MANCHESTER TO MALTA: An overlanding travel adventure feat. the legendary Milan-Catania sleeper train

Why travel ten times slower when you can fly somewhere? We decided to find out, embarking on a mega-mission from Manchester all the way to Malta via train, boat and bus.
9+ legs and 3+ days were all worth it for the slower, more sustainable and ultimately more enjoyable experience.
A special shout out to the InterCity Notte 1963 sleep train from Milan to Catania which was a train enthusiast's dream!
And also to our supporters and collaborators at Low Season Traveller.
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[@aliyasleeps]

breakfast in Manchester, dinner in London and tea in Milan! such a cool adventure

[@BroadenFilms]

Thanks Elias! Yes - being able to eat and sample the culture along the way is yet another hidden benefit of overlanding. Aviation companies are so keen to peddle the idea of convenience that they've helped us forget that getting from A to B can be a delight in and of itself ☕🥐

[@melsmithers6074]

Love love love watching the journey after hearing about it 💖 incredible video, as always team!

[@BroadenFilms]

thank you Mel! I love that you were part of our final leg in Malta, what a dream spot for a Ragtag reunion!

[@caisinnicanbheatha128]

Love this! Paris to Milano train looks very glam. Do you have a discount code for interrail tickets.. I’m inspired 👌

[@BroadenFilms]

Great shout, maybe we should get Broaden sponsorship with the Eurostar or Interrailing... 😜🛤 It felt glam indeed, though not without its hairy and difficult moments at times - there is definitely a process of learning how 'best' to travel overland. We spotted a few families with parents and kids travelling via train, which felt like a real inspiration for future low-carbon travelling. Really impressive to see the little kiddies with their rucksacks and tickets!

[@amriksinghdhillon]

What happened to Suzie (your HiAce)?! I thought this was gonna be you guys overlanding in her?