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Great Southern

Brisbane to adelaide.

Australians know their unique summer deserves to be celebrated – and that’s just what a Great Southern journey is all about. Departing Brisbane, you’ll travel south into the rolling hills of New South Wales before indulging in an incredible beachside dining experience in Coffs Harbour. Meander through the historic vineyards of the Hunter Valley or explore beautiful Port Stephens by land or sea, before heading towards regional Victoria and Melbourne. Enjoy a mixture of relaxing time on train and immersive Off Train Experiences, as you journey toward your final destination of Adelaide.

Adelaide to Brisbane

Leaving Adelaide behind, you can relax, unwind and enjoy world-class service as the stunning landscapes glide by. On your three day journey, enjoy a mixture of time on train and the opportunity to immerse yourself in Off Train Experiences as you journey towards Brisbane. Lap up the spectacular scenery passing by your window, beginning in the magical Adelaide Hills and onto the ancient Grampians region in Victoria. Delve into the art, history and culinary culture of Canberra, and discover the nation’s capital. Feel the sand between your toes in the picturesque coastal town of Coffs Harbour. Then enjoy stunning views of northern New South Wales as you roll into the final destination of Brisbane.

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An inspiring, captivating and spiritual land, Australia’s outback will linger in your memory forever.

Afghan cameleers first explored the Red Centre in the 1830s – intrepid adventurers who established transport and trade routes across the desert.

These days our trains provide a much more comfortable experience than riding on the back of a camel, journeying from Adelaide to Darwin and across the country onboard the Indian Pacific.

THE TERRITORY COMPLETE

If your dream is to see the best of the Australian outback and immerse yourself in the heart of it with hands-on experiences, this is your ultimate holiday. It doesn’t come any better than travelling on The Ghan, exploring Uluru and Kata Tjuta, cruising Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge and touring Kakadu, all in one sensational journey through the nation’s heartland.

DISCOVER DARWIN

Experience Darwin at its best. See the thundering waterfalls in Litchfield National Park and make your way around this tropical city aboard the Big Bus Hop On, Hop Off tour. Join The Ghan Expedition in Darwin to complete your holiday experience visiting the wonders of Katherine, Alice Springs and Coober Pedy on your way to Adelaide.

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A Journey to the Gulag

(documentary film and virtual reality).

Mosquitos, freezing cold, mysterious taiga. Inhospitable places where thousands of prisoners have suffered. To document abandoned Gulags in Siberia, you have to walk miles in their shoes. This film follows the Gulag.cz team and their third expedition to the remains of an abandoned railway and Gulags in Northern Siberia , where data for virtual museum and virtual reality experience were gathered.

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„An important film that takes you right into the heart of the Gulag country. As a group of friends sets out on a journey to document an abandoned camp, they encounter the material traces of one of the greatest crimes of the 20th century. Set against the awe-inspiring nature of Siberian taiga and the Yenisei river, their emotional journey helps visualize the experience of millions of people who went through Stalin’s Gulag.“

Izabella Tabarovsky, Wilson Center

„An exciting story about the adventures of a Czech expedition to the Gulag country. A story that is also uncomfortable and sad. It is remarkable that it took a Czech expedition to bring us back the memory of the terrible episodes of the Russian past.“

Sergey Parkhomenko, journalist, Echo of Moscow

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11 Epic Train Journeys Across Russia

There’s no question about it: the Trans-Siberian is one of the world’s greatest train adventures. That’s not to say, however, that it’s the only epic journey in Russia. Often overlooked, this vast nation has many other immense train trips that will take you through breathtaking scenery for days. Here are some of them.

Moscow to tallinn.

The Moscow- Tallinn train is an easy way to get in or out of Russia, and a fairly easy 15 hour journey. Once out of Moscow, the train passes through birch tree forests and rolling fields, until it pulls into the most northern Baltic state. Tallinn’s cobble stone squares and turreted building tops are delightful, and are almost fairy tale-like in comparison to Moscow’s hulking sprawl.

St Petersburg to Murmansk

Settle in for a day and a night’s journey up to the largest city north of the Arctic Circle, and enjoy the sparseness of the scenery the closer you get to the North Pole. The train trip takes you up alongside Finland through the Republic of Karelia, a particularly lush region abound with vast lakes. Once you arrive in Murmansk, head further up the Kola Peninsula for more wild beauty or to explore the bustling port town.

St Petersburg to Helsinki

It is easy to forget how close St Petersburg and Helsinki actually are. In fact St Petersburg is only around two hours away from the Finnish border. Russia’s most European city and the Finnish capital are so close that both nation’s governments have invested in a frequent, high speed train route, that will shunt you between the two cities in around four hours. The trip will take you up through the picturesque Republic of Karelia in to Scandinavia, around the Gulf of Finland and across to Helsinki.

Moscow to Sochi

In 2013 Russia unveiled a double-decker train that commutes between Moscow and Sochi , built to transport spectators to the Sochi Winter Olympics. While little bit faster and a slightly more expensive than the standard train, it caused controversy when launched due to its resemblance to trains used during World War II. So if it is not your thing, the ordinary train works just fine, and will get you to the fresh air and warm waters of the Black Sea almost as fast. It will also take you through some stunning mountainous country in the Caucasus mountains.

