Travel Style
The world's greatest landscapes, seen from the most civilised vantage point imaginable. White-glove service, private suites, and dining that rivals the finest restaurants — all moving at the pace of wonder.
The Art of Rail Travel
There is a particular magic to arriving somewhere by train — the gradual unfolding of a landscape, the rhythm of the rails, the sense that you are truly travelling rather than merely being transported. Luxury rail takes this to its highest expression.
From the Art Deco splendour of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to the raw wilderness of Rovos Rail crossing the African bush, the world's great luxury trains share a common philosophy: that the journey itself should be as extraordinary as the destination.
We curate access to the finest rail journeys on every continent — securing the most sought-after departures, arranging private excursions at each stop, and ensuring every detail is attended to before you board.
20+
Iconic Rail Journeys
6
Continents Covered
100+
Countries Traversed
15+
Years of Rail Expertise
The Collection
Each journey hand-selected for its exceptional service, extraordinary landscapes, and the irreplaceable sense of occasion that only rail travel provides.
Ultra-LuxuryEurope
The Original Legend
The most storied train in the world. Art Deco carriages restored to their 1920s glory carry you through the Alps and into the romance of Venice, with white-glove dining and a bar car that never sleeps.
NewEurope
Italy's New Icon
Italy's answer to the Orient Express — a rolling celebration of la dolce vita. Bespoke suites inspired by Italian design masters, regional cuisine from celebrated chefs, and landscapes that read like a Fellini film.
IconicNorth America
Canada's Daylight Journey
Travel only by daylight through the Canadian Rockies so you never miss a moment — glacial lakes, soaring peaks, and wildlife at every turn. The GoldLeaf dome car puts you inside the landscape.
Ultra-LuxuryAfrica
Pride of Africa
The world's most luxurious train, according to those who have ridden it. Edwardian-era carriages wind through the African bush, past Victoria Falls and across the Serengeti corridor, with open-air observation cars and silver-service dining.
Ultra-LuxuryCentral Asia
Fully En-Suite Private Touring Train
The Golden Eagle is our fully en-suite private touring train that delivers unprecedented luxury on rail journeys through Central Asia, along the iconic Silk Road. Every cabin is a private suite — distinct from the Silk Road Express.
Ultra-LuxuryAsia
Southeast Asia's Grand Journey
Teak-panelled carriages glide through the jungles of Malaysia and Thailand, crossing the River Kwai at dusk. Private cabins, a piano bar, and open-sided observation car make this the definitive Southeast Asian rail experience.
Ultra-LuxuryBritish Isles
Scotland's Rolling Country House
A country house on wheels, threading through some of the most dramatic scenery on earth. Whisky tastings, Highland excursions, and a dining car that rivals the finest restaurants in Edinburgh.
Ultra-LuxuryBritish Isles
England's New Rail Adventure
Belmond's newest British rail journey explores England's most celebrated landscapes — the Cotswolds, Cornwall, and the Lake District — with the same impeccable service that defines the Royal Scotsman.
Ultra-LuxuryAsia
India's Palace on Wheels
India's most opulent train journey channels the grandeur of the Maharajas. Presidential suites, private butler service, and exclusive access to palaces and forts that are closed to ordinary visitors.
Ultra-LuxuryEurope
Heart of Europe
Following the Danube through Central Europe's most storied capitals — Vienna, Budapest, Bucharest, Sofia — before arriving in Istanbul. A journey through empires, cultures, and centuries.
ScenicEurope
Andalusia's Timeless Beauty
Spain's most romantic train journey winds through the whitewashed villages and Moorish palaces of Andalusia. Flamenco evenings, sherry tastings, and the Alhambra at golden hour.
ScenicEurope
Spain's Green Coast
Spain's most exclusive train hugs the wild Cantabrian coast, passing through Basque Country, Asturias, and Galicia. Michelin-starred dining, cider houses, and the Camino de Santiago await.
Ultra-LuxuryRussia & Central Asia
Ancient Empires, Modern Luxury
The ultimate overland adventure — crossing Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and China on the ancient Silk Road. Samarkand's turquoise domes, the Gobi Desert, and the Great Wall, all from a private suite.
IconicAustralasia
Australia's Red Centre
Named after the Afghan cameleers who once crossed this terrain, The Ghan traverses the entire continent from south to north — through the red desert heart of Australia, past Alice Springs and Uluru country.
IconicNorth America
America's Grand Canyon Railway
Board a vintage locomotive in the Route 66 town of Williams and arrive at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon in style. Live entertainment, cowboy characters, and one of the world's great natural wonders as your destination.
On Board
The great luxury trains have always understood that dining is theatre. White tablecloths, silver cutlery, and a wine list that would shame most restaurants — all while the world's most spectacular scenery passes your window.
From the Orient Express's legendary dining cars to Rovos Rail's silver-service dinners under the African stars, we ensure your table is reserved for the finest seatings on every journey.
Scenic Railways
Some journeys are shorter but no less extraordinary — engineering marvels and natural spectacles that belong on every traveller's list.
IconicSwitzerland · 8 hours
Zermatt → St. Moritz
Crossing 291 bridges and 91 tunnels through the Swiss Alps, the Glacier Express is one of the world's great rail journeys. Panoramic windows frame the Matterhorn, glaciers, and alpine meadows.
ScenicSwitzerland · 3.5 hours
Montreux → Interlaken → Lucerne
Switzerland's most scenic corridor connects the Riviera of Lake Geneva with the Bernese Oberland. The panoramic cars offer front-row seats to a landscape of vineyards, lakes, and snow-capped peaks.
ScenicSwitzerland · 33 minutes
Zermatt → Gornergrat Summit
Europe's highest open-air cog railway climbs from Zermatt to 3,089 metres, delivering you face-to-face with the Matterhorn. The views from the summit observatory are among the finest in the Alps.
IconicBritish Isles · 2 hours
Fort William → Mallaig
The most scenic railway journey in Britain — a steam locomotive crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct above Loch Shiel, through the West Highlands to the fishing village of Mallaig. Immortalised as the Hogwarts Express.
Private Suites
The finest luxury trains offer private suites that rival the best hotel rooms in the world — with the added luxury of waking up somewhere entirely different each morning.
Presidential suites on the Maharajas' Express. The Grand Suites of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Rovos Rail's Royal Suite with its own private lounge. We secure the finest cabins on every departure.
By Region
From the Art Deco glamour of the Orient Express to the engineering marvel of the Glacier Express, Europe offers the world's most storied rail journeys.
From Singapore's colonial grandeur to the palaces of Rajasthan and the vast Siberian wilderness, Asia's luxury trains traverse the most extraordinary terrain on earth.
The African bush at dawn, the Canadian Rockies in full colour, the Australian outback in all its ancient grandeur — these are journeys that redefine what travel can be.
Our Expertise
Many of the world's great luxury trains sell out 12–18 months in advance. Our relationships with operators secure allocations before public release.
We know which cabins offer the best views, the quietest position, and the finest finishes on every train in our collection.
At every stop, we arrange private excursions, exclusive access, and experiences that go far beyond the standard programme.
We handle every element — flights, hotels before and after, transfers, and visas — so your journey is entirely seamless.
Begin Your Journey
Speak with our rail specialists to find the perfect journey — whether you dream of the Orient Express, the Trans-Siberian, or a private charter through the Scottish Highlands.