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Explore Europe and Beyond
Imagine unpacking just once and spending your days exploring multiple historic and breathtaking destinations. The Golden Eagle Danube Express takes you through the heart of Europe, revealing the continent’s rich tapestry of culture and scenery. Meanwhile, the Golden Eagle ventures into some of the world’s most remote and captivating destinations, areas where Exeter International holds unparalleled expertise.
Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or new to luxury train travel, the Golden Eagle and Danube Express promise an unforgettable experience filled with elegance and discovery.
Fully All – Inclusive
You don’t have to think about additional expenses – including gratuities.
Immersive Cultural Touring
Specially curated experiential excursions.
Gastronomic Excellence
Delicious dining expertly planned.
Get Social
Travel with like minded guests.
About the Golden Eagle Train
The Golden Eagle is a luxury private train offering grand adventures to some of the world’s most remote and intriguing destinations, Passengers aboard the Golden Eagle enjoy luxurious accommodations ranging from well-appointed cabins to spacious suites. The train features fine dining with a menu inspired by the regions it traverses, offering both local and international cuisine. Additionally, guests are treated to engaging lectures and performances that enrich their travel experience.
Golden Eagle Train Itineraries
Republics of the Silk Road
- Visit the magnificent mosques and bustling bazaars of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan
- Enjoy ethereally tranquil landscapes of Tajikistan and Kazakhstan
- This is one of the world’s greatest train journeys
Caspian Odyssey
- Sample delicious Georgian wine in the renowned wine-making region of Kakheti
- Private performance of Georgian Polyphonic singing in the ancient cave city, Uplistsikhe
- See the Darvaza Burning Gas Crater light up the night sky in the Kara Kum desert
Treasures of Uzbekistan
- Rooftop dinner in Bukhara watching the sunset over Kalyan Square, Bukhara
- An interactive cooking materclass in Samarkand of the Uzbek national dish, Plov
- Visit to the silk-making workshops of Margilan
Jewels of the Silk Road
- Magnificent mosques and bustling bazaars of Uzbekistan
- Incredible history and architecture of Turkmenistan
- Tranquil landscapes of Kazakhstan
Golden Eagle Train Journey Scenes
About the Golden Eagle Danube Express Train
Experience the luxury and adventure of the Golden Eagle Danube Express, a premier private train through Central and Eastern Europe. Enjoy opulent accommodations with en-suite bathrooms, gourmet meals crafted from fresh local ingredients, and breathtaking scenery.
Golden Eagle Danube Express Train Itineraries
Christmas Markets of Central Europe
- Extended visits to the Christmas Markets of Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg and Munich
- See Vienna stunning Old Town by horse-drawn carriage
- Tasting experience of the traditional Pirker gingerbread in front of the iconic St Stephen’s Cathedral, Vienna
Grand Alpine Express
- Travel over the spectacular Semmering Pass with its 16 viaducts and 15 tunnels
- Take in the breathtaking beauty of Lake Bled on a special boat experience
- Explore the ethereal Postojna Cave network of limestone caverns and monuments
Balkan Explorer
- Explore the ethereal Postojna Cave network of limestone caverns and monuments
- Visit one of the world’s best preserved Roman amphitheatres in ancient Plovdiv
- This is one of the world’s greatest train journeys
Christmas Markets of Central Europe
- Extended visits to the Christmas Markets of Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg and Munich
- See Vienna stunning Old Town by horse-drawn carriage
- Tasting experience of the traditional Pirker gingerbread in front of the iconic St Stephen’s Cathedral, Vienna
Istanbul to Paris
- Private saxophone performance in the spectacular Postojna Caves
- Experience a private classical concert featuring the illustrious Vienna Supreme Orchestra
- Enjoy a splendid Farewell Dinner on the atmospheric banks of the Bosphorus
New Year in Vienna
- Learn how to dance the Viennese Waltz at the prestigious Elmayer Dance School
- See Vienna by horse-drawn carriage on New Year’s Day
- Private classical concert at Prague’s impressive Municipal House
Paris to Istanbul
- Private saxophone performance in the spectacular Postojna Caves
- Experience a private classical concert featuring the illustrious Vienna Supreme Orchestra
- Enjoy a splendid Farewell Dinner on the atmospheric banks of the Bosphorus
Eastern Europe Disovery
- Poignant visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau, a deeply moving experience
- Wine-tasting in the majestic surroundings of Wackerbarth Castle, Elbe Valley
- Drive a VEB Trabant through the streets of East Berlin, a unique hands-on experience
Castles of Transylvania
- Explore the UNESCO-honoured medieval citadel and colourful streets of Sighisoara
- Enjoy a private dinner inside the castle walls of 14th century Bran Castle
- See a traditional Hungarian ‘Puszta’ equestrian show
Golden Eagle Danube Express Train Journey Scenes
Swiss Rail Train Itinerary
Swiss Spectacular
- Travel on the Gornergrat Rack Railway with spectacular close-up views of the Matterhorn.
