Railbookers Spearheads an Epoch-making Journey: The Global Luxury Rail Odyssey.
In a majestic stride of ingenuity and opulence, Railbookers has lifted the veil on its latest masterstroke: The “Around the World by Luxury Train” sojourn. This exquisite, unparalleled odyssey allows travellers to traverse four continents and 13 mesmerizing countries, all aboard the crème de la crème of the world’s luxury trains.
This majestic rail journey answers the booming demand of affluent travellers who crave the combined thrill of world exploration and plush comforts. Embarking in 2024, this one-of-a-kind 80-day expedition seamlessly stitches together iconic luxury rail journeys. The journey promises unforgettable moments from the grandeur of the Rovos Rail in South Africa to the palatial Maharajas’ Express in India and the historic charm of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.
In an exclusive statement, Frank Marini, President & CEO of Railbookers, declared, “The crescendo of luxury rail demand inspired us to craft this once-in-a-lifetime odyssey. We noticed a trend: an aspiration to merge multiple luxury train trips into one grand journey. So, we intricately designed this voyage and supplementary tailor-made adventures with these iconic locomotives as our crown jewels. Our comprehensive packages, inclusive of lavish hotels, spectacular sightseeing, and smooth transfers, offer our patrons an opulent view of the world.”
Besides the monumental train journeys, patrons will experience the regal ambience of luxury hotels in the world’s iconic cities. The adventure commences in Vancouver, meandering through the heartbeats of Europe – Budapest, Edinburgh, Florence, London, Paris, Rome, and Venice. Furthermore, with seamless air connections, guests can delve into the splendours of Delhi, Mumbai, and Istanbul in Asia, followed by the African beauties – of Cape Town and Johannesburg. This grand escapade concludes in Southeast Asia’s rich tapestry, encompassing Singapore and Malaysia.
Full details, including booking procedures, can be accessed here for those intrigued.
But that’s not all. Railbookers, known for their versatility, offer a suite of customisable options. They enable travellers to curate experiences, from exclusive attractions to the freedom of exploring cities at their desired pace. More about these diverse offerings can be browsed here.
Booking with the Railbookers Group, patrons receive many advantages, including access to unattainable inventories, tailor-made journeys, and myriad cruise extension options.
What do industry leaders think about this?
Gary Franklin, Vice President of Trains and Cruises at Belmond, shared his excitement: “This collaboration showcases some of the planet’s most legendary trains. Given the surging luxury rail demand, this journey is the pinnacle of travel opulence.”
Echoing these sentiments, Violet Thumlert, Vice President of Global Sales at Rocky Mountaineer, noted, “The inclusion of Rocky Mountaineer’s Vancouver-Jasper segment promises travellers a vision of nature’s grandeur. It’s a transformative experience, far beyond mere travel.”
Rohan Vos, Owner of Rovos Rail, aptly summed up the collective sentiment with a quote from Phileas Fogg: “Anything one man can imagine, other men can make real.”
Written by: Jason Smith