These trains are so much more than a way to get from A to B - Australian Traveller

The definitive guide to the world's most remarkable train journeys presenting 60 memorable travel experiences by rail.

Each of the featured itineraries provides an illustrated route map, breathtaking images, and a handy infographic showing key stops and moments. This is the ultimate book of train travel inspiration for anyone wishing to embark on a sustainable expedition and delight in the people and places encountered along the way.

Inside Amazing Train Journeys:

• Fully revised and updated 2nd edition featuring60 of the best train journeys on the planet from classic long-haul trips, to little-known gems, and those which have achieved Unesco World Heritage status
• 10 incredible NEW adventures by rail including: Ferrocarril de Sóller (Spain); Linha do Douro (Portugal); The Flåmsbana (Norway); The Kusttram (Belgium); Havana to Santiago de Cuba (Cuba); Mombasa to Nairobi (Kenya); Kalka to Shimla (India); Tokaido & Sanyo Shinkansen (Japan); Mr Henderson's Railway (Spain); Tangier to Marrkesh (Morocco)
• Stunning photography, route map, and journey tracker infographics so you know where to sit for the best views; when to spot iconic landmarks; and train stops to disembark at to extend the fun
• Expert insights and fascinating background information that bring each train experience to life
• Practical information on how to book; plus distance, duration, and departure details to get you from A to B
• Features a foreword by Mark Smith: The Man in Seat 61
• Contents include: The Blue Train (South Africa); The Tazara Railway (Tanzania & Zambia); The Sunset Limited (USA); The Rocky Mountaineer (Canada); Perurail's Lake Titicaca Railway (Peru); The Copper Canyon Railway (Mexico); The Darjeeling Toy Train (India); The Post Road Train (Japan); The Reunification Express (Vietnam); The Glacier Express (Switzerland); The East Coast Main Line (England & Scotland); Munich to Venice on the Brenner Railway (Germany, Austria & Italy); Cannes to Menton (France); The Ghan (Australia); The Northern Explorer (New Zealand)

Snake your way through mountain peaks, along mesmerising coastlines, or past patchwork fields with this exquisite guide that makes the perfect gift for railway enthusiasts or anyone looking for inspiration on how to travel the world responsibly.

Looking for a sustainable and stress-free way to explore Europe? Hop on board the continent's railway network with this ultimate guide to train travel. Whether you want to take it slow on the scenic route or make the most of the newest high-speed services to get straight to your destination, Lonely Planet's experts show you how to plan your journey.

Packed with detailed gatefold route maps and insider tips, we cover everything from how to piece together a long-distance trip to the must-see stops and best ways to book value-for-money tickets. As airlines cut back flights and airfares rise, now is the perfect time to take advantage of the increasing overnight services and flexible fares being offered. We also reveal the quirks of different operators and countries, such as luggage allowances, rules and regulations, and what facilities are on board.

If you're looking for a more eco-friendly, convenient - and sometimes quicker - way to get from A to B as you travel throughout the continent, Lonely Planet's Guide to Train Travel in Europe will equip you to make the most of your time and budget.

• high-speed services in France, Italy, Germany, Switzerland and Spain
• scenic local routes in key countries including the UK and Scandinavia
• sleeper and long-distance services across the continent

About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, eBooks, and more.

Pamela Mulloy has always loved train travel. Whether returning to the Maritimes every year with her daughter on the Ocean, or taking her family across Europe to Poland, trains have been a linchpin of her life. As COVID locked us down, Mulloy began an imaginary journey that recalled the trips she has taken, as well as those of others. Whether it was Mary Wollstonecraft traveling alone to Sweden in the late 1700s, or the incident that had Charles Dickens forever fearful of trains, or the famous actress Sarah Bernhardt trapped in her carriage in a midwestern blizzard in the 1890s, or Sir John A. Macdonald's wife daring to cross the Rockies tied to the cowcatcher at the front of the train, the stories explore the odd mix of adventure and contemplation that travel permits.

Thoughtful, observant, and fun, Off the Tracks is the perfect blend of research and personal experience that, like a good train ride, will whisk you into another world.