- Cross one of the world’s most beautiful mountain passes on the Furka Cogwheel Steam Railway.
- Climb over 11,000 feet above sea level to the magnificent Jungfraujoch, stopping at Europe’s highest railway station.
Swiss Rain Train Journey Scenes
Reviews
The Founder's Trip to Turkey this month was amazing in every respect. From start to finish, just perfection! Greg's personally curated outstanding itinerary set the stage for the best small group trip we have ever taken. From our greeting at the Istanbul Airport to our goodbye in Bodrum, everything was seamless ---first class hotel accommodations; fabulous guide; excellent drivers/vehicles; and wonderful dining venues. Every day was filled with history, joy and new friends. We cannot wait to travel with Exeter International again! Kris & Chris
All my trips with Exeter have been amazing. I worked with Ala and Gwen for different trips and they go above and beyond to make the trip exceptional. They have access to places others don’t, they plan everything from the perfect hotel, experiences and even incredible restaurants. Even better, they communicate within so Ala was able to get with Gwen and tell her my likes and dislikes. You work with the person with the most knowledge of the area you are going and they genuinely know it inside and out. I totally trust Exeter with my travel planning. They are the best.
This trip was as close to perfection as one can get.Ala and her team created the most perfect Croatian vacation trip for me, my husband and the other couple that we were traveling with this month. I've had the good fortune to have travelled all around the world and never have I experienced such an incredible team to ensure that literally every detail, every activity, every hotel we stayed at was top-notch.If you are even considering a vacation to this incredible country, I would highly recommend speaking with Ala and her team first. I know I will be recommending Ala friends and family that want to visit Croatia and I can do it with complete peace of mind knowing I am referring them to the best!Nikki Davidson
We just returned from a fabulous trip that included Stockholm Sweden, Helsinki Finland and Amsterdam Netherlands, all arranged by Leigh Landis at Exeter International. Leigh was amazing. She put together individual excursions in each country, arranged hotels, assisted with restaurant suggestions and reservations, purchased train tickets and the tickets for the Silja Line ship to cross the Baltic Sea. Leigh gave us the phone number of an Exeter contact in each city in case of a problem but we did not have to contact them. Still, it was reassuring knowing that we had someone to contact if needed. Each of them reached out to us when we arrived to let us know they were available. The itinerary, guides and tickets were all arranged in advance by Leigh. She spent a lot of time with us before booking anything. We communicated by emails or phone. It was clear to us from our first contact with Leigh that she wanted to make sure the trip had exactly what we wanted.The guides in each city were so fantastic. They each had a wealth of experience as guides, planned the routes well and asked about our interests when we first met so they knew what we wanted to see and do. They were all spot on time! The guides made the trip a truly special experience. They helped us to understand each city, its history, special characteristics and helped us with questions about how to navigate the city and use public transportation. The guides expedited getting into busy museums or other venues because our guides had passes to jump queues. They maximized our time so that it was spent enjoying the sights and venues instead of standing in lines and figuring out how to purchase tickets. They knew where to go and when to go there. Some venues required advance tickets and Leigh took care of that. Leigh arranged our very own private saloon boat tour of the canals of Amsterdam. Leigh checked in on us along the way on our trip and sent us special notes. She arranged to have a gift sent to my hotel room in Helsinki on my birthday.Leigh arranged really great hotel rooms with the best views possible. And our stateroom on the Silja line cruise from Stockholm to Helsinki had an amazing view so we saw the sunset and sunrise over the Baltic from our room and that was stunning. With Exeter involved in making the hotel reservations we were treated like special guests at each hotel by the staff.The drivers were all outstanding. They were polite, helpful, on-time and made all our connections and excursions seamless and stress free. We actually started our trip in Gothenburg Sweden at the Volvo factory. After that Exeter took over and we proceeded on our dream trip to Stockholm, Helsinki and Amsterdam. We did no driving. We used trains and boats all arranged by Leigh at Exeter. And in each city we used drivers arranged by Exeter for excursions outside the city centers, such as when we went to the delightful town of Porvoo, Finland.When we took the train from Gothenburg to Stockholm our train was over an hour delayed and it was late evening when we arrived in Stockholm. The driver who met us in Stockholm, arranged by Exeter, had waited for us. While waiting she arranged for the hotel to have food for us upon arrival. Also when we arrived at our room at the hotel Leigh had arranged for a lovely charcuterie tray to be sent to our room. So although we arrived late and were worried about being hungry, everyone involved made sure that was taken care of without having to ask.I can't say enough positive about Leigh Landis and Exeter International. I feel we got more than our money's worth. Without Exeter we would have wasted so much time trying to figure out what could be seen each day in each city, how to get tickets, how to find a good restaurant and figure out how to make reservations etc. We did not have to worry about any of that. All the details were taken care of in advance and all we had to do was enjoy it!We will be forever grateful for Leigh and Exeter!
