There are few better ways to experience a country than on a rail holiday. Many of our destinations feature excellent trains or classic routes, provide an opportunity to explore out of the way places or to relax in comfort and style. The options for rail travel are almost endless – journey through spectacular scenery in the USA or Canada, ride one of India’s celebrated hill trains that climb to Shimla, Darjeeling and Ooty or board a local service for an adventure you will never forget. Travel in high-speed comfort on Japan’s sleek bullet trains or embark on the journey of a life-time through Russia on the Trans-Siberian Express. For those looking for something special, experience the classic opulence of the iconic Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, board the Rocky Mountaineer which travels through the heart of the majestic Canadian Rockies or board one of India’s luxury trains including the famous Palace on Wheels.