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Journeys of a Lifetime

The destination you've been eyeing up for years, that trip of a lifetime you've been promising yourself, a rail journey you've always wanted to experience - now's the time to rediscover your travel ambitions. This collection of highly-inclusive, unforgettable holidays really are journeys of a lifetime. So, let us take you on an epic rail holiday, where travelling in style and new adventures come as standard. Take the world-renowned Rocky Mountaineer across Canada's vast and dramatic landscapes or cross five African nations on the Pride of Africa. There's so much waiting for you to explore. Relax as our local experts guide you through breathtaking scenery, fascinating historical sites and authentic gastronomic experiences. ​

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Iconic Rail Journeys

Great Rail Journeys by name, Great Rail Journeys by nature. On nearly every holiday we run, relaxing, impressive or once-in-a-lifetime rail journeys are par for the course. Whether it's the 180-mile trip the Glacier Express makes through the mountains of Switzerland, an experience aboard the steepest railway line in the world - the Flåm Railway in Norway, or a beautifully-restored journey on the Jacobite Steam Train through the Scottish Highlands, we know all of the best rail experiences to be had.​

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The Outer Hebrides
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4.1 stars(117 reviews)
2024AprMayAugSep
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  • DestinationScotland
  • Starts / EndsGlasgow
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USA Coast to Coast
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4.5 stars(54 reviews)
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  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
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Grand Imperial Cities
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  • DestinationAustria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
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Geirangerfjord
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4.7 stars(35 reviews)
2024MayJun
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  • DestinationNorway
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
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Grand Tour of Japan
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  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
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Milford Sound
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  • DestinationNew Zealand
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
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Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong Delta
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  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
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Engadine Valley
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  • DestinationSwitzerland
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
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Pyramids of Giza
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  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
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Uluru
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  • DestinationAustralia
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
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Canada & the Rocky Mountaineer train tour
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4.3 stars(43 reviews)
2024MayJunAugSep
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  • DestinationCanada
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
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Arctic Circle Express
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  • DestinationNorway, Sweden
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
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Grand Imperial Cities
19/Sep
William Kilkerr
5 stars
“As usual, very well organised and well planned
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USA Coast to Coast
17/Sep
Clive
5 stars
“Great trip with many things to see and do Chicago a highlight for us - would prefer either 2 nights in Las Vegas or LA not one in both - San Francisco hotel was a massive disappointment compared to others on trip - and was somewhat of a let down to the end of the trip -Grand Canyon day was immense
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Grand Alpine Explorer
5/Sep
Kevin Price
5 stars
“It’s a great tour and Ivan our Tour Director was exceptional. Reasonably relaxing without too many early mornings, would definitely recommend this tour and tore company.
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Mountaintops of Switzerland
2/Sep
G Washer
5 stars
“A brilliant holiday that shows the best of Switzerland.
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Grand Tour of Vietnam and Cambodia
14/Aug
Michael Hope
5 stars
“Local Tour Guides for both Vietnam and Cambodia were excellent. Hotels/ boat at Halon Bay were also very good in all the places that we stayed. Not enough time at some places to explore. The Great Rail Journey guide ( Caroline) was also very good (friendly, approachable). She had to cope with a broken ankle that happened to one of the tour members (half way down a motorway at a service stop on day 2). Possibly a bit more help for her when these things happened (training /local contacts). We had one problem with Cambodia Visas. We obtained them from the Cambodia Embassy in the UK before we went on holiday based on the border crossing given in the itinerary. This was changed and we had to pay again for both our visas as they were not valid for that particular crossing (an extra $60) The procedures for dealing with luggage on and off coaches/ hotels etc like our previous Great Rail Journey in India were excellent. A slightly smaller group might have helped. A few on the group wanted to change some aspects of the prearranged trips which must have been very annoying for both the local guides and Caroline Overall a very good holiday and a good introduction to Vietnam and Cambodia. Regards, Philippa and Michael Hope
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The Outer Hebrides and the Highlands
13/Jul
David Butlin
5 stars
“A well organised and very pleasant tour. Good hotels and good food. A excellent way to see the islands and Highlands of Scotland.
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Machu Picchu and the Andes
29/Jun
KM
5 stars
“I had a wonderful holiday. Peru was fascinating. Great Rail put together a great itinerary and we were very ably looked after at all points by Laura who was by far one of the best tour managers I have come across.
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Top to Toe of Italy
20/May
D Togwell
5 stars
“Absolutely fabulous ! Itinerary Guide Etc Dave & Gail
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Ultimate Australia
25/Mar
Joyce
5 stars
“Amazing experience
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