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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
6 days £845 pp £795 pp
  • Explore the Isle of Man aboard historic trains and enjoy 5 nights in 4-Star hotels
  • Ascend Snaefell on the British Isles’ only electric mountain railway for great views
  • Enjoy a guided drive on the TT racing circuit with commentary from a racer
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The Highlands by Steam
Edinburgh & the Highlands by Steam
6 days £945 pp £845 pp
  • Enjoy Edinburgh before exploring Scotland's lochs, mountains and glens
  • Travel the West Highland Line on the world famous Jacobite Steam Train
  • Spend 5 nights in 3-star hotels in Edinburgh and Blair Atholl
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Castle Howard
Yorkshire Dales and Moors
5 days £895 pp £845 pp
  • Discover Yorkshire's beloved countryside from a luxurious country house hotel
  • Explore the Yorkshire Moors and Yorkshire Dales, and visit Robin Hood's Bay
  • Journey on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway and Wensleydale Railway
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British Isles - Rail and Escorted Holidays

From the Scottish Highlands to the Isles of Scilly, the British Isles has centuries of history, culture and stunning landscapes to uncover. Explore historic cities, journey on celebrated heritage railways across ancient landscapes and sail to untouched islands such as Skye, Orkney, or the Isle of Wight.

Our escorted tours reveal many treasures of the British Isles and Ireland. Wherever you wish to explore, from the remote Outer Hebrides and the Scottish Glens, Yorkshire and Northumberland to Dublin and the Enchanting Emerald Isle, we have a tour to match.

Discover unique sites such as the Ancient Stones & Treasures of Wiltshire and other inspiring destinations in England, Scotland and Wales all year round, or consider one of our ever-popular seasonal Christmas tours for a truly memorable festive season.

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York
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Glorious Yorkshire
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Isle of Man
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The Isle of Man
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Skye, Orkney and the Wild North
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Skye, Orkney and the Wild North
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Railways of Wales
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Railways of Wales
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Edinburgh, Highlands & Islands
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Highland Adventure
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York Minster

 

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Stonehenge

 

  • Portmerion Village
  • Elien Donan Castle
  • Stonehenge
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North York Moors railway

 

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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
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Highland Adventure
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Highland Adventure
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Tresco Abbey Gardens
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The Sensational Isles of Scilly
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  • Starts / EndsLondon Paddington / London Paddington, LEQ Land's End
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Railways & Castles of Wales
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Railways and Castles of Wales
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  • Starts / EndsLlandudno
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The Highlands by Steam
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Edinburgh & the Highlands by Steam
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Edinburgh Tattoo
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Edinburgh Tattoo and the Highlands
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  • Starts / EndsDunblane
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Edinburgh
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Edinburgh, Fort William and The West Highlands
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Edinburgh, Highlands & Islands
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Edinburgh, the Highlands and Islands
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Norwich & the Norfolk Broads
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Norwich and the Norfolk Broads
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Edinburgh Tattoo
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Edinburgh Tattoo & Floors Castle
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Skye, Orkney and the Wild North
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Skye, Orkney and the Wild North
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Fermain Bay Guernsey
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The Charms of the Channel Islands
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Our customers love our UK & Ireland tours
Highland Adventure
27/Sep
Kevin Humann
5 stars
“We thoroughly enjoyed the holiday and it was very fun to ride the steam trains through the breathtaking Highlands.
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Skye, Orkney and the Wild North
26/Sep
Reverend wilks
5 stars
“Some fantastic scenery on this trip however the hotels were a bit low key the Voco was great but the one Plockton was cold, the radiator in the bedroom wasn’t working but there was an electric heater.There was no heat in the communal lounge. The trips were great and the...
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The Isle of Man
26/Sep
Mrs Julia Fleming
5 stars
“A very attractive island. We had an excellent break - good hotel with very good food and extremely helpful and pleasant staff.
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The Sensational Isles of Scilly
25/Sep
JanB
5 stars
“Great trip. Well organised. Appropriate pace.
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The Charms of the Channel Islands
24/Sep
Clifford Mitchell
5 stars
“The tour manager was excellent and the tour was very enjoyable and interesting
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Norwich and the Norfolk Broads
23/Sep
Isobel
5 stars
“Lovely short holiday with friendly people. Good food at the hotel and great visits to Norwich, Sandringham, Blickling Hall, the Norfolk Broads and Sheringham, plus a couple of train journeys of course. I would certainly recommend Great Rail Journeys, a great company.
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North Devon & Somerset
23/Sep
MRS PAULA PALK
5 stars
“Lovely hotel and tour guide. Very well organised
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Yorkshire and Northumberland
23/Sep
S MabbottSay
5 stars
“First time with GRJ. Itinerary packed, excellent Tour Manager Sean and good hotels. Would use again.
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Norwich & Norfolk
20/Sep
C Olsen
5 stars
“Good hotel and great trips, really enjoyed.
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