What I Do
Train travel architect service
DiscoverByRail provides a train travel architect service to create a fully tailored rail journey based on your preferences and travel style. For this train travel architect service, you can contact Andy Brabin, who runs DiscoverByRail, by phone or WhatsApp.
Andy Brabin has had a long career in the rail industry and personal train travel experience in over 75 countries, having personally travelled on more than 99% of Europe’s railway network. He combines professional expertise with first-hand knowledge to help you craft a customised train itinerary.
Trains at Koblenz Hbf, Germany. ©DiscoverByRail
Ticketing service
DiscoverByRail can secure certain hard-to-get train tickets that are impossible to book online through our network of local agents. These tickets can be delivered to your hotel in the departure city or handed over personally at the station. This way, you do not have to worry about buying tickets on arrival and risking the train being fully booked for several days.
This website also offers guidance on booking tickets yourself in countries where online booking is available. First-time train travellers may find it challenging to identify the best websites and understand how ticketing platforms operate in different countries. We advise on the most suitable websites for each country, explain which trains can be booked, and guide you through the booking process.
Visit our Booking Tickets page for more information on train reservation options in different countries.
Rail passes
Rail passes, such as Interrail and Eurail passes in Europe, or country-specific train passes, can provide a highly convenient and cost-effective way to travel by train.
On our Rail Pass page, we show all the available rail passes and explain where to buy them for the best value. Once you have a rail pass, we also guide you to the right places to make seat reservations or book the special discounted fares for pass holders on certain premium trains.
Train guides
TGV, ICE, Nightjet, Eurostar, AVE, Frecciarossa.. You are likely to encounter many different trains on your European rail itinerary! But what sets them apart, and what can you expect on board?
Our train guides provide all the information you need about Europe's major train services. Discover the on-board facilities, seating options, the routes these trains operate on, and how to book tickets for them.
TGV train at Lyon Part-Dieu station, France. ©DiscoverByRail
Luxury trains
If cost is not a concern, there is no better way to explore the world than by taking a luxury train journey. Whether travelling on the Venice-Simplon Orient Express in Europe, enjoying a Rovos Rail adventure in Southern Africa, or discovering the wonders of India aboard the Deccan Odyssey, there are exceptional luxury train experiences to choose from.
DiscoverByRail owner Andy Brabin has travelled on many of these luxury trains and can answer any questions you may have, as well as assist with bookings, using his industry contacts to secure favourable rates and ensure a seamless experience.
Contact DiscoverByRail
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