Around the world by train, now bookable in six separate sections | News
Adventures By Train has announced that its flagship Around the World by Train in 100 Days (March 14 – June 22, 2027) can now be experienced in a new, more flexible way, with six separate legs of the journey sold separately.
This means travelers no longer have to sign up for the entire 100-day, 14-country adventure at once. Instead, they can choose to book a specific part of the route, whether that’s crossing Europe by train, traveling through Central Asia on sleeper trains, exploring China by high-speed train or riding the legendary California Zephyr across the United States.
The full trip still departs from London on March 14, 2027, with just 12 places available, and combines first-class train travel, luxury hotels and sea voyages across Europe, Asia and North America. But this new share booking option opens up the experience to a much wider range of travelers and offers the chance to take part in an extraordinary chapter of the world tour, without requiring the time commitment of the full 100 days.
London to Uzbekistan (31 days): over the Alps, the Bosphorus and beyond
From the Gothic grandeur of London in St. Pancras, this extraordinary rail journey heads east in opulent style. Cruise to Paris on the Eurostar for lunch under the gilded ceilings of Le Train Bleu, then race on to Zurich and into the Alps. Cross the Arlberg Pass into Vienna for imperial palaces, concerts by Mozart and Strauss, and Michelin-starred dining in Steirereck. Sleep aboard overnight trains to Transylvania for bear spotting and Dracula’s Bran Castle, then continue through Bulgaria to Istanbul, where you’ll stay at the legendary Pera Palace. Ride beyond the Bosphorus on Turkey’s Doğu Express to the wild eastern mountains, cross into Georgia’s wine country, reach futuristic Baku, cruise the Caspian Sea and finish amid Uzbekistan’s Silk Road treasures in Khiva, Bukhara and Tashkent.
Departing on March 14, 2027, the 31-day flight-free trip costs £18,900 pp (two parts), including the services of an experienced tour guide, all accommodation, mixed boarding, first-class train travel for day trips and private sleeper compartments for overnight trips, private cabin crossing from Azerbaijan to Kazakhstan and transfers by private car or minibus. Single room supplement € 2,950.
London to Shanghai (42 days): an epic Eurasian escape
Embark on a 42-day, flight-free odyssey from London to Shanghai, following the legendary Silk Road in unparalleled style. Glide first-class through Paris, Zurich and Vienna, enjoy Michelin-starred lunches and a classical concert, then board sleeper trains through Transylvania to Istanbul’s iconic Pera Palace. Traverse Turkey’s rugged Eastern Highlands aboard the scenic Doğu Express, enjoy fine Georgian wines in Kakheti and cross the Caspian Sea on a unique cargo ferry adventure. Discover the desert gems of Central Asia – Khiva, Bukhara, Tashkent – before entering the breathtaking landscapes of China: the vibrant bazaars of Urumqi, the kaleidoscopic Rainbow Mountains of Zhangye, the awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an, and finally soar at 350 km/h on the high-speed train to the dazzling skyline of Shanghai, celebrating the journey with a three-Michelin star dinner Taian Table.
Departing on March 14, 2027, the 42-day flight-free trip costs £24,770 pp (two parts), including the services of an experienced tour guide, all accommodation, mixed boarding, first-class rail travel for day trips and private sleeper compartments for overnight trips, crossing in private cabin accommodation from Azerbaijan to Kazakhstan, and transfers by private car or minibus. Single room supplement €3,950.
Istanbul to Uzbekistan (21 days): caravans, canyons and Caspian crossings
From Istanbul to Tashkent, a 21-day, flight-free adventure awaits, where ancient cities, wild landscapes and secret treasures come together. Sip Turkish coffee at Pera Palace, swirl pigments in a marble studio, then float along the Bosphorus past minarets and waterfront palaces. Swap the city lights for rugged mountain peaks aboard the Doğu Express and toast life with Georgian wines in sun-drenched Kakheti. In Baku, admire the fire hills and mud volcanoes and then cross the Caspian Sea like a modern explorer. Explore the otherworldly Bozjira Gorges of Kazakhstan, cross the Kyzylkum Desert and discover the jewels of Uzbekistan’s Silk Road: the thousand minarets of Khiva, the timeless caravanserais of Bukhara and the bustling bazaars of Tashkent.
