BEAUTIFUL RAILWAYS
Added on: 30th May 2016
ROVOS RAILWAY, SOUTH AFRICA
Trains running on this iconic South African railway are
considered the most luxurious in the world. During the 3-day
journey from Pretoria to Cape Town sometimes referred to as
“train safari”, you will see lots of local astonishing fauna and flora.
SETTLE TO CARLISLE RAILWAY, ENGLAND
One of the most spectacular sights of British railways is the
Ribblehead Viaduct on the Settle to Carlisle Railway. During the
2-hour journey, you can enjoy spectacular views of
Northern England´s countryside.
GRAND CANYON RAILWAY, ARIZONA
Arguably the most fascinating railway in the US, the Grand Canyon
Railway operates between the city of Williams and the famous
Grand Canyon National Park. Trains going on this railway are
vintage and their engines run on steam.
TALYLLYN RAILWAY, WALES
Another picturesque railway featuring vintage steam trains, the
Talyllyn Railway curves its way through the beautiful
Fathew Valley in North Western Wales.
OSLO TO BERGEN RAILWAY, NORWAY
Connecting the two largest and most populous Norwegian cities
Oslo and Bergen, this railroad will take you on a magnificent 7-hour
trip around stunning Norwegian nature. Trains along this route rank
among the most comfortable and well-maintained in the world.
SEMMERING RAILWAY, AUSTRIA
The first mountain railway in Europe built with a standard gauge track,
the Semmering Railway leads through the Semmering Pass, a large
mountain pass known for its panoramic views.
SHANGHAI TO LHASA RAILWAY, CHINA/TIBET
Featuring the Sky Train, the highest train ride in the world, the
Shanghai to Lhasa Railway passes amidst the grand vistas of
surreal mountain range and uniquely shaped Tibetan landscape.
It takes 9 days to complete this fascinating ride.
MAHARAJA EXPRESS, INDIA
One of the most luxurious trains in the world, the Maharaja Express
operates between the largest Indian cities Mumbai and Delhi.
The train runs on 5 circuits covering more than 12 destinations
across North-West and Central India including the iconic Taj Mahal.
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