Rail travel in Germany has been plagued by strikes this year and the industrial action is set to continue in 2024.
10 Once-in-a-Lifetime Train Trips
01.12.2023 - 23:03 / cntraveler.com / Lake Titicaca / Hiram Bingham
For many, the charm of slow travel is more appealing than the convenience of flights. The experience of interacting with fellow travelers and soaking in the surreal sights of snow-dusted mountaintops, glacial lakes, paddy fields, and imposing viaducts remains unmatched. From catching the northern lights from the comfort of your carriage to watching zebras trotting through green pastures, these train journeys are for those who wish to savor the world while crossing items off their bucket lists.
From mid-September to early May, aurora chasers have the chance to spot the northern lights from the comforts of this 12-hour rail expedition, while also taking in the snow-covered landscape of Alaska, dotted with moose and other wildlife. This 351-mile track runs between Anchorage and Fairbanks, also stopping at Denali National Park & Preserve. Travelers can also disembark at a few stops for activities such as snowmobiling and dog sledding. Alaska Railroad offers several winter packages varying in days and experiences.
This one’s for every Harry Potter fan awaiting that coveted letter. A highlight of West Coast Railways' 84-mile round-trip journey is the stretch that crosses the Glenfinnan Viaduct and its 21 striking arches and towering columns—the same bridge the Hogwarts Express runs over. Starting from Fort William near Britain’s highest mountain (Ben Nevis) and running till Mallaig on the West Coast, the track cuts through stunning valleys, past lochs, quaint villages, and the picturesque scenery that the Scottish Highlands are known for. The train is operated between April and October.
Cross off the Peruvian Andes (and Machu Picchu) off your bucket list, without undertaking a trek. At 14,000 feet, the Belmond Andean Explorer traverses through some of the world’s highest tracks between Puno, on the shores of the historic Lake Titicaca, to Cusco on a one- or two-night journey. The train—the first luxury sleeper in South America—features an open-deck Observation Car that’s perfect for passengers to enjoy mesmerizing views as they savor a Pisco sour.
Pro tip: Book a spot on the Hiram Bingham, A Belmond Train that takes you from Cusco through the Sacred Valley up to the entrance of Machu Picchu.
For a front-row seat to a view of the Swiss Alps, opt for the Glacier Express. Along this journey—which starts near the Matterhorn in Zermatt and concludes in the resort town of St Moritz—travelers can soak in breathtaking views through the panoramic windows. The Glacier Express offers one of the most dramatic views of the Rhine Gorge, crossing rocky mountains past the Upper Rhone Valley and the Oberalp Pass (the highest point of the trip at 7,000 feet), and elegant villages and scenic streams along the way. On this
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U.S. Federal Workers Asked to Travel by Train, EVs When Possible
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16.12.2023 / 20:29
Mexico Inaugurates Flagship Tourist Train
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See Panoramic Swiss Alpine Peaks By Train at a Steep Discount
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From Paris To Portofino—Inside Belmond’s New Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Train
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Biden Administration Unveils $8 Billion for New Train Projects
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Germany hit by last-minute train strike: Deutsche Bahn trains to be "massively affected"
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