Discover 200 amazing train journeys around the world to inspire your next big adventure!

From luxury services such as southeast Asia's Eastern and Oriental Express to the scenic Rocky Mountaineer line in Canada; thrilling high-speed escapes in Japan to Switzerland's iconic Glacier Express, Epic Train Trips of the World offers an unforgettable window into railway travel with page after page of inspiring green getaways to feed your wanderlust.

Inside Epic Train Trips of the World:

• 50 fascinating first-person stories of world-famous and lesser-known railway routes from seasoned train travellers including Oliver Smith, Monisha Rajesh, Shafik Meghji and more
• Includes 150 further suggestions for out-of-this-world adventures by train
• Select your perfect rail experience from three categories: Everyday, Luxury and Epic
• Each route features a handy map, stunning photography and a factbox to help readers plan their next railway escape
• Beautiful and vibrant hardback book cover by New Zealand illustrator, Ross Murray
• Featured train journeys include: Africa - The Blue Train (South Africa), Cairo - Luxor (Egypt), Nairobi - Mombasa (Kenya); Americas - Hiram Bingham (Peru), Sunset Limited (US), Yukon and White Star (Canada); Asia - Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (India), Death Railway (Thailand), Alishan Forest (Taiwan); Europe - Bernina Express (Switzerland), The Douro (Portugal); Milan - Rome (Italy); Oceania - Indian Pacific (Australia), Trans-Alpine (New Zealand), Kuranda Scenic (Australia)

Continuing the collectible Lonely Planet Epic series comes this thrilling exploration of the world's greatest railway journeys - the perfect gift or self-purchase for railfans and anyone who loves to travel along the tracks.

CHICAGO TO LOS ANGELES

'THE SOUTHWEST CHIEF' - A FABLED ADVENTURE
Experience this legendary Amtrak journey between Chicago and Los Angeles with Explore America on Amtrak's Southwest Chief. This must-have guide serves as your personal tour companion, showcasing the breathtaking scenery, sculptured landscapes, and unique history that unfolds outside your window. Immerse yourself in captivating tales of cowboys, Native American tribes, ghost towns, and colonial heritage as you retrace the paths of Spanish Conquistadors, explorers, and pioneer wagon trains through eight diverse states.

This transcontinental adventure is made even more memorable as you track your progress and discover hundreds of points of interest along the way. From vast agricultural fields to vibrant cities and historic adobe missions, from vast deserts with majestic mesas and red canyons to the Old Santa Fe Trail and Route 66. This essential guide brings the Southwest to life with every turn of the page. You won't want to start this evocative trip reflecting the golden age of rail travel without Explore America on Amtrak's Southwest Chief by your side.

Explore America on Amtrak's Southwest Chief brings to life the stories, trivia, quirkiness, and contradictions of the West. Using short, whimsical insights and fun facts, Baker enlivens hundreds of places in an easy-to-read format to reveal hidden gems. For each scheduled stop on the journey, it highlights:

What is special about the place?

Why is it here?

What's happened here?

What's quirky and fun about it?

Which famous people come from here?

What's of interest between stops?

It turns a long scenic journey into a fascinating transcontinental adventure.
Don't leave the station without it.

