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Our Classic Collection

Refined over the past 50 years, our Classic range is what we're known for. Enjoy curated moments with plenty of inclusions. Centrally located hotels, premium travel options and engaging group tours with a seasoned expert. On these tours, you'll be in groups with an average of 20-25 travellers and a maximum of 30*.

Experience everything a destination has to offer with a mix of inspiring excursions and experiences, like a private wine tasting in Valpolicella or a gondola ride in Venice.

*Scandinavian and Worldwide tours are on average 30-35 and a maximum of 40.

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Where you'll stay

High-quality hotels

In most locations expect to stay in high-quality 4-Star hotels, selected for their excellent facilities and prime locations.

Centrally located accommodation

Enjoy accommodation mostly situated in central locations, making it easy to explore the heart of your destination.

Locally run

In most instances, hotels are locally owned, offering a more authentic experience and supporting local businesses.

What to expect

Group excursions

Enjoy unique experiences and carefully curated excursions showcasing everything a destination has to offer.

Unique experiences

Create lifelong memories on these holidays, with activities such as pesto-making in Italy or a private tour of Stonehenge at sunrise.

Expert Tour Managers

Be guided throughout by an expert Tour Manager who is on-hand to provide advice and support throughout your holiday.

Transport

Travel in comfort with the option of First or Standard Class rail travel, offering flexibility and a superior journey experience. On select journeys, experience Eurostar Plus/Standard Premier class, providing additional comfort and convenience for your international travel. Flights in economy class are included, with the option to upgrade. Transfers between airports, hotels, and other key locations are included, ensuring a hassle-free holiday.

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Classic Glacier Express

9 days £2,349 pp £2,249 pp

Experience the Swiss Alps on the iconic Bernina Express and Glacier Express
Discover lakeside Spiez Castle and sail across the glistening Lake Thun
Spend 8 nights in 4 star hotels, based in the traditional alpine towns of Chur and Brig

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Edinburgh, the Highlands & Islands

9 days £2,449 pp £2,349 pp

Wander through colourful Tobermory and admire Neptune's Staircase
Marvel at the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct and sail to Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness
Spend 8 nights in 3 and 4-Star hotels in Edinburgh and the Highlands

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Grand Imperial Cities

12 days £2,649 pp £2,549 pp

Explore Vienna's imperial architecture and coffeehouse culture, staying in 4-Star hotels
Enjoy Budapest with a Danube cruise and the Children's Railway
Discover Prague and Berlin with First Class rail travel and top-rated hotels

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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man

12/May

Michael Jeffries

“Efficient staff instant response, speedy comprehensive service. Well researched programme, seamless organisation,great choice of hotel with lovely staff. Terri worked hard to make us all get so much from the package. Good value. Looking for our next venture with you.

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First Class Mountaintops of Switzerland

12/May

John Mulligan

“Great railway trip, great scenery

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Orkney & the Shetland Isles

11/May

Mr & Mrs B> Herefordshire

“Our Orkney and Shetland trip was most enjoyable and exceeded our expectations. Our Tour Manager was extremely helpful and friendly throughout and made sure everything ran smoothly. Our guide, Jim, who met us in Lerwick and remained with us for our three days on Shetland was outstanding and...

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Classic Glacier Express

11/May

Mrs Elizabeth Macintyre

“The holiday was very well organised and ran like clockwork, with a Tour Manager who made sure we always knew where we were to be and when. Scenery was magnificent, the mountains snow -clad, the meadows full of wild flowers. By good fortune, the weather was excellent too. Hotels were...

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Grand Imperial Cities

11/May

Charles Ford

“Charles White was an excellent, knowledgeable and caring guide. Excellent hotels and breakfasts.

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Railways & Castles of Wales

10/May

Jenny

“Very enjoyable trip well organised and our tour manager was a delight, would love a trip with her at any time.

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Treasures of China & Yangtze River Cruise

9/May

Mrs Marjorie Burrow

“The trip was amazing but very busy. Sometimes the days were 8 hours long and the following day would start at 8am. The tour company could improve its communication, the app is not a good way to communicate - email is far more convenient

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Tuscany: Florence, San Gimignano & Pisa

9/May

Dixie

“Having rarely travelled by train, we enjoyed our first experience of a Rail Tour. Our Tour Manager, Roger, was great and we had a lovely group of fellow travellers. The First Class rail journeys were excellent with tickets seating and transfers all well organised as were the train and coach excursions...

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The Charms of the Channel Islands

9/May

Jeff L.

“Wonderful excursion. Planning was filled with information but not so much to overwhelm. Selection of hotels and trips and food - great. Tony Conn was a wonderful mother hen- keeping us together and making sure we all had what we needed. Transportation was very well planned- boat,...

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GREAT VALUE

For those who want a travel experience that offers plenty of free time, some excursions, larger groups and comfortable accommodation.

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SIGNATURE

For those who want a well-balanced experience with a selection of engaging excursions and more premium hotel and travel options.

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PREMIUM JOURNEYS

For those looking for that extra indulgence. Our curated itineraries, unique activities and culinary experiences are complimented by hand-picked accommodation. You'll also be in smaller groups led by experienced Tour Managers and local experts.

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Our Classic Collection

Where you'll stay

High-quality hotels

Centrally located accommodation

Locally run

What to expect

Group excursions

Unique experiences

Expert Tour Managers

Transport

Classic collection highlights

Where you can go

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