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Discovering Japan
Jewels of Japan
14 days£4,799 pp £4,499 pp
  • Explore the 'Land of the Rising Sun' enjoying 4-Star accommodation throughout
  • Starting in dynamic Tokyo with views of Mount Fiji, and concluding in Osaka
  • Visit Hiroshima's poignant sites, Kyoto's ornate temples, and beautiful Miyajima
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Nice Carnival & the French Riviera
Nice Carnival & The French Riviera
6 days£1,099 pp
  • Experience the vibrant floats and dancers of Nice’s carnival, from grandstand seats
  • Explore Nice, from the charming Old Town to the palm-lined Promenade des Anglais
  • Spend 5 nights in a contemporary 3-Star hotel, a short walk from the beach
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Tulips Cruise
Springtime Tulips & Keukenhof Gardens
8 days£1,999 pp
  • Sail through Belgium and the Netherlands onboard a luxurious ship with 5-Star service
  • Discover the flowers of Keukenhof Gardens, as the famed tulips burst into bloom
  • Explore the quaint streets of Bruges and Ghent, and a canal cruise in Amsterdam
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Spring Escorted Tours & Holidays

More than just the period between the winter season and the arrival of summer, spring has its own identity and is a time when some of the world's great destinations are at their best.

Travelling by train means the journey is just as important as your destination on a springtime holiday. The landscape is rejuvenated with vibrant flowers bursting through lush green meadows, and the vistas are painted with colour once more. From the comfort of a train, you can travel through the heart of the landscape, marvelling at sights inaccessible by any other means of transport.

You could uncover Puglia in Southern Italy with mild weather or explore The Netherlands as the tulips bloom. Our spring tours allow you to experience hidden gems in the UK, embark on a breathtaking Swiss mountain adventure or venture to places like Japan, where the seasonal scent of cherry blossoms wafts through the air. As the days get longer and nature awakes from the slumber of winter, celebrate the new season with a springtime getaway.

Holiday Ideas for Spring

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Keukenhof Gardens
Keukenhof Tulips, Canals & Amsterdam in Springtime
4.6 stars(43 reviews)
2026Apr
6 days from
£1,749 pp
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Grand Tour of Japan
Grand Tour of Japan
4.0 stars(36 reviews)
2026MarAprMaySepOct
16 days from
£6,299 pp
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Bari
GRJ All Inclusive Puglia: Bari, Matera & Alberobello
4.2 stars(601 reviews)
2026AprMayJunAugSepOct
8 days from
£1,299 pp
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Highlights of Tuscany
Tuscany: Florence, San Gimignano & Pisa
4.3 stars(239 reviews)
2026AprMayJunJulAug...
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£2,399 pp
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Glacier Express All Inclusive
GRJ All Inclusive Glacier Express
4.3 stars(571 reviews)
2026MarAprMayJunJul...
8 days from
£1,899 pp
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Desenzano
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Simply Lake Garda
4.2 stars(310 reviews)
2025AugSepOct
10 days from
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Tracks of the Deep South
Tracks of the Deep South
4.3 stars(124 reviews)
2026FebAprMaySepOct
14 days from
£4,699 pp
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Amsterdam
Netherlands in Springtime
4.1 stars(73 reviews)
2026MarApr
5 days from
£1,099 pp
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Simply Lake Garda
4.2 stars(310 reviews)
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The historic lakeside town of Desenzano, set on the southern shores of Lake Garda, is our charming base. With a peaceful harbour, a characterful old town and an efficient rail service, we are perfectly placed for exploring. This delightful holiday includes a cruise to enchanting Isola del Garda to visit the opulent Villa Borghese-Cavazza and a...

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Highlights of the Glacier Express
4.5 stars(351 reviews)
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Enjoy Switzerland's warm hospitality and astounding landscapes from traditional hotels in historic Chur and idyllic Täsch, and soak up dramatic scenes of soaring mountains and glaciers on journeys aboard two iconic trains. Cross the Alps on the Bernina Express, admiring glacier views enroute. The show continues as you bask in the alpine valleys...

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The Isle of Man
4.7 stars(521 reviews)
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Delve into Celtic legacy as you explore The Isle of Man, travelling on vintage railways, discovering ancient towns, and embracing the relaxed lifestyle. Staying in the picturesque capital of Douglas, each day brings something new - from wild landscapes to fascinating history - as you tour famous sights including The Old House of Keys, historic...

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Jewels of Japan
4.4 stars(99 reviews)
2025SepOct
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Uncover the delights of the Land of the Rising Sun with expert local guides, from its popular cuisine and zen tea ceremonies to dynamic cities and serene island shrines. Arriving in Tokyo, discover a well-organised metropolis of lantern-filled temples beside towering skyscrapers, before absorbing beautiful views of Mount Fuji and heading into the...

