Independent rail holidays

Take a once in a lifetime trip on the Venice Simplon Orient Express to travel between Paris and Venice, two of the most romantic and mesmerising cities in the world. Relax in style as this luxury train takes you from Paris to Venice, where you'll explore the city at leisure and delve deeper into its culture. Aboard the Venice Simplon Express...

Travel through inspiring mountain ranges and view glassy lakes and rivers of ice, on the world-famous Glacier Express and Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps. Stay in the luxury alpine resort town of St Moritz - where the Olympics have been held twice - and the traditional car-free village of Zermatt, nestled beneath the iconic Matterhorn...

Embark on a captivating journey through Europe's most beloved capitals, starting with the Imperial splendour of Budapest and Vienna. Delve into the picturesque landscapes of the Austrian Tyrol, where the majestic Alps await to enchant you. Traverse the serene valleys of the Swiss Alps, immersing yourself in their breathtaking beauty. Continue...

Take the opulent Venice Simplon Orient Express between two romantic cities, Venice and Paris. Spending time in Venice, a city of islands connected by bridges and walkways, languishing in its winding streets and tasting it delicate dishes, is an honour for any traveller, but coupling this with a trip aboard the Venice Simplon Orient Express is a...

Take the famous Glacier Express high into the Alps, above the snowline, and travel all the way to Europe's highest station on the Jungfrau Express, on this awe-inspiring alpine tour. Pass by the stunning Swiss scenery of magnificent mountain ranges with snow topped peaks, ravines, and glorious green meadows, and stay in the historic old town...

Dramatic mountain scenery provides the setting for this magnificent holiday, travelling on the world renowned Glacier Express and Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps. You'll stay in Chur, Switzerland's oldest town - which is traffic free and feels like a step back in time, - and Brig, a charming Swiss town that sits at the foot of the...

Experience a majestic journey aboard the opulent Venice Simplon Orient Express on this tour of three iconic trains. Travel on the world-renowned Glacier Express and Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps, passing the dramatic Swiss scenery of mountains and lakes, as you experience this unique journey. Stay in Swiss towns of Zermatt and St...

Discover Northern Spain in luxury and style when you take the journey of a lifetime aboard El Transcantabrico, a train that whisks you away to a place of mystery and legends, and takes you back in time to the golden age of travel. Explore unspoilt beaches and historic towns and cities, when you visit jewels of Northern Spain like Santander,...

Take Switzerland's three most iconic train rides on this stunning journey through mountainous scenery. Travel on the world-famous Glacier Express, the Bernina Express, and climb into the high Alps, above the snowline, to Europe's highest station, on the Jungfrau Express. This very special tour takes you through epic landscapes, while enjoying...

Take a once-in-a-lifetime trip to two magical Italian cities and journey home aboard the luxurious Venice Simplon Orient Express. Begin your journey in Florence, the city of art and an Italian cultural hub like no other, and then travel to Venice, the water city where you can ride a gondola and eat gelato in the pretty squares. Finally, your trip...

On this once-in-a-lifetime journey aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train, you'll experience the dramatic landscape of Western Canada through panoramic windows, from the comfort of your train. You'll journey through the Canadian Rockies, to Jasper, and onto Lake Louise. You'll explore two national parks, where you can spot the local wildlife,...

On this unforgettable journey aboard two different trains, you'll begin by taking the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver, through breathtaking landscapes, to Kamloops. You'll then explore the alpine resort town of Banff and the serene beauty of Lake Louise. Your journey takes you along the Icefield Parkway to Jasper, where you'll board the...