Getting the opportunity to travel by one of these trains is not such an easy thing. The ticket prices are fabulous, when compared to those of ordinary trains. But when you realize that this is your chance to make a trip which you have never had in your life before, everything makes sense.The ticket price is just one of the challenges that you will face in order to get on these trains. Some of the trains described below make the trip only once a year. And waiting in a line with a hope to get a ticket on such a train can last for months.
“Orient Express” Train
The price per one ticket: starting with $1,160.
It was the first railway line, which connected the East and the West. Perhaps it is the most famous train thanks to the novel “Murder on the Orient Express” by Agatha Christie.
Eastern & Oriental Express Train
Price per one ticket: starts with $2,217.
This train, which can be easily compared to any five-star hotel, follows the route from Singapore to Malaysia and Bangkok.
The Golden Chariot Train
Price per one ticket: $5,730.
It is considered as one of the most beautiful passenger trains. The style of this train imitates the one that was on the old Blue Express train, owned by the Queen of Great Britain.
Rovos Rail Train
Price per one ticket: starts with $1,200.
At the rear of the train there is a carriage with large windows and panoramic views.
Royal Scotsman Train
Price per one ticket: starts with $2,935.
An incredibly friendly and comfortable train, which travels across Scotland. One of its carriages has been turned into a spa.
Maharajas Express Train
Price per one ticket: starts with $6,840.
The most luxurious and expensive train in Asia. It is a copy of the royal palace in India.
Imperial Russia Train
Price per one ticket: starts with $5,274.
One of the most famous and luxurious trains that travels only once a year on three routes.
Blue Train
Price per one ticket: starts with $740.
The train follows the picturesque route of the southern coast of South Africa. Its passengers can easily see giraffes, antelopes and buffaloes on their way.
“Golden Eagle” Train
Price per one ticket: $15,495.
The most expensive passenger train in the world. In one of its carriages there is a bar, where you can find a piano and even a private library. This train follows the route Moscow – Vladivostok.
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