaineer. If you are choosing summer, you are in for a nature-filled vacation. Rocky Mountaineer chooses to connect exotic destinations to create a holistic vacation for you. The train provides numerous itineraries and each one defines a unique experience in exploring North America.

The itineraries are single day trips and the train has chairs with panoramic windows to get a grand view of the vibrant nature and you explore the region. If you are looking forward for a vacation filled with pampering and romance, Rocky Mountaineer is the best way to explore North America.

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28. Canadian, North America

Controlled by VIA Rails, The Canadian provides numerous itineraries of varying length and activities. Apart from the exclusive route and the abundant nature beauty, the train adds a deluxe luxury level with gourmet meal, extraordinary décor, en-suite shower, sublime cabins, minibar and so on.

If you are more adorned by the nature, you can glue up near the panoramic windows and enjoy as the train ventures through unique terrains.  If not, the train has loaded up many entertainment elements to keep you occupied. Last but not least, this is the only passenger train of North America to provide double beds and not bunk beds.

29. Ghan, Australia 

Covering Australian in a train need not be too much toil and dust. You can do it in a velvety style with the Ghan. This luxury train will take you across Australia while it covers many incredible sceneries and ultimate destinations. The train focuses more on the luxury part and provides many amenities like dining carriage, chauffeured transportation, breakfast in bed and others.

The cuisine served inside the train is the traditional Australian meal and the highlight of this meal is the local exotic dishes of each destination like saltwater barramundi, grilled kangaroo fillet and so on.

The train itineraries also focus on provided unparalleled experience at each destination. The top activities and attractions at each destination are hand-picked to create a memorable stay.

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30. Tren Crucero, South America

This is one of the leading luxury trains of South America. The train provides numerous unique itineraries through the changing landscapes of the continent. This is a modern amenities filled diesel antique train, which was restored to create a luxury experience. There are different styles of passenger cars and different levels of travelling accommodations.

The train provides open-air terrace, lounge room and panoramic windows to enjoy the view of the route. This boutique train provides top notch services to satisfy all levels of tourism curiosity like exotic local cuisine, night life in local hotels, alcoholic drinks created by bartenders with signature recipes and so on.

To add more value to the journey, every destination and the activities in each destination are hand-picked to expose you to the colorful culture of the land.

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