HISTORY TOURER
The standouts, worldwide.
The 11 standout train experiences, gathered from across the world. What each one shows you, how long it runs and who leads it, so you can pick the tour that fits the trip.
Ride Puffing Billy through the Dandenong Ranges from Belgrave or Lakeside for a heritage steam journey with volunteer staff and great facilities.
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Half-day, small-group train trip from Rome to Ostia Antica with an English guide and entry included for a calmer look at Roman daily life.
“Our guide Alberto was very knowledgeable and passionate regarding the archeological site. He was a wealth of information but not overwhelming and certainly not boring. He was patient with the group and answered every and all questions very professionally. I would highly recommend Ostia, a place which is not frequented by many, and od course…”
Train and coach from Dublin to Cork, Blarney Castle and Cobh’s Titanic-era heritage, with a Stone kiss and guided history.
“We had a great time visiting all of the sites on this trip, worth the price and definitely recommend. The guide did an excellent job giving historical information and when we got to Blarney Castle we really liked that we were given a solo opportunity to explore and experience the grounds on our own. We…”
St Nicholas Abbey, Barbados plus the CTH Heritage Railway: a guided house tour, rum tasting, and scenic Cherry Tree Hill by train.
“Interesting opportunity to step back in time and understand the history of part of the island, with both the train ride and Abbey tour. The view from Cherry Tree hill was amazing. Only downside was the so called rum tasting which was sparse to say the least (2 very very small samples) and somewhat disappointing…”
Steam train to Cherry Tree Hill, a Jacobean manor and rum lesson, plus a quick stop at Morgan Lewis Windmill on Barbados.
“Lovely visit in beautiful countryside”
Private Agra day trip by air-conditioned express train from Delhi: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri, with guide, breakfast, lunch.
“What a marvelous day in Agra. As a solo women traveling for the first time in India, I couldn't have had a better experience. Hotel pickup and train to Agra went seamlessly. Guide, Farid Baig, and driver, Mubeen were professional, knoRead more”
Guided Cairo and Luxor temples plus Giza and Saqqara on a tight 6-day plan, with overnight train transfers.
“Awesome experience. Great tour guide. All the temples were a sight to see. True world wonders. The tour guide was great, very knowledgeable.”
Athens private day trip to Ancient Corinth, the Lakes Cave near Kalavryta, and the Odontotos Rack Railway through Vouraikos Gorge.
“My driver, Kyriakos, was amazing. He got me to my destinations quickly, he took care of the train ticket, and as we had extra time - he found a couple of extra little sights to stop and see. The tour guide in Corinth was great too. The Cave of Lakes (in the summer) has very…”
Ride a heritage steam train through the Blue Mountains. Watch locomotive run-arounds, enjoy station cafés, and choose your route.
“Fun and interesting trip professionally run by a very friendly group of enthuesiasts ... well worth a visit to support this great team and the heritage”
Private day trip from Athens to ancient Corinth, the Lakes Cave, and the Vouraikos cog railway, with cave guide and train tickets.
“George was amazing! The train was down from a landslide but he still made the trip worth every bit.”
Ride a hybrid steam-diesel heritage train from Kota Kinabalu to Papar for photo missions, henna, and lunch with market fruit.
“Such a lovely event! Staff were so friendly and attentive. We were given a lovely gift bag and provided with plenty of refreshments. They even catered to our request for a vegetarian meal at lunch. Really lovely experience. We loved every minute!”
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