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Our Classic Collection

Refined over the past 50 years, our Classic range is what we're known for. Enjoy curated moments with plenty of inclusions. Centrally located hotels, premium travel options and engaging group tours with a seasoned expert. On these tours, you'll be in groups with an average of 20-25 travellers and a maximum of 30*.

Experience everything a destination has to offer with a mix of inspiring excursions and experiences, like a private wine tasting in Valpolicella or a gondola ride in Venice.

*Scandinavian and Worldwide tours are on average 30-35 and a maximum of 40.

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Where you'll stay

High-quality hotels

In most locations expect to stay in high-quality 4-Star hotels, selected for their excellent facilities and prime locations.

Centrally located accommodation

Enjoy accommodation mostly situated in central locations, making it easy to explore the heart of your destination.

Locally run

In most instances, hotels are locally owned, offering a more authentic experience and supporting local businesses.

What to expect

Group excursions

Enjoy unique experiences and carefully curated excursions showcasing everything a destination has to offer.

Unique experiences

Create lifelong memories on these holidays, with activities such as pesto-making in Italy or a private tour of Stonehenge at sunrise.

Expert Tour Managers

Be guided throughout by an expert Tour Manager who is on-hand to provide advice and support throughout your holiday.

Transport

Travel in comfort with the option of First or Standard Class rail travel, offering flexibility and a superior journey experience. On select journeys, experience Eurostar Plus/Standard Premier class, providing additional comfort and convenience for your international travel. Flights in economy class are included, with the option to upgrade. Transfers between airports, hotels, and other key locations are included, ensuring a hassle-free holiday.

Classic collection highlights

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Classic Glacier Express

9 days £2,699 pp £2,499 pp

Experience the Swiss Alps on the iconic Bernina Express and Glacier Express
Discover lakeside Spiez Castle and sail across the glistening Lake Thun
Spend 8 nights in 4 star hotels, based in the traditional alpine towns of Chur and Brig

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Edinburgh, the Highlands & Islands

9 days £2,249 pp £2,149 pp

Wander through colourful Tobermory and admire Neptune's Staircase
Marvel at the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct and sail to Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness
Spend 8 nights in 3 and 4-Star hotels in Edinburgh and the Highlands

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Grand Imperial Cities

12 days £2,549 pp £2,449 pp

Explore Vienna's imperial architecture and coffeehouse culture, staying in 4-Star hotels
Enjoy Budapest with a Danube cruise and the Children's Railway
Discover Prague and Berlin with First Class rail travel and top-rated hotels

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India’s Golden Triangle, Tigers and Shimla

5/Mar

Customer

“So many highlights. We couldn't do a trip like this without the fantastic support of the tour manager, who as always with Great Rail, was brilliant. We were lucky with the weather so we could see the Himalaya from Shimla and then saw 6 tigers in Ranthambore, one of which...

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Grand Tour of India, Nepal and the Himalayas

5/Mar

John Austin.

“Great trip, friendly clientele and manager

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The Cote d'Azur and Nice Carnival

5/Mar

Kathryn

“This was a lovely holiday. If you don't like flying then the Eurostar/TVR experience is for you. Lovely hotel on the seafront in Nice with first class breakfast. Interesting trips and lots of free time to do your own thing. Highly recommended.

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Huskies & the Northern Lights

4/Mar

Mary

“We hadn't done a tour holiday before but it was generally excellent, everything we wanted to see but still with free time. Not perfect (some elements were a little rushed and more flexibility on northern lights hunting to fit times of best predicted conditions would have been better) but would...

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The Northern Lights & Lapland

3/Mar

“Great holiday and great travel rep. So lucky, we saw the Northern lights several times.

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Classic Glacier Express in Winter

3/Mar

Sharon

“A wonderful holiday.

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Grand Tour of Sri Lanka

3/Mar

Matt

“A wonderful experience. Everything ran smoothly thanks to an excellent Tour Manager (Gordon Barr) and local guide (Ravi). The hotels were all excellent with superb facilities and a wide choice of food. This tour was a great way to see the beautiful country of Sri Lanka and...

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Cape Town, The Blue Train & Kruger National Park

2/Mar

Linda Hoffman

“Very varied itinerary with all the best of South Africa. Very good tour leader. The commodore hotel is not up to luxury standards. Old bathroom fixtures. The blue train, while great fun, is a tired old lady and needs a face lift, or at least fix broken items like safe, shades, ...

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Interlaken and the Jungfrau Express in Winter

27/Feb

Martyn Leedham

“Splendid holiday, well organised and friendly helpful tour manager Andrew

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GREAT VALUE

For those who want a travel experience that offers plenty of free time, some excursions, larger groups and comfortable accommodation.

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SIGNATURE

For those who want a well-balanced experience with a selection of engaging excursions and more premium hotel and travel options.

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PREMIUM JOURNEYS

For those looking for that extra indulgence. Our curated itineraries, unique activities and culinary experiences are complimented by hand-picked accommodation. You'll also be in smaller groups led by experienced Tour Managers and local experts.

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Our Classic Collection

Where you'll stay

High-quality hotels

Centrally located accommodation

Locally run

What to expect

Group excursions

Unique experiences

Expert Tour Managers

Transport

Classic collection highlights

Where you can go

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