Experience the same all-inclusive luxury you’d get onboard a cruise ship while traveling overland on one of these epic train journeys!
The Royal Scotsman Train
Sleeper trains are a popular way to get around in many parts of the world, but some of these train cars are more luxurious than others. Some luxury sleeper trains offer an all-inclusive experience that rivals even the most upscale cruise vacation packages. Travel overland and watch the landscapes zip past while dining in classy train cars and let the motion rock you to sleep at night. These are some of the most expensive sleeper train journeys in the world, but for those who can afford it and understand sleeper train etiquette, they offer a memorable experience.
10/10 Maharajas’ Express, India
The Maharajas Express is India’s luxury train journey and can be the most expensive train journey in the world, depending on what type of room passengers choose to book. This is a case of getting what you pay for because the Maharajas Express staff truly roll out the red carpet for their guests. The food is world-class, and the train suites are akin to hotel rooms. There are a variety of routes to choose from, with durations from 4 days to a full week on board. Depending on the journey travelers select, they can start from Mumbai or Delhi.
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Duration:
4-7 days -
Price Per Passenger:
From ~$8988 -
Stops En Route:
Delhi, Agra, Ranthambore, Jaipur, and more
9/10 Venice Simplon The Orient Express, Paris To Istanbul
The infamous Orient Express is a well-known luxury Belmond Train with routes all over Europe, including 1-night journeys from Venice to Paris, Paris to Budapest, and many more. The most expensive of the Orient Express routes is the 5-night journey from Paris to Istanbul, which includes stops in some Eastern European destinations along the way.
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Duration:
5 nights -
Price Per Passenger:
From ~$20,203.65 -
Stops En Route:
Budapest, Bucharest
8/10 Rovos Rail Pride Of Africa, South Africa
Take a scenic train journey across the African continent in style with a ride in a vintage carriage on the Rovos Rail Pride of Africa. The various itineraries range from Cape Town to Pretoria all the way to Victoria Falls or Namibia. Regardless of the final destination, travelers can expect to get there comfortably on this upscale train featuring full bathroom en suites, tea facilities, air conditioning, linen, and amenities.
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Duration:
3-4 days -
Price Per Passenger:
From ~$1857 -
Stops En Route:
Varies by route
7/10 Belmond Andean Explorer, Peru
There’s never been a better way to discover Andean history! The Andean Explorer is a luxury train in South America with 35 cabins equipped with comfortable beds, a seating area, and stunning views of the Peruvian Andes. There is a private en suite bathroom in each room. Travelers can choose to take the journey from the historical city of Cusco to the shores of Lake Titicaca in Puno, or they can continue all the way to Arequipa. All meals, beverages, and onboard entertainment are included in the cabin price.
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Duration:
2-3 days -
Price Per Passenger:
From ~$1,915 -
Stops En Route:
Cusco, Puno, Arequipa
6/10 Indian Pacific, Australia
The Indian Pacific train journey is in Australia and takes passengers from Sydney to Perth via Adelaide. The train is operated by Great Southern Rail of Australia and accommodates up to 152 guests across the economy and first-class cabins. Rooms are available with double and twin beds. They contain mirrors, in-room safes, and a personalized cabin attendant.
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Duration:
4 days -
Price Per Passenger:
From ~$2,115 -
Stops En Route:
Adelaide
5/10 Royal Scotsman, Scotland
Travelers can get a luxury experience traveling around Great Britain for up to a full week on the Royal Scotsman, depending on the route selected. There is limited space, with a capacity for 36 people across 14 cabins, 2 double cabins, and 4 single cabins. Rooms are fully equipped with amenities like air conditioning and a private shower. Beautiful dining cars serve lunch and dinner, plus there’s a spa onboard.
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Duration:
2-8 days -
Price Per Passenger:
From ~$5,438 -
Stops En Route:
Varies by route
4/10 Royal Canadian Pacific, Canada
The Canadian Pacific Railway operates this train which takes a maximum of 24 guests at a time across the vast nation of Canada in its comfortable sleeper cars. The historic train carriages are refinished to be comfortable and elegant, featuring a private three-piece en-suite, bathrobes, amenities, and an in-room safe for all passengers. There are various train journeys available, including the Royal Prairies Express departing from Vancouver, the Royal Pacific Express departing from Calgary, and the Royal Canadian Rockies Experience departing from Calgary.
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Duration:
4-5 days -
Price Per Passenger:
From ~$8,478 -
Stops En Route:
Varies by route
3/10 The Ghan, Australia
Journey across the Aussie Outback in style on The Ghan Expedition. This luxury train route has been operating since 1929 and takes passengers from Darwin to Adelaide over the course of 4 days. There are gourmet meals served on board, including saltwater barramundi and grilled kangaroo filet.
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Duration:
4 days -
Price Per Passenger:
From $3,695 -
Stops En Route:
Alice Springs, Manguri, Coober Pedy
2/10 Cruise Train Seven Stars, Japan
Japan’s luxury train is one of the world’s finest experiences with old-school luxury on an extremely advanced rail system. The Seven Stars in the name each represent one of the prefectures in the country. There are multi-day journeys available that take travelers around the island of Kyushu with a limited capacity of 28 passengers. This means that passengers must apply for their ride and hope to earn a seat.
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Duration:
4 days -
Price Per Passenger
: From $5,400 -
Stops En Route:
Kirishima
1/10 British Pullman, England
Get a taste of luxury in the English countryside on this vintage train, including a carriage built in the 1950s. There are themed rides with murder mystery luncheons and guest chefs who make the high ticket price worth your while. There are a number of day trips available on the British Pullman, such as a roundtrip journey to Bath with time to explore the city of Bath, plus brunch and a bellini on board the train.
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Duration:
1 day -
Price Per Passenger:
From $585 -
Stops En Route:
Varies by route
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