Here you can find out about train trips around the world. There’s nothing like winding your way across beautiful countryside pulled by a steam train
The noises, smells, and views are all unique and evoke a bygone age when time moved more slowly and timetables were more approximate (well, thats still true in some parts!)
A steam train trip is great fun for a day out in your own country or as a great way to see parts of another country on holiday. Some tour operators have train trips as part of a package, or you can find an rail excursion to complement your own holiday plans.
Please browse the sections of this site and check out the train excursions, and start your train trip adventure.
Steam train ride in Canberra, Australia
An unusual team train trip along the through the steeply-graded Tuggeranong hills and picturesque Melrose Valley, departing from Canberra Railway Station This trip is almost 70km return and includes a stop for a picnic at Royalla. It takes about four hours and travels along the very beautiful Michelago tourist railway whisch is part of the [...]
Steam train trip in Connecticut
The Essex steam train combines year round steam train trip though the georgous countryside of New England . They have two coal-fired locomotives available to pull the lovingly restored railroad cars and you will experience an authentic journey back to the days of steam. The Essex Steam Train takes you through some of the most [...]
The Overlander – Auckland to Wellington Although the word breathtaking is often overused, New Zealand truely has some senery which merits this description. And what better way to see it than from the comfort of New Zealand’s only private railway – Tranzscenic. The Overlander The Overlander is a journey through the heart of the North [...]
Train excursions in South Africa
An African train adventure! Africa’s vast expanses and variety of scenery, coupled with the luxury of travel authentic original steam trains refurbished to the highest standards and resplendant luxury, will make a journey on Rovos Rail an unforgetable experience. For many visitors to South Africa, there is no finer way to see the country than [...]
A ten day coast to coast train excursion taking in some of the most beautiful and scenic places in the world. This trip combines a variety of sleeper accommodation and hotels along the route. A fantastic experience for train enthusiasts and others wanting something a little from the usual tour packages. Discover Canada’s varied geography [...]
Steam Train Day Tours in Britain
Relive the ‘golden age of steam’ next time you’re in Britain by taking a day excursion in a restored steam train. You’ll get to visit an interesting destination, and have a fascinating fun journey getting there and back.
A great opportunity to ride on locomotives such as Green Arrow and Sir Lamiel, as they wend their way through the beautiful Yorkshire countryside from York to Scarborough.
Departing York at 11am and from Scarborough at 5.15pm, leaving you plenty of time to enjoy this quaint seaside town that has been a tourist desitnation for hundreds of years.
Both Swiftline and its managing director, Steven Howard have featured in newspapers, on radio and on television. Most notably was Steve’s appearance on the BBC 1 programme Brassed Off Britain, which led many papers to dub him the next Richard Branson!
Below you will find an archive of articles related to Steve and Swiftline obtained from papers such as The Sunday Telegraph, and Manchester Evening News.
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