My wife and I completed our second trip with Gwen's team at Exeter last month. Our first trip a few years back included Vienna, Prague, Budapest. This trip was Amsterdam, Berlin and Munich. Gwen is absolutely terrific and does a fabulous job of listening to client interests and preferences ex ante and then presenting options and framing the trips. Gwen's advice on hotels and specific rooms in hotels and the Exeter private touring options was consistently spot on. And ALL the guides she uses are terrific which really makes the trip. I was very pleased with both itineraries before the trips started and like any travel experience, circumstances and weather changed during the trip. Gwen and her team were always on top of quickly making changes. They possess the unique combination of pliancy about the route taken coupled with an adamantine resolve to give the client the experience they want and get them to see the things they wish to see. The team also has access to private experiences that were amazing. A tour of a tulip farm, a visit to a closed museum and medieval library, a wine and cheese tasting with a local expert. Not only did we have two good trips, on the second trip, Gwen started with all her notes and preferences from our first trip which made things even easier. I have used many operators in my travels and my experience with Exeter and Gwen Kozlowski in particular was truly top notch.
FAQs
Is the Golden Eagle suitable for booking a group of friends and family?
Spending time on -board the Golden Eagle with loved ones is the perfect way to share the learning experience of discovering many exotic destinations in total comfort and style. Subject to the size of your group, we can arrange for private touring, just for you.
Can I arrange pre and post-private touring for my Golden Eagle Journey?
We can provide pre and post-touring in each destination. Please contact us about how you can make even more of your journey.
What is the Dress Code while traveling on the Golden Eagle?
Casual attire for touring and during the day, and if you like to change for dinner, this is fine, but not obligatory.
What can I expect from the service on the Golden Eagle?
Service on board the Golden Eagle is extremely attentive. Each carriage has two attendants that are there to cater for your every need, from morning coffee to tea in the afternoon. For your peace of mind, an on-board doctor is also available.
Can I travel on the Golden Eagle & Golden Eagle Danube Express as a single Traveler?
These journeys are perfect for the single traveler. You can be as social as you like and enjoy the company of like-minded people. All departures and itineraries have single supplement options.
What is Included when you book a Golden Eagle Train Journey?
All touring, all meals, alcoholic beverages, tea, coffee, and water are included. All gratuities are also included, allowing you to relax during your journey. Wi-fi is also available.
Tell me about the touring
Touring while in destination is conducted by expert guides in small groups, with experiential experiences that immerse you in the destination.
Tell me about the on-board activities
Perhaps the greatest pleasure when the train is not in station is watching the scenery go past your window, while reading a travel book on the destination you are traveling through! Socialising with like-minded people is also essential!
What is the food like onboard?
The on-board chefs create daily menus for breakfast lunch and dinner, with variety and just the right balance.
What is included in the accommodations?
Cabins include individual climate control with the most deluxe cabins including ensuite bathrooms, a flat-screen TV, and wardrobe space.
When is the best time to book a Golden Eagle Train Journey?
It is always worth checking last-minute availability, but in general 6 months to 9 months prior and more is the ideal time to book to get your cabin of choice.
Where in the world do the Golden Eagle and Golden Eagle Danube Express operate?
The Golden Eagle Danube Express expertly weaves through Europe, showcasing its rich history and stunning landscapes. Meanwhile, the Golden Eagle takes you on a grand adventure to some of the world’s most remote and intriguing destinations in Central Asia and the Caucuses.