Slow Travel
Slow Travel Ideas
A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started
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From Head to Toe - A Cruise Through Egypt’s Past
Explore Egypt over 14 days, blending classic cultural sites with peaceful moments on the Nile
14 days, from £7450 to £9650
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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
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Gastrainomy - A European Train Tour for Foodies
Ride the rails to some of Europe’s culinary hubs on this two-week train trip across France and Spain
12 days, from £5900 to £7650
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Slow Travel Guide
Practical advice and inspiration to help you prepare for your holiday
To move slowly, to take in your surroundings, to worry less about the time it takes to get from A to B; these are pleasures in their own right, but in addition to simply savouring the joy of a leisurely pace, there are the environmental benefits of slow travel to shout about, too. With the increasing awareness of the impact of travel on the planet, we as a society are becoming ever more conscious of travelling with a conscience. This is where the quintessential mode of slow travel - the train - comes in. With tracks across the world connecting some seriously cool destinations via some seriously scenic routes - and all with a fraction of the carbon footprint of a flight - getting to where you're going has never been more elegant, or guilt-free.
When it comes to practising slow travel to a far flung destination, you could take the purist route and train, sail, cycle and walk your way around the world (which would make for a truly incredible sabbatical, if you ask us), or, more likely, take your flight (also guilt-free with our Carbon Off-setting programme), and we'll organise all sorts of incredible slow adventures once you arrive.
Top Five Slow Travel Experiences
- E-biking through the Dolomites - bike your way from high-altitude town to mountaintop restaurant, exploring epic scenery on two wheels (minus the sore legs afterwards)
- Hiking in Chile - take to your feet to traverse the diverse landscapes of Chile, whether you prefer the seemingly endless deserts of the north or the mountainous region of Patagonia in the south
- Kayaking in Croatia - island hop and explore the waters of Croatia's beautiful Dalmatian Coast in a kayak for a new perspective on this Mediterranean gem, either alone or with an expert guide and with plenty of refuelling stops for delicious food along the way
- Horseback safaris in Kenya - take an expert-guided ride through the wildlife-rich African bush in search of everything from giraffes to rare birds, all with spectacular landscapes as a backdrop
- Trekking in Bhutan - the wonderfully green 'Carbon Sink' that is Bhutan is the ideal destination for trekking-lovers of all kinds. Choose from almost 30 designated trekking routes that range from gentler single-day to 30-day adventures, crossing through dense forest and lush valleys, hopefully spotting some local fauna as you go.