Year: 2021

Given that Great Britain was home to the first full-scale working railway, it’s not surprising that it still has a very impressive train network. From the White Cliffs of Dover to the Scottish Highlands, from London to the Lake District, you can count on the trains to take you on an exploratory trip through the country’s history and heritage. Whether you’re travelling to the capitals of London, Edinburgh or Cardiff, to the traditional rural towns of the Cotswolds or to Cornwall, there’s always available rail to make your
adventure the best of British.

UK rail network as below:

Known as the City of Smiles because of the friendly disposition of its residents, Metro Bacolod – comprised of the cities of Bacolod, Talisay and Silay – boasts heritage mansions, modern culinary offerings and a robust art scene. Complete your visit with a day tour to these nearby getaways.

Orsk is a city in the Orenburg region lying at the foot of the Ural Mountains, close to the Kazakhstan–Russia border. You wouldn’t call the city a tourist destination, although its numerous architectural and historical monuments give it a good chance of becoming one. Admirable historical buildings, the famous jasper deposits and a peculiar geographical setting make the city worth visiting.

Mount Preobrazhenskaya is the symbol of the Old City. This is where the first Orsk fortress was founded in 1735. Here you can find a special commemorative plaque and the city’s oldest Preobrazhensky Cathedral. Originally built of wood, it was rebuilt repeatedly to eventually acquire its modern look in the traditional Old Russian style in the late 19th century. Next to it is the Nikolskaya Church.

Besides, the Sovetsky district can boast many old buildings and constructions, such as the house of the merchant Nazarov (1871), the city council office (1890), the mansion of the merchant Aksenov (1910), the residential house of the merchant Matz (1916) and the girl’s high school located in the house of the merchant Khamitov (1914). Built in the German classicism style, Orsk railway station should be given particular attention. Once in the New Town, you should definitely visit the Museum of Local Lore, which unravels the history of these places, the Church of Perpetual Help of Our Lady (the only Catholic church in Orsk) and the Central Park of Culture and Rest to relax after a long walk.

SU flight schedule from Bangkok (BKK) - Sheremetyevo (SVO) - Orsk (OSW) and return.

This panoramic train connects the north of Europe to its south – right through the UNESCO World Heritage site of Rhaetian Railway, passing by glaciers on its way down to palm trees.

Itinerary > Tirano - St. Moritz

Hailed as one of the most spectacular train routes in the world, the Bernina Express between the Italian city Tirano and the Swiss Alpine resort St. Moritz is not one to be missed. As well as being a UNESCO World Heritage route, the Bernina Express is the highest train in Europe with its winding track reaching peak altitudes at Ospizio Bernina station (2,253m). Relax behind panoramic windows as you sweep between the contrasting scenery of Italian palms and Swiss glaciers, taking in the many cultural landmarks and engineering highlights along the way. Travel from Tirano to St. Moritz in 2 hrs 11 mins.

Yaroslavl is the capital of the Golden Ring of Russia. Here, in Yaroslavl, tourists start their journey through the ancient Russian cities. This cozy small town on the Volga River has preserved the architecture of the 12th-19th centuries, so the Old City has been inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.

Come here to listen to the bells of ancient churches, watch performances on the stage of the first theatre of Russia and try traditional Russian cuisine.

According to the plan of Catherine II, the historic center of Yaroslavl was fan-shaped, with Sovetskaya Square in the middle and other streets fanning out. The Church of Elijah in the center of the square has survived the revolutions and kept its original form. Go inside to see the carved iconostasis and amazing frescoes of the 17th century – the colors are still bright, although they are more than three centuries old.

You can find a bronze map showing the main streets with its sights in the park near the church. If you need a more detailed plan, just turn into Sovetsky Lane. This is where Golden Ring Show Layout Museum is located. For about two years, artists, sound and 3D engineers have been creating miniatures of Yaroslavl and thirteen other cities of The Golden Ring of Russia – layouts with houses, cars and residents.

Go down the alley to get to the Volga Embankment. A wide linden alley with romantic pergolas, downhills, stairs, and an old wrought iron fence is one of the most picturesque sights in Yaroslavl. Street musicians often perform here, local souvenir shops offer painted gingerbread, whistles, enamel ornaments and embroidered light felt boots made by a local felting factory. There are many museums on the embankment – the Metropolitan’s Chambers, the Museum of the Yaroslavl City History, Music and Time, the Art Museum in the Governor's house.

SU flight schedule from Sheremetyevo (SVO) to Tunoshna (IAR)