
Great Rail Journeys
With five decades of expertise and an encyclopaedic knowledge of rail networks, Great Rail Journeys offer over 170 holidays to destinations across the world. Whether a multi-city break, gastronomic getaway or celebratory trip, Great Rail Journeys show you the best a destination has to offer. The best of European river cruising combined with escorted rail expertise creates more fabulous journeys.





Destination specialists craft unique Great Rail Journeys and use their rail expertise to connect must-see sights in every destination with attentive Tour Managers taking care of all the logistics.
Tour group size is now only 25 across UK and Europe so you can stay in more characterful hotels, move around the sights easily and enjoy excursions not possible for larger groups.
Why Travel with Great Rail Journeys?
Exceptional service and attention to detail are what make a holiday special, and on top of that, Great Rail Journeys and Cruises promise a unique perspective of the places you visit.
Offering unique itineraries that immerse you in different cultures and journeys and transport you to places only rail and rivers can reach.
- Tour Managers accompany Great Rail Journeys from start to finish, providing an exceptional level of service and attention to detail from the moment you set off until it’s time to go home.
- A complimentary luggage service ensures there’s no heavy lifting to do along the way.
- There’s first-class service both on and off board your comfortable 5-star cruise ship, and everything’s included in the price.
- From all your travel, transfers and excursions to each course of every meal, everything is taken care of.



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Destinations & Tours
Key Destinations
Europe, Morocco, Namibia, South Africa, Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Mongolia, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Tibet, Vietnam and many more!
Worldwide Adventures
Whether it’s a train ride through the snow under the gaze of Norway’s magical Northern Lights, or an incredible journey through the soaring peaks of the Rocky Mountains, or a steam ride past the glens and lochs of Scotland, you’ll create memories to last a lifetime.
Barge Cruising
With just 22 passengers, our barges are specially designed for smaller groups and are a must for lovers of French food and wine as you discover off-the-beaten-track destinations.
River Cruising
Exclusively chartered ships offer the ultimate river cruising experience in relaxed luxury. With fewer than 200 passengers, enjoy spacious and elegant facilities, alongside some of the largest cabins on Europe’s waterways.
Yacht Cruising
Cruising the Dalmatian Coast on a private yacht charter with only 18 cabins, you’ll be part of a select group of guests sailing the calm waters of the Adriatic.
Special Offers


Price freeze
Book your European 2023 holiday at 2022 prices.
From sun-baked Italian vineyards to Switzerland’s soaring mountains and glittering lakes, enjoy the worry-free environment of a small group escorted rail tour. There are plenty of options to choose from to suit your preferences.
Book by 31 August 2022.
Call our Silver Travel Advisors on 0800 412 5678 for more information or to book.
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