9Trans-Mongolian Railway (Russia, Mongolia, China) – 7,622 km
Branching off from the Trans-Siberian Railway, the Trans-Mongolian Railway offers a 7,622-kilometer journey from Moscow through Mongolia and into China, ending in Beijing.
This epic route traverses a remarkable variety of terrains, from the vast Siberian taiga to the endless steppes of Mongolia, and finally to the Great Wall and the hustle of Beijing. Highlights of this six-day journey include the Gobi Desert and the bustling Mongolian capital of Ulaanbaatar. For those looking for an overland adventure between Europe and East Asia, this is an unforgettable route.
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