Train Travel

Inspiration for your own tailor-made trip

From jam-packed stations, or smoke-hazed docks, there’s the frantic surge of passengers, then the whistle blows - and you’re off. The train eases out of the city, free at last, and shoots off towards the horizon, while beautiful landscapes scroll serenely past the windows. There is nothing quite like train travel - arguably the most pleasing of all the ways to get from A to B. It brings an undeniably romantic quality to any trip, and is the ideal way to immerse yourself in your destination. There are practical trains - linking European towns, or Japanese megacities. Then there are trains which feel like expeditions to far-flung lands: to the Canadian Rockies, or the Peruvian Altiplano. And then there are the trains of legend, monuments to the art of train travel, like the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express or the iconic Trans-Siberian railway. If you too love train travel, we will always try to weave a train trip into your itinerary, or tailor-make entire luxury train holidays because it allows you the chance to really appreciate your destination in a way air travel just can’t, and without the faff inherent in driving yourself. One last thought: in an age where flying is increasingly a dirty word, travelling by train is also helping save the planet too.

City and Sea - London to San Sebastian by Train

Admire the beautiful Basque Country as you travel by train from London to San Sebastian

5 days, from £1350 to £2145

Belgium by Train - Antwerp, Ghent, Bruges and Brussels

See Ghent from its charming canal side on a peaceful boat journey

8 days, from £1650 to £2350

Portugal’s Powerhouse Cities by Train - Art, History and a Taste of Port Wine

Watch Portugal roll past your window on this seven-day rail adventure from Porto to Coimbra and Lisbon

7 days, from £1700 to £2300

The Best of Central Spain’s Medieval Heritage - A Rail Trip Through Castile

Travel from Madrid to Segovia and back by train, taking in four UNESCO World Heritage cities

9 days, from £1800 to £2400

Denmark & Sweden by Train - A Taste of Scandinavia

Travel by train through Copenhagen, Gothenburg and Stockholm to sample Scandinavia’s fabulous food scene

7 days, from £1900 to £2500

Florence to Rome by Train - A Fun Family Getaway

Explore Italy by train on this eight-day family getaway, from Florence’s art to Rome’s legendary sights

8 days, from £1950 to £2650

History, Culture and Culinary Delights - The Spanish Northwest by Train

All aboard for a ten-day rail adventure through northwestern Spain, uncovering the rich charm of this quiet corner

10 days, from £2000 to £2600

Prague, Vienna and Budapest - Europe’s Historic Capitals by Train

Ride the rails to three of Europe’s most iconic capital cities on this week-long trip to Prague, Vienna and Hungary

8 days, from £2000 to £2650

Seafood Safari, Scenic Journeys & Idyllic Island Living - London to Gothenburg by Train

Party in the nightlife capital of Europe - Hamburg

10 days, from £2095 to £3340

Romance and Roaming in Italy - London to Lake Como by Train

Embrace slow travel on this scenic train journey from London to Lake Como and back again

5 days, from £2350 to £3750

Europe’s Gateway to Africa - From Sunny Spain to Mesmerising Morocco

Chart a captivating course through Spain and Morocco on this ten-day cross-continental adventure

10 days, from £2400 to £3350

Fes, Rabat and Marrakech - Imperial Morocco by Train

Discover three of Morocco’s most captivating cities on this rail journey across Fes, Rabat and Marrakech

8 days, from £2450 to £3150

Escape to Sun-Baked Sicily - London to Italy by Train

Embrace slow travel on this nine-day rail adventure through Italy’s cities, coastlines and ancient wonders

9 days, from £2500 to £4050

A Great Rail Adventure Across Andalucia - Historic Cities, Flamenco Shows & Moorish Masterpieces

Travel through Andalucia by train on this eight-day journey to Seville, Cordoba and Granada

8 days, from £2500 to £3000

Scenic Norway - From Oslo to Trondheim by Train

Travel from Oslo to Trondheim by train to experience Norway’s picturesque fjords, rivers and mountains in a greener way

11 days, from £2650 to £3700

Slow Travel Italian Style - London to Puglia by Train

Practice slow travel on this eight-day rail trip from trendy Milan to laid-back Lecce

8 days, from £2700 to £4300

Moscow to St Petersburg by Train - Russia's Iconic Cities

Due to the ongoing situation we regret that we are currently not considering trips to Russia. We hope for a swift return to normality so that our trusted partners in Russia can once again help you discover the beautiful side to their destination.