INTRODUCTION
1. ALL ABOARD AMTRAK!
What is Amtrak?
What are the Superliners?
Seating, Sleeping, and Sightseeing on Amtrak
Who's Who?
2. THE SOUTHWEST CHIEF
History of the Southwest Chief
The Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway
Why Ride the Southwest Chief?
The Southwest Chief Schedule
The Southwest Chief Stations
3. HOW TO USE THIS BOOK
4. SIGHTSEEING ABOARD THE SOUTHWEST CHIEF
CHICAGO, IL (CHI)
Chicago: Train City USA
NAPERVILLE, IL (NPV)
MENDOTA, IL (MDT)
PRINCETON, IL (PCT)
GALESBURG, IL (GBB)
FORT MADISON, IA (FMD)
LA PLATA, MO (LAP)
Santa Fe Trail: Highway to the Southwest
KANSAS CITY, MO (KCY)
LAWRENCE, KS (LRC)
TOPEKA, KS (TOP)
Long Cattle Drives and the Chisholm Trail
NEWTON, KS (NEW)
HUTCHINSON, KS (HUT)
Six Myths About Cowboys
DODGE CITY, KS (DDG)
GARDEN CITY, KS (GCK)
LAMAR, CO (LMR)
LA JUNTA, CO (LAJ)
Yes! This Was Once Mexico
TRINIDAD, CO (TRI)
RATON, NM (RAT)
The Harvey Girls Tamed the West
LAS VEGAS, NM (LSV)
The Navajo Nation: America's Most Populous Native People
LAMY, NM (LMY)
Get Your Kicks on Route 66
ALBUQUERQUE, NM (ABQ)
GALLUP, NM (GLP)
WINSLOW, AZ (WLO)
FLAGSTAFF, AZ (FLG)
KINGMAN, AZ (KNG)
NEEDLES, CA (NDL)
BARSTOW, CA (BAR)
VICTORVILLE, CA (VRV)
SAN BERNARDINO, CA (SNB)
RIVERSIDE, CA (RIV)
FULLERTON, CA (FUL)
Why is Hollywood in Los Angeles?
LOS ANGELES, CA - UNION STATION (LAX)
4. SOUTHWEST CHIEF TRIVIA QUESTIONS
5. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
6. OTHER BOOKS IN THE SERIES
7. ABOUT THE AUTHOR

ALL ABOARD!

• Discover the pros and cons of European train travel, gaining valuable insights into why this mode of transportation offers the ultimate way to immerse yourself in the charm of the Old World.
• Our pre-trip train journey planning section equips you with the tools needed to efficiently plan your adventure, ensuring that you don't miss out on the top countries to explore by train.
• Delve deep into each country with dedicated train guides, revealing hidden gems and cultural highlights in Belgium, England, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, and Switzerland.
• Become a master of buying European train tickets and explore the advantages and disadvantages of Eurail passes and other rail options.
• Navigate train stations like a pro, stay vigilant with essential safety advice, and learn how to outsmart potential thieves with our pickpocket prevention tips.
• Unlock the magic of train travel with insider tips on capturing stunning onboard photography, traveling with pets, or even bringing your bicycle along for the ride.

Bringing you a wealth of practical advice, captivating stories, and invaluable insights, Europe by Train is your ultimate companion for an extraordinary adventure across Europe's picturesque landscapes and vibrant cultures. Get ready to embark on a rail journey like never before!

Begin your European train adventure today-your once-in-a-lifetime journey awaits!

• The most popular countries and itineraries
• Interrail, Eurail or separate train tickets
• How to find a suitable travel partner
• How to find affordable accommodation
• The optimal packing list for Europe
• Travel safety for both men and women
• Useful tips and others' experience

The book enables step-by-step planning for an unforgettable train journey and is a must for everyone who wants to experience Europe by rail. Rucksack-rauf-und-weg.de

The book is a very good travel companion. Loaded with lots of valuable information and practical tips, it shows you how to discover Europe on your own by train. GATE7 travel podcast about wanderlust & photography

** Please note Brand NEW 2018 version of RailMap Europe - Alpine Special: Specifically designed for Global Interrail and Eurail RailPass holders is also now on sale. **

Explore the whole European railway network with 100 page paperback version of illustrated RailPass RailMap Europe Designed specifically for Interrail or Eurail RailPass holders. Easy to navigate full colour print version covers 30 European countries.

This Special Edition includes information on the famous Alpine scenic routes with connection info graphics and recommended connection routes for the most awesome and world famous Swiss and Austrian Alpine railway lines and includes detailed RailPass RailMap pages.

Purchase also includes complementary PDFs via email request. The RailPass RailMap 2017 PDF is a single document and also included as part of purchase is RailPass RailMap Extras which has the entire network for Switzerland and Belgium plus expanded city maps. Please use an email account that takes up to 20mb in size. Spam generating email will not be replied to. Please add heading PDF request for RailPass RailMap. Proof of purchase must be attached.

