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Rail Tours Scandinavia & Russia

Guidepost Rail Journeys through the most scenic parts of Scandinavia, Russia and the Baltics are taken by day and night. What you see from your seat is as much a part of your holiday as arriving at the destination. 

Rail Tours through Scandinavia and Russia

TRANS SIBERIAN ODYSSEY - cultural rail journeys

The classic rail journey from Moscow to Beijing through Mongolia, from the heart of Russia to the Far East. Our journey breaks in several places to appreciate the contrasting landscapes and cultures. Meet amazing people en route from Muscovites to Mongols. Visit iconic sites on this excorted budget tour. This 20 day trip is priced from $4695 - departures June July & September. Talk to the rail experts at Guidepost Tours with your preferred dates. (Gpt-ExpWW)

THE GOLDEN EAGLE - TRANS SIBERIAN RAILWAY

 The Golden Eagle Trans Siberian Express is a luxury private train offering guests all the facilities of a world class rail journey whilst traversing the whole expanse of Russia from Europe to the Orient. Contact Guidepost Rail Tours for special prices and itineraries. (Gpt-Rl+)

CAUCASIAN EXPLORER - November 2012 - Golden Eagle

 Travel on the luxury Golden Eagle Express from the Black Sea to the Caspian Sea and right through to Moscow. Journeys operate in both directions. Yerevan - Lake Sevan - Tbilisi - Kutaisi - Borjomi - Gori Uplistsikhe - Telavi - Mtskheta - Baku - Pyatigorsk - Kislovodsk - Tagenrog - Tanais - Azov - Rostov - Starocherkassk - Moscow (15 days). Contact Guidepost Rail Tours for availability and pricing on the Crimean Express. (GW)

TRANS SIBERIAN - LUXURY GOLDEN EAGLE EXPRESS - VLADIVOSTOK TO MOSCOW & V.V.

Our Trans-Siberian Express tours take a leisurely two weeks for the journey from Vladivostok to Moscow, making sure you get plenty of time to take in and enjoy this Voyage of a Lifetime. As a highlight, our train will branch off the Trans-Siberian main line to take a trip into Mongolia for a visit to the capital, Ulaan Baatar. Contact Guidepost Rail Tours for pricing and availability.   (GWTravel)

RUSSIA'S TWO CAPITALS RAIL TOUR

A comprehensive journey covering Russia's two great cities - Moscow and St Petersburg - where you can immerse yourself in the history and culture of this fascinating country. Contact Guidepost Rail Tours. (GptBntrs)

MOLDOVA CRIMEA & KIEV - cultural rail journeys

 Discover historic cities of the Ukraine: Lviv, Odessa & Kiev.  Spend time in little-visited but fascinating Moldova. Enjoy the famous Black Sea coastline of the Crimea. Prices start from $2308 with tours in March, April, September and October. Contact Guidepost Rail Tours for more details and reservations.  (Gpt-ExpWW)

CASPIAN ODYSSEY - Yeravin to Almaty on the Golden Eagle

 Travel on the Golden Eagle luxury private train through Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan to Western China. Yeravin - Mtskheta - Gori - Baku - Turkmenbashi - Darvasa - Urgench - Bukhara - Samarkand - Tashkent - Almaty. Journeys operate in both directions. Contact Guidepost Rail Tours for prices and availability. (GW) 

RUSSIAN MUSICAL ODYSSEY on the GOLDEN EAGLE EXPRESS

 In association with the Mariinsky Theatre Trust, this brand new tour on board the Golden Eagle luxury train is a must for theatre goers. It will include tickets for performances at world famous venues including St Petersburg's Mariinsky Theatre and Moscow's Bolshoi Theatre. We have several dates to choose from so contact Guidepost Rail Tours for pricing and availability. (GW)

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THE SILK ROAD - September 2012 - Golden Eagle & Shangri-La Express Trains

 Our journey will take in some of the most magnificent yet little-visited sights from the ancient world. Eastbound trips start in Russia’s capital Moscow where we have plenty of time to explore. We travel on to Volgograd – better known as Stalingrad – where the Soviets turned the course of the Second World War, before heading to far remoter places that owe their importance to a time much further back in history. Travel the Silk Road Moscow - Volgograd - Kara Kum - Khiva - Ashgabat - Merv - Bukhara - Samarkand - Tashkent - Almaty - Urumchi - Turpan - Dunhuang - Jiayuguan - Xian - Beijing (21 days) . Contact Guidepost Rail Tours in Australia for pricing and availability.  (GWTravel)

ARCTIC CIRCLE GOLDEN EAGLE RAIL CRUISE

 An incredible 7,000km journey during the Russian "White Nights" travelling from Moscow to Imperial St Petersburg and onto Murmansk, inside the Arctic Circle. Followers of rail travel will delight to the sight and sound of steam engines and the re-creation of a bygone era of rail travel on some sections combined with modern-day onboard facilities and comfortable accommodation on this unique rail voyage. (GW)

Contact Guidepost Rail Tours is agent for GW Travel in Australia and New Zealand. Contact our office for more details and travel arrangements.

