6 Train Experiences Worldwide Worth Booking

1.Instagram Incense Quang Phu Cau Village Tour with Train Street

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 323 reviews · from $50Our pick

Visit Quang Phu Cau with a local guide, watch bamboo incense sticks being cut, dyed, and dried, then stop at Hanoi Train Street. Morning and afternoon departures, Old Quarter pickup, and groups capped at 20 make this a simple half-day choice. Guides include Tom, Bruno, Kane, Haley, and Devin.

“Devin was very accommodating and his English is extremely good would recommend to anyone visiting Hanoi”

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2.Saigon Railway Village Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $119

Start at 5:30 am at Saigon Railway Station, review camera settings, photograph an old steam locomotive, follow the railway village as it wakes, and work on picture stories, portraits, and train shots with guides such as Eileen, Paul, Juan, or Victor. Central hotel transfers are offered.

“an amazing trip through the camera to a country of wonderful people and unusual neighborhoods, from the time the residents wake up to the peak of traffic. Thanks Saigon Railway Village Photo Tour”

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3.Private 2 day Meteora Photo Tour from Athens by train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $384

Travel from Athens to Kalambaka and spend two days photographing Meteora with guides such as Chris or Christos and Konstantina. Expect private rides, sunset and sunrise viewpoints, monastery access, local food, and hands-on help with cameras or phones. Confirm train, hotel, meals, and entry costs when booking.

“Chris and Konstantina were the most amazing hosts and guides in Meteora. They were so attentive and kind. Showed us all the best places and helped my husband and I learn how to take the best photos with his camera and my iPhone. They took us to dinner and answered so many questions. They drove us to remote places and kept us hydrated. They are two really wonderful human beings and this tour was the best we have ever had and the landscape is one everyone should see! There is nothing else like it anywhere.”

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4.Kamakura Tour with Pro Photographer: Anime Train & Fuji Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $103

Meet photographer Luis at Kamakura Kokomae Station for a two-hour photo walk through Slam Dunk locations. Pose by the Enoshima Line crossing, then head to Shichirigahama Beach for sea, Enoshima, and possible Mount Fuji views. Your 30+ edited images arrive within 72 hours.

“Photos are perfect. The photographer is very nice and accommodating. He also shared some tips on how to look good in pictures.”

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5.Instagram Tour Duong Lam Ancient Village with Train Street Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $86

Spend about five hours walking Duong Lam Ancient Village with an English-speaking guide, lunch, transport, and drinks included. Finish with coffee at Hanoi Train Street, where your guide times the visit for the passing train. Guides may include Bruno or Son.

“It was wonderful! It was a little rainy, but luckily, it held up just in time to snap pics at the train street. The tour guide knew the exact time the train was coming, so we just sat and tried egg coffee, salt coffee, and coconut coffee. The egg coffee Read more”

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6.Kamakura Tour with Pro Photographer: Anime Train & Fuji view

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Meet your photographer at Kamakurakōkō-Mae Station for a two-hour Slam Dunk photo walk. You’ll pose at the famous Enoden crossing, walk to the beach, and receive 30 edited photos within 72 hours. Guides may speak English, Spanish, French, or Japanese.

“Luis is a nice and very professional person. He takes beautiful photos and always gets your best angle. I highly recommend him!!”

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