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Golden Eagle Asia, Kazakhstan, Mongolia
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Contents GOLDEN EAGLE OFFERS & NEWSNO BOOKING FEES / NO JOINING FEES Golden Eagle - Members of the Club (free to join) have discount off the published prices of any journey. Prices quoted are before Club Discount. EXTRA DEPARTURE 2025 REPUBLICS OF THE SILK ROAD, 10 - 23 October 2025 Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Kazakhstan, 14 days from Tashkent to Almaty 2025 SOLO TRAVEL OFFER TREASURES OF UZBEKISTAN - no single supplement Silver Class, 17 - 27 September 2025. TRAVEL ADVICE from governments and other organisations is here;
About the Golden Eagle TrainThis fabulous hotel on wheels is a fully en-suite train operating in Central Asia. The Golden Eagle's rail cruises allow one to travel in splendour amidst opulent décor. The panoramic windows ensure the best views of the passing countryside, whilst enjoying delicious cuisine. The Golden Eagle travels through Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan and more. Itineraries, Prices & Dates 2025Caspian Odyssey
Yerevan to Almaty: Yerevan - Lake Sevan - Tblisi - Gori - Uplistsikhe - Mtskheta - Baku - Cross the Caspian Sea - Ashgabat - Darvaza Gas Crater - Khiva - Bukhara - Samarkand - Tashkent - Almaty 16 days/15 nights. Explore the countries on both the eastern and western shores of the Caspian Sea – Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. With their location at the crossroads of trade, religion, language and the arts, these countries are home to fascinating modern cultures as well as some of the world’s most ancient and timeless architecture. Please contact us for full tour details. Dates and Prices 2025 2025: Yerevan to Almaty. 2-17 September
Republics of the Silk Road
Almaty - Lake Issyk-Kul - Bishkek - Tashkent - Bukhara - Merv - Ashgabat - Darvaza - Khiva - Shahrizabz - Dushanbe - Samarkand - Margilan - Rishtan - Kokand - Tashkent 14 days / 13 nights. Follow in the footsteps of Marco Polo and seek out the fabled treasures of the Silk Road with this experiential voyage along one of the world's most iconic routes. Journeying aboard the opulently appointed Golden Eagle, step back in time to the grandeur of yesteryear and the mystical lands which have enchanted adventurers for millenniums. We will travel through the magnificent "Five Stans" - a fascinating patchwork of countries, stitched together by a shared history of Sovietisation, yet fiercely independent in identity. From the magnificent mosques and bustling bazaars of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan to the breath-taking verdant expanse and ethereally tranquil landscapes of Tajikistan and Kazakhstan, this incredible 14-day adventure is your invitation to one of the world's greatest train journeys. 1 hotel night in Almaty 12 nights on board the Golden Eagle Please contact us for full tour details. Dates and Prices 2025 2025: Tashkent to Almaty. 10 – 23 October 2025: Almaty to Tashkent. 20 April – 03 May. 27 September – 10 October
Prices are per person in US$ Dollars, but payment in £ Sterling (UK residents) and Euros (Eurozone residents) is available. See Booking Conditions for our full payment terms. Prices pre Club Discount. Treasures of Uzbekistan
Tashkent - Kokand - Rishtan - Margilan - Bukhara - Nukus - Khiva - Shahrisabz - Samarkand - Tashkent 11 days / 10 nights. Alexander the Great, Genghis Khan, Seljuk Sultans…step back in time and trace the footsteps of history’s most infamous dynasties through the Treasures of Uzbekistan. An exquisitely mismatched country, Uzbekistan boasts a fascinatingly contradictory cultural architecture – palatial, Islamic grandeur collides with mud-walled houses and monoliths of Communist rule. Aboard this immersive, 11-day odyssey, escape into a land of contradiction and discover the awe-inspiring culture at its core. Learn the ancient art of silk-making in Margilan, experience the hauntingly beautiful melody of a Kazakh folklore performance in Tashkent, and follow the trail of the fierce Huns, Turks, and Arab warriors as you explore the Desert Castles of Ancient Khorezm. Please contact us for full tour details. Dates and Prices 2025 2025: 17-27 September
Prices are per person in US$ Dollars, but payment in £ Sterling (UK residents) and Euros (Eurozone residents) is available. See Booking Conditions for our full payment terms. Prices pre Club Discount Golden Eagle AccommodationCabins Imperial Suites: The Imperial Suites are the most spacious cabins available onboard the Golden Eagle.
Golden Eagle Imperial Suites have large and luxurious fixed King Size bed as well as a dedicated sitting area with dressing table. There are no Twin Bed Suites. Suite facilities include private en-suite facilities with large power shower, underfloor heating and complimentary bathrobes, slippers, toiletries; individual air-conditioning; wardrobe and dressing table; DVD/CD player with LCD screen; safe; two large picture windows. Guests will also have a dedicated butler service, a selection of complimentary drinks from the premium bar list (excluding premium wines); towels and linen changed daily; included laundry service and room upgrades to the next available category at our selected hotels as per the itinerary.
Gold class: Gold Class cabins are among the largest rail cabins anywhere in the world. 5 cabins per carriage.
