TRAVEL / RAILWAYS

STEAM'S INDIAN SUMMER: A Farewell to Indian Steam- (1 x 50 min )

Correspondent Mark Tully takes us on a search for the last steam trains, and the people who ride and operate them. On the labor intensive "milk train" men still shovel coal, oil the cranks, and tap water. After spending a night in a ramshackle hotel Tully travels to remote northwest India, meets a Maharajah in his palace, then journeys through the salt marshes to Ghandi's birthplace. A good look into this nation's soul.

EXPLORE SWITZERLAND - (3 x 50 min)

After exploring lofty snow-covered mountains, sparkling blue lakes, rustic chalets, picturesque towns and ancient sites we tour Geneva and Zurich, ascend to the peak of the Matterhorn, ride the Jungfrau Railway, and visit the Clock and Watch Museum in one of the most beautiful and diverse countries in the world.

Exotic and challenging, the seven-day trip from Moscow via Beijing to Ulan Bator in Mongolia is known as "The Longest Train Ride In The World." This documentary introduces viewers to native peoples, colorful traditions, customs, and life after Communism in the farthest reaches of the old Soviet empire.

This series of remarkable train journeys captures the spectacular variety of the Australian landscape and the identity of its inhabitants. The first two episodes feature The Indian Pacific Railway, which is called "The Second Longest Train Ride in the World."

Climb aboard vintage and modern locomotives for first class touring of lovely Switzerland. Spectacular mountain views, alpine lakes, quaint villages, posh resorts, and medieval castles highlight the series.

This series introduces travelers, adventurers, and rail lovers to steam trains, many with antique locomotives, used around the world. Eight episodes travel to exotic countries such as Argentina, India, Jordan/Syria, Africa, Indonesia, Pakistan, China, and Germany.