Departing on March 24, 2027, the 21-day flight-free trip costs £9,950 pp (two parts), including the services of an experienced tour guide, all accommodation, mixed boarding, first-class rail travel for day trips and private sleeper compartments for overnight stays, private cabin crossing from Azerbaijan to Kazakhstan and transfers by private car or minibus. Single room supplement € 1,950.
Istanbul to Shanghai (32 days): nomadic trails and city lights
Travel from Istanbul to Central Asia on a slow-paced travel adventure packed with culture, landscapes and discovery. Start with Ebru marble workshops and evening walks through historic Istanbul before floating along the Bosphorus and sampling street delicacies at the Istanbul Spice Market. Board the Doğu Express through Turkey’s dramatic eastern mountains, then cross into Georgia to wander the cobbled streets, sample artisanal cheeses, and explore the rainbow-colored David Gareja Monastery. In Azerbaijan, walk among the ancient petroglyphs of Gobustan and witness the fiery hills at Yanar Dag, before sailing across the Caspian Sea on a cargo ferry. Kazakhstan’s otherworldly Bozjira National Park, the desert oases of Uzbekistan and the thousand minarets of Khiva reveal the hidden gems of Central Asia, while trains, local markets and roadside encounters create an immersive journey far from the beaten track.
Departing on March 24, 2027, the 32-day flight-free trip costs £18,900 pp (two parts), including the services of an experienced tour guide, all accommodation, mixed boarding, first-class rail travel for day trips and private sleeper compartments for overnight stays, private cabin crossing from Azerbaijan to Kazakhstan and transfers by private car or minibus. Single room supplement € 2,990.
From Vancouver to New York (22 days): views of the Pacific Ocean to the Hudson Horizon
From the high peaks of the Vancouver Coast Mountains to the urban heart of New York, this 22-day journey combines scenic travel, luxurious stays and unforgettable experiences. Glide over Vancouver and Howe Sound by seaplane, enjoy farm-to-table and Michelin-starred dining, visit the Boeing factory in Seattle, then board iconic Amtrak routes through the Pacific Northwest, Glacier National Park, and Yellowstone. Explore the geothermal wonders of the American West and the dramatic Badlands, before heading into vibrant cities like Chicago and New York, where private art tours and world-class cuisine await. With private sleeper compartments, expert guides and carefully curated stops, this is a true slow-travel adventure.
Departing on May 24, 2027, the 22-day flight-free trip costs £24,700 pp (two parts), including the services of an experienced tour guide, all accommodation, mixed board, first-class rail travel for day trips and private sleeper compartments for overnight trips, and transfers by private car or minibus. Single room supplement €3,290
San Francisco to London (20 days): iconic cities, mountains and a sea voyage
From the Golden Gate and the rolling vineyards of Napa Valley to the highlands of Colorado and the Atlantic crossing to England, this 20-day journey combines scenic railways, luxury hotels and unforgettable experiences. Explore San Francisco at your own pace, enjoy private wine tastings in Napa Valley, and board the legendary California Zephyr through the Sierra Nevada and Rockies. Discover Denver’s culinary scene, the dramatic landscapes of Estes Park, and the art and Michelin-starred restaurants of Chicago, before traveling to New York as the Hudson River Valley unfolds outside your window. Finally, board Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 for a luxurious transatlantic journey to Southampton, with fine dining, spa pampering and enrichment programs making this an extraordinary, flight-free journey through North America and the Atlantic Ocean.
The 20-day flight-free trip, which departs on June 2, 2027, costs £16,950 pp (two parts), including the services of an experienced tour guide, all accommodation including hotel stays and a transatlantic crossing aboard Cunard’s Queen Mary 2, on a mixed board basis, first-class rail travel for daytime travel and private sleeper compartments for overnight travel, and transfers by private car or minibus. Single room supplement £7,600.
For more information, contact Adventures By Train on 0191 389 6495. (www.adventuresbytrain.com).
