Pooja Amritkar
- Pooja Amritkar
There’s something truly special about train journeys. No airport rush, no cramped flights, just slow travel at its finest. Watching landscapes change outside your window, sipping hot drinks, and striking up conversations with fellow travelers brings a kind of nostalgia that’s hard to find elsewhere. Train travel invites you to sit back, relax, and really take in the beauty of a place. If you love scenic routes, comfort, and memorable experiences, these 7 train rides deserve a spot on your travel bucket list.
Known as the slowest express train in the world, the Glacier Express runs between Zermatt and St. Moritz. It takes you through 291 bridges, 91 tunnels, and endless alpine views. Panoramic windows offer uninterrupted sights of snow-covered peaks and deep valleys, a dream ride through the heart of the Swiss Alps.
This luxurious train runs through the dramatic landscapes of British Columbia and Alberta. Think glacier-fed rivers, mountain tunnels, and herds of elk right outside your window. The onboard service includes gourmet meals and domed coaches for maximum visibility. It's scenic and indulgent in the best way.
Running between Darwin and Adelaide, The Ghan takes you through Australia’s vast and changing outback. It’s a 4-day journey with off-train excursions, onboard fine dining, and front-row views of red deserts, rugged ranges, and remote towns. A must for those who want to explore Australia beyond the coasts.
This short but spectacular route connects Chur in Switzerland to Tirano in Italy. It passes through the UNESCO-listed Bernina Pass, offering views of glaciers, mountain lakes, and charming alpine villages. It’s one of the few trains that crosses the Alps without a tunnel, all beauty, no rush.
This luxury train is a royal experience on wheels. It runs across several routes, covering cities like Jaipur, Udaipur, Varanasi, and Delhi. With fine dining, elegant suites, and curated excursions, it’s a journey that combines India’s rich heritage with five-star service.
South America’s first luxury sleeper train travels through Peru’s breathtaking highlands between Cusco and Arequipa. You’ll pass through the Altiplano plains, Lake Titicaca, and colorful villages. With an open-air observation car and cozy cabins, this train is all about soulful South American charm.
One of the steepest standard-gauge railways in the world, the Flam Railway connects Myrdal to the village of Flam. The journey is short but spectacular, passing through deep fjords, waterfalls, and tunnels carved into the mountainside. It’s a must-do for anyone exploring Norway’s natural beauty.