Buyer Beware Please note that RailPass RailMap 2017 has been specifically designed with the Global RailPass holder (interrailer) in mind. THIS IS NOT A COMPLETELY DEFINITIVE RAILWAY MAP. Instead RailPass RailMap is all about enabling easy and quick reference navigation around the entire European railway network in an easy to locate (i.e. top tourist destinations), easy to understand (easy to identify train types), easy to pack away format (i.e. can be folded in half) and full colour durable quality paper plus long lasting laminated gloss cover (i.e. large printed folding maps quickly suffer from tearing). The large square paperback format enables large spreads which have the look and feel of a folded map with many duplications so you can easily follow the network across the spreads.

All the most popular tourist destination, cities and major towns on the network are highlights in large bold print. All the major network connections, scenic routes, intersections and junctions are easy to follow to enable you to quickly get to your chosen destinations.

New for 2017 is major ferry crossings sailing info and railpass discounts for UK, Ireland, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Spain, Italy and Greece.

Included:

• Index with Country flag and RailMap pages (see Index screenshot below)
• Detailed explanation of RailMap legend and what to look out for on RailMap
• Easily identified High speed routes (bright orange lines)
• Main railway lines (seat reservation usually required)
• Majority of local lines (in most cases no additional seat reservation requirement)
• Green highlighted and easy to identify scenic routes so you can plan the most interesting and awesome routes
• Bus routes (pink lines) where the train network is in repair or is seasonal etc.
• Ski resorts and popular summer hiking destinations
• Ports and popular ferry routes including discounts that railpass attracts and sailing info etc
• Train stations with shower facilities National parks and areas of outstanding beauty Cities and towns with nearby airports (with highlighted airport codes)
• Sandy beaches and stunning coastlines
• Mountain ranges and major inland lakes
• Major Budget Airports (with accompanying airport codes)

This is an indispensable railway travel guide designed by a experienced Interrailer with a passion for creating informative railway maps. RailPass RailMap is continually updated with new country specific editions planned for the summer of 2017.

To learn more please visit RailRouter.co.uk

Embark on a journey of a lifetime through the stunning landscapes and vibrant cities of Europe with the Europe with Eurail guidebook. This comprehensive guidebook is the ultimate tool for anyone looking to explore Europe by rail, offering a wealth of information and insights to help you plan the perfect adventure.

Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a first-time explorer, the Europe with Eurail guidebook provides latest information on everything you need to make the most of your trip.

• From detailed route maps with pictures, fares, pass options, train schedules to insider tips on the best local attractions, restaurants, and hidden gems, this guidebook is your one-stop-shop for all things Eurail. You'll learn about the different types of Eurail passes and which one is right for you and much more..

• And most importantly, you'll gain the confidence to set off on your own European adventure, ready to experience all that this amazing continent has to offer.

With Europe with Eurail guidebook, you'll have access to an enormous network of train lines that take you to some of the most spectacular sites on the continent, from the snow-capped summits of the Alps to the sun-soaked beaches of the Mediterranean.

With Europe with Eurail guidebook, you'll have the opportunity to travel at your own speed and on your own terms. Pick from a selection of Eurail pass choices to fit your travel requirements, and enjoy the flexibility to hop on and off trains as you want. Whether you're wanting to spend a few days in one area or go on an epic multi-country tour, Europe with Eurail guidebook makes it simple.

From the excitement of bustling cities to the tranquility of idyllic rural settings, Europe has something to offer every traveler. And with the Europe with Eurail guidebook, you'll have all the information and resources you need to create your own unforgettable journey.

So why wait? Get your copy of Europe with Eurail today and start planning the adventure of a lifetime. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a first-time explorer, this guidebook is your ticket to the ultimate Eurail experience.

this illuminating Amtrak travel guide brings to life hundreds of points of interest you might otherwise miss. You will experience California and the West Coast like never before. He explains the beautiful landscapes, intriguing history, pivotal events, and colorful characters that shaped the region's history as you pass important locations.What's here?This carefully researched railway travel guidebook tells you what's outside the window. It gives you a front-row seat to the absorbing stories that unfold as the train hugs the rugged shores of the Pacific Ocean and passes vibrant cities, volcanic peaks, expansive agricultural fields, and dense evergreen forests to the snow-capped mountain ranges of the Pacific Northwest.

