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Iconic Rail Journeys & Escorted Rail Tours

As the leading rail holiday experts, we firmly believe there's no better way to explore the world than by rail. A rail journey introduces you to scenic delights you'd never uncover on any other form of travel; as you glide through the heart of your destination, steal glimpses at picture-perfect rural landscapes, glittering azure coastlines, or frosty mountain peaks.

One of the things that makes rail travel so unique, is the long history behind classic railways. Intriguing tales, both fictional and non-fictional, give certain trains and rail routes an almost legendary status; one that makes our classic rail holidays something to remember.

From the dizzying heights of Switzerland's Alpine railways to the scenic beauty of Canada's Rocky Mountaineer, classic rail journeys are found across the globe. Our classic rail holidays take these unforgettable journeys and elevate them, by including them in culture-rich itineraries, all packed with hand-picked excursions and authentic experiences.

Take a look at our classic rail journeys selection below which features rail experiences around the world, and enjoy discovering your next once-in-a-lifetime holiday.

 

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Discovering Japan
4.4 stars(69 reviews)
2024AugSepOct
2025MarAprMaySepOct
14 days from
£5,495 pp
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Glacier Express
Tour & Cruise
4.4 stars(47 reviews)
2024AugSep
2025MayJunJul
12 days from
£4,495 pp
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Grand Imperial Cities
4.6 stars(160 reviews)
2024AugSepOct
2025MarMayJunJulAug...
12 days from
£2,795 pp
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Jungfrau Express
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4.5 stars(126 reviews)
2024AugSepOct
2025MayJunAugSepOct
9 days from
£3,095 pp
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Canada & the Rocky Mountaineer train tour
4.2 stars(54 reviews)
2024Sep
2025MayJunAugSep
14 days from
£5,495 pp
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Classic Glacier Express
Last 50 Spaces
4.6 stars(256 reviews)
2024AugSep
2025AprMayJunJulAug...
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  • DestinationSwitzerland
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
  • AccommodationHotel
  • TransportRail
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Highland Adventure
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4.2 stars(264 reviews)
2024JulSepOct
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  • DestinationScotland
  • Starts / EndsInverness
  • AccommodationHotel
  • TransportRail, Coach
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The GoldenPass Express
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4.6 stars(15 reviews)
2024SepOct
2025AprMaySepOct
8 days from
£2,295 pp £2,095 pp
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  • DestinationSwitzerland
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
  • AccommodationHotel
  • TransportRail, Coach
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Jungfrau Express
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4.5 stars(126 reviews)
2024AugSepOct
2025MayJunAugSepOct
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  • DestinationSwitzerland
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
  • AccommodationHotel
  • TransportRail
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First Class Glacier Express in Winter (Brig-Chur) 2016
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4.6 stars(114 reviews)
2025JanFebMar
9 days from
£2,495 pp £2,395 pp
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£2,395
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  • DestinationSwitzerland
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
  • AccommodationHotel
  • TransportRail
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Cape Town, the Blue Train & Kruger
4.6 stars(25 reviews)
2024Nov
2025FebMarOctNov
13 days from
£4,995 pp
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  • DestinationSouth Africa
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationRail, Hotel
  • TransportFlight, Rail, Coach
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Wengen & the Jungfrau Express
Last 100 Spaces
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4.5 stars(114 reviews)
2024AugSepOct
7 days from
£2,095 pp £1,895 pp
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  • DestinationSwitzerland
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
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  • TransportRail, Coach
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Kerala & Exoctic Southern India
2024OctNov
2025JanFebOctNovDec
16 days from
£2,495 pp
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  • DestinationIndia
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationHotel
  • TransportFlight, Rail
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Glacier Express & St Moritz
Last 50 Spaces
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4.1 stars(94 reviews)
2024AugSepOct
2025MayJunJulAugSepOct
9 days from
£2,795 pp £2,595 pp
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  • DestinationSwitzerland
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
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  • TransportRail
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Glacier Express All Inclusive
Rail Discoveries
2024AugSepOct
2025AprMayJunJulAug...
Rail Discoveries
8 days from
£1,899 pp
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  • DestinationSwitzerland
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
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  • TransportRail
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Glacier Express
Tour & Cruise
4.4 stars(47 reviews)
2024AugSep
2025MayJunJul
12 days from
£4,495 pp
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Grand Alpine Explorer
4.5 stars(21 reviews)
2024AugSep
2025AprMayJunJulAugSep
14 days from
£4,295 pp
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  • DestinationAustria, Germany, Switzerland
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International / London Heathrow
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Our customers love our Classic Rail Journeys tours
Skye, Orkney and the Wild North
2/Jul
S Swinfin
5 stars
“A well balanced tour with splendid scenery and lots of historic interest.
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Machu Picchu and the Andes
2/Jul
Shantilal Singadia
5 stars
“Great itinerary and a fabulous Tour Manager, Jane Kotz. The itinerary covered all the key places to visit in Peru brilliantly coordinated by Jane Kotz. We would thoroughly recommend this Tour.
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First-Class Glacier Express, Zermatt and Matterhorn
30/Jun
N Messenger
5 stars
“First class itinerary & organisation
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Highland Adventure
30/Jun
Peder
5 stars
“The tour was very well organized, and our guide Garth Long was very helpful and considerate of all in the group. There was quite a bit of coach traveling involved, the busses were modern and comfortable though, and they made it possible to visit the heritage railways not always close by. The Palace Hotel in Inverness was very nice, the staff friendly and the meals good. They even had haggis and black pudding, which I had to try, visiting Scotland for the first time. Against all odds I actually liked both ;-) The hotel has a very nice and spa and fitness with a large indoor swimming pool. It's free of charge and offers a nice opportunity to relax before dinner after a long 'on the rails'. The office staff of Great Rails has been very helpful in organizing the tour for us. We probably required a little more explanation of how things work, not being from the UK. Five stars to the sales office as well!
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Glacier Express & The Majestic Rhine
30/Jun
CJB
5 stars
“A wonderful experience that was greater than our expectations.
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Traditional Glacier Express
29/Jun
TW
5 stars
“From start to finish the trip was well planned. The administration was comprehensive and helpful. The tour guide contacted each traveller before the journey commenced and provided lots of additional itinerary information and advice. The hotels were good and the itinerary did not disappoint. There were a couple of free days but with optional choices for those seeking more trips. The company app was very useful: it had weather information, currency conversions, hotel locations and much more. The other travellers were great fun and we had a wonderful time. The scenery was amazing and the trip was an absolute pleasure, which we recommend highly to others.
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Arctic Norway and Midnight sun in Lofoten
28/Jun
H Rogers
5 stars
“Fabulous tour, spectacular scenery. Loved the 4 rail journeys especially the Flam and Polar Express. Would describe Norway as "the jewel in the crown". Every day of the tour was a wonderful experience. Great group of travelling companions and Margaret an excellent tour manager. Helen Rogers, June 2024.
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Grand Alpine Explorer & Delights of the Danube
26/Jun
val horsfall
5 stars
“A very interesting scenic holiday with lots to see and explore ,enjoying good food and wine ,and entertainment .
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Grand Alpine Explorer
25/Jun
PJ Warwickshire
5 stars
“Great trip, good hotels, great travelling companions and super guide...Ivan Mayers!
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