Golden Eagle Luxury Trains has released a new 14-day tour across seven countries in Europe beginning in Paris, travelling through France, Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia, Serbia, Bulgaria and Turkey. This unique route, the Aurelian Odyssey departs 12 September 2026 and is reminiscent of historical journeys by rail across the continent, Delivering culture, history, connection, gourmet food and wine and time to slow down and experience travel by private train, it marks the return of Golden Eagle luxury Trains to the Asia side of Istanbul for the first time in a decade.

From Paris, guests travel to the famed Champagne region of France for private tasting and tour of a three-generation family-owned champagne house. Traversing the Alps across Switzerland into Austria where a highlight is a private classical concert by the Vienna Supreme Orchestra.

The train ambles through Slovenia, Serbia and Bulgaria with ever changing landscapes and exceptional private excursions off-train before reaching Istanbul. This marks the beginning of a journey through Turkey showcasing the treasures and hidden gems this ancient country holds.

From the majestic domes of the Hagia Sophia and stunning mosaics of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, to the historic marble streets of Ephesus, the spiritual ruins of UNESCO World Heritage site Hierapolis and the sacred city of Laodicea. The tour then delves into the heartbeat of Ankara, and the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia with fairy chimney valleys and underground cities.

Like all Golden Eagle journeys, carefully curated excursions are included:

• Travel through the Semmering Pass, renowned for its 16 viaducts and 15 tunnels
• Discover the spectacular Postojna Caves by private guided tour
• Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Goreme Open Air museum and its rock-cut churches
• Visit the Ozkonak Underground City, a hidden subterranean labyrinth that once sheltered entire communities from invaders.

The Aurelian Odyssey from Paris to Cappadocia and all European tours travel on the much-loved Golden Eagle Danube Express with the elegant style, service and comfort Golden Eagle Luxury Trains is renowned for. Meals onboard are a true highlight prepared by the team of Chefs, while the bar is the social hub of the train. With every detail taken care of, guests can slow down, relax and enjoy the ever-changing landscapes. The extraordinary care of the team on this luxury hotel-on-wheels helps ensure the seamless delivery of guests into the heart of European train stations close to major areas of interest.

Golden Eagle Luxury Trains packages are fully inclusive of private ensuite rail accommodation, all exquisite meals and drinks, personal cabin attendant service, fully guided off-train excursions, all gratuities and transfers, plus premium hotels pre and post tour and a UK registered medical doctor on board. Visit https://www.goldeneagleluxurytrains.com/

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For more information contact: Tracy Willis, Public Relations, Australia, Email: bewelltracy@gmail.com                  

About Golden Eagle Luxury Trains: For over 35 years, Golden Eagle Luxury Trains have been offering unique itineraries, with fully inclusive packages, in comfort and style on board some of the world's finest private trains. Journeys across Europe, Asia and Central Asia deliver adventures to memorable and culturally diverse destinations with new routes, a new train and new destinations for 2026.