7. El Chepe, Mexico
Span: Chihuahua to Los Mochis
Venturing into the gorgeous landscapes of Sierra Tarahumara, El Chepe is one of the most beautiful rides in the world. The 15-hour train journey is well adorned with plenty of nature’s awesomeness. El Fuerte and Divisadero stations make the best stretch of the ride where you can stop by and cherish the nature more; up, close, and personal!
8. The Ghan, Australia
Span: Darwin to Adelaide
Taking you through the best of South Australia is The Ghan – the passenger train service from Adelaide to Darwin. It also happens to be the Australia’s longest passenger train covering a total distance of 2,979 km in almost 4 days. There are a few off train excursions to make your journey more engrossing, which includes a tour of Katherine, Alice Springs, and Coober Pedy. It’s a train journey that will move you beyond your imagination.
9. TranzAlpine, New Zealand
Span: East Coast to West Coast, South Island
Operating between Christchurch, Arthurs Pass and Greymouth on the Southern Island, the TranzAlpine is one of the most promising train rides ever. Right from the Canterbury Plains to the Southern Alps, the river valleys of Waimakariri River to Arthurs Pass and lastly to the iconic Franz Josef and Fox Glacier, this ride covers the best of South Island. The train journey would transport you into a world of exceptional views that has alpine villages, rain forests, gorges, and tunnels. What more could a nomad possibly ask for?
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