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Last Minute Holidays in Europe

There is still time to discover Europe this year. Immerse yourself in a lively collection of Imperial cities, stately architecture, and unbelievable scenes of beauty, filled with a mix of culture, fun, and comfort on our wonderful assortment of European rail tours.

With some places still to be filled on some of our favourite tours, it could be time for you to take a leap into the beauty of Europe. Germany is waiting to be explored, with a magical assortment of mountains fringed by atmospheric pine forests, and stately cities with long and turbulent histories. Perhaps the alpine countries of Austria and Switzerland are more your speed? With an excellent array of rail journeys, taking you places you wouldn't be able to see any other way. With limited spaces left on our departures, book now, and discover your new favourite destination this year.

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Catalonia & Little Trains of the Pyrenees

8 days £1,249 pp £1,149 pp

Stay in the seaside town of Roses on the shimmering Catalan coast
Journey on France's 100-year-old Little Red Train through the Pyrenean foothills
Travel through beautiful gorges on the scenic Núria Valley Rack Railway

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Five-Star Carcassonne, Châteaux & Vineyards

7 days £1,899 pp £1,799 pp

Explore the medieval fortress of Carcassonne and the Châteaux de Lastours
Indulge in lunch and wine tasting at the 17th-century Château de Pennautier
Experience First Class rail travel and luxurious 5-Star riverside accommodation

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Simply Lake Garda

10 days £1,849 pp £1,749 pp

Spend 7 nights in Desenzano on Lake Garda in 4-Star accommodation
Uncover the sites of classical cities including Venice and Verona
Take a scenic cruise to Villa Borghese-Cavazza on the lush Isola del Garda

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Highlights of the Glacier Express

4/May

S Barron

“It was a brilliant journey from start to finish. The train connections worked like clockwork and the hotels very comfortable. Every view was breathtaking and a feast for the eyes. It was my first Great Rail Journey but it won't be my last !

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All Inclusive Glacier Express

4/May

Ian SEDDON

“Being the very first ‘group’ holiday at our ripe old age, we were pleasantly captivated by the whole experience from start to finish. Every day was full on with a varied programme of rail excursions all beautifully researched and choreographed by Gordon Barr. An absolute maestro!

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Valleys & Railways of Mid Wales

4/May

Norman D Landing

“It was excellent apart from two or three minor points. Presumably to follow in this survey. Oops, there is no more. My main gripe is that there were no bottles of water in our (Superior) room. Not good for a 4-Star hotel.

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The Charms of the Channel Islands

4/May

Robert Drake

“Wonderful holiday well run by great rail good service from the hotels.

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Beautiful Basque Country: San Sebastian & Bilbao

3/May

Howarth

“An excellent experience in a hitherto, for me, unknown part of Europe. A First Class holiday in every sense of the word from the moment of meeting at St Pancras to our return. An interesting and varied programme at a good pace with an exceptional Tour Manager. The weather was...

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Classic Glacier Express

2/May

D West.

“Beautiful views, smooth journey. Lovely meal

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Roses, Cadaqués & the Catalan Coast

2/May

Tony Sanderson

“Great selection of trips and a brilliant Tour Manager. The hotel was very comfortable, this was the view from our bedroom window.

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Yorkshire Dales & Moors