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Escorted Summer Rail Tours

Enjoy a fabulous summer tour to some of the world's most beautiful and best-loved destinations, as these places reach their warmest temperatures. From city breaks in the sunshine to Italian lakeside getaways or even more adventurous discoveries of the USA, spend your summer enjoying an ideal balance between sightseeing and free time to enjoy your own pursuits.

Explore some of the most picturesque towns and villages of France and Italy where the fruit of olive groves and vineyards that carpet rural hillsides ripen in the sunshine. Whether your perfect summer break entails taking in some of the best festivals, experiencing the freedom of the great outdoors, reclining on a beach or immersing yourself in history and culture of somewhere new, a summer rail tour with Great Rail Journeys promises a host of memorable sights, activities and experiences for everyone.

Summer is a time for making the most of every minute, and with Great Rail Journeys you'll be in the safe hands of one of our experienced Tour Managers who'll make sure that every aspect of your summer rail tour is as easy, worry-free and enjoyable as possible. Your accommodation is hand-picked by us to ensure that you enjoy the best location, facilities and can relax in comfort. The excursions we choose are intended to allow our guests to experience some of the best natural, cultural and historical aspects of a destination, helping to make our summer rail tours even more enjoyable and unforgettable.

Our customers love our Summer Tours tours

Norwich & Norfolk

20/Oct

Adrian McCarthy

“It was a very well managed tour. Our Tour manager was very good. A lot was crammed into each day. The bus driver was very good and added a lot of enjoyment with his narration. All the destinations we visited were very good. The hotel was clean and comfortable, the staff courteous...

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Cotswolds & The Severn Valley

20/Oct

Mrs Elizabeth Cook

“Good value for money. Hotel opposite Foregate station. Very good food at hotel and pleasant room. Knowledgeable guide

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Traditional Glacier Express

20/Oct

Mr B

“Unique experience

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Five-Star Jungfrau Express All Inclusive

20/Oct

Dr Kitchen

“Fantastic holiday making the most of the amazing Swiss railways in the Bernese Oberland. Although the autumnal weather was mixed, we had great views of the lakes and mountains on most days. Friendly group, great tour manager and good food in a lovely hotel overlooking the river in Interlaken....

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Edinburgh, Fort William and The West Highlands

20/Oct

Paul Campbell

“I have had many holidays with GRJ,but this was one of the best. Admittedly,the weather was kind for October. Some of the places we visited were new to me,some I had been to before but I was glad to see them again. Excellent tour manager (Deborah) and friendly travelling companions. Good length of holiday,and...

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Edinburgh, the Highlands and Islands

19/Oct

Dorcas Holzapfel

“Our Tour Manager, Andrea Kinnear, was perfect for this tour! Warm, friendly, well informed, approachable and a great sense of humor.

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Lake Maggiore, Lake Orta and the Alps

19/Oct

gordon stuart

“Stresa is a great place to stay on this trip, close to the islands on the lake, full of nice shops and restaurants. Close to the train station and lovely walks beside the lake.

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The Sensational Isles of Scilly

19/Oct

Denise

“Very interesting tour great to have a local guide, excellent local knowledge. Weather was variable and Neil could work around that. Seamless organisaton, loved the overnight train

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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man

19/Oct

A Allen

“It was a well organised and enjoyable tour of the Isle of Man and we were very impressed with the Claremont Hotel, Douglas. Thank you.

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Escorted Summer Rail Tours

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