When I was overlanding from Bali to London, I wanted to go to Mongolia, and I wanted to go to Kazakhstan. So I had to find out the best way to get from Mongolia to Kazakhstan, which obviously didn’t involve a flight. Simple, right? Actually, it’s not that easy. On a zoomed-out world map, it […]
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All Destinations, Asia, Overland Travel, train travel, Turkey
Taking the Eastern Express Train from Kars to Ankara, Turkey
13
Oct
Oct
Travelling by train is my thing. I’ve taken trains all over the world – mainly on my trip from Bali to London with no flights – and it’s without a doubt my favourite way to travel. When planning my Turkey itinerary, I wanted to make sure that I saw as much of the country’s epic […]
21
Jun
Jun
Europe: its cultural diversity twinned with a managable size and excellent transport links make for an immensley rewarding travel experience. No matter where you go, cities everywhere from Seville to Helsinki always attract a wave of travellers, especially during the summer. Many backpackers and travellers want to spend at least one month in Europe to […]
All Destinations, Asia, Japan, Overland Itineraries, Plan Your Trip
Two Week Japan Itinerary : Explore the Oriental Country by Rail
20
Sep
Sep
With its relatively small land size and incredible high-speed trains, Japan is an ideal destination to explore if you enjoy overland transit. There are many reasons to visit Japan: From ancient temples and shrines to ultra-modern hotels and cutting-edge technology Japan is quirky, fascinating and manages to blend past and present together so beautifully. Any […]
All Destinations, Asia, China, Overland Itineraries, Overland Travel, Plan Your Trip, train travel
A Complete Guide to Train Travel in China
23
Mar
Mar
China is a fantastic place for more adventurous travellers. There’s no specific tourist path through the country, no shuttles transporting people to each destination, and very few bars and restaurants catered especially for backpackers. Because of all of this, China can seem a little daunting; and the question of how to get around is just […]
All Destinations, Asia, China, Overland Itineraries, Plan Your Trip
One Month in China Itinerary for First Timers
18
Feb
Feb
If you’re reading this China itinerary, I’m guessing you’re planning a trip to the country. China is one of my favourite countries to travel in. It’s brimming with history and culture, from the Terrcotta Warriors to its many, many temples, but it has the most dynamic modern scene in cities like Shanghai and Guangzhou. It […]