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Short Breaks

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.

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.

Our customers love our Short Breaks tours

Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man

17/Sep

O Scholes

“Fantastic boats, steam trains, electric trains, mountain trains, valley trains & the Great Laxey Wheel

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Norwich and the Norfolk Broads

17/Sep

Jenny Young

“Well organised, well timed, lovely hotel and knowledgeable tour manager.

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Railways and Castles of Wales

16/Sep

christina

“great holiday with castles and steam trains. hotel excellent, food was lovely. Tour guide very helpful and knowledgable

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Royal Deeside and Glamis Castle

16/Sep

Doreen Guest

“The tour was very well organised and ran very smoothly, helped by an extremely good friendly guide who engaged fully with all the group. The visits were very good particularly Glamis Castle and also the Highland cow farm and the gin distillery. The only disappointment was the failure of Tornado...

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Lakes and Dales by Rail

14/Sep

Jill Greenough

“Excellent tour with excellent guide Chris Dunn

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Highland Adventure

14/Sep

Paulette Compton

“We thoroughly enjoyed our Scottish Highlands 5-day tour. Very organized, lovely hotel in Inverness and the best tour guide, Sandra. There were no disappointments and we definitely would book another tour, hopefully soon!

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Edinburgh Tattoo & Floors Castle

6/Sep

Gordon Howat

“Very good trip

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Harz Mountains Christmas Markets

30 Dec 2023

Dale Buche

“It was overall a wonderful trip. The trains were great. The accommodations were wonderful and most of all our tour guide was exceptionally great. The towns we visited were everything I hoped they would be.

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Christmas Markets of the Rhine

25 Dec 2023

Melanie Gold

“This 4-city cruise was a great introduction to the Rhine and the fabulous German Christmas markets. Food was excellent, the stateroom felt luxurious, the walking tours informative, and for travelers who speak only English, there are no language barriers. Most helpful was our Great Rail Journeys coordinator, who gave...

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