Travel Styles
The Journey Is the Destination
All aboard for a one-of-a-kind adventure with our Rail Holidays collection. If you're a traveller who revels in the romance of train journeys, picturesque landscapes, and a leisurely pace of exploration, you're in for a treat. Our rail holidays are meticulously crafted to combine the nostalgia of train travel with the excitement of discovering new destinations.
Embark on iconic rail routes that traverse breathtaking scenery, from the majestic peaks of the Swiss Alps to the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountains in Canada, from Japan's bullet train network to the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Whether you're yearning for a luxurious sleeper car experience or seeking to uncover the cultural gems of charming towns along the way, our rail holidays offer a unique perspective on the world.
Sit back, relax, and watch the world go by from the comfort of an elegantly appointed carriage. We redefine travel as an experience to be savoured, not just a destination to be reached.
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Europe
Glacier Express, Bernina Express, and the Golden Pass, dramatic mountain scenery, crystal lakes, and charming alpine villages seen from panoramic rail carriages.
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North America
The Rocky Mountaineer is one of the world's most celebrated train journeys, two days of breathtaking scenery through Banff, Jasper, and the BC coast. Combine with Vancouver or Calgary.
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Asia
The Shinkansen bullet train network unlocks Japan in style, Tokyo to Kyoto in under 2.5 hours, with stops in Hiroshima, Osaka, and Nara. Seamlessly efficient and uniquely Japanese.
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Asia
One of the world's most luxurious trains, travelling through Rajasthan, Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur in palatial style. Private cabins, gourmet dining, and immersive cultural experiences at every stop.
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Africa
"The Pride of Africa", Rovos Rail offers unrivalled luxury on routes between Cape Town, Pretoria, and Victoria Falls. Elegantly restored vintage carriages, fine dining, and an extraordinary sense of occasion.
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Tell us which part of the world you'd like to explore by rail and we'll design the perfect itinerary around it.
What's Included
We design your rail holiday as a complete experience, from the moment you leave home to the moment you return, with everything arranged for maximum comfort and enjoyment.
First-class tickets on iconic routes, rail passes where applicable, and seat reservations all arranged in advance.
Return flights from UK airports included in most packages, with business class upgrades available for longer-haul rail adventures.
Quality accommodation at each stop, from boutique guesthouses in alpine villages to grand city-centre hotels, chosen to complement the rail journey.
Private guides, cultural experiences, and sightseeing tours available at key destinations along the route, so you make the most of every stop.
All rail holidays are fully PTS protected, your investment is secure from the moment you book.
Why Choose Us
We know which routes, carriages, and timings deliver the best experience, and we share that knowledge with you.
Multi-stop rail journeys designed around your pace, interests, and preferred combination of destinations.
Members of Protected Trust Services (PTS), securing the best rates on rail tickets, flights, and accommodation.
All bookings are fully financially protected, travel with complete peace of mind.
UK-based specialists available throughout your journey, so you're never on your own out there.
FAQs
Absolutely. Our packages are designed to make rail travel as straightforward as possible, whether you're a seasoned train enthusiast or discovering rail travel for the first time. We take care of all the ticket arrangements, reservations, and connections, so you can simply enjoy the journey without worrying about logistics.
Yes. You can select your destinations, the class of travel, onward excursions, accommodation preferences, and how long you spend at each stop. Whether you want to focus on a single iconic route or combine multiple countries, we design the itinerary entirely around your preferences.
Many rail packages include return flights from major UK airports, your advisor will confirm exactly what is included for your chosen itinerary. For European rail journeys, some clients prefer to travel by Eurostar or other rail connections from London, which we can also arrange.
This depends on the train. Luxury trains such as the Rocky Mountaineer, Rovos Rail, and the Maharajas' Express include gourmet dining as part of the experience. Other scenic trains such as the Glacier Express have dining cars where meals can be purchased onboard. We'll always advise exactly what's included for your chosen route.
An enormous range. Popular choices include Switzerland, Canada (Rocky Mountaineer), Japan (Shinkansen), India (Maharajas' Express), South Africa (Rovos Rail), Norway (Bergen Line), Scotland (Caledonian Sleeper), Peru (Machu Picchu), Vietnam (Reunification Express), and the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express across Europe. We can tailor itineraries across all these routes and more.
A rail holiday typically involves travelling point-to-point between destinations, staying in hotels along the way. A "rail cruise" usually means sleeping aboard a luxury train (such as Rovos Rail or the Orient-Express) where the train itself is your accommodation and restaurant. Both types are available through us, your advisor will help you decide which suits your style best.
Simply fill in the enquiry form below or call us on 0330 043 7791. Tell us which part of the world you'd like to explore, your approximate travel dates, and whether you have any particular routes or trains in mind, and one of our advisors will come back with tailored ideas and a no-obligation quote.
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