Surely everyone likes to get out and see the great outdoors on foot, but trains are also a great way to see the world. Here, GORP's Guide to exploring the world
by rail.

North America

Fast Track to the Best
Discover great adventures around the US that are just a train ride away.

Around The World

Top 10 Train Rides
GORP Editors picks the best rails the world has to offer — from the Sierra Madre Express to South Africa's Blue Train.

Travel Expert Rob Sangster Picks His Favorites
Five of the world's best rides — from Marrakech to Santiago.

Explore The Outdoors With GORPtravel Roam Canada - Hike, bike, and paddle your way through Canada's virgin wilderness. Hike Western Europe - Explore the land of stunning landscapes, rich wine and fine food. food. Trek Through Asia - Let GORP guide the way from the Bhutan back country to the shores of Japan.

European Adventures

Six European Train Tales
Train travel in Europe can mean getting kicked off or finding romance with each new line.

The Romance of European Rails
Traveling by train through Europe can be both relaxing and rewarding experience — if you do it right.

Eurailing: A Great American Tradition
The development of the Eurail pass has coincided with a stunning growth in train travel in Europe — get on board!

Railing in Asia

Last Train to Darjeeling
GORP takes the fast track through Asia's towering eastern Himalayas.

Crossing Thailand by Train
An engrossing rail ride across Thailand to Bankok.

Skills

	What's your favorite train ride?

Train Travel 101 with Rob Sangster
GORP's travel expert shows you the the nuts and bolts of train travel.

Lore

Phantoms of the Rails
Ghosts, spooks and demons on the old
Colorado railroads.

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