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Experience travel more effortlessly, with rail holidays designed around your plans from the outset. 


Whether you’re setting off on classic European routes from your local UK station or venturing further afield on a long-haul rail adventure, the journey itself becomes part of the experience. With your accommodation, transfers, and travel all carefully arranged, you’re free to relax, take it in, and enjoy the changing landscapes along the way.


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Scenic

Switzerland


This unforgettable eight-night Swiss rail journey showcases the country’s highlights. Stay in St Moritz and ride the Bernina Express, then travel on the Glacier Express to Zermatt to see the Matterhorn. Continue to Montreux before heading to Lucerne, where you’ll enjoy three nights with trips to Mount Pilatus and the Jungfrau Railway.


Itinerary:

Fly UK > Zurich - St Moritz - Zermatt - Montreux - Lucerne > Fly UK


9 nights from £2,475pp*

What’s included?

• One of the world's most scenic rail journeys on board the Bernina Express

• Enjoy the spectacular Glacier Express through the mountainous heart of Switzerland

• The highest railway station in Europe, atop the world-famous Jungfrau Railway

• Bed & breakfast


Various departures until 2028

Book by 31st May 2026

Price based on 2 adults sharing

Fly from LHR*

Regional departures available at a supplement

All applicable taxes and government charges are included in the total price


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Berlin, Prague, Vienna & Budapest


Ride the rails from west to east, taking in four historic European capitals in one holiday. Travel aboard comfortable, high-speed trains as you take in the colourful history of Berlin, the spire-woven skyline of Prague, the grandiose musical heritage of Vienna and the tranquil thermal baths of Budapest.


Itinerary:

Berlin - Prague - Vienna - Budapest > Fly UK


8 nights from £1,275pp*

What’s included?

• Explore four capital cities in one holiday

• Travel along the rails in style with high-speed journeys between cities

• Unearth historic landmarks and medieval architecture in the Imperial Cities

​• Bed & breakfast



Various departures until 2028

​Book by 31st May 2026

Price based on 2 adults sharing

Eurostar from London and inbound flight to LHR*

Regional departures available at a supplement

All applicable taxes and government charges are included in the total price


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Lake Como & The Swiss Alps


Discover northern Italy and Switzerland on a scenic rail journey. Start in Milan, explore Lake Como, then ride the Bernina Express to St. Moritz. Continue on the Glacier Express to Grindelwald, visit Jungfraujoch, and finish in Zurich, blending culture, comfort, and unforgettable Alpine views.


Itinerary:

Fly UK > Milan - Lake Como - Milan - St Moritz - Grindelwald - Zurich > Fly UK


11 nights from £3,076pp*

What’s included?

• Enjoy the shimmering turquoise lake and stunning mountains in St. Moritz

• Travel onboard the iconic red carriages of the Bernina Express

• Travel onboard the legendary panoramic carriages of the Glacier Express

• Bed & breakfast


Various departures until 2028

​Book by 31st May 2026

Price based on 2 adults sharing

Fly from LHR*

Regional departures available at a supplement

All applicable taxes and government charges are included in the total price


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Trans-Canada & Rockies Adventure with ​Rocky Mountaineer


Take the ultimate tour of Canada from coast to coast, including journeys on two iconic trains! Starting in Toronto, first discover the cascading waters of Niagara Falls on a breathtaking day trip, then take the Canadian train for an epic journey across rural landscapes to the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Explore the wonders of Jasper and Banff National Parks and the turquoise waters of Lake Louise before boarding the famed Rocky Mountaineer for the breathtaking journey to Vancouver!


Itinerary:

Toronto - Jasper - Lake Louise - Banff - Kamloops - Vancouver


12 nights from £4,909pp*

(tour only)

What’s included?

• Board the iconic blue and gold carriages of the Rocky Mountaineer for a scenic journey through Canada's breathtaking mountainous vistas

• Sightseeing tour of the Icefields Parkway and the Canadian Rockies

• Sightseeing in all destinations

• Varied meal plan


Various departures until 2028

​Book by 31st May 2026

Price based on 2 adults sharing

Regional departures available at a supplement

All applicable taxes and government charges are included in the total price


Historic palace complex amid lush trees with mountains and a blue sky in the background

Andalucian Explorer


Discover the stunning seaside beauty and the exotic Moorish roots of Southern Spain’s Andalucian region on this eight-night holiday by air and rail. Your journey begins in Malaga, on Spain’s southern coast, where you’ll enjoy two days of sightseeing before journeying by train to Granada, Cordoba and the fascinating Andalucian capital of Seville. Experience all the best of Southern Spain with this journey to its most vibrant cities!


Itinerary:

Fly UK > Malaga - Granada - Cordoba - Seville - Malaga > Fly UK


8 nights from £1,625pp*

What’s included?

• Tour the lavish Alhambra Palace in Granada

• Discover the Mezquita in Cordoba, one of the world's greatest Islamic buildings

• Explore the amazing Royal Palace of Alcázar in Seville

​• Bed & breakfast


Various departures until 2028

​Book by 31st May 2026

Price based on 2 adults sharing

Fly from LHR*

Regional departures available at a supplement

All applicable taxes and government charges are included in the total price


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The Indian Pacific


Experience an unforgettable rail adventure from Sydney to Perth. Explore Sydney before boarding the iconic Indian Pacific, travelling in Gold Service through the Blue Mountains, vast outback, and the Nullarbor Plain. End in Perth, a vibrant contrast to the dramatic landscapes along the way.


Itinerary:

Sydney - Perth


9 nights from £3,849pp*

(tour only)

What’s included?

​• Admire the breathtaking view in the Blue Mountains

• Sample some of Australia’s best wines in the Hunter Valley

• Experience a cross-country journey on board the Indian Pacific train

​• Bed & breakfast


Various departures until 2028

​Book by 31st May 2026

Price based on 2 adults sharing

Regional departures available at a supplement

All applicable taxes and government charges are included in the total price

*Full T&Cs apply. We act as an agent for Railbookers. ABTA: Y6401, ATOL: 7579, registered office: 107-111 Fleet Street, Greater London, United Kingdom, EC4A 2AB. Prices includes all known mandatory charges. Prices are from, subject to availability, and may change.


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