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Trans-Siberian train, Russia.

"A journey along the Trans-Siberian route is truly one of contrasts. From the hustle and bustle of Beijing to the vast, peaceful Mongolian Steppe, travelling across these diverse countries by train really is a once in a lifetime experience."

Joanne Hoban, Trans-Siberian Specialist

As one of the most prolific and vast journeys in the world, the Trans-Siberian Railway is a rail journey like no other spanning a quarter of the globe.

The diversity of this journey is comparable to none, from the grandeur of mighty Moscow to the unparalleled tranquillity of Lake Baikal and further into the nomadic communities of Mongolia.

One thing to note about this epic journey is it's flexibility. It is essential to allow yourself enough time to stop and enjoy a number of the sights along the way in order make the most of travelling such a substantial distance, as well as avoiding the inevitable feeling of 'Cabin Fever'.

The Trans-Siberian railway

The Trans-Siberian Railway, linking Moscow to Beijing, is not only one of the classic train journeys, it is also the longest continuous rail line on earth. This epic journey covers almost six thousand miles, or one third of the globe.

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