Reminiscent of the 1800s, when experiencing the world by train was in vogue, six train rides illustrate awe-inspiring vistas,  a natural exploration and and old-fashioned form of travel. From America to Europe, these train rides are less crowded and packaged with special incentives during the off season (late September through December 15th):

In North America, three train rides are bound to wow. From Colorado, The Rocky Mountaineer traverses through the Canadian Rockies. Source: RockyMountaineer.com.  Portraying hidden beaches and jaw-dropping canvases of the ocean, Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner snakes down the West Coast from San Obispo  to San Diego, also dubbed America's Riviera.

Up north and further west, a train ride from Vancouver destined for  Whistler Mountain features a panoramic perspective of ocean and mountain backdrops. WhistlerMountaineer.com. When one climbs aboard the Peru Rail, there's a real life study of the mountainous terrain and the people, who reside between Cuzco and Machu Picchu. 

The Glacier Express and the Royal Scotsman vie for the magnificence in Europe. From St. Moritiz through Zermatt, the Glacier Express dodges its way through Switzerland. The Royal Scotsman previews a mountainous perspective of the Scottish Highland. Read more at the  RoyalScotsman.com.