Travel-mart :: Rail Travel

We all have our own quirks: for some it's incessant chats thru mobile phones , some binge on exotic foods.Travelling by train is, for many people, one of good things in life. There's something romantic and special about travel by train. Treat yourself, your family and friends to a wonderful train journey, crossing countryside, vast deserts, beautiful gorges and river valleys, and be greeted by children who waved at you. In many countries, rail is the best way to travel as it is cheaper than flying and less stressful than driving in cities. Trains are a great way to travel. They'll pick you up and drop you off in the middle of major cities, and they travel through some of the best countryside on the planet.

List of different types of trains:

Eurostar:

High Speed Train from Brussels/Paris to London. Has its own pricing system. Only real High speed on the France track. A ticket can take you to and from Paris, London and Brussels in record time and in luxurious surroundings. High quality meals/refreshments served at the seat. Complimentary Newspapers & Magazines are provided.

Palace on Wheels:

It's a journey worthy of kings. It is one of the luxurious train in India. It has been rated one of the ten best luxurious train journeys in the world. The destinations covered by it are Delhi, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Ranthambore, Udaipur, Bharatpur, Agra. Offered on board are a series of restuarants, a library, a bar, lounges, individually designed saloons with en-suite bathrooms, personal attendants and a lot more. The royal journey by palace on wheels is a first-hand experience of the lavish lifestyles of the Indian kings. The décor, food and hospitality speak of sheer luxury and opulence.

Thalys:

Also known as the red train, Thalys links Paris to Amsterdam, Brussels, Cologne and Dusseldorf. All first class Thalys passengers traveling to Paris Gare du Nord from Amsterdam or other cities are offered the possibility of booking a taxi from the train. There are 18 Thalys trains per day that take you from Paris to Brussels in under 90 minutes.

The Fairy Queen:

A two-saloon train makes a short journey from Delhi to Alwar. It is the oldest running steam locomotive in the world. The train will stop at every major destination and the ambience of it will provide you an excellent opportunity to feel like a maharaja as you travel through the royal land, Rajasthan. The Fairy Queen with the privileged ones abroad reaches the picturesque town of Alwar in Rajasthan the same day, from where the guests will be taken to Sariska Tiger Reserve for an overnight stay.

AVE high-speed trains:

Traveling through Spain is a dream with AVE high-speed trains. The AVE takes you from Madrid to the historical, Andalusia regions of Cordoba and Seville (other routes available). The services offered to first class passengers are: meal at your seat, newspapers, audio/video, parking discounts, access to AVE lounges. Services which are offered to second class passengers are like: Family area, children's board games, wheelchair facilities, audio/video.

Rovos Rail:

Rovos Rail offers luxury train journeys with restored wood-paneled coaches and 5 star cuisine on board. You can take a trip from Cape Town to Dar-es-Salaam or stop off at the splendid Victoria Falls. There are many routes to choose from, the longest trip is 2 weeks.

Cisalpino:

The Cisalpino is one of the world's most modern trains and it covers Switzerland, Italy, and Germany. Start in Switzerland, head for Stuttgart then travel to couture-loving Milan. Reach your destination in comfort and quiet. The Cisalpino contains 475 seats in first and second class. Full meals and snacks are available. If required, snacks and drinks may also be served in seat compartments. Extra services on board include drinks, newspapers and earphone plugs for music in first class.

Shongolo Express:

The Shongolo Express offers several packages including three different 16 day adventures. The train travels between South Africa, Namibia, Mozambique, Botswana, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Glacier Express:

The Glacier Express, pass through 91 tunnels, go over 291 bridges and travel along the 6668-ft. Oberalp Pass. This Switzerland Scenic Train connects two world famous resorts -- St. Moritz and Zermatt, while passing through Chur, Andermatt, and Brig. Experience this memorable way of traveling from the eastern to the western Swiss Alps. The Glacier Express runs daily in the summer and winter season and offers first and second class cars, panoramic cars and a dining car.