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It is often said that 'The journey is more beautiful than the destination', and a train lets you experience that first-hand! It makes for that much- needed, laid-back kind of travel, where you experience both golden hour and blue hour, right outside your cabin window while relishing a delicious meal.
Taking you through suburban city areas, rustic interiors, scenic routes and lands lesser known, a train journey provides the best of views that travel can give you. We've curated a list of the best luxury train journeys that you can take with your partner, from La Dolce Vita Orient Express to Glacier Express, Maharajas' Express and many more.
Chalk these up for your year end travel.
The breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps, combined with unmatched comfort and a five-course meal, are what sum up the journey of the Glacier Express. The train follows the route from Zermatt to St. Moritz and goes through several beautiful glaciers, plateaus and valleys. The Glacier Express has been divided into three classes, including 1st Class, 2nd Class and Excellence Class, where you get to experience the best of hospitality. The table of the train is as follows:
Winter Timetable: 05.12.2026 – 07.05.2027
Summer Timetable: 08.05.2027 – 09.10.2027
The Maharaja Express makes you experience king-size life with its luxurious coaches, comprising Deluxe Cabin, Junior Suite, Suite and a Presidential Suite. These cabins and suites are equipped with world-class facilities and ensure that you are comfortable throughout the journey. The train also has two restaurants, Mayur Mahal and Rang Mahal, along with a lounge bar.
The Maharajas' Express offers the following journey:
The Indian Panorama: Delhi – Jaipur – Ranthambore – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra – Orchha and Khajuraho – Varanasi – Delhi
The Indian Splendour: Delhi –Agra – Ranthambore – Jaipur – Bikaner – Jodhpur – Udaipur– Mumbai
The Heritage of India: Mumbai – Ajanta – Udaipur – Jodhpur – Bikaner – Jaipur – Ranthambore – Agra - New Delhi
Treasures of India: Delhi – Agra – Ranthambore – Jaipur – Delhi
Want to experience the best of Australia with your partner? The Ghan offers a one-of-a-kind train journey experience that takes you through the ancient landscapes, picturesque views and cultural heritage. Its coaches have been segregated into Aurora Australis, Platinum, Gold and Gold Premium, allowing you to choose the ideal one as per your requirements. The Ghan also offers off-train experiences where you can take a walk through the remote areas and take a deep dive into Australian culture.
La Dolce Vita Orient Express allows you to watch the magic of Italy unfold through a window. From ultra-comfortable suites and sumptuous décor to gastronomy by a Michelin-starred chef, this train ensures that you and your partner get to experience the true luxury throughout the journey. La Dolce Vita Orient Express offers overnight and day trips, which include journeys like Istanbul to Rome, The Italian Wine Route, Rome to Sicily Via Naples, Rome to Venice and more.
The Eastern & Oriental Express lets you witness the best amalgamation of Malaysia's glorious history and adventure through its journeys like Essence of Malaysia, Tiger Express, Wild Malaysia and many more. Its coaches have been divided into Presidential Suites, State Cabins and Pullman cabins. And let's not forget the elaborate menu designed by Chef André Chiang, allowing you to choose from a wide range of Asian delicacies.