Adventures By Train has announced that its flagship Around the World by Train in 100 Days itinerary (14 March – 22 June 2027) can now be experienced in a new, more flexible way, with six individual sections of the journey being sold independently.
This means travellers no longer need to sign up for the full 100-day, 14-country adventure in one go. Instead, they can choose to book a specific leg of the route – whether that’s crossing Europe by rail, travelling through Central Asia on sleeper trains, exploring China by high-speed rail, or riding the legendary California Zephyr through the United States.
The full journey still departs from London on 14 March 2027, with just 12 places available, and blends first-class rail travel, luxury hotels and sea voyages across Europe, Asia and North America. But this new sectional booking option opens the experience up to a much wider range of travellers, offering the chance to take part in one extraordinary chapter of the world tour, without needing the time commitment of the full 100 days.
London to Uzbekistan (31 days): across the Alps, the Bosphorus, and beyond
From London’s Gothic grandeur at St Pancras, this extraordinary rail odyssey sweeps east in sumptuous style. Glide by Eurostar to Paris for lunch beneath the gilded ceilings of Le Train Bleu, then race onwards to Zurich and into the Alps. Cross the Arlberg Pass to Vienna for imperial palaces, Mozart and Strauss in concert, and Michelin-starred dining at Steirereck. Sleep aboard overnight trains to Transylvania for bear-watching and Dracula’s Bran Castle, then continue through Bulgaria to Istanbul, staying at the legendary Pera Palace. Beyond the Bosphorus, ride Turkey’s Doğu Express into wild eastern mountains, cross to Georgia’s wine country, reach futuristic Baku, sail the Caspian, and finish amid Uzbekistan’s Silk Road treasures in Khiva, Bukhara and Tashkent.
Departing 14 March 2027, the 31-day flight-free journey costs £18,900 pp (two sharing), including the services of an experienced tour leader, all accommodation, mixed board basis, first class rail travel for daytime journeys and private sleeping compartments for overnight journeys, ferry crossing with private cabin accommodation 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, tracing the legendary Silk Road in unrivalled style. Glide first-class through Paris, Zurich, and Vienna, savouring 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, sip exquisite Georgian wines in Kakheti, and cross the Caspian Sea on a unique cargo ferry adventure. Discover Central Asia’s desert gems – Khiva, Bukhara, Tashkent – before entering China’s breathtaking landscapes: 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 high-speed rail into the dazzling skyline of Shanghai, celebrating the journey with three-Michelin-star dining at Taian Table.
Departing 14 March 2027, the 42-day flight-free journey costs £24,770 pp (two sharing), including the services of an experienced tour leader, all accommodation, mixed board basis, first class rail travel for daytime journeys and private sleeping compartments for overnight journeys, ferry crossing with 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 collide. Sip Turkish coffee in Pera Palace, swirl pigments in a marbling workshop, then glide along the Bosphorus past minarets and waterfront palaces. Swap city lights for rugged mountain peaks aboard the Doğu Express, and toast to life with Georgian wines in sun-soaked Kakheti. In Baku, marvel at fire hills and mud volcanoes, then cross the Caspian Sea like a modern-day explorer. Discover Kazakhstan’s otherworldly Bozjira canyons, traverse the Kyzylkum Desert, and uncover Uzbekistan’s Silk Road jewels – Khiva’s thousand minarets, Bukhara’s timeless caravanserais, and Tashkent’s bustling bazaars.
Departing 24 March 2027, the 21-day flight-free journey costs £9,950 pp (two sharing), including the services of an experienced tour leader, all accommodation, mixed board basis, first class rail travel for daytime journeys and private sleeping compartments for overnight journeys, ferry crossing with private cabin accommodation from Azerbaijan to Kazakhstan, and transfers by private car or minibus. Single room supplement £1,950.
Istanbul to Shanghai (32 days): nomadic paths and city lights
Journey from Istanbul to Central Asia on a slow-travel adventure brimming with culture, scenery, and discovery. Begin with Ebru marbling workshops and evening strolls through historic Istanbul before gliding along the Bosphorus and tasting street delights at Istanbul’s Spice Market. Board the Doğu Express through Turkey’s dramatic eastern mountains, then cross into Georgia to wander cobbled streets, sample artisan cheeses, and explore the rainbow-hued David Gareja Monastery. In Azerbaijan, hike among Gobustan’s ancient petroglyphs and witness fiery hillsides at Yanar Dag, before sailing the Caspian Sea by cargo ferry. Kazakhstan’s alien-like Bozjira National Park, Uzbekistan’s desert oases, and Khiva’s thousand minarets reveal Central Asia’s hidden gems, while trains, local markets, and roadside encounters create an immersive journey far from the beaten path.
Departing 24 March 2027, the 32-day flight-free journey costs £18,900 pp (two sharing), including the services of an experienced tour leader, all accommodation, mixed board basis, first class rail travel for daytime journeys and private sleeping compartments for overnight journeys, ferry crossing with private cabin accommodation from Azerbaijan to Kazakhstan, and transfers by private car or minibus. Single room supplement £2,990.
Vancouver to New York (22 days): Pacific views to Hudson horizons
From the soaring peaks of Vancouver’s Coast Mountains to the urban pulse of New York, this 22-day journey blends scenic travel, luxury stays, and unforgettable experiences. Glide over Vancouver and Howe Sound by seaplane, savour farm-to-table and Michelin-starred dining, visit the Boeing factory in Seattle, then board iconic Amtrak routes across the Pacific Northwest, Glacier National Park, and Yellowstone. Explore the geothermal wonders of the American West, and the dramatic Badlands, before entering 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 24 May 2027, the 22-day flight-free journey costs £24,700 pp (two sharing), including the services of an experienced tour leader, all accommodation, mixed board basis, first class rail travel for daytime journeys and private sleeping compartments for overnight journeys, 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 rolling vineyards of Napa Valley to the high plains of Colorado and the Atlantic crossing to England, this 20-day journey blends scenic rail, 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 Chicago’s art and Michelin-starred dining, before travelling to New York with the Hudson River Valley unfolding outside your window. Finally, embark on Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 for a luxurious transatlantic voyage to Southampton, with fine dining, spa indulgence, and enrichment programmes, making this an extraordinary, flight-free journey across North America and the Atlantic.
Departing 2 June 2027, the 20-day flight-free journey costs £16,950 pp (two sharing), including the services of an experienced tour leader, all accommodation including hotel stays and a transatlantic crossing aboard Cunard’s Queen Mary 2, mixed board basis, first class rail travel for daytime journeys and private sleeping compartments for overnight journeys, and transfers by private car or minibus. Single room supplement £7,600.
For further information, contact Adventures By Train on 0191 389 6495. (www.adventuresbytrain.com).
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