Festive Rail Holidays

Feel the spirit of Christmas on this cruise along the beautiful Rhine. Discovering Germany at the most magical time of the year we stop at traditional Christmas markets along the way, including Cologne, Bonn, Koblenz and Rüdesheim. Strolling through the stalls, admire the craftsmanship of local artisans and savour the flavours that define the...

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Embark on a festive cruise through Europe's most enchanting Christmas destinations on the Rhine river. Scenic landscapes and charming towns come alive with seasonal cheer in Germany and France during the most wonderful time of the year. From the twinkling lights of Koblenz's historic streets to the captivating markets of Rüdesheim, Heidelberg,...

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Celebrate Christmas in the charming rural county of Wiltshire, with everything taken care of as you settle into a welcoming traditional hotel in the historic cathedral city of Salisbury. Enjoy a nostalgic journey in decorated carriages aboard the Swindon & Cricklade Railway with a festive afternoon tea, along with atmospheric visits to the...

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Prepare to be swept away by the romance of Bavaria's world-renowned Christmas markets. Experience the captivating atmosphere of three unique markets - in Nuremberg, Regensburg and Rothenburg - each with its own distinct character and enjoy a scenic journey along Germany's famous Romantic Road. Staying in enchanting Nuremberg, discover the...

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Embark on a breathtaking Rhine cruise through some of Germany's most picturesque towns and cities at this most magical time of year. From the historic charm of Mainz and Koblenz to the storybook streets of Strasbourg and Rüdesheim, experience scenic beauty and rich culture at every stop. Onboard, enjoy a festive atmosphere with a Christmas Day...

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Enjoy an iconic Christmastime journey from Montreux on the Swiss Riviera to mountainous Interlaken, passing frozen rivers, icy lakes and festive scenes. Tour Lake Geneva's fairytale Château de Chillon before travelling on the Mont Blanc Express on Christmas Day. Follow the cutting-edge GoldenPass Express route through wintry scenes to Interlaken...

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Experience the snow-capped Swiss Alps at the most wonderful times of the year, staying in the traditional village of Wilderswil, where dinner and drinks are served each evening. This GRJ All-Inclusive winter break includes a trip on the Jungfrau Express, a masterpiece of Swiss rail engineering, to the 'Top of Europe' where the Sphinx Observatory...

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Celebrate the start of a new year on this unforgettable Rhine cruise, visiting charming towns and cities steeped in history and culture. From the picture-perfect streets of Mainz and Strasbourg to the romantic allure of Heidelberg and Rüdesheim, experience fascinating sights and a warm welcome at every stop. Relax onboard as you take in the...

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Discover the timeless enchantment of Switzerland at Christmas on this GRJ all-inclusive festive holiday, based in the scenic Abula Valley. Experience spectacular rail journeys from a family-run hotel, including drinks with dinner each evening. Travel across the Swiss Alps, past glistening glaciers to Italy on the World Heritage route of the...

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Explore iconic cities, delectable cuisine and remarkable scenery on this northern Italy holiday from three exceptional bases - Montecatini, Parma and Como. Travel through Tuscany to Florence and San Gimignano, where we witness centuries of art and architecture and learn about pizza and wine at a 300-year-old estate. Continuing to Emilia-Romagna,...

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Snowbound views and seasonal scenery have made the Glacier Express famous at this time of year as the Swiss Alps' glistening peaks provide picture-postcard backdrops to an unforgettable journey. Enroute to Switzerland, visit Strasbourg's Christmas market and marvel at Matterhorn views from Zermatt, before travelling through the 'Swiss Grand...

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Celebrate the festive period in two of Europe's most spectacular winter destinations. Shimmering Lake Garda at Christmas is truly enchanting, while traditional Innsbruck is the perfect place to enjoy New Year's celebrations. This wonderful holiday includes day trips to historic Verona and timeless Venice, two heritage rail journeys, a visit to a...

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