All Aboard for 20 of the World’s Most Breathtaking Train Trips

There’s something magical about a good train journey, and many train carriages boast magnificent vistas. So here are 20 of the world’s most scenic train trips you can take on your next vacation.

Australia: Ghan Railway

The Ghan Railway service takes passengers on a journey through the Australian Outback, from Adelaide to Darwin. The trip covers over 1,800 miles and includes a four-hour layover in Alice Springs.

California: Napa Valley Wine Train

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The Napa Valley Wine Train is more than just a simple journey. It’s a full-on vacation experience in its own right. The 18-mile journey from Napa to St. Helena, California, passes by many of the region’s famous vineyards and wineries.

The train offers a full dining experience, including a four-course meal and plenty of wine to accompany the view.

Scotland: The Jacobite

You’re probably familiar with the Jacobite even if you don’t know the famous engine by name. Better known in certain circles as the Hogwarts Express, the Jacobite is seen in the “Harry Potter” movies, including the impressive viaduct bridge that appears in the iconic flying car scene from “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.”

Western Canada: The Rocky Mountaineer

The Rocky Mountaineer travels across four rail routes across Alberta and British Columbia in Canada, and also extends down to Washington. The railway is the seven-time winner of the “World’s Leading Travel Experience by Train” award at the annual World Travel Awards.