8 days, from £2815 to £3930

Uzbekistan by Rail - From the Fergana Valley to Khiva

Travel across Uzbekistan by train, from the Fergana Valley to Khiva, linking Silk Road cities along the way

14 days, from £2850 to £3900

Exploring the Scandinavian Capitals - A Car-Free Tour of Sweden, Denmark & Norway

Visit Europe’s trendiest capitals, travelling by train and boat for a sustainable Scandinavian sojourn

11 days, from £2950 to £3900

Laos by Train - From Vientiane to Luang Prabang

Travel across Laos by train from Vientiane, the capital, to Luang Prabang, the UNESCO-listed ancient capital

10 days, from £2950 to £4000

From Delhi to Udaipur - A Rajasthan Rail Adventure

Explore Rajasthan on this 11-day rail adventure from delightful Delhi to serene Udaipur

11 days, from £3000 to £4050

Jazz, Rhythm and Blues - USA's Deep South by Train

Feel the rhythm of the Deep South on this 15-day train journey through its jazz, blues and country hotspots

15 days, from £3100 to £4550

The Swiss Alps by Train - From Zurich to St. Moritz

Travel by train from Zurich to St Moritz on this 12-day rail journey through the Swiss Alps

12 days, from £3100 to £4500

Historic Cities & Charming Villages in France - A Cultural Train Trip to the French Riviera

Travel from London to the spa-town of Vichy in less than a day, and spend the evening exploring the stylish and architectural city

12 days, from £3150 to £5035

Exploring Pristine Nature - London to the Fjords by Train

Journey through the lush countryside of Germany, Sweden and Norway on this train trip to the iconic Norwegian Fjords

12 days, from £3190 to £5085

From Stockholm to Lapland - Explore Two Swedish Icons by Train

Discover the best of Stockholm and Swedish Lapland on this week-long getaway, travelling from one to the other by stylish sleeper train

8 days, from £3300 to £4150

Green Cities and Riverside Lounging - Quebec by Train

Enjoy a greener getaway to Quebec as you travel by scenic train from Montreal to Quebec City and Baie-Saint-Paul on this ten-day rail journey

10 days, from £3350 to £4150

Venice, Florence & Rome - The Italian Holy Trinity by Train

Spend ten days exploring three iconic Italian cities: Venice, Florence and Rome

10 days, from £3400 to £5400

London to Naples - The Amalfi Coast and Pompeii by Train

Discover the best of Italy’s history, culture and cuisine on this eight-day rail journey from London to Naples

8 days, from £3750 to £6000

Varanasi and the Ganges Valley - A Journey through North India

Trace the spiritual heart of northern India, from the bustling streets of Delhi and the sacred ghats of Varanasi to the ornate palaces of Lucknow

12 days, from £3800 to £4950

Off-the-Beaten-Track in Japan - Majestic Mountains, Traditional Temples and Samurai Splendour

Unveil a more serene side of Japan on this 16-day sojourn in the lesser-known Tohoku region

16 days, from £3900 to £5800

Highlights of Japan - Tokyo, the Alps and Kyoto

Discover the best Japan has to offer on this two-week highlights tour

15 days, from £4300 to £5500

Across the Japanese Alps

Visit Jigokudani Park and see its iconic snow monkeys bathing in the hot springs

12 days, from £4365 to £6965

Lakeside Luxury, Cultural Cities and Coastal Charm - A Romantic Train Journey Through Italy

Experience a luxury Italian rail route linking Florence, Rome and the Amalfi Coast, with wonderful views along the way

12 days, from £4400 to £7050

Historic Cities, Fabulous Food & Art Tours - A Central Italy Train Holiday

Spend 14 days travelling by train through Central Italy, admiring the views along the way

