Train Travel Asia Holidays

Train travel might not be the first mode of transport that springs to mind when thinking of travelling in Asia - a continent so vast and diverse, you would be forgiven for thinking that flying is the best way to explore the eastern side of the globe. But, much to our delight (and hopefully yours), there are lots of ways to pass through Asia, rather than over it. Home to a maze of crisscrossed tracks that connect some very cool destinations, via some iconic routes, there are plenty of reasons to be shouting about slow travel in Asia.
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Train Travel Asia holiday ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country Japan – Tokyo – Aizuwakamatsu – Sendai – Lake Towada – Kakunodate – Ginsen Onsen – Tsuruoka

    Off-the-Beaten-Track in Japan - Majestic Mountains, Traditional Temples and Samurai Splendour

    Unveil a more serene side of Japan on this 16-day sojourn in the lesser-known Tohoku region

    16 days, from £3900 to £5800

  • One Country Japan – Tokyo – Hida Furukawa – Kanazawa – Kyoto

    Winter in Japan - Tokyo and Kyoto without the Crowds

    Embark on an 11-day winter escape through Japan, from buzzing cities to snowy countryside

    12 days, from £4600 to £5950

  • One Country Japan – Kyushu – Fukuoka – Nagasaki – Sukarajima

    Kyushu From Top to Tail - Cities, Hot Springs & Volcanoes

    Discover the vast variety of Japan’s southernmost island on this 16-day trip to Kyushu

    15 days, from £4900 to £6750

  • One Country Japan – Tokyo – Shuzenji – Kyoto

    Essential Japan - From Tokyo to Kyoto by Train

    Head to the Far East for 12 days of quintessentially Japanese culture between Tokyo and Kyoto

    12 days, from £5150 to £6650

  • One Country Japan – Tokyo – Japanese Alps – Kyoto – Osaka

    Japan through the Eyes of a Child - Mangamania and Samurai

    Explore Japan as a family from the bustling streets of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka to the wild landscapes of the Japanese Alps

    14 days, from £5200 to £6750

  • One Country Japan – Osaka – Mount Koya – Kyoto – Amanohashidate – Kinosaki Onsen – Kobe – Onomichi

    Highlights of Western Honshu - Urban Buzz, Hilltop Temples and Coastal Cool

    Head to western Honshu for 17 days of city sightseeing, spiritual splendour, coastal calm and fantastic food

    16 days, from £6350 to £8250

  • One Country South Korea – Japan – Seoul – Gyeongju – Busan – Osaka – Kyoto – Shuzenji – Tokyo

    From Seoul to Tokyo - A Rail Adventure through South Korea and Japan

    Watch South Korea and Japan roll past your window on this 20-day rail adventure from dazzling Seoul to high-energy Tokyo

    20 days, from £6450 to £8350

  • One Country Japan – Tokyo – Hida Furukawa – Tsumago – Kyoto – Kumano – Katsuura – Osaka – Onomichi

    Active Adventures in Japan - Hike and Bike Honshu’s Highlights

    Hike, bike and bullet-train your way around Honshu on this action-packed 19-day adventure

    19 days, from £7650 to £9900

  • One Country Japan – Tokyo – Shuzenji – Kyoto – Nara – Ise

    Japan in Style - Shimmering Cities & Serene Spirituality

    Sample the rich culture of Japan during this stylish two-week sojourn on the main island of Honshu

    14 days, from £10450 to £13550

From engineering mastery and guaranteed jaw-dropping scenery, we have the inside track (sorry, couldn't help it) on some of the best train routes spanning the Eastern side of the globe. We can talk you through everything from the best routes and times, to the best compartments and the most luxurious trains. Plus, bonus points all-round - the carbon emissions are a fraction of those produced from flying.

When making a list for travelling Asia by train, you'll want the terrific tracks through the Tea Hills that link Ella to Kandy, in Sri Lanka, right at the top. The train traverses Sri Lanka's steamy tropical mountains, winding through glossy green hills and manicured tea-terraces, whilst avoiding a long and bumpy car ride. For a touch of luxury why not climb aboard the Eastern and Oriental Express from Bangkok to Singapore. An elegant affair, this train traces its way through Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore complete with fine dining and onboard entertainment; the trip proves that the journey is just as important as the destination. If taking it slow is not your thing, the Japanese bullet trains might be. There might not be so much scenery to be seen, as a multicoloured blur passes by your window, but the convenience and the experience make up for it.

To ensure you make the most of your trip, our team of travel experts can curate a tailor-made luxury itinerary that's full to the brim with tours and experiences that are handpicked for you, so whether you are on a train, between trains, or at your destination, we have got you covered.

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