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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.

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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo & Floors Castle

1/Sep

John

“Great show, quite emotional, fantastic atmosphere, very chilly (but that was expected).

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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo & the Highlands

31/Aug

Christine Charie

“Good show, well organized and we enjoyed it very much.

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Highland Adventure

30/Aug

Agnes Barnard

“Our tour manager, Ian Winter was excellent. He kept us informed of times and venues and was always on hand to answer queries. Although I know the areas very well , having driven through Scotland for many years, it was a joy not to be driving and to experience the...

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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man

26/Aug

Monica

“A great trip with a lovely caring tour manager. Timings were spot on and the outings just as planned. Our tour manager was keen to assist me with the outing for the free day which she did well. Hotel was good (even though my room was rather hot; a...

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Explore Yorkshire

21/Aug

M Palmer

“Very enjoyable

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Keukenhof Tulips, Canals & Amsterdam in Springtime

5/May

Mr Barry Smith

“Very good

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Harz Mountains Christmas Markets

1/Jan

Chris Jenkins

“Excellent Christmas Break. Very well organised and managed by the tour manager Andrew.

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Bavarian Christmas Markets

30 Dec 2024

Mr Protheroe

“It was an excellent trip with a fantastic tour manager

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Railways & Castles of Wales

2/Sep

S.Farquharson

“The leader and the content of this holiday were excellent. Perhaps Port Meirion was a bit of a disappointment. I'd like to give the holiday 5 stars, but the downer was that there were 30 on the trip - impossible to get to know them all.

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