SWEDEN'S SOUL OF LAPLAND & KINGDOM OF CRYSTAL RAIL TOURS

  Take a wonderful scenic rail journey through Sweden. Experience the charms of Lapland, get acquainted with the Sami Culture and delight in the summer nights of the far north. Contact Guidepost Rail Tours (Gpt-Bntrs)

RUSSIA & LAPLAND RAIL & TOUR CRUISE - 21 days

 This 21 day expedition explores the highlights of Russia and Lapland. Admire Russia's magnificent architecture, discover Lapland's Sami culture and enjoy a cruise down the fjordland coast of Norway. This tour starts in Moscow and finishes in Copenhagen and includes rail journeys through Russia and Finland. Guidepost Rail Tours. (GptBntrs)

ULTIMATE SCANDINAVIA & RUSSIA - 25 days

 Experience the best of Scandinavia, Finland and Russia on this exhilarating journey by rail and boat. Starting out in cosmopolitan Copenhagen, you will discover the Nordic countries' stunning capitals and fjords before enjoying a river cruise between Russia's two great cities - St Petersburg and Moscow. Contact Guidepost Discovery Tours for reservations. (Gpt-Bntrs)

COMPLETE NORWAY CRUISE & RAIL TOUR

World Heritage listed majestic scenery, cross the Arctic Circle, meander through historic towns and churches dating back to medieval times. A 10 night coastal voyage through magnificent fjords and island archipeligo's plus 5 rail journeys. Contact Guidepost Rail Tours. Departure Dates: Daily through 2012 - 16 days.  (Gpt-Bntrs)

NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL

One of the most popular short tours you can make that provides the opportunity to see Norways fjords, glaciers, forests and waterfalls from the comfort of your rail carriage between Oslo and Bergen, one of the world's most spectacular train journeys. Contact Guidepost Rail Tours. Departure Dates: Daily during 2012 - 2 and 3 day options.  (Gpt-Bntrs)

NORWAY KING OF FJORDS RAIL TOUR

Grand glaciers, thundering waterfalls, lush valleys and breathtaking fjords are all yours as you travel on the famous Flam Railway and cruise by express boat through the 200km long Sognefjord. Contact Guidepost Rail Tours on 1300 733323. Tours Dates: Daily from May to Sept 2012 - 3 & 5 day packages.  (Bntrs)

NORWEGIAN FJORDS RAIL TOUR

Combining land and rail journeys with a 7 day coastal cruise, this extraordinary takes in the best of Norway's scenic fjord region. Highlights include a jaw dropping trip on the Flam Railway and a visit to the awe-inspiring Geirangerfjord. Contact Guidepost Tours. (Gpt-Bntrs)

KING OF FJORDS RAIL TOUR

 3 to 5 day options.  See the most awe-inspiring scenery in all of fjordland Norway. Travellers come from far and wide to explore the country's longest and deepest fjord - Sognefjord, the "king of fjords". Contact Guidepost Discovery Tours for more details.  (Gpt-Bntrs)

FJORDANE TRIANGLE TRAIN TOUR

A combination tour that allows you to take in the majestic Norwegian fjordland and visit quaint country villages. Travel the Dovre Railway from Oslo. Explore the coast and Golden Route by ship, train and plane on a tour that provides amazing scenery from every angle. Contact GUIDEPOST RAIL TOURS for information and reservations. Departure Dates: Daily from Sunday to Thursday during May to September 2012 - 6 & 7 day packages   (Bntrs)

NORWEGIAN SOUTHERN RAIL TOUR

Travel across rolling landscapes, narrow sounds and fjords on your journey to Bergen. This tour by rail and ferry captures the heart and soul of Norway. From Oslo, travel south through forested mountains, along rivers and lakes to Kristiansand. Your train continues westward through valleys and across moors, tunnelling through hills and skirting fjords. Contact GUIDEPOST RAIL TOURS for information and reservations. Departure Dates: Daily all year in 2012. (GptBntrs)

NORWEGIAN FJORD COMPLETE RAIL TOUR

Journey by rail through majestic mountains and never ending fjords in a complete tour of spectacular Norway. Travel the famous Dovre Railway and from Voss on the scenic Bergen Railway which takes you through 200 tunnels, scenic mountains and valleys en route to Oslo. Contact GUIDEPOST RAIL TOURS information and reservations. Departure Dates: Daily Sunday to Thursday from May to September during 2012- 9 days.  (GptBntrs)


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