Welcome to Enchanting Journeys

Exploring Cultures through Rail journeys

We believe travel is about more than a vacation. It is about getting to know a country in all its glory, through interacting with local people & seeing places through their eyes. There is a magical quality to traveling by train. Time seems to stand still as you watch a nation’s landscape unfold from the comfort of your train car.

Train travel is the most cost-effective, efficient, relaxing & authentic & scenic way to travel in Europe & Asia with the vast majority of major cities connected by high-speed rail. Whether it is a journey within or intra-country, whether it is chugging along on Asia’s steam rails or high-speeds or exploring Europe’s cities on regular Trains or luxury private Trains, there are plenty of adventures to be had. And now, new opportunities for exotic rail journeys are coming online in Americas & Africa, too.

If you do not necessarily like Airports, the way to explore a country or countries is by trains. Whether you are looking for exotic landscapes or breathtaking views, a train journey gives you the insight into the soul & culture of a country.

There is an enchanted feeling to riding the rails. No wonder train travel is featured in countless books & movies, not to mention songs. Add traveling in a foreign destination & you may find yourself hooked on steel wheels forever! At the very least, you will have memories & stories to last a lifetime. Most first time visitors to Europe do so with a Euro Rail Pass. It is almost a right of passage.

In recent years an increase in rail travel has occurred for many different reasons. For many, traveling by train evokes a spirit of nostalgia; passengers reminisce of big engine trains & unknown destinations. Train travel is just plain civilized. Rail riding has also become extremely affordable because many countries have developed their infrastructures, thus allowing access to parts of the world that were nearly impossible to reach in the past.

There are many advantages to trains which are often overlooked by our quick fix attitude. Although it may take longer to go by rail, taking a train, as opposed to a plane, can be very rewarding, not to mention it becomes part of the trip. Instead of flying over scenery, a train passes directly through it. On no other transportation mode can a cheap wine taste exquisite or breads indescribable.

Also, travelers can truly embrace local cultures by interacting with other passengers. For that matter valuable travel info is often the fodder for late night gabfests.

Riding the rail is one of the best ways to take in Europe's boundless beauty, from dramatic mountain borders to populous coastlines & whitewashed alpine fields.  The benefits of train travel in Europe are so many that there really is no good argument for getting around any other way. There are more than 15,000 European destinations at your reach via rail, with some journeys taking mere hours cross-country & others traversing the continent over days or even weeks.  First-time travelers to the continent are often surprised at the ease with which they can travel to multiple destinations at their own pace, go where they want when you want, not to mention the value for the money, the comfortable onboard accommodations & the beautiful scenery around every turn. With express, luxury and historic trains connecting Europe from corner to corner, your options for train travel are practically endless. And because European train travel means fast & direct city center to city center routes, travelers have more quality time to appreciate their vacation and make more memories.

Luxury trains are the latest fad & offer services that can make the best hotels in the world pale in comparison. It is very popular in the west & is slowly gaining momentum in exotic countries too. What sets a luxury train tour apart from a regular trip is that one can get to see several tourist spots in one go without compromising on comfort & luxury. Such tours are the new face of indulgence & a must-try for people who love to travel & who can of course, splurge.

Welcome to the world of luxury train travel where pampered guests can drink in scenes of daily life from a cocoon of comfort.  A train journey is comfortable, convenient and becomes a part of your experience. One avoids frequent check -ins & check- outs from the hotels, packing & unpacking of baggage and waiting at the airports. You get from city to city in style in your private luxurious cabin aboard a luxury train chugging past the most spectacular scenery, reflecting on your journey.

On board you will find elegant furnishings, gourmet fine dining, attentive staff, modern amenities, observation & bar lounges, TVs, laundry services, private showers, valet service, money exchange etc. Serving sumptuous delights, luxury trains are also well facilitated with fine restaurants providing you with an exquisite dining experience. Be it authentic Indian cuisine, sizzling Chinese or exotic Continental, everything is provided in these restaurants to pamper your hungry palates.

You are also provided with other modern facilities onboard these luxurious trains like the security arrangements, attendant, mineral water, medical aid etc. to make your travel not only luxurious but also a memorable one. With a cozy and royal ambience the comforts available onboard are simply unbelievable.

Most luxury train programs include escorted city sightseeing tours, excursions, cultural events with folk music and dances.

These train journeys eschew romance & nostalgia for a bygone time. On the world’s greatest train routes, the journey is just as spectacular as the destination. So why not book a cabin on some of the globe’s most legendary rail routes? Hit the tracks from China to Russia; travel like the Maharajas on India’s Palace on Wheels; or see South Africa’s beauty flashing past your window on the five-star Blue Train.

So what are your waiting for, plan a tour for the royal and exotic journey onboard and carry home an experience of a lifetime. Most trains operate from August / September to March / April. Because of the popularity of the luxury trains & limited capacity, advance booking at least 180 days prior, is suggested.

Whether you are a true train buff or simply enjoy the “romance of the rails” or the ease & comfort of train travel, we can suggest many fascinating options for the country you want to visit to fulfill your dreams.

Please note currently all our Journeys are listed under the “Culture” theme before being transitioned gradually under the respective Headings. 

Check-out our suggestions & if you have a specific destination in mind, even if it is not yet featured on our site, we can always design & customise a Journey, especially for you. Almost all of our Journeys are available on demand, allowing you to specify a departure date & group size. Private departures are ideal for family, friends & social groups.

We are in the process of updating our experiential offerings of Rail Journeys. Please contact us in the interim if you want to explore more options & we will be happy to customise & offer suggestions based on your personal preferences……

Come……be inspired & discover the World