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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
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The Isle of Man is a unique blend of unspoiled coastal landscapes, sandy beaches, and stunning scenery. The rich Celtic heritage is evident all over the island, and we experience it as we ride vintage railways, explore historic towns, and enjoy the relaxed pace of life. Each day is an adventure of picturesque landscapes and captivating history as...

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Explore Yorkshire
4.1 stars(744 reviews)
2025AugSepOct
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Discover Yorkshire on this picturesque getaway by rail. With timeless towns and cities, Yorkshire is packed with rural landscapes, ancient streets, and diverse architecture, just waiting for you to explore. After checking into your hotel in the elegant town of Harrogate and visiting the coastal town of Whitby, enjoy a journey on the North...

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First-Class Lake Garda: Sirmione, Venice & Verona
4.4 stars(373 reviews)
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Based in the fortress town of Sirmione, set on a picturesque peninsula overlooking Lake Garda, and staying in an elegant spa hotel, this captivating holiday includes unforgettable experiences. Join us as we glide through Venice's turquoise canals on a gondola ride - passing Venetian palazzos, intriguing architecture and Byzantine churches -...

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GRJ All Inclusive Puglia: Bari, Matera & Alberobello
4.2 stars(601 reviews)
2025SepOct
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Experience Italian traditions on a relaxing, GRJ all-inclusive holiday to the unspoilt heel of southern Italy. Arriving by plane, enjoy a scenic base in a hotel overlooking the coast of Monopoli, a short distance from a white sandy beach. From here, we explore Puglia, a place untouched by the hands of time.  Discover the spectacular trulli homes...

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4.6 stars(358 reviews)
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Experience epic mountain landscapes and shimmering alpine lakes on this fantastic holiday to Switzerland. Discover the glorious Swiss Alps on the world-acclaimed Bernina Express and Glacier Express from our bases in Chur and Brig, traditional alpine towns surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Enjoy a private aperitif on the terrace of the...

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Tuscany: Florence, San Gimignano & Pisa
4.3 stars(239 reviews)
2025AugSepOct
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Savour the glorious colours, aromas and flavours of Tuscany on a holiday that highlights the true beauty of the region. Discover the great Renaissance city of Florence, visit the Renaissance-era Il Borgo Machiavelli, for a historical cellar visit followed by dinner, and explore the iconic monuments of Pisa. On this sumptuous Tuscan escape we also...

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Springtime Tulips & Keukenhof Gardens
4.5 stars(301 reviews)
2026Apr

Embrace the stunning scents and colours on this flower-filled cruise through Belgium and the Netherlands. Walk among incredible floral displays at Keukenhof Gardens, visit poignant war sites and explore the quaint streets of Amsterdam, Bruges and Ghent. Cruising aboard a luxurious ship, step ashore at ports along the way to visit Ypres...

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4.3 stars(571 reviews)
2025AugSepOct
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Experience Switzerland's most spectacular train journeys from a family-run hotel in the heart of the forested Albula Valley, on this GRJ All Inclusive holiday, including drinks with dinner each evening. Travel across the Swiss Alps and past enchanting glaciers to Italy on an UNESCO-listed line aboard the Bernina Express, before viewing the 'Swiss...

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The Peak District
21/Jul
C Cartwright
5 stars
“Well organised tour.
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Highland Adventure
21/Jul
Stephen
5 stars
“Great organisation, food good . People on tour very friendly.
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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
21/Jul
H Canham
5 stars
“Excellent trip, helped by sunshine every day. The sea views are well worth paying for as we could relax to an ever changing scene outside through the large bay window. The daily trips were all very well arranged and enjoyable.
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Classic Glacier Express
21/Jul
Mrs Wood, School Office Manager
5 stars
“Fantastic train journey
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Catalonia & Little Trains of the Pyrenees
21/Jul
ACas
5 stars
“Great holiday; good mix of included trips and free days. Excellent tour manager. Lovely hotel in the perfect location. The only downside was the long train journey to northern Spain without decent aircon; the train got very hot!
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Highlights of the Glacier Express
20/Jul
Peter Walker
5 stars
“This travel experience was very well organised and the scenery is amazing
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Railways & Castles of Wales
20/Jul
David
5 stars
“A very well planned trip with excellent selection of excursions. Very good choice of hotel. Cherry was a really good organiser, always available, very knowledgeable and helpful. The coach diver was also very knowledgeable and helpful. The guides at the various venues were all very good. Everyone including...
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GRJ All Inclusive Glacier Express
20/Jul
Kathryn Park
5 stars
“Fabulous holiday in great company, comfortable hotels, good food and an amazing tour guide. Thoroughly recommended.
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Jewels of Japan
20/Jul
Anna
5 stars
“Very mixed feelings about this GRJ tour. First of all, the tour manager Chris S was exceptional and deserves 5*. It was a large group (39 people) and a complicated itinerary, yet he held it together admirably. Please note that a score of fewer than 5* sends the review way...
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