Rail Holidays and Train Journeys 2022/2023

ESCORTED HOLIDAYS BY TRAIN

From the Petit Train Jaune through the sun-soaked French Pyrenees to Japan's iconic bullet trains and the "toy train" that winds through the Himalayan foothills from Kandaghat to Shimla, the world is criss-crossed by unique, unforgettable rail journeys.

Travel with us and explore the world, from historic cities and towns to scenic mountains and valleys, on our wonderful rail holidays. Watch the winding river canyons and pristine forests of Canada's most scenic train ride roll by from the comfort of the Rocky Mountaineer, or admire Austrian mountain pastures from the carriages of the Zillertal Steam Railway. Take a vintage UK rail holiday through the rolling hills and pastures of the Isle of Man, or across the glens and moors of the Scottish Highlands.

Take in the extraordinary wonders and sights of Europe on an escorted rail holiday. Explore the glorious scenery of the Dolomites on board the Renon railway, or soak up the astonishing Alpine views as you ride the Bernina Express to St Moritz. Travel to St Petersburg from Moscow's Leningrad Station, or see the forest-filled valleys of Norway's fjordlands as the world-famous Flamsbana railway carries you from Myrdal to Flam.

Whether your carriages are steam-hauled along lovingly restored lines or diesel-hauled on scheduled routes, and whether your rail holiday takes you to Europe, Canada or even further afield, you'll be free to let the train take the strain as you travel to fascinating destinations, and explore exhilarating heights often inaccessible by road.

Scottish Highland Railways

4.14 (2628 reviews)
United Kingdom, Scotland, British Isles

3 excursions included
8 meals included
Rail travel from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh - a truly spectacular ride through the remote northern Highlands and alongside Loch Carron
Journey on the steam-hauled Strathspey Railway
Cross the Glenfinnan Viaduct, as seen in the Harry Potter films, on a train ride from Fort William to Mallaig

Historic Railways of the Isle of Man

4.47 (496 reviews)
United Kingdom, British Isles

3 excursions included
8 meals included
Journey on the narrow-gauge Isle of Man Steam Railway
Ride the Manx Electric Railway to historic Derby Castle Station
Take a trip on the Snaefell Mountain Railway

Little Trains of the Pyrenees

4.11 (204 reviews)
France, Spain

4 excursions included
1 meal included
Spend five nights on the beautiful Costa Brava
Enjoy the views from the Roses Express road train
Ride the Little Yellow Train to the French Pyrenees

Little Trains of the Dolomites

3.82 (90 reviews)
Italy

3 excursions included
14 meals included
Ride the Renon narrow-gauge railway to Collabro
Journey by rail from Mezzolombardo to Caldes
Enjoy the views from the Soprabolzano cable-car

Lake Como, St Moritz & the Bernina Express

3.73 (227 reviews)
Italy, Switzerland

3 excursions included
14 meals included
Discover Bellagio, "Italy's most beautiful town"
Enjoy a cruise on Lake Como
Ride the Bernina Express to St Moritz

Moscow & St Petersburg

4.36 (440 reviews)
Russia

2 excursions included
6 meals included
Spend three nights in the heart of Moscow
Spend three nights in St Petersburg
Enjoy a fascinating guided tour of the Russian capital

India's Golden Triangle & Shimla

4.55 (40 reviews)
India

12 excursions included
34 meals included
Watching the sun set (and rise) behind the Taj Mahal
Riding the "toy train" from Kandaghat to Shimla
Searching for Ranthambhore's tigers on two included safaris

Japan - Land of the Rising Sun

4.41 (58 reviews)
Japan

8 excursions included
13 meals included
Explore Himeji, Japan’s best-preserved feudal-era fortress
Take the train to Nara, Japan’s 6th-century capital with its sacred deer
Experience bustling Osaka, ‘Japan’s Kitchen’

Canada - Niagara Falls to Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer

Canada

5 excursions included
Gaze in awe at tumultuous Niagara Falls
Enjoy a journey on the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer
UNESCO-listed Québec City, Canada's only walled city

Lake Como & Alpine Railways

4.18 (54 reviews)
Italy, Switzerland

2 excursions included
10 meals included
Enjoy the magic of Italy's romantic lake
Ride on the historic Como-Brunate funicular
Journey on the Bernina Express from Tirano to St Moritz

Swiss Alpine Glories and the GoldenPass Train

Switzerland

3 excursions included
12 meals included
Spend a week in the celebrated resort of Chateau d’Oex
Rest and relax in the idyllic surroundings of the Pays d’Enhaut (Upper Country)
Discover medieval gem and cheese-making village Gruyères

Discover Mallorca & the Orange Blossom Train

Spain

3 excursions included
5 meals included
Enjoy a stay in Palma, Mallorca’s historic capital
Walking tour of the atmospheric Old Town and the majestic cathedral
Board the Orange Blossom Train for the hour-long journey through the pretty countryside

Undiscovered Southern Sardinia & the Little Green Train

Italy

3 excursions included
14 meals included
Discover some of Europe’s most stunning beaches
Explore historic island capital, Cagliari, once a Roman stronghold
Riding the Little Green Train through the mountainous interior

Indian Rail Journeys - Amritsar Shimla & the Taj

India

12 excursions included
26 meals included
Stay at some wonderful boutique ‘home-stay’ and Heritage hotels
Discover Old and New Delhi and enjoy a rickshaw ride
A guided tour of Agra, ‘City of Love’ and the ‘Taj’

Peru – Land of the Incas

Peru

14 excursions included
13 meals included
Uncover the secrets of one of the world’s most colourful countries
Tour Lima, the ‘City of Kings’ Fly to Cusco and the fabled Sacred Valleyour Lima, the ‘City of Kings’ Fly to Cusco and the fabled Sacred Valley
Narrow- gauge Vistadome train ride, to Machu Picchu – the lost city of the Incas

Canada's Rocky Mountaineer

4.64 (22 reviews)
Canada

1 excursion included
4 meals included
Enjoy a journey on the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer
Stay in Banff, the capital of the Rockies
A two-night stay in the alpine town of Jasper

Peru – Land of the Incas with Amazon Extension

Peru

25 excursions included
24 meals included
Narrow- gauge Vistadome train ride, to Machu Picchu – the lost city of the Incas
Explore the Sacred Valley and the ruined Inca stronghold of Ollantaytambo
Visit Cusco, a remarkable living citadel

Alaska Cruise & the Rocky Mountaineer

Alaska, Canada

1 excursion included
24 meals included
A journey on the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer
A seven-night cruise through the Inside Passage and awe-inspiring Alaskan waters
Visits to Juneau, Skagway and colourful Ketchikan

Rail Holiday FAQs

First time on a rail holiday? Here are some questions (and answers!) you may find useful...

What is a rail holiday?

A rail holiday is a holiday that involves sections of travelling done by rail.
Where do rail holidays go?

Our rail holidays go to a variety of destinations that have iconic railways, including Scotland, the Isle of Man, Japan, Switzerland, Canada and India.
Will I have to sleep on the train?

No. Our rail holidays incorporate journeys on iconic railways, but not long 30-hour trips. Every rail holiday is different, but you can look always look forward a comfortable bed at the end of each day.
What are the advantages of rail holidays?

Rail holidays allow you to sit back and relax in comfort and style as you take in the wonderful scenery of the word's most iconic train journeys, often inaccessible to road vehicles.