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Around the World - Best Train Journeys

here are my five favorite train journeys - you should try one of them - a wonderful way to travel no matter your age

I grew up in Europe and we never took plane ride if we could help it. Today, the savvy traveler goes by rail. With London to Paris in 2 hours 10 minutes by train when we couldn't be thru Heathrow Airport in that time. Rail Europe does such a fantastic job of being on time, wonderful food, and comfortable train. It is sheer comfort with Euro currency now, years ago we had to stop at every border and show your passport and consequently got little sleep.,

My husband loves train journeys and we have been over all the world Asia, Europe, South America and Japan all very different cultures, food, history, and each a journey of a lifetime. Wherever you choose to travel by train, we can provide you with exclusive savings to elevate your journey and allow us to truly immense yourself in the world's inviting journeys no matter what age you are. You definitely save money by booking with experts who have been there, done that.

I have five favorites which are a Taste of British Classics, visiting three wonderful cities, London, York and Edinburgh in eight days to see the highlights and take offer No. 1303056 which gives you $100 savings per couple. You get hotel accommodations, daily breakfast, London Oyster Card, London Trip Builder City Guide, historic pubs of London, Docklands Walking Tour, private Borough Market Food Tour, Cheese and Tea Pairing Workshop, Pickering's Gin Distillery Tour, and tasting seafood and Scotch full day tour with first class rail between each city. I can also give you a list of shopping and restaurants which I use all the time.

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The Grand Tour of Switzerland is wonderful. Spectacular scenery, chocolate galore and delectable food. Visit Zurich, Interlaken, Montreux, Zermatt, St,Moritz, Lugano and Lucerne. I've done this train journey in all four seasons many times,. You use the Swiss Pass, see the Alps, and ride the Glacier Express. 10 nights of bliss, Offer No. 1303054 with $100 savings per couple. There is absolutely no comparison to going on the Golden Pass Glacier Express, the Bernina Express, and the Gotthard route.

The Grand Panda Adventure is a lovely trip. Embrace China's wildlife, complex history and fascinating culture. Start your journey in Chengdu, where you get up close and personal with the giant Panda. Learn about the Terracotta Warriors, see the Great Wall, and visit the futuristic city of Shanghai. 11 nights with a $100 savings per couple. Offer No. 13033057.

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Japan Discovery is a trip to Tokyo, culture Kyoto and iconic Mt. Fuji. Visit vibrant Hiroshima, and take a trip high into the Japanese alps to visit the quaint village of Takayama and the refined Kanazawa. Experience the bullet train and stay in traditional inns where you can wear a traditional yakata and talk with the owner. 13 days of wonder, Offer No. 1303055 with $100 savings per couple.

South America has a train of wonders. Go through the Andes winding your way through awe inspiring landscapes and interacting with local cultures. Pass thru the closest point on earth to the sun, zig zag down the adrenaline inducing Devils Nose and experience colorful indigenous markets. 4 nights with $100 savings per couple, offer no,. 1303058. I would add this trip to another journey.

The Peruvian Highlands take you to historic Cusco across the majestic Altiplano to Puno, the Folkloric Capital of Peru, then on to Arequipa, known for its colonial buildings and volcano views. Experience the ancient culture and stunning natural beauty of Machu Picchu. 7 nights, offer 1303103 with $100 savings per couple. You get the hotel and Belmond Andean Explorer train accommodations, all meals and drinks aboard the Andean Explorer, private Machu Picchu tour, visit to Raqchi archaeological site, Taquile and Uros Islands tour with traditional dance and artisan demonstration, Sumbay Caves tour.

I could take each of these journeys with no hesitation at all. Go on our web site www.allhorizonstvl.com and pick any one of them to enjoy

Maureen Jones

All Horizons Travel/Frosch

825 Santa Cruz Avenue

Menlo Park, CA 94025

650-961-2340 Direct

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