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Escorted Summer Rail Tours

Enjoy a fabulous summer tour to some of the world's most beautiful and best-loved destinations, as these places reach their warmest temperatures. From city breaks in the sunshine to Italian lakeside getaways or even more adventurous discoveries of the USA, spend your summer enjoying an ideal balance between sightseeing and free time to enjoy your own pursuits. 

Explore some of the most picturesque towns and villages of  France and  Italy where the fruit of olive groves and vineyards that carpet rural hillsides ripen in the sunshine. Whether your perfect summer break entails taking in some of the best festivals, experiencing the freedom of the great outdoors, reclining on a beach or immersing yourself in history and culture of somewhere new, a summer rail tour with Great Rail Journeys promises a host of memorable sights, activities and experiences for everyone.

Summer is a time for making the most of every minute, and with Great Rail Journeys you'll be in the safe hands of one of our experienced Tour Managers who'll make sure that every aspect of your summer rail tour is as easy, worry-free and enjoyable as possible. Your accommodation is hand-picked by us to ensure that you enjoy the best location, facilities and can relax in comfort. The excursions we choose are intended to allow our guests to experience some of the best natural, cultural and historical aspects of a destination, helping to make our summer rail tours even more enjoyable and unforgettable.

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Sirmione
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  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
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Jungfrau Express
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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
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Glacier Express
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Sirmione on Lake Garda
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Basel
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Roses
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Tresco Abbey Gardens
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  • Starts / EndsLondon Paddington
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Isle of Man
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Conway Castle
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Sirmione on Lake Garda
8/Dec
Jacqui Curry
5 stars
“Beautiful area and Hotel
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Grand Imperial Cities
2/Dec
Mr ALEXANDER
5 stars
“The whole travel experience for me was fantastic. The whole tour was full on and I met some great friends en route.
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The Charming Dordogne
16/Nov
Fiona Stuart
5 stars
“For value for money, this was very good. Excellent tour manager. Hotel was good. Food in the allocated restaurant was very good.
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Rhine Valley & Mountain Railway All Inclusive
15/Nov
B Atkinson
5 stars
“Hotel and meal options were good Enjoyed the independent roaming useing the travel pass
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Catalonia & Little Trains of the Pyrenees
13/Nov
Stephanie
5 stars
“Fantastic tour to a wonderful area. Itinerary to suit rail buffs & general travellers. Well organised throughout
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Imperial Cities by Rail: Vienna, Prague & Berlin
13/Nov
Susan Brice
5 stars
“Super guide, good company.
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Explore Yorkshire
12/Nov
Robert Robson
5 stars
“Very enjoyable and interesting 4 night break. Harrogate an excellent base. Hotel couldn't be faulted, food very good and plentiful. Ample free parking, which made for a stress free break. Friendly, helpful staff. Very skilled, knowledgeable and experienced coach driver and courier. Excellent value.
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Highlights of Tuscany
11/Nov
David Kershaw
5 stars
“Very enjoyable trip with visits to Pisa, Lucca, Siena & San Gimignano being the highlights. Florence was too crowded to enjoy properly. First class rail travel on the Eurostar & TGV made the journeys very comfortable & relaxing. The hotel in Montecatini Terme made a great base from which to visit the...
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Norwich & Norfolk
11/Nov
Roy
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“Excellent trip. Good use of trains and a very pleasant tour guide. Thank you.
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