Fully en-suite, the bathrooms contain a separate shower cubicle. Sleeps 2 in either lower standard (4ft 6) double bed or bunk style. Remote controlled air-conditioning and heating, recessed lighting, wardrobe, personal safe, private en-suite bathroom with full power shower and underfloor heating, DVD/CD player with LCD screens, towels and linen changed daily, complimentary tea/coffee/mineral water in cabin, drinks from the Bar Car included from the Standard Bar List, laundry service available for a fee. Here is information about Gold Class Cabin 5 in the Gold Class carriage. This carriage is slightly smaller than the other Gold cabins.
Silver Class: Silver cabins are more compact but have similar facilities with a fully en-suite wet room. 6 cabins per carriage.
Sleeps 2 lower standard (4ft) double bed or bunk style; remote controlled air-conditioning and heating; recessed lighting and wardrobe; personal safe; private en-suite bathroom with wet-room' style shower and toilet; DVD/CD player with LCD screens; towels and linen changed daily; complimentary tea, coffee and mineral water in cabin; laundry service available for a fee Restaurant Cars Opulence is key in these two beautifully appointed restaurant cars which provide a venue for chefs to serve carefully-prepared meals using only the finest local ingredients. Whether it be the world-renowned 'Borsch', caviar or Omul - a fish unique to Lake Baikal - they offer a culinary experience representing the very best of Russia. Meals are complemented by wines from around the world, as well as - naturally - vodka. Lounge Car The social heart of the train is of course the bar car, a great place to relax and settle into the unhurried pace of life on board. Unwind in comfortable surroundings and watch the world go by as you get to know your fellow passengers; the bar stays open until the last person leaves. Enjoy refreshments whilst briefings are given on the places to be visited, or talks on local history and culture, as well as language lessons. Shangri-La Express - China (5 nights on the Silk Road):
This modern train has twin-berth cabins, comfortably furnished and traditionally decorated with varnished wood and brass reminiscent of a different age. Each includes a 'Pullman' table and deep armchair alongside a large picture window; a perfect place from which to take in China's ever-changing scenery. A state of the art shower car complements the two washrooms/WC's in every sleeping carriage. Meals are served in the train's spacious restaurant cars, with a western breakfast followed by a wide range of authentic Chinese specialities at lunch and dinner, using only the finest local ingredients. As well as soft drinks, tea and coffee, meals are accompanied by a selection of wines from around the world. Equally special is the unique ambience of the piano bar car, where our resident pianist is always happy to take requests. Staying open until the last person leaves, the bar is the perfect place to get to know your fellow passengers… or simply wile away some time, reading or taking in the scenery while enjoying your favourite drink. Cabins 38 sq ft (3.6 sq metres): Sleeps 2 in bunk style beds: Wash basin facility shared between 2 compartments: Toilet/wash facilities are available at the end of each sleeping carriages: Separate state-of-the-art shower car with individual compartments. Each compartment features shower, mirror, hairdryer and changing area: Towels, robes and slippers provided: Towels and linen changed regularly: Complimentary tea, coffee and mineral water in cabin. Golden Eagle CateringMost breakfasts and evening meals are served on the train, with a mixture of international and regional catering. Lunches are either on the train or in restaurants, depending on the itinerary. There is a generous allowance of wine, beer, soft drinks, tea and coffee with all lunches and dinners both on and off the train (except where stated otherwise). General InformationFrequently Asked QuestionsDetailed Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian FAQs can be found here. Included in the PriceAccommodation as per the itinerary, both on board the train and in hotels; all meals, be they on the train or otherwise, starting with dinner on the first day (on some tours this may differ slightly, please refer to the specific itinerary); wine, beer, soft drinks, tea and coffee with all lunches and dinners both on and off the train (except where stated otherwise); all arrival and departure transfers; guided off train sightseeing excursions; the services of experienced tour leaders; complimentary tea, coffee and mineral water 24 hours a day, all gratuities; the services of a doctor (except where stated otherwise); porterage between the hotels and stations. Gold Class Cabin 5The 5th cabin in the Gold carriage has a slightly different layout to the other Gold cabins due to its placement within the carriage. The 5th Gold class cabin is 68sq ft (compared to 77sq ft in a regular Gold Class). It is marked as Cabin 5 on this diagram.
The layout of the cabin is slightly different with a larger bathroom area and slightly smaller cabin area compared to regular Golds. The cabin still offers all the amenities and services as provided for guests occupying the full-size Gold cabins, including the Gold alcoholic drinks package. A reduced rate may be available if booking this particular cabin. GratuitiesAll gratuities are included in the tour price. Passengers are asked to refrain from offering gratuities to crew/hoteliers/drivers etc. LuggageThere is limited storage space inside the cabin for luggage storage. Soft-topped luggage is easier to store. Clients can have assistance to store their luggage. Dress CodeDuring the day, dress is casual both on and off the train. In the evening we suggest smart casual. PassportsThese must have 6 months' validity. VisasThese are not included. Please take into consideration the time needed to obtain visas and the number required depending on which countries the train passes through. Visas can be obtained through the train for a fee. InsuranceTravel insurance is required before travel and documentation shown. Unforeseen events/changesItineraries, routes and times may change at any time for reasons outside the control of the train company. Every effort will be made by train staff to minimise any impact; the Luxury Train Club cannot accept any responsibility for any changes. The Club aims to keep itineraries as up to date as possible. Go here for general travel and health advice from governments, WHO and other organisations. Go here for updates about Golden Eagle cleaning processes. Booking & ReservationsPricesAll prices are at publicly-quoted rates. Club Member discount, join free by subscribing to our newsletter. ContactContact us to book your Golden Eagle journey.
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