Train & Rail Tours & Trips in Asia

What our customers ask about Train & Rail Tours & Trips in Asia

• What are the most scenic train routes in Asia?

  Asia's rail network offers views that range from Japan's countryside with Mount Fuji as a backdrop to Vietnam's coastal vistas along the reunification express between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. India's Gatimaan Express passes historic monuments while cutting through rural landscapes. The routes connect major cultural sites with time for exploration at stations like Tokyo's Shinjuku and Vietnam's Ga Hue. A TourRadar traveler notes: "The train was very fast and comfortable offering incredible views of Mount Fuji and the Japanese Alps. Using the world-famous Shinkansen was a highlight of our trip."

• How comfortable are the overnight train accommodations in Asia?

  Comfort levels on Asian overnight trains vary from basic to luxurious. The Golden Eagle train through Central Asia provides private cabins with attached bathrooms and high-end amenities. In contrast Vietnam's reunification express offers shared sleeper compartments for 4-6 passengers. Between train segments travelers can stay at upscale properties like the Rixos Hotel in Almaty or Alexander Hotel in Yerevan. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The sleeper trains in Vietnam were an authentic experience though consider upgrading to first class for more comfort."

• What types of accommodation can I expect on overnight train journeys in Asia?

  Train accommodations in Asia typically feature sleeper berths in shared cabins that hold 2-4 passengers such as on the New Delhi to Agra route. Hotels like Shanghai's Hotel Sunrise On The Bund serve as comfortable bases between rail segments. A TourRadar traveler notes: "The overnight train from Hanoi had comfortable sleeper cabins and we stayed at traditional hotels like EN HOTEL Hiroshima between segments." Tour packages blend train travel with hotel stays ensuring proper rest throughout the journey.

• What is included in standard Asia train tour packages?

  Standard packages cover train tickets with assigned seats hotel stays at properties like EN HOTEL Hiroshima guided city tours station transfers and select meals. The 14-day Rajasthan train tour includes overnight rail travel local guides rooms at hotels like Traditional Heritage Haveli in Jaipur and daily breakfast. A TourRadar traveler shares: "Everything was perfectly organised. Driver helped us board trains guides met us at stations and hotels were well-located near attractions." Extra perks often include entrance fees to attractions and local experiences.

• What are the dining options available on train journeys in Asia?

  Food service ranges from simple seat-side meals to full dining cars on select routes. India's Gatimaan Express includes breakfast and dinner while Japan's bullet trains offer bento boxes for purchase. A TourRadar traveler notes about the Delhi-Agra route: "Breakfast and dinner were served on board the Gatimaan Express with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options." Tours often include meals at local restaurants during stops providing a taste of regional specialties.

• What are the must-visit stops along popular Asian train routes?

  Essential stops include World Heritage sites such as Kyoto's temples and the Taj Mahal in Agra. Vietnam's route highlights include the imperial architecture of Hue and Hoi An's preserved old town. A TourRadar traveler describes: "The train routes connected amazing places - from Tokyo's modern energy to Kyoto's historic temples and Osaka's incredible food scene." Each stop balances famous sites with authentic local experiences.