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The futuristic design of Berlin's Potzdamer Platz is as dramatic and inspiring as Dresden's picturesque skyline, whose elegant churches have been faithfully restored after the Second World War. Eastern Europe beckons with a fascinating culture and poignant histories.
From the contemporary shopping centres of Berlin to the primeval forests of Belarus, the countries of Eastern Europe are diverse in culture, environment and history. Great Rail Journeys tours through Eastern Europe include a selection of holidays to amaze even the most seasoned of travellers. By using the knowledge of local guides we bring out hidden details in famous attractions and unearth a range of sights known only to the natives. Should you wish not to participate in one of our excursions your tour manager will be able to help you find a range of alternative sites and your guide can provide you with a choice of authentic restaurants nearby.
Cologne has seven incredible bustling Christmas Markets to choose from. Sample local bratwurst, beers and mulled wine in Europe's Christmas Market capital, before we take a journey on Wuppertal's Kaiser carriage.
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Sample the sights and smells of three Bavarian Christmas Markets by train. Regensburg, Rothenburg and arguably Germany's most famous Christmas Market, Nuremberg.
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Historic Trier, picturesque Cochem and charming Bernkastel are highlights on a tour that samples the best of meandering Moselle as well as a journey along the Rhine.
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The Harz Mountains' timeless towns and landscapes are perfect for a taste of Advent tradition in Germany. Our tour visits three Christmas markets, two UNESCO-listed Old Towns and enjoys an exhilarating steam train ride.
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Experience the beautiful Black Forest from the popular resort of lakeside Titisee, set amidst lush green meadows and pine-clad hills. A boat cruise and steam train journey through scented woodlands make for a wonderful holiday.
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Discover two of Germany's most picturesque regions on this fantastic two-centre holiday. We explore the halftimbered villages and stunning peaks of the Harz Mountains by heritage railway before visiting the stunning Rhine Gorge, where the legendary Lorelei Rock still casts its spell.
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Well organised,comfortable travel and accommodation!no problems
A great experience. Excellent food, very good crew, good group. Great holiday all round.
It was a superb holiday, cruise boat, tour manager, just to name a few things.
It was everything we expected for our money. My only criticism was: the hotel didn't provide orange marmalade at breakfast. Perhaps, when you book them, you could ask the hotel to ensure it's available. The hotel in Koln did Please note Mr Walker is completing this feefo.
Extremely enjoyable holiday. Good itinerary, good ship and an extremely competent and personable tour manager. Glad I went and would consider another GRJ river cruise in the future,
Well organised tour, with good balance between planned activities and free time, excellent hotel facilities, good food, and very comfortable rail and coach travel.
A faultless experience, our guide John Grundy couldn’t have been more helpful.
By Sukie Chapman
27 April 2018
Just like fashion, travel experiences seasonal ebbs and flows in destination popularity, but unlike fashion – there’s no Versace-style puppet master behind the scenes pulling strings that dictate where you’ll be journeying to over the next year; travel trends are much more consumer led.
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By Jack Stacey
18 April 2018
There's nothing which quite imbues us with existentialist wonder as an ancient monument from a lost civilisation.
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By Sukie Chapman
5 April 2018
When I started working for Great Rail Journeys, I could never have guessed how much train knowledge and expertise I would pick up over the course of four short years.
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By Sukie Chapman
8 March 2018
This March 8th, in honour of National Women's Day, we are celebrating the role women have played over the generations in the creation and maintenance of our railways.
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All activities were well planned out. Our tour manager was wonderful.