15 Rail Trips with Lunch Around the World

1.Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,290 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $81Our pick

Travel from Barcelona to Montserrat by air-conditioned bus and cogwheel train, tour the monastery and Basilica with an English-speaking guide, then choose wine tasting with tapas, a full winery lunch, or a Montserrat-only visit. Guides such as Thais, Toni, Mariana, and Lesly are praised for clear explanations and warm humor.

“We had an absolutely fantastic experience on this tour. Our tour guide, Judit, was AMAZING!! She was a wealth of knowledge, history, positive energy, helpfulness and humor. We had a day filled with fun and memories of the beautiful country of Spain.”

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2.Rome to Pompeii Guided Tour with Wine & Lunch by High Speed Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,379 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $239

Travel from Rome to Pompeii by high-speed train, private coach, and expert local guide. Spend about two hours among ancient bakeries, homes, baths, and plaster casts, then visit a winery on Vesuvius for wine tasting, antipasti, pasta, and dessert. Guides vary, with archaeologists such as Felicity, Ida, and Ludo leading some departures.

“I always wanted to see Pompeii, so that the excursion from Rome fit in perfectly with our plans. The excursion was well planned, no glitches. Pompeii was fascinating seeing it in real life. The wine tasting was a pleasant way to end the tour. It gave us a chance to socialize with the other members of the tour. Fabricio and Carla were great!”

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3.Death Railway & Hellfire Pass Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 931 reviews · 1 day · from $82

Travel from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi in a small group or private van with an English-speaking guide such as Luke, Alex, or Travis. Visit Hellfire Pass, ride the Death Railway across the Tham Krasae viaduct, see the River Kwai bridge, and stop at the railway museum and war cemetery. Lunch, tickets, and hotel transfers are included.

“it was an excellent trip getting an insight into the history of how the men were treated, the trip on train was good as you go over via ducts for good pictures and see the local villages that the train stops at, the lunch that was included was good as well, I would highly recommend the trip”

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4.Douro Valley Full-Day Boat, Train, and Lunch Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 787 reviews · 7 hours · from $128

Leave Porto with a guide such as Manuel, Antonio, Carlos, or Rita and spend seven hours seeing the Douro Valley from road, river, rail, and vineyard. The day includes a boat ride with Port or sparkling wine, a regional lunch, a winery visit, and Douro wine tasting. Weather can alter the train or boat plans.

“The day trip was awesome!! Our guide Rita was friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and a really impressive driver ;) Each event (the port wine tour/tasting, the boat ride, the train ride, and the local lunch) was so much fun and had beautiful sights. I would recommend this trip to everyone, it was definitely worth the price and an opportunity for unforgettable memories.”

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5.Da Nang: Hue Imperial Day Trip, Hai Van Pass Train, & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 619 reviews · from $58Best value

Travel from Da Nang to Hue by train through the Hai Van Pass, then visit the Imperial City, Thien Mu Pagoda, and Khai Dinh Tomb. An English-speaking guide such as Mariana, Tom, Sky, or Oanh leads the small group, with lunch, hotel transfers, bottled water, and optional attraction tickets included.

“This was a great tour ! Our guide, Oanh, was so knowledgeable, considerate and passionate. Hue is a beautiful city with an amazing history and i feel so blessed that I was able to visit and learn about it from Oanh. The transport was excellent and on a very hot shade they took care of us by keeping us in shade and providing water. Thank you so much - I highly recommend this tour.”

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6.Montserrat with Winery, Lunch, and Train Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 525 reviews · 5 - 9 hours · from $63

Choose a 5 to 9-hour Barcelona day trip to Montserrat with an English or Spanish guide. Options include extra mountain free time, a cogwheel train, Catalan lunch, tapas, and wine tasting at Oller del Mas, a 10th-century castle winery. Guides such as Lesley, Laia, Azul, and Vince are known for lively history and wine commentary.

“We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Montserrat with our winery tour. Lorena was a wonderful guide and made our day extra special.”

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7.Pompeii Tour with Wine and Lunch by High Speed Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 485 reviews · from $239

Take a high-speed train from Rome to Naples, then a private air-conditioned shuttle to Pompeii. Guide Antonio, Felicia, Vincenzo, Kiera, and others bring the ruins to life during a 2.5-hour walking tour. Finish at a nearby vineyard with four wines, local food, and a relaxed two-hour lunch.

“Antonio was our guide and was perfect from the time we met until we left. He was extremely knowledgeable about Pompeii and its history. Not only did he inform us about the ruins but also the plants and the derivation of a few English words. It was apparent that Antonio loves Naples and Pompeii. The place we had a wine tasting and light lunch was a truly beautiful garden. What a way to end our tour. Also the travel arrangements could not have been better. I highly recommend this tour.”

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8.Pompeii and Naples Tour from Rome by Train with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 218 reviews · 11 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $269

Spend about 11.5 hours traveling from Rome to Naples by high-speed train, touring Pompeii with a guide, eating pizza in a historic pizzeria, and seeing Naples by coach and on foot. Guides may include Marina, Chiara, Carla, or Paola. Expect a full, active day with skip-the-line entry and a small group of up to 18.

“Tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and was kind and answered all of our questions i cant remember her name, but it was like Marisola”

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9.Tramuntana Full-Day Tour with Sóller Train and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 213 reviews · 8 hours · from $230

Travel from Palma to Sóller on the old Red Lightning train, then see Port de Sóller, Deià, and Valldemossa by minibus. You’ll get tapas lunch, guided walks, free time, and a small group of up to eight. The optional Sóller tram costs €11 extra.

“Our guide Michael was excellent! He had great knowledge of all the sites visited, was punctual, and courteous. The train and mini van ride provided an excellent way to see Mallorca. Finally, the tapas lunch by the Soller waterfront was also excellent!”

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10.Corinth, Cave of Lakes, Odontotos Railway Private Tour with Greek Lunch Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $486

Travel by private vehicle from Athens, Piraeus, the airport, or Nafplio with a guide such as Theo or Nikos. See the Corinth Canal, explore Ancient Corinth, ride the Odontotos rack railway to Kalavrita, visit the Cave of Lakes, and sit down to a traditional Greek lunch. Several stops are optional, and entry fees are extra.

“Great day tour from Athens. Theo was excellent guide - extremely knowledgeable. Railroad a little disappointing - but walk through town, lunch and memorial were wonderful. Highlight was walking through the cave of the lakes!”

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11.Douro Experience – Boat and Train Ride – Lunch and Wine Tasting – All Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 141 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $175

Leave Porto at 8:20 am for a full day in the Douro Valley. You’ll visit viewpoints and vineyards, taste wine, honey, and olive oil, ride a vintage-style train near Pinhão, cruise the river, and eat lunch by the Douro. Guides such as Manuel, Miguel, Rita, and Antonio are praised for their warmth and local knowledge.

“A long trip (8h). Quite a lot of sitting in a car, but with stories about the region and it’s history. Douro valley is really beautiful and a must see place if visiting Porto. There was portwine tour and tasting and sparkling wine on the boat trip. Also wine with the food after the boat. So lot of drinking 😁 Honestly only ”problems” about the trip is the lack of general information and guidance. We got to know the order of the day only at the car trip that took more than an hour (would’ve been nice to know so you can prepare bathroom and water vice) It’s always nice…”

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12.All-Day Guided Zipline Tour with Train Ride and Lunch in Durango

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $650

Spend about 8.5 hours riding a first-class train from downtown Durango, completing 27 ziplines with trained guides, and eating a four-course lunch above the Animas River. The course suits ages 4 to 94, includes ecology talks and short walks, and is led by a full team of guides, including names such as Phil, Olivia, Devon, and Tori.

“My husband hates heights and he loved it! The crew that is with you every step of the way was wonderful. They are helpful, patient supportive, professional, and kind. I can’t say enough about Soaring Tree Top Adventures. It starts with the ride on the train to get there. 27 lines so you get a great variety. Yummy 4-course lunch in the trees was excellent. From start to finish it was marvelous!!”

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13.Capri: DIY Day Trip with Blue Grotto, Funicular & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 129 reviews · from $152

This self-guided Capri package gives you boat tickets, a Blue Grotto stop, buses to Anacapri, a Mount Solaro chairlift ride, a three-course lunch at La Giara, and the funicular back to Marina Grande. There is no guide or fixed schedule, so you set the pace and arrange the day around ferry times and queues.

“We went with three adults, and two small children and experience was absolutely amazing! This tour was the best of all the excursions we did, in all 13 cities! Allowed us to go at her own pace, and stay longer or last time in something that did not interest us. Having been to Capri before and walking way too much. This was a great tour that included the funicular, chairlift, bus, ride, and boat ride! We didn’t get to do the blue grotto because the weather was really bad, but we were able to still see it.”

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14.Rottnest Island: Grand Bus and Train Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 106 reviews · 4 hours · from $77

Spend four hours circling Rottnest Island by air-conditioned bus, with a one-way historic train ride to Oliver Hill. You’ll see quokkas, salt lakes, beaches, Wadjemup Lighthouse, Jeannies Lookout, and Mabel Cove, then tour the gun fortifications and tunnels with an English-speaking guide. Lunch is a wrap and cookie, but ferry tickets cost extra.

“The entire event was fantastic, from the train ride up to the gun installation, right the way to the end back at the Settlement. Ralph our guide at the gun installation was full of facts and Nickyour tour guide and driver for the day was excellent, she knew everything! Improvements... another two hours on the tour please :-)”

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15.Classic Kuranda by Skyrail and Scenic Railway, Rainforestation & lunch. CKB

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 105 reviews · from $213

Spend about 10 hours exploring Kuranda from Cairns by air-conditioned coach, historic railway and Skyrail cableway. You will visit Rainforestation Nature Park for an Army Duck rainforest tour, hot buffet lunch, wildlife and Aboriginal activities. Guides such as Victor, Tony and Asuith have been praised for clear commentary, though the order can change.

“Very good service, good combination of train and cable car. Food is good. Rainforest is good to explore. We were able to capture the koala moving and eating instead of sleeping, LOL.”

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