Here Are The Most Scenic Train Rides In The World

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If you’re due for some train travel, these incredible international trains will take you on the rides of your life. With scenic views for days as you move from town to town, you won’t regret taking the longer trip as opposed to a flight. In fact, these train rides are so breathtaking, you’ll want to jump on a plane just to catch one of these trains. We certainly don’t blame you.

1. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad — California, United States

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2. West Highland Line — Fort William, United Kingdom

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3. Bernina Express — Pontresina, Switzerland

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4. Rocky Mountaineer — Vancouver, Canada

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5. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway — Darjeeling, India

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6. Road to the Isles — Fort William, United Kingdom

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7. Hiram Bingham Orient-Express — Macchu Pichu, Peru

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8. TranzAlpine — Christchurch, New Zealand

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9. Talyllyn Railway — Talylynn, Wales

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10. The Royal Scotsman — Edinburgh, Scotland

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11. Denali Star — Anchorage, Alaska

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