We have provided luxury rail holidays for
over 30 years and some of these themes have been with us from
the very start. Our classic Great Rail Holidays
are timeless journeys to destinations that boast hundreds of years
of history and culture. We are immensely proud of each of our
great rail holidays. If you are looking for
once-in-a-lifetime adventures, or for a chance to put your feet up,
find a tour that suits you by selecting one of the categories
below.
Winter & Spring
Discover some of our most beloved great rail holidays in winter and spring. With dozens of destinations from which to choose, they are a perfect way to escape England’s dreary weather.
Special Interest Holidays
Are you looking for a chic night out on the town or a rugged hike into the mountains? Our Special Interest holidays offer journeys at both ends of the spectrum.
Floriade 2012
Floriade is the World Horticultural Expo, held once every 10 years in the Netherlands. Join us to experience this fantastic festival of flowers on one of our superb rail tours.
New Tours
A collection of brand new escorted holidays by rail with exciting itineraries, giving you the opportunity to discover some fascinating corners of Europe and destinations further afield.
Cruising by Rail
Combining a great rail journey and cruising makes for a relaxing holiday. Enjoy fantastic dining and comfortable cabins and venture ashore for exciting excursions.
Classic Rail Journeys
These holidays have been with us for years and are often cited as being favourites of our customers. They often feature iconic, must-do great rail journeys.
Cities & Sights
Experience fascinating museums, lively culture and unique
cuisine of some of the world's most interesting cities on one of
our Cities & Sights tours. Ideal as a long holiday or short break.
Lakes & Mountains
If you are interested in a relaxing holiday amidst awe-inspiring
scenery, what better way to unwind than by strolling along the
shores of a placid lake under a majestic mountain?
Grand Tour
These epic journeys will leave you with countless cherished memories, whether it is a cross-continental journey or a multi-centre holiday in a focussed area.
Scenic Tour
Our Scenic Tours are true feasts for the eyes. Enjoy breathtaking views as we trundle through the countryside and visit picturesque locations on our included excursions.
Short Breaks
When time is limited a Short Break great rail holiday is the ideal way to refresh yourself. We offer an enticing range to some of the most picturesque and historic corners of Europe.
Single Travellers
We have developed a range of escorted group tours specifically designed with single travellers in mind, to make travelling on your own relaxing, fulfilling and hugely enjoyable.
Steam
Relive the bygone age of rail travel on one of our many tours within the UK and mainland Europe that incorporate wonderfully scenic journeys on historic steam railways.
Coming Soon!
Whet your appetite for a rail adventure with this great selection of holidays by train. They are not yet available to book - but you can register your interest to make sure you don't miss out!
Train Journeys of the World
With long haul flights and the internet making the world a
smaller place the chance to savour a journey becomes a luxury. From
the vantage of a comfy seat on one of our rail journeys you
can watch the continents unravel before your eyes. Every rail
journey has its highlights - the red pinnacle of Uluru in the
Outback, the glittering coastline of the Norwegian fjords, or
Venice's carnevale, but rather than rushing to the climax
our train journeys, take time to let the anticipation build
and to enjoy the adventure of travel.
Leading The Way In Escorted Rail Holidays For Over 30 Years
We believe that customers who plan ahead should not be penalised
by paying a higher fare than last minute bookers. We believe the
pricing for our great rail holidays fair and reasonable no matter
when you book so we do not offer any "last minute discounts". If we
reduce the price of our tours we apply the discount to everyone,
including customers who have already booked. When you book a great
rail holiday with us you will always get the best
price and have nothing to lose by booking ahead to guarantee a
place on our most popular great rail holidays.