(16 reviews)With fifty years of travel expertise, creating hundreds of well-planned vacations and guiding thousands of customers around the world, Vacations by Rail is your trusted authority on memorable experiences. We take you to places that can only be reached by rail, to cultural cities and within reach of the world's many wonders, from Africa's national parks and New Zealand's wine regions to India's enchanting temples.
We combine journeys on iconic trains with unique excursions to introduce you to each destination's highlights and hidden gems while still providing free time to explore independently. Ride aboard Japan's high-speed network of bullet trains or uncover far-flung cities and intimate villages across the globe. Soak up the atmosphere of other worlds when you witness a traditional Māori ceremony or listen to an Aboriginal 'star talker' describing the night sky over Australia's Uluru.
A friendly, professional Tour Manager is with you all the way, so you're free to relax, explore and relish new experiences. You also benefit from the local knowledge of our specialist partners and guides around the globe. Join us on a worldwide holiday, where incredible moments await at every turn.
Join us on an epic adventure into this vast, vibrant and varied land to experience Australia's spectacular natural wonders, from the rainforests of tropical Cairns and kaleidoscopic colours of the Great Barrier Reef to the burnished red tones of the ancient sacred site of Uluru. Explore laid-back Adelaide and its world-acclaimed wine region,...
(31 reviews)Discover New Zealand's dynamic cities, extraordinary national parks, spectacular alpine mountains, glacial lakes and breathtaking Fiordland on this extensive tour of the North and South Islands. This epic adventure combines the greatest and most famous features of New Zealand's North and South Islands in one vacation: a combination of superb...
Experience magnificent Kenya, the world's first safari destination, on a grand tour of seven top reserves. See amazing wildlife in the acclaimed Maasai Mara, Amboseli in view of Mount Kilimanjaro, Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, Lake Nakuru in the ancient Rift Valley, Samburu, Aberdare and Tsavo West National Parks. Meet the Maasai...
Experience Australia with a combination of luxury train travel and incredible natural wonders, journeying between Adelaide and Alice Springs in Gold Service on the world-famous Ghan. From the Blue Mountains and Great Ocean Road to the breathtaking monolith of Uluru and the dazzling colors of the Great Barrier Reef, discover Australia's...
(7 reviews)Explore Japan from top to toe on an epic overland expedition from Hokkaido in the north to Kyushu in the south. Experience all Japan has to offer, while journeying on ultramodern bullet trains. Compare Sapporo's scenic setting to Tokyo's neon-lit streets, and discover this captivating country's history through its tranquil temples, a visit...
Embrace the spirit of northern India on a journey around Rajasthan and the magical Golden Triangle. View the bustling bazaars of Delhi on a rickshaw ride, marvel at Agra's iconic Taj Mahal, visit the spellbinding Chand Baori stepwell and uncover Jaipur's ethereal Amber Fort by Jeep. In the pristine wilderness of Ranthambore National Park, set out...
Embark on a journey of a lifetime, witnessing iconic landmarks, astonishing natural wonders and top locations throughout Australia and New Zealand. Encounter cities like Melbourne and Sydney in southern Australia and the many allures of the tropical north, including the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef. Then, explore New Zealand's North and...
(16 reviews)Uncover the delights of the Land of the Rising Sun with expert local guides, from its popular cuisine and zen tea ceremonies to dynamic cities and serene island shrines. Arriving in Tokyo, discover a well-organized metropolis of lantern-filled temples beside towering skyscrapers, before absorbing beautiful views of Mount Fuji and heading...
Follow in the footsteps of maharajas in India's regal Golden Triangle. Embrace the wonders of this mystical country, from unwinding in the former colonial summer capital of Shimla in the Himalayan foothills to searching for Bengal tigers in the evocative wilderness of Ranthambore National Park. View Agra's iconic Taj Mahal and Jaipur's ethereal...
Discover the delights of Vietnam and Cambodia on this incredible grand tour, traveling from bustling Hanoi to the ancient temples of Siem Reap. Delight in the beauty of Ha Long Bay on an overnight cruise, and ride the Reunification Express train along Vietnam's coast, visiting regal Hue and pretty Hoi An before arriving in Ho Chi Minh City...
From Australia's Great Barrier Reef and its Red Center to its fantastic cities, experience the country's diverse landscapes and iconic landmarks during the holidays on a vacation that includes a Christmas Eve wine-tasting and lunch in the Barossa Valley and a beach-style Christmas Day in Adelaide. After starting in Cairns, this exceptional...
(9 reviews)Discover the highlights of South Africa as we journey aboard the luxurious Blue Train from Cape Town to Pretoria. Beginning in Cape Town, ride to the top of Table Mountain, meet the friendly African penguins of Boulders Bay, and sample wines amid the scenic Stellenbosch Valley winelands. This spectacular holiday includes two nights on the...
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