Moscow to Astana

Other routes into Asia from Europe are often overshadowed by the Trans-Siberian and the Trans-Mongolian. However, travelling on one of the Silk Road routes will get you into China via a central Asian Republic of your choosing – plus you get to travel the well-worn ancient merchant path. The train from Moscow into Astana, Kazahkstan, will take you deep into the Volga Region, through the centuries old Southern Urals, and over into central Siberia , before heading south into Kazahkstan. This trip is definitely an adventure that will take you through some of Russia’s most remote landscapes.

Moscow to Kazan

If you get the right train this leg should only take about 11 hours, although it can take longer if you go for the cheaper, slower option that ambles across Western Russia and into Tatar heartland. The train rattles alongside lakes and rivers, through the historic, medieval town of Murom and into ancient land once ruled by the Golden Horde, the largest Mongol-Turkic Khanate, before dropping you off at a truly modern city that is steeped in history.

Moscow to Vilnius

A Belarusian visa is necessary for this trip as the train stops at Minsk – even if you don’t get off the train, passengers will require a transit visa. Perhaps the most difficult part of this trip is actually getting the visa, as sometimes the bureaucracy can be hard to negotiate. Persevere though, and once you hop on, settle in and enjoy Eastern European countryside, which just gets greener the closer you get to Vilnius. Continue on into Kaliningrad , Russia’s windswept forested enclave for more lush woodlands.

Moscow to Bishkek

Another one of the Silk Road routes, this train ride will take you through to Bishkek, in Kyrgyzstan, and on to Beijing if you want. This adventure takes you into the Volga Region, and through to Samara, which sits on banks of the mighty river, near the majestic Zhiguli mountains, which were once a labyrinth of medieval pirate dens. Cross into the mountainous north of Kazakhstan and into the country’s populous south, where you can admire Islamic architecture in the towns and cities as you pass by. Arrive in Bishkek, a surprisingly green city that’s home to cultural events and post-Soviet relics.

Moscow to Tashkent

The last option of the Silk Road routes journeys through the Republic of Uzbekistan to Tashkent . The most bustling out of the Central Asian cities, it still manages to retain some sleepy village charm. It is filled with Soviet and Islamic architecture, as well as sprawling bazaars. Not too different from the Moscow to Bishkek route, the train will take you through wide open plains, alongside mountains, and into the the heart of central Asia.

Moscow to St Petersburg

If you’re a city slicker and don’t have a week to spend on the train, the trip between Russia’s first and second cities is efficient and speedy. In less than four hours, find yourself transported between two magnificent cities each drenched in arts, culture and history, making them both absolute treasures to explore. And while there are high speed trains that connect Moscow and St Petersburg, you might want to opt for a slower one, as their interiors can still be charmingly retro.

Moscow to Beijing

By the time you reach Beijing, you will have travelled over 7,500 kilometres (4,660 miles) in seven days, and travelled across three countries. The first leg of the Trans-Mongolian is the same as the Trans-Siberian, taking you across the Urals, past remote towns and villages. When the train gets to Ulan-Ude, it takes a turn south and trails the Selenge River towards Naushki, on the Russian-Mongolian border. Once in Mongolia, birch trees and mountains make way for arid grassy steppes as you inch closer to Ulaanbaatar – watch out for nomadic herders and yurts as you pass through the Gobi Desert .

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Great Rail Journeys strengthen both US and UK leadership teams

The Great Rail Journeys group has announced promotions within its US and UK leadership teams, in a move to further company-wide support development and growth. 

The international travel business has announced that Liz Owens has been promoted to SVP, General Manager of Vacations By Rail, the US division of Great Rail Journeys. Since her appointment in 2022, Liz has been behind the brand’s impressive double-digit growth and with continued focus on strategic initiatives Liz will now oversee the US Sales and Service teams, bringing commercial attention to the brand’s primary customer touchpoints.

Missy Paul has been promoted to Director of Independent Operations of Vacations By Rail, bringing a big focus to the Independent programme. Missy has a great deal of experience, having worked in travel for 16 years and will use her expertise to grow the independent programme over the next few years.

Sarah McMullen has stepped up from Head of People to Director of People of GRJ, stating “I’m delighted to be recognised for my contribution and I’m excited to continue leading the people agenda for GRJ and Vacations By Rail.” As the business is driving growth of  30%,  Sarah is leading the development and talent management of a growing team across two continents. She will help deliver the people change programme that will secure the ambitious plans over the coming years.

Dave Riley (GRJ Group CEO) commented: “I am really pleased to see the continued development of our teammates who are driving the business forward at a rapid pace. It is fantastic that we are able to retain and develop both our long serving teammates (Missy) as well as some newer team members, Liz and Sarah. I have no doubt they will continue to grow and develop both the business teams and themselves as we navigate the next phase of our great journey.”

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