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Away from the hustle and bustle of the cities, nature takes centre stage - and our lakes and mountains holidays showcase scenes that will take your breath away.

Make the journey part of the adventure as you explore the world's iconic mountains by rail. The Alps extend across Europe, providing stunning views of villages nestled in deep valleys and flowering Alpine meadows that turn into rugged mountains. And what better way to discover them than on the world-renowned Glacier or Bernina Express?

The great lakes of the world provide no less scenic wonders, but offer a more sedate experience. Discover waters that dance between shades of emerald and blue, where shores are dotted with elegant villas, ancient towns, and leafy vineyards. From beautiful Garda and Como in Italy, to the often overlooked beauty of Austria's Lake Zell and, further afield, the unparalleled drama found in Canada's national parks. Wherever you go, discover a wealth of extraordinary scenery perfectly suited to explorations by rail.

Come summer or winter, our lakes and mountains rail holidays get you back to nature in comfort, offering up a stunning feast for the eyes as well as authentic local experiences. Wind through snow-dusted mountains by train, sip local wines in family-run country estates, or cruise the sparkling waters of the world's most beautiful lakes; there's no better way to see the world.

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Our customers love our Lakes & Mountains tours

Sirmione on Lake Garda

16/Apr

Customer

“Beautiful place, fabulous trip overall, great trips arranged would do it all again ??

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Traditional Glacier Express

15/Apr

Trevor.crack

“A fantastic experience guided throughout by brilliant courier

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Grand Tour of New Zealand

11/Apr

Bev

“This was a full-on itinerary but worth the effort. We really experienced New Zealand in all its glory. The tour was well organised, the guides and Tour manager were excellent. We recommend Great Rail Journeys, this was our 9th holiday with them.

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Darjeeling and the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan

28/Mar

Sue Bates

“A holiday full of experiences in amazing places. History, culture, nature and fabulous landscapes. Something for everyone especially rail enthusiasts.

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Italian Christmas & Austrian New Year

18/Jan

Rowena Wolfe

“Excellent food and hotels. Very well planned and, above all a great tour leader.

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Harz Mountains Christmas Markets

30 Dec 2023

Dale Buche

“It was overall a wonderful trip. The trains were great. The accommodations were wonderful and most of all our tour guide was exceptionally great. The towns we visited were everything I hoped they would be.

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Discover South America

28 Oct 2023

Lynda Robins

“Itinerary was great. Tour manager excellent. the only thing that didn’t live up to expectations was the ranch excursion, it was ok but expensive for what it was.

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Austrian Alps All-Inclusive

28 Oct 2023

Alan Bowles

“We very much enjoyed this mini adventure, The hotel was typically Austrian - good food and comfortable. We liked the tour manager and delighted in the wonderful hotels in Mannheim and Cologne on the journeys. We think that it was a very busy holiday; we realised this I’m advance but good to know.

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Classic Swiss Alps and the Jungfrau Express

27 Oct 2023

Shonagh Stewart

“Thoroughly enjoyed the Great Rail Journeys experience so much that we are looking to book another trip for next year

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