National Geographic Traveler Magazine has named it one of the top 10 train journeys in Europe and Lonely Planet named it best train journey in the world in 2014. It definitely is something special, but if it really is the most beautiful train journey in the world is up to you to decide. The Flamsbana only has a single track and therefore there are only a limited amount of trains that can go up during the day. Sometimes this creates a problem in capacity. Buy your ticket on board at the shore excursions department, at the train station (but know this is limited) or buy ahead of time online through: https://www.visitflam.com/en/se-og-gjore/flamsbana/ or www.nsb.no/en
Flam trainstation, Flam, Norway
This is something you simply have to experience. St. Petersburg’s metro opened in 1955 and it is considered to be the most attractive, elegant and deepest (105 meter below ground) in the world. Almost all of the station are a complete piece of art. Some say it is the palace of the people. It is unique to experience its escalators going deep into the ground and to witness the art all around you. Take the metro from Primorskaya to Nevsky Prospekt to get from the port area to the city centre.
Primorskaya, St. Petersburg
This is the train station where you can catch the train to Rome. To reach it you can either walk which is usually about 2 km depending on where your ship will be docked. You can also take the port shuttle and take the local transportation from there. Buy your tickets at the ticket office here and don’t forget to validate your ticket before stepping into the train. The train schedule you can check at: http://www.trenitalia.com/cms/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=4ddd1a035296f310VgnVCM1000005817f90aRCRD
Piazzale Scipione Matteuzzi, Civitavecchia, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
The Scottish train system is very good especially when traveling to Glasgow and Edinburgh. Double click here to look at the train schedules.
Greenock trainstation, Greenock
Although the bus system in Santa Cruz is extensive there is also a tram service you can use. This tram is ideal to take to La Laguna. Find the location of the tram stop on Bravo Murillo street. Buy a ticket for 1,35 euro one way with coins or credit card at the machine at the stop. Tram leaves every 10 minutes.
This brand new train station stand right at the exit of the port that is about 2 km walk from the ship. Catch the train to various destinations like Rabat. Check the train schedule on http://www.oncf.ma/Pages/Accueil.aspx
While the exterior of the building is already impressive it is the interior that will blow you away. The station shows you 20.000 splendid azul glazed ceramic tiles that depict the history of the city. A piece of art that took 11 years to make. You’ll find it right in the main hall of the station. This is also where bus line 500 comes in.
Sao Bento, Porto
If you are wondering what kind of public transport ticket to buy we would recommend T-10 for zone 1. It costs 9,95 euro. It allows you to travel by metro, bus or tram 10 times total. Purchase these cards in cash (coins or notes) from the ticket vending machines at the metro stations.
This is the trainstation that you can already spot from the ship. It is about 10 minute walk from the cruise terminal. Take the train to Jerez or Sevilla from here. Do check the schedule in advance on http://www.renfe.com/EN/viajeros/index.html
Plaza de Sevilla, 11006 Cádiz, Spain
The church gate station is next to Victoria station a mayor transportation hub. Why not hop on and take a ride to Mahalaxmi where you can find laundry service Dhobi Ghat.
Maharshi Karve Road, Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400020, India
Or also known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus. This building from 1888 is a train station used by 8 million people daily. You could understand that this is a place to see people in their daily life or to enjoy this magnificent Victorian building. From the exit of the port it is 1,5 km walk to the north or take a 50 rupee taxi.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mumbai
This ferry station is right in front of the cruise terminal. You will come across it as you walk out. This is where you can catch the ferry to Capri or Sorrento. These ferries go pretty frequent, but it is wise to check the schedule ahead of time on http://www.capri.net/en/ferry-schedule?path_id=11
Molo Beverello, Naples