14 days, from £4450 to £7100

European City Hopping Tour - London to Istanbul by Train

Watch Europe roll past your window on this 12-day rail adventure from London to Istanbul, inspired by the legendary Orient Express route

12 days, from £4500 to £6500

Winter in Japan - Tokyo and Kyoto without the Crowds

Embark on an 11-day winter escape through Japan, from buzzing cities to snowy countryside

12 days, from £4600 to £5950

A Taste of France & Spain - A Gastronomic Rail Adventure from Bordeaux to San Sebastian

Wine and dine your way from France to Spain on a week-long rail adventure

7 days, from £4600 to £5950

From North to South - A Couple's Tour of Vietnam

Experience Vietnam’s different sides as you journey from north to south on this two-week romantic getaway, from bustling cities to remote rice paddies and sparkling coastlines

13 days, from £4600 to £6250

The Eastern US by Train - Boston, NYC, Philadelphia and Washington

Explore the iconic cities of the East Coast on this 11-day rail adventure between Boston, New York and Washington DC

11 days, from £4700 to £6200

Historic Sites and Hilltop Towns - A Luxury Holiday to Rome and Umbria

Savour eight days exploring Rome and Umbria, from ancient cities to hilltop towns

8 days, from £4850 to £7800

Western Canada by Rail - From Vancouver to the Rockies

Travel from Vancouver to Calgary, winding from the Pacific coast to the majestic Rocky Mountains

11 days, from £5100 to £6600

Essential Japan - From Tokyo to Kyoto by Train

Head to the Far East for 12 days of quintessentially Japanese culture between Tokyo and Kyoto

12 days, from £5150 to £6650

Japan through the Eyes of a Child - Mangamania and Samurai

Explore Japan as a family from the bustling streets of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka to the wild landscapes of the Japanese Alps

14 days, from £5200 to £6750

Icons of Peru - An Adventure from Lima to Lake Titicaca

Prepare to fall in love with Peru on this 11-day adventure hopping between iconic sites and lovely local spots

11 days, from £5300 to £7800

Hiking, Biking, Boating & Eating - The Swiss Alps and Italian Lakes by Train

Enjoy an epic two-week adventure by train, bike and foot from London to Switzerland, via France

14 days, from £5350 to £8500

Nature, History & Culture - London to Transylvania by Train

Stay in the civilised capital of Bavaria, Munich

11 days, from £5385 to £8595

All Aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient Express - Ride the Rails from Paris to Venice

Travel from Paris to Venice aboard the timeless Venice Simplon-Orient Express for a glamorous Italian city break

6 days, from £5400 to £8400

Active Japan Adventure - Hike and Bike Honshu’s Highlights

Cycle through the Japanese countryside in the peaceful Hida region

19 days, from £5700 to £8100

Gastrainomy - A European Train Tour for Foodies

Explore the historical city of Bordeaux by bike

12 days, from £5900 to £7650

From Seoul to Tokyo - A Rail Adventure through South Korea and Japan

Watch South Korea and Japan roll past your window on this 20-day rail adventure from dazzling Seoul to high-energy Tokyo

20 days, from £6450 to £8350

From Singapore to Malaysia - A Luxury Rail Journey Aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express

Journey from the neon lights of Singapore to the wild heart of Malaysia aboard a luxury train on this ten-day adventure

10 days, from £7100 to £9000

From Buzzing Cities to Golden Coastlines - An Italian Rail Adventure from North to South

Embark on this epic 25-day train journey through Italy, city-hopping from the Alps to Sicily and back

25 days, from £7900 to £10500

Cape Town to Victoria Falls by Rail and Air

Enjoy a private guided tour of captivating Cape Town and the Cape of Good Hope

11 days, from £8050 to £10450

London to Swedish Lapland by Train - Sleek Cities, Wilderness Wonders and Sami Culture

Slip into a slower rhythm on this two-week flight-free trip to Swedish Lapland, via Brussels, Germany and Denmark

14 days, from £8150 to £10550