Travel in Style on the World's Most Luxurious Trains
Seven Stars in Kyushu
Japan’s ultra-luxe rail line traverses the dramatic mountainous island of Kyushu, stopping at the rustic town of Yufuin, a destination famous for its hot springs.
Every detail is considered in the Seven Stars’ passenger suites. The walls feature Kumiko latticework, made by local craftsmen in Okawa, Fukuoka, without the use of nails. The sinks, meanwhile, were created by the late Sakaida Kakiemon XIV, a celebrated potter.
Royal Rajasthan on Wheels
The seven-day trip on the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels offers a luxurious way to see some of India’s most storied spots in the princely state of Rajasthan—also known as the Land of Kings—from the temples of Khajuraho and the holy city of Varanasi, to the Taj Mahal.
Royal Rajasthan on Wheels
With its luxe woven Indian textiles and abundance of gold, the sleeper suite on the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is decidedly more like a small room of a palace than a train compartment.
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Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
The original Orient Express took its first trip in 1883, departing Paris for Istanbul. Today’s iteration, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express continues to represent the height of luxury European travel but travels a different route, leaving London for Venice via France, Switzerland, and the Austrian Alps.
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
The exquisitely restored Art Deco coaches of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express convey the spectacular craftsmanship of the era, with stunning exotic wood paneling and fine metalwork. French artist René Prou designed the six sleeper cars, each of which is inlaid with an Art Deco marquetry design.
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Al Andalus
The Al Andalus traverses southern Spain’s scenic Andalusian region, departing from Seville (or Granada) and stopping at various gastronomic and cultural destinations.
Al Andalus
Several of the coaches used for the Al Andalus were originally built in the 1920s and welcomed British monarchs traveling from Calais, France, to the Riviera. The interiors have a mix of period details, like the metalwork and lighting, and Belle Epoque–inspired flourishes.
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Eastern and Oriental Express
Belmond’s Eastern and Oriental Express passes through a variety of Southeast Asian locales. The dining car windows of the train were extended to allow for more panoramic views of the scenery.
Eastern and Oriental Express
The interior design scheme of Belmond’s Eastern and Oriental Express combines Southeast Asian touches with colonial embellishments. Chinese and Thai lacquer abounds, while the observation car is covered with teak paneling. The Presidential Suite, pictured here, features inlaid wood, antique brass fittings, and campaign-style furniture to accommodate the room’s small dimensions.
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