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If you'd like to escape for just a few days, look no further than our magnificent selection of short breaks in the Great British Isles and Europe. From a short cultural getaway immersing yourself in the history of medieval Bruges, to a long weekend discovering the outstanding beauty of the Great British Isles, our varied collection of short break holidays mean that no matter how little time you have to spare, you always have time for an exciting getaway. We believe that you shouldn't have to compromise on quality just because you're short on time, so we strive to ensure that our short break itineraries are packed with unforgettable excursions, carefully chosen hotels and many delicious meals.

Our customers love our Short Breaks tours

Railways and Castles of Wales

1/Jun

John Griffin

“Railways and Castles of Wales is a tour to be recommended The nine places visited were all interesting and complemented each other. Hotel very good as was the tour guide and coach driver All in all a good holiday I shall be booking again with Great Rail Journeys

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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man

30/May

val horsfall

“Interesting ,informative ,and very enjoyable The tour manager Maria was very good She ensured the holiday ran smoothly and was extremely helpful

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Norwich, Sandringham and the Norfolk Broads

26/May

Warner

“Super holiday, great hotel,

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Yorkshire Dales and Moors

24/May

V Skaife

“Very well organised ,excellent tour manager and hotel accommodation. Lovely views of the surrounding countryside from the trains and coaches and interesting visits to a variety of attractions. A very enjoyable holiday.

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South Devon, Dartmouth, and The English Riviera

3/May

Glynis

“Well run, lovely hotel. Good location.

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Harz Mountains Christmas Markets

15/Jan

Susan Rose

“The 3 towns you visit are all full of charm and character with real Christmas Markets that have a wonderful olde worlde atmosphere which can onky truly be apprecuated after dark. Excellent Tour Manager, Graham, who together with Abbey back at GRJ York, managed to still get us back to London on alternative trains due to German train drivers calling in sick (strangely, on World Cup Final Day!!!) which meant we missed our Eurostar so new tickets had to be booked and issued in Brussels.

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Christmas Markets of the Rhine

30 Dec 2022

H Townsend

“Luxurious, interesting, supportive, friendly staff, lovely experience. A very relaxing well curated voyage of discovery down the Rhine.

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Highland Adventure

30/May

J Dormon

“The holiday was very enjoyable, the hotel was comfortable, the staff pleasant and helpful. The flight of stone steps leading to the hotel entrance was challenging for elderly visitors with luggage. Our friendly tour manager Atha was a mine of information and useful tips and kept us on track. Visits to the Commando Memorial, Eileen Donan Castle and the Culloden Battlefield Tour were well worthwhile. It was disappointing that we did not have enough time in Mallaig and no time in Fort William due to the railway timetable. There was more coach travel than expected but Scotland’s countryside bright with gorse and broom and costal scenic views were beautiful.

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Peebles, the Edinburgh Tattoo and Floors Castle

05 Sep 2022

mr anthony greenhalgh

“Enjoyed the Tattoo but too many bus rides in and out of Glasgow. Disappointed that the visit to the Falkirk wheel,

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A short break with Great Rail Journeys puts the world within easy reach; we take care of all arrangements in advance, from travel to accommodation to meals and excursions, so that you can relax with the peace of mind that comes with knowing that every aspect of your holiday is taken care of before your departure. All of our tours include the services of a professional Tour Manager, who will be on hand to guarantee that your time away is as enjoyable and relaxing as possible, and will happily assist you with anything from travel advice to restaurant recommendations.

An escorted rail holiday is a perfect way to experience a destination in a short amount of time, as it makes the journey a part of the adventure. From the moment your tour departs you can sit back and relax, taking in the scenic views as they roll past your window, and socialising with fellow, like-minded passengers.

So whether you'd prefer a short city break, discovering the history and culture of Europe, or a relaxing escape closer to home, travelling on some of the most charming railways in the Great British Isles, browse our extensive range of holidays listed below to find your next short break, or call one of our Tour Advisors today for more information.

Short Breaks

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Europe 2023

Europe 2023