Belmond’s Exceptional Luxury Train Journeys
Luxury hotelier and leisure company Belmond is known for its five-star hotels, trains, boats, safaris, and restaurants throughout the world. From adventures throughout Europe and Asia to relaxing vacations in the Caribbean and South America, Belmond offers every kind of trip for the luxury traveler. Maison Benjamin is thrilled to partner with Belmond and introduce our members to their spectacular train journeys, which transport members back to the Golden Age of travel. Trains travel across Europe, Southeast Asia, and Peru and include the Andean Explorer, the Hiram Bingham, the Eastern and Oriental Express, the British Pullman, the Royal Scotsman, and the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Read on for a glimpse inside these magnificent rail journeys and the amenities that await.
A Grand Suite on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Belmond’s most legendary train, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, features restored 1920s carriages that carry guests to Europe’s top cities, like London, Paris, and Venice, in complete luxury. Each carriage exudes timeless glamour, with sumptuous Art Deco-style interiors to gourmet dining with white tablecloths and crystal glassware. There are six Grand Suites, complete with a seating and dining area, bar, marble bathroom, and ornate design details that will leave you in awe. This year, there will be eight additional suites. All cabins have 24-hour butler service, free-flowing champagne, and private dining.
The dining room on the British Pullman.
British Pullman
The sister train of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, the British Pullman also has an Art Deco style with antique-style marquetry, vintage lighting, heritage upholstery, and more. You’ll be transported throughout England and visit places like Bath, York, and Canterbury, as well as ancient castles and attractions in each destination. The food is just as thrilling, and you’re encouraged to dress up as you dine on fare made by renowned chefs. You can also rent out the entire train for private events or celebrations.
The train takes you through the Scottish Highlands.
Royal Scotsman
If you’ve ever wanted to explore Scotland in an intimate way, look no further than The Royal Scotsman. Aboard this train, you’ll traipse through the Scottish Highlands to experience the country’s finest landscapes. Fitting up to 40 passengers, the train has Edwardian-style interiors with a country house flair. There are two- to seven-night itineraries starting in Edinburgh that take you to castles, distilleries, and ancient sites. You’ll see rugged landscapes and perhaps even indulge in a bit of adrenaline-fueled adventure.
Travel through Bangkok to Singapore.
Eastern & Oriental Express
Explore the best of Southeast Asia from Bangkok to Singapore aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express. Over the course of three nights you’ll travel by rail through Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Kuala Kansar, and Singapore. You’ll meet locals in traditional villages, soulfully made dishes, guided visits to the Malaysian countryside, and so much more. Aboard the train, fine fabrics and vintage details exude romance of a bygone era. The cabins are perfect for appreciating the Asian landscape.
The Peruvian countryside awaits.
Andean Explorer
The ultimate Peruvian escape awaits when you book a trip on the Belmond Andean Explorer. This luxury train will take you through Peru’s top cities: Cusco, Puno, and Arequipa over the course of your choice of one or two nights. This is South America’s first luxury sleeper train, and guests will indulge in exploring Cusco, the ancient Capital of the Inca Empire, the highest plains of the Andes, and a trip through Lake Titicaca, before ending in Arequipa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Encapsulating views of mountains and highlands await.
Visit Machu Picchu via the Hiram Bingham train.
Hiram Bingham
Hiram Bingham also brings travelers through Peru, taking them through Cusco to Machu Picchu. This train ride brings you through the Sacred Valley ad Urubamba Valley as you enjoy a welcome cocktail and gourmet lunch. You receive a private tour of Machu Picchu and afternoon tea at Sanctuary Lodge, a Belmond Hotel. This is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to one of the world’s most ancient spots—and even the train is named after the explorer who rediscovered the Inca citadel in 1911. The leisurely journey is just 3.5 hours in each direction.