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Welcome to the new home for Rail Discoveries. Here at Great Rail Journeys, we are marking a significant milestone as we merge our two sister brands. All the same great tours are exclusively available here on our Great Rail Journeys website and will be called our Discoveries collection.

Our commitment to delivering exceptional travel experiences is stronger than ever and we see this as an exciting new chapter. The knowledgeable Tour Managers, award-winning Customer Service team and transportation services you've come to trust with Rail Discoveries will continue seamlessly.

Our 2025 range is now ready to book, and we also have some last-minute spaces on our final 2024 tours. As always, our expert team in York is on hand, whether that is a tour you have booked, deciding on your next holiday with us or any other questions you may have.

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Bari
All Inclusive Puglia: Undiscovered Southern Italy
8 days £1,299 pp
  • Unwind in a relaxing 4-Star coastal spa hotel with a private beach
  • Discover the 'trulli' homes of Alberobello and Matera's 'sassi' cave dwellings
  • Departures from London and Manchester airports available for 2026
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Roses
Catalonia & Little Trains of the Pyrenees
8 days £1,349 pp
  • Stay in the seaside town of Roses on the shimmering Catalan coast
  • Journey on France's 100-year-old Little Red Train through the Pyrenean foothills
  • Travel through beautiful gorges on the scenic Núria Valley Rack Railway
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All Inclusive Jungfrau Express
8 days £1,849 pp
  • Embark on an all-inclusive tour of Switzerland’s stunning peaks and lakes
  • Enjoy a jaw-dropping trip to the ‘Top of Europe’ on the iconic Jungfrau Express
  • Spend 6 nights in a charming 3-star Swiss chalet-style hotel in Winderswil
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Catalonia & Little Trains of the Pyrenees
4.2 stars(589 reviews)
2025JunJulAugSepOct

From the charming seaside town of Roses, discover the glistening Catalan coast and ride into the Pyrenees, taking in the stunning scenery of France and Spain on this relaxing holiday. Experience the delightful Núria Valley Rack Railway on a journey through a peaceful valley and ride the Little Red Train from Rivesaltes to Axat in France's...

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The Charming Dordogne
4.1 stars(302 reviews)
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Based in charming Les Eyzies, explore this beautiful region renowned for picturesque villages, ancient history and excellent cuisine. Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Dordogne from the village of La Roque-Gageac and discover the spectacular cliff-side pilgrimage site of Rocamadour. Delight in the sights and smells of fresh produce on market day...

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All Inclusive Glacier Express
4.3 stars(540 reviews)
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Experience Switzerland's most spectacular train journeys from a family-run hotel in the heart of the forested Albula Valley, including drinks with dinner each evening. Travel across the Swiss Alps and past enchanting glaciers to Italy on the UNESCO-listed Bernina Express, before viewing the 'Swiss Grand Canyon' and incredible alpine scenery from...

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£1,899 pp
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The Isle of Man
4.7 stars(508 reviews)
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Delve into Celtic legacy as you explore The Isle of Man, travelling on vintage railways, discovering ancient towns, and embracing the relaxed lifestyle. Staying in the picturesque capital of Douglas, each day brings something new - from wild landscapes to fascinating history - as you tour famous sights including The Old House of Keys, historic...

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All Inclusive Puglia: Undiscovered Southern Italy
4.2 stars(561 reviews)
2025JunSepOct
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Experience Italian traditions on a relaxing, GRJ all-inclusive holiday to the unspoilt heel of southern Italy. Arriving by plane, enjoy a scenic base in a hotel overlooking the coast of Monopoli, just 50 metres from a white sandy beach. From here, we explore Puglia, a place untouched by the hands of time. Discover the spectacular trulli homes of...

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Explore Yorkshire
4.1 stars(727 reviews)
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Discover Yorkshire on this picturesque getaway by rail. With timeless towns and cities, Yorkshire is packed with rural landscapes, ancient streets, and diverse architecture, just waiting for you to explore. After checking into your hotel in the elegant town of Harrogate and visiting the coastal town of Whitby, enjoy a journey on the North...

