From Maharajas' Express To Golden Chariot: Here Are The World's Most Luxurious Trains

The Maharajas' Express, bestowed with the "World's Leading Luxury Train" award at the World Travel Awards for seven consecutive years from 2012 to 2018. The Maharajas' Express has redefined the luxury travel experience by offering guests the opportunity to explore fabled destinations providing a glimpse of the rich cultural heritage of Incredible India.

The Golden Chariot is one of the superb luxury trains in India that takes you to some of the most famous tourist places in South India. The train has AC chambers with royal interiors, bars, restaurants serving multi-variety cuisines, mini gym, Ayurveda spa and other 5-star facilities.

Inspired by the traveling style of the kings and rulers during different royal eras of ancient India, Deccan Odyssey is a 5-star hotel on wheels that takes you to some fascinating destinations of India.

‘Palace on Wheels’ is another on the list of a luxury train ride in India that was refurbished and re-launched in 2009 to promote tourism. This train boasts of luxurious cabins, exquisite wallpapers, a well-stocked bar, gracious hospitality that recreates the bygone era of kings and their royal palaces!

The Royal Rajasthan on Wheels takes you through the rich heritage of Rajasthan. Experience the Rajput culture of valour and hospitality, and travel through many stunning palaces and fortresses built in the Rajputana region.

The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is a private luxury train service from London to Venice and other European cities. It is currently owned by Belmond, which operates 45 luxury hotels, restaurants, tourist trains and river cruises in 24 countries.

Hardcore travelers say you haven't really experienced train travel until you've ride the Trans-Siberian Express, with its intimidating itinerary that spans a whopping eight time zones. The Golden Eagle is a luxury version of the Trans-Siberian, featuring luxury bathrooms, AC in the summer, full heat in the winter, laundry services, TVs, a resident pianist and an English-speaking doctor.

The Belmond Royal Scotsman is a Scottish overnight luxury train, started in 1985 by GS&WR, and run since 2005 by Belmond Ltd. Its itineraries include 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7-night journeys around the Scottish Highlands, visiting castles, distilleries and historic sites.

Experience a panoramic view of the mystical landscapes of Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia and Laos from a luxury train the Eastern and Oriental Express. The majesty and splendour of the Eastern and Oriental Express with its comfortable, elegant lounges and suites, panoramic windows, delicious cuisine and superb service, combined with the adventure full journey through the heart of Asia.

The Rocky Mountaineer has developed into a world-class travel experience, now operating on 3 different routes through the spectacular scenery of the Canadian Rockies, with excellent on-board service.?