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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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Lakes & Dales by Rail

28/Aug

Mrs Acrise Faulkner

“It was a well organised, relaxed trip with really pleasant day trips. We enjoyed everyday and could easily have stayed longer. We were very lucky with the weather and the scenery was spectacular in places. The group was very friendly and the leader extremely helpful and...

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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo & the Highlands

28/Aug

nigel sloane

“This iconic venue did not fail to impress. The drama of the experience was astounding from start to finish, all participant performances were excellent.

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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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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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Highland Adventure

28/Aug

Margaret Woodley

“Could have done with more information on places passing through whilst travelling on long coach trips, also on the train journeys

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Railways & Castles of Wales

28/Aug

Mr West

“Lots of potentially brilliant activities but squashed into three days and a day off. Would have been much better spread out over the four days, with either longer on each visit/activity or an earlier return to the hotel for looking round Llandudno.

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Norwich & the Norfolk Broads

31/Jul

Mr John Holmes

“The combination of Heritage Rail, Cruise on the Broads, Historic House and Seaside Resort was winning.

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