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Highlights of the Italian Riviera
4.0 stars(312 reviews)
2025JunAugSepOct
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Explore the delightful Italian Riviera from a base in Chiavari and view the colourful cliffside Cinque Terre villages on a cruise. Relax on a cruise to glamorous Portofino, a popular village set within a natural harbour, before uncovering San Fruttuoso abbey, located on a beach in a peaceful cove. Delve into the history of Genoa, the former city...

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All Inclusive Jungfrau Express
4.5 stars(314 reviews)
2025AugSepOct
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Embark on an amazing all-inclusive tour of the Swiss Alps, based in the chocolate-box village of Wilderswil, where dinner and drinks are provided each evening. From this picture-perfect location, enjoy a jaw-dropping trip to Europe's highest railway station on the iconic Jungfrau Express to marvel at snow-capped peaks and the stunning Aletsch...

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All Inclusive Bavaria’s Romantic Road
4.2 stars(176 reviews)
2025JunJulAugSepOct

Discover beautiful Bavaria on an all-inclusive tour of Germany's wonderful 'Romantic Road', with superb excursions including to the world-famous Neuschwanstein Castle - a fairytale fortress of piercing towers clinging to densely forested hills. On an exploration of one of Germany's most picturesque regions, experience the charming serenity of...

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Norway’s Fjords & Railways
4.3 stars(55 reviews)
2025JulAugSep

Uncover elegant Oslo and the charming port of Bergen on guided tours of Norway's two largest cities. Encounter jaw-dropping landscapes on a train journey along the Bergen Railway, basking in the beauty of this gorgeous country's natural wonders as they roll by your window. Stop to view amazing waterfalls as you travel on the Flåm Railway, one of...

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All Inclusive Calabria: Italy’s Hidden Gem
4.0 stars(97 reviews)
2025Sep
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Fly direct to the unspoilt toe of Italy to uncover the hidden beauty of Calabria from an all-inclusive hotel in the lovely coastal village of Tropea. Cruise to the volcanic island of Stromboli, the 'lighthouse of the Tyrrhenian Sea', to witness its colourful eruptions by night. Discover the timeless towns of Scilla and Pizzo on the sparkling...

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All Inclusive Glacier Express in Winter
4.7 stars(140 reviews)
2026JanFebMar

Discover the magic of a Swiss winter on this seasonal holiday based in the scenic Albula Valley. Experience Switzerland's most spectacular train journeys from a family-run hotel, including drinks with dinner each evening. Travel across the Swiss Alps and past enchanting glaciers to Italy on the UNESCO-listed route of the Bernina Express, before...

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All Inclusive Bavaria’s Romantic Road
1/Jun
Janet Howard
5 stars
“Southern Germany is lovely and your itinerary allowed us to see some of this. Your tour leader worked so hard to ensure we were aware of the most interesting, and historic areas, I really enjoyed the tour
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Catalonia & Little Trains of the Pyrenees
1/Jun
HEATHER SQUIBB
5 stars
“Only our second trip with Great Rail , the first to Yorkshire was very good. This trip was extremely good but did involve some long journeys, the first from London to Roses via Paris starting in London Eurostar at 7.30 and arriving at our destination at around 20.30 local time....
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All Inclusive Glacier Express
1/Jun
Maureen Irving
5 stars
“Extremely well run
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Sicily, Etna & the Aeolian Islands
31/May
Raymond POAD
5 stars
“Good hotel and food. Excellent tour manager in Della Cogan.
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Nice & the French Riviera
31/May
V.A.
5 stars
“I have already sent you my review of this excellent tour. Itinerary was perfect with two full free days.
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All Inclusive Lake Garda
29/May
Celia Braithwaite
5 stars
“Beautiful place ,hotel great (Centralle ) Food excellent lovely staff . Just perfect
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Loch Lomond & The Scottish Highlands
28/May
Mrs Clark
5 stars
“This was my first tour with the company, I couldn’t praise it too highly. The tour guide was excellent, so helpful and informative. I shall definitely go on another holiday with you
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The Charming Dordogne
28/May
William Comerford
5 stars
“Lots of beautiful sights and stress free . Looked after really well by our lovely guide.
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Highlights of the Basque Country
27/May
MR D'Arcy-Hughes
5 stars
“It was complete! A friendly and comfortable hotel, in a top location; breakfasts and dinners excellent. A wonderful group of fellow travellers, brought together by the best Tour Manager possible.
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