Chesshyre's journey is an act of middle-aged rebellion, interrailing eastwards with no particular purpose other than to get to Istanbul. En route he rattles across the points of Europe, both literally and metaphorically. Combining a train geek's delight with a keen eye for history, and interacting with everyone he meets - Andrew Eames, author of The 8.55 to Baghdad

An entertaining and eye-opening tale that transports you onto the rails for the most epic of European train adventures. Chesshyre's sharp wit, journalistic eye and knack for finding colourful characters make for cracking travel writing - Ben Clatworthy, Transport Correspondent at The Times

Wry, funny and perceptive, very little escapes Tom Chesshyre's piercing eye on this entertaining odyssey on the rails across Europe. I loved this book - Michael Williams, author of On the Slow Train

Tom Chesshyre is the consummate traveller, who makes you want to experience all his adventures and mishaps for yourself. Every encounter is turned into a story, giving insights into every place he visits. His journey becomes your journey. And as ever, he demonstrates that tr