In this carefully researched rail travel guidebook, Baker recounts absorbing stories of trappers, pioneer farmers, and wagon trains. He also explains the significance of the Spanish missions, the Oregon Trail, Crater Lake National Park, Gold Rush and how they are integral to the story of the American West.The essential Amtrak travel companionThis expertly crafted USA travel guidebook is perfect for inquisitive, on-the-go rail travelers. It is your passport to enjoyment on 'The Coast Starlight' with unique insights, fun trivia, and fascinating anecdotes about small towns off the beaten track. It presents a glimpse into the past and present at each stop in a concise, easy-to-read format, where Baker highlights:

• What is special about the place?
• What's happened here?
• What's quirky and fun about the place?
• Is anyone famous from here?

PLANNING FOR THE TRIP
Traveling can be a hassle, but when traveling to a foreign nation one may consider it to be a nightmare, or a challenge at best. There are tons of reservations that have to be made, there are hotel and motels to be selected, dinning places to consider, attractions and events for which to plan, and there are transportation selections that need to be arranged.

GUIDED TOURS
Many people take guided tours where everything is done for them, which is great except many attractions are overlooked or just not included in the expensive 'boilerplate' or 'prepackaged' tours.

DRIVING IN PORTUGAL
Some people plan out their tour and then drive or rent a car at the location. This too is great if you want to have to learn the rules of the road of a foreign nation, and you want to pay rental, rental insurance, road fees and tolls, parking fees, gasolines costs; and then have to plot out hundreds of miles inch by inch, on a mapping application.

DIRECTIONS
Cities like Lisbon and Porto in Portugal have tons of very narrow and mostly one-way streets and unless you know exactly where you are going you can easily end up lost or in some alley where you cannot easily extract yourself.

ATTRACTIONS
The manual has the popular CP.pt train stations and routes along with the attractions you might consider seeing when getting off at the station. 24 popular tourists towns are listed with hundreds of attractions.

Example: The Estação CP Tomar rail station is near the Castelo de Tomar and is close to the train station, but the walk from the station is uphill and you should consider a Tuk Tuk or other public transport for getting to it.

BUS & TRAIN TOURING
Using the bus or train systems for many may be the better way to see the attractions, and do so more relaxed and in relative safety. This manual is designed to provide you with needed and essential information when traveling to and touring Portugal. It provides the basics of rail travel in Portugal with link addresses to websites where you can obtain very detailed information.

TRAIN TICKETS
There is a segment on how to use the CP.pt ticketing machines or how to order tickets on-line.

TRAVEL CLASSES & DISCOUNT TICKETS
The manual describes the different tickets that are available and the possible seating and travel classes

EUROPEAN CONNECTIONS
There are a few pages that describe the European Rail System and how it interconnects with the Portuguese Rail System.

DAY TRIPS
The book contains a section of Day Trips to consider.

EXTRAS
The manual contains a listing of Train Museums, and a several tips on Luggage Storage while waiting for the hotel room or just wanting to tour without baggage.

TRANSLATIONS
Yes, there are a few pages on the Portuguese to English translations you may need to understand while considering using rail transport.

AIRPORT INTERFACE
There are a few pages about the airports and how each interfaces with the Portugal Metro system.

METRO SYSTEMS
Lisbon and Porto have subway systems that are termed the 'Metro' and each has its own stops, ticketing systems, and schedules. This manual will aid you in understanding the METRO.

KEEPING INFORMED
How to register for CP.pt information email is included

RULES
What you can or can not do when riding the rails in Portugal is included.

HISTORIC TRAINS
Portugal's has three historic trains that you may consider riding on, and the manual provides you with boarding information.

