What have been your favorite train travels?

I love riding the train. I’m curious to know about all sorts of train trips. Maybe you enjoyed it because it was very scenic? Or, you made two or three stops on the journey to your final destination? Or, the train itself was very special, special quarters, special dining? Or, even a great deal, an inexpensive route that makes a train trip better than the drive or flight.

I thought of this because Memphis to New Orleans is usually just $50 one way, $100 round trip. It’s about an 8 hour trip. I hope to do it one day, I have never been to New Orleans. Also, the train that goes North into Upstate NY or New England is appealling to me. But, I would want to stop in several places along the route, not sure how realistic that is? Might be better by car? I have also heard great stories of the train from Vancouver through the Rockies to Banff.

So, tell me your train story, anywhere in the world.

Thanks ahead of time.