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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 £1,449 pp £1,349 pp
  • New departures from Manchester now available for selected 2026 dates
  • 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
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Roses
Catalonia & Little Trains of the Pyrenees
8 days £1,249 pp £1,149 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 £1,749 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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All Inclusive Glacier Express
4.3 stars(521 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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Catalonia & Little Trains of the Pyrenees
4.2 stars(552 reviews)
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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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All Inclusive Puglia: Undiscovered Southern Italy
4.3 stars(512 reviews)
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Experience traditional Italy on a relaxing all-inclusive, fly-rail holiday to the unspoilt heel of southern Italy. Based in a spa hotel overlooking the beautiful coast of Monopoli, just 50 meters from a gorgeous white sandy beach, we explore the undiscovered region of Puglia, dotted with historic ports, white-washed villages and unique ancient...

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The Charming Dordogne
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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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Highlights of the Italian Riviera
4.0 stars(304 reviews)
2025JunAugSepOct

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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The Isle of Man
4.6 stars(492 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 Jungfrau Express
4.5 stars(304 reviews)
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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 Lake Garda
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Soak up the laid-back atmosphere of one of Italy's most beautiful lakes on an all-inclusive holiday to peaceful Lake Garda. Sail to the idyllic lakeside towns of Sirmione and Malcesine to uncover colourful streets, impressive scenery and amazing views. Enjoy guided tours of two of the region's most fantastic and fascinating cities as you explore...

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Norwich & Norfolk
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Discover the great city of Norwich on a guided tour, and explore the meandering waterways and famous heritage railways of Norfolk. From our base in historic Norwich, we enjoy a guided tour of this culture-rich city before scenic journeys on the Mid and North Norfolk railways, a cruise through the Norfolk Broads on a Mississippi paddle boat, and a...

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Highlights of the Basque Country
4.4 stars(67 reviews)
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Explore the beautiful Basque coast of Spain and France from the seaside town of Hondarribia, visiting coastal fishing towns and stylish cities, discovering the cuisine, art and culture of this fascinating region, and riding the Petit Train de La Rhune with its panoramic views across the Atlantic Ocean and the Pyrenees. This holiday is based in...

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All Inclusive Austria: Highlights of the Alps
4.1 stars(54 reviews)
2025JunSepOct

Experience amazing alpine views of mountains and lakes based in the charming Tyrolean town of Kirchberg. Enjoy a tour of the musical city of Salzburg, the hometown of Mozart, and journey to a dramatic mountaintop retreat that played an infamous role in 20th-century European history. Travel by train through the gorgeous Ziller Valley to the...

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All Inclusive Bavaria’s Romantic Road
4.2 stars(164 reviews)
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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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All Inclusive Jungfrau Express
12/May
Keith
5 stars
“A well organised trip to the Interlaken area with plenty to do each day. A very comfortable hotel with a varied menu through the week, including a packed lunch each day. A very enjoyable holiday.
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All Inclusive Puglia: Undiscovered Southern Italy
12/May
John Moore
5 stars
“The trip started off badly at Gatwick Airport where the rep was standing with the "Great Railways" clipboard against her body and not obviously trying to gather the group together. It improved when the Tour Manager arrived and took control. When we arrived at the hotel I was...
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All Inclusive Bavaria’s Romantic Road
12/May
Jacqueline
5 stars
“Wonderful experience, hotel good and Deborah our tour organiser did a great job.
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All Inclusive Calabria: Italy’s Hidden Gem
10/May
C Walton
5 stars
“Loved every minute of this holiday!
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Isle of Wight
10/May
customer
5 stars
“A good time of year to go. No queues. Osborne House was very interesting, the staff there were very communicative. Carisbrook Castle was very interesting. Pete, the coach drive was a fund of local knowledge and Katie, our tour manager was very good. Although Sandown was rather rundown,...
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Lakes & Dales by Rail
9/May
Georgina
5 stars
“Great little break. A nice mix of rail,boat, castle and coach. Hotel very convenient for the station. Also we had a superb few days of sunny weather.
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Netherlands in Springtime
9/May
Karen
5 stars
“Fabulous trip, well organised and run perfectly by the lovely Lorraine.
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Explore Yorkshire
9/May
Kevin Snapes
5 stars
“Excellent from start to finish. Heritage railways and local history
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The Isle of Man
9/May
Andrew Whiteoak
5 stars
“Having a pass for the full week so that we could either choose to join the tours, or explore the steam trains, electric light rail, horse driven trams and mountain railway ourselves was amazing. GRJ did give us false information in saying hotel meals were served at the table -...
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