Europe is, for many reasons, a unique continent. There are many countries that make up the European continent, which is steeped in colourful history. There are many train routes that attract tourists who wish to experience the country by rail.
Here are some of the countries that you can enjoy while on a luxury train holiday.
Austria
Stunning scenery awaits you when you book a berth on the Grand Alpine Express, which sets off from Vienna and stops at Lake Achen, which is a stunning place that everyone should see! This is one of the most scenic luxury train travel Europe has and you will spend time in Salzburg, which happens to be the birthplace of Mozart and the centre of European culture through the centuries. Take a guided tour of the city and don’t forget to enjoy Innsbruck and the stunning Alpine scenery.
Switzerland
Next to Austria sits Switzerland, where luxury meets Alpine beauty. When you book a luxury cabin on the Grand Alpine Express, travelling doesn’t get any better than this! Spend time in Basel, located on the Rhine River, where you can view stunning architecture with museums and art galleries that host many European art treasures. Berne is the de-facto capital of Switzerland with a population of 130,000, where you can explore ancient cobble streets with shops and cellar inns.
Spain
What better way to experience the wonders of Spain than from the window of a luxury train carriage, where you enjoy fine European wines and a 5-star menu created by the best chefs. Start at Santiago and visit Leon, Avila, Toledo and finish your journey in Seville, a city that is steeped in history.
Romania
This country was ruled by a dictator until the late 1980s when the dictator was toppled and executed by firing squad. Today, this stunning country is a democratic nation and the scenery is amazing, while the culture is unique to this region of Europe. Visit Brasov, which is a city full of Gothic spires, an amazing sight at night; this was the birthplace of the terrifying Vlad the Impaler. Sibiu is the cultural centre of Romania and well worth a visit, with a few Transylvanian castles.
Slovenia
The beautiful central European country of Slovenia is a stunning part of Europe and as you pass the majestic Julian Alps, you come to Lake Bled, which is surrounded by huge castles and quaint Inns. Tour the lake in a luxury vessel, and take in the breath-taking vistas, this body of water can be incredibly calm in the early morning mist and the local people fish the lake for diverse fish species. Ljubljana is a unique city that has a pedestrian centre and is one of the greenest cities in Europe. Browse the markets looking for souvenirs, and enjoy local cuisine from pavement cafes.
If you would like to learn more about luxury train holidays in Europe, start with a Google search to locate an established luxury train tour operator, then browse their amazing tours and prepare for the holiday of a lifetime.
