Hello,

I'm interested in taking a luxury train journey - doesn't really matter as much where in the world. Wanted to ride for the sake of riding in a 1st class train car, and be able to sleep overnight, enjoy gourmet dining, and absorb the natural scenery.

Anyone have any suggestions on the following:

1) what would be a very nice train ride (approx 3-5 days) that would afford the above experiences? (please include destinations, and name of train line, if you can)

2) with what airline/hotel/credit card program could i book such a trip

i know that with marriott points, you can book on the orient express. anyone ever ridden? would you be able to offer any feedback?

other than marriott, any other programs that i could redeem for something like this?

thanks for your suggestions!