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France is effortlessly chic, bursting with romantic cities, pavement cafés perfect for people watching, world-famous food and wine, and a southern coastline which epitomises Mediterranean glamour.

In Belgium we discover a perfect blend of French and German culture, Renaissance architecture, and medieval squares brimming with welcoming beer halls. Then there's the Netherlands. Get lost in an endless sea of blooming tulips in Keukenhof Gardens, and stroll alongside labyrinthine canals lined with characterful houses in Amsterdam. These destinations delight at every turn, and there is no better way to see them than by Europe's efficient, high-speed rail network.

Our customers love our France & Benelux tours

Bruges and The Battlefields of Ypres

Sep 28 2019

Mrs S Liscoe

“Brilliant tour and manager

Collected by Great Rail Journeys

Biarritz and the Atlantic Pyrenees

13 Jul 2019

Mr K Berridge

“Great tour almost ruined by the chaotic and badly planned journey home

Collected by Great Rail Journeys

Lille, Flanders and the Somme

Oct 25 2018

Mrs H Klapperich

“John was fantastic. Extremely knowledgeable, witty, and kind.

Collected by Great Rail Journeys

The French Lakes, Chamonix and Mont Blanc

04 Oct 2018

Mrs L Newbould

“A thoroughly well balanced tour - pre-planned excursions and free time.

Collected by Great Rail Journeys

Steam Trains and Tulips of Holland

May 30 2019

Mr L Willitt

“Overall the tour was a very good and enjoyable one.Any bad experiences which occurred,such as a train door not opening and 5 members of our party unable to get off until the next station,were not the fault of G.R.J.staff.Hotel accommodation very comfortable and staff very friendly at all times.Would recommend to friends.

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Alsace and the Route des Vins

03 Oct 2018

Mrs I Aggus

“Good place to visit. Scenery good and visit to wine cellar interesting. Our room was satisfactory with comfortable beds. Food in the hotel was OK and served attractively.

Collected by Great Rail Journeys

France and Benelux Trains

Discover the fantastic railways of France & Benelux. It should come as no surprise that we love railways and we know many of you do too! That's why our tours feature some of the most iconic railways and trains on the continent.

Eurostar

TGV - Train à Grande Vitesse

TGV

Train des Merveilles

Train des Merveilles

Lastest articles from our journey blog

Where to go when - Autumn

Where to go when - Autumn

May 14, 2020 · By Sukie Chapman

'Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness' begins the famous ode, 'To Autumn' by John Keats, in which he extolls the virtues of finding beauty in unexpected places.

Where to go when - Summer

Where to go when - Summer

May 21, 2020 · By Sukie Chapman

There’s a reason why summer travel is historically so popular and that’s the weather. As an island nation with no guarantee of sun, it’s fantastic we have so many destinations to choose from that ensure we get our fill of vitamin D.

Where to go when - Spring

Where to go when - Spring

May 21, 2020 · By Sukie Chapman

As winter snows thaw, welcome spring at one of France or Italy's largest street parties - Venice and Nice carnival - or soak up the colours of a million freshly opened tulips at the Keukenhof Gardens

24 hours in Amsterdam

24 hours in Amsterdam

May 14, 2020 · By Katie Shaw

Built on a myriad of canals interwoven with a labyrinth of atmospheric, narrow streets, Amsterdam is truly a delight to visit.