TOC & INDEX
Study the Table of Contents and the Index; you will see that the author has covered details that many Portugal Car/Bus/Train Travel books do not. E

• Infos zum Interrail-Pass und zu Zugtickets
• Die Suche nach einem geeigneten Reisepartner
• Die beliebtesten Länder und Reiserouten
• Darauf solltest du bei Unterkünften achten
• Die optimale Packliste für Reisen in Europa
• Sicherheit beim Reisen für Männer und Frauen
• Viele nützliche Tipps und Erfahrungsberichte

Meinungen zum Buch
Das Buch ermöglicht eine Schritt für Schritt Planung für eine unvergessliche Zugreise und ist ein Muss für alle, die Europa auf der Schiene erleben möchten Rucksack-rauf-und-weg.de

Das Buch ist ein sehr guter Reisebegleiter. Gespickt mit vielen wertvollen Informationen und praktischen Tipps zeigt es dir, wie du Europa auf eigene Faust mit dem Zug entdecken kannst. GATE7 Reisepodcast über Fernweh & Fotografie

Europe by Eurail has been the train traveler's one-stop source for visiting Europe's cities and countries by rail for over forty years. Newly revised and updated, this comprehensive annual guide provides the latest information on fares, schedules, and pass options, as well as detailed information on more than one hundred specific rail excursions and sightseeing options.

Whether you have a long weekend or a fortnight to spare, there are plenty of no-fly European adventures to discover.

From coastal to cultural, mountainous to mouth-watering, The Eco-Conscious Travel Guide offers 30 themed routes you can hop on and hop off at any point, including:
- Alpine Ambles
- Ski Escapes
- Chocolate, Cheese and Carb Delights
- Wine-fuelled Wanders

Inspired by the budget InterRail trips of his youth, veteran travel writer Jules Brown thought he'd try and visit 9 cities in 9 countries in 9 days. Sadly, that wasn't his only mistake.

It soon turned into a hot and steamy adventure (no, steady on, not that kind) by rail across Europe, taking in Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Bratislava, Ljubljana, Zagreb, Liechtenstein, Zürich and Milan.

A tale of relaxing train rides to famous tourist destinations and guidebook sights? Not so much. All aboard for an offbeat travel adventure with a very funny writer seriously in danger of losing his cool.

Readers love Not Cool: Europe by Train in a Heatwave
'I laughed out aloud so much that I scared the cat' (5 stars) Amazon reviewer

'I don't generally enjoy 'humorous' travel books. This book was different. It has been crafted by a travel writing professional who knows how to (a) travel and (b) write.' (5 stars) Amazon reviewer

'What captivated me from the start was the author's style of writing and sense of humour.' (5 stars) Amazon reviewer

'This is the kind of travel writing I love - full of charming moments, unusual sights and a writer who is determined to discover what really makes a place unique. ' (5 stars) Amazon reviewer

'It was a joy to read a travel book by a travel writer who can actually write well. Couldn't put the book down.' (5 stars) Amazon reviewer

'The title and subtitle were irresistible to me. I love books like this which take you along, without all the stress and sweat!' (5 stars) Amazon reviewer

'While I began reading this book for a good travel laugh, I came out having had a much deeper reading experience than expected.' (5 stars) Goodreads reviewer

'Jules' travel writing is funny, inspiring, quirky and always engaging' - Mark Ellingham, founder of Rough Guides and publisher of Driving over Lemons

A portrait in words and photographs of 50 of the most scenic, remote and long-distance routes in Asia, Africa, Australia, North and South America, and Europe. Some, such as the Orient Express route from Paris to Istanbul, are historical and no longer possible as a single journey; for these, full details of how to trace the route today accompany the description of the original concept. Other journeys are included because of the dramatic countryside they pass through, such as The Ghan in Australia, or the challenging nature of the track construction, such as the Western Australia Mixed Gauge built to accommodate trains with different gauges on the same line, or for the nostalgia of steam locomotives like the West Coast Wilderness Railway in Tasmania and the Hotham Valley Tourist Railway from Pinjarra to Dwellingup.

There are journeys to the Arctic and trips traversing whole countries. The descriptions tell of the logistics of the route, the historical reasons for its existence and the spectacular scenery to be viewed from the train window. Each journey is accompanied by a route map and illustrated with contemporary images.