10 Must See (and Read) Books & Movies Featuring Trains
May 04, 2020 · By Vacations By Rail
Read the book, watch the star-studded film, or better yet – plan a train trip to experience it for yourself!
Read moreFollow 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...
Join us for an amazing 17-day expedition through southeast Asia, exploring the wonders of Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia. From Bangkok's gleaming golden temples and tranquil waterways, head into the Thai countryside to uncover the emotive past of the bridge on the River Kwai. Journey through Laos by modern train to mystical Luang Prabang to...
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. ...
Discover the sensational sights of South America on an unforgettable tour from vibrant Rio de Janeiro to sophisticated Buenos Aires. Our adventure starts at the Rio Carnival, the party of a lifetime, as we take grandstand seats in the Sambadrome for the Winner's Parade. Our tour continues into the dramatic landscapes of Brazil, Argentina, and...
Discover enthralling India on a journey from the enchanting Golden Triangle to the 'Gateway to India', Mumbai. View the Delhi's imposing Red Fort, Agra's iconic Taj Mahal and Jaipur's ethereal Amber Fort on a tour of northern India's most incredible palaces. Look for noble Bengal tigers in their natural habitat on two game drives in the pristine...
From iconic palaces and colonial hill stations to vast tea estates, the spiritual center of Rishikesh to the Golden Temple of Amritsar at the heart of Sikhism, experience India's diverse cultural traditions. Stay in classic luxury and heritage hotels, based in pulsing cities, amid rolling hills beneath the source of the Ganges River, with an epic...
Encounter the palaces, temples and sacred lakes of the Golden Triangle, Rajasthan and Mumbai. From the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort to the Pink City of Jaipur, the Blue City of Jodhpur and the tribal villages of the Bishnois people, uncover magical India. Staying in heritage hotels, we experience a taste of the maharajas' lifestyle, uncovering royal...