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France & Benelux Escorted Holidays

France is effortlessly chic, bursting with romantic cities, pavement cafés perfect for people watching, world-famous food and wine, and a southern coastline which epitomises Mediterranean glamour.

In Belgium we discover a perfect blend of French and German culture, Renaissance architecture, and medieval squares brimming with welcoming beer halls. Then there's the Netherlands. Get lost in an endless sea of blooming tulips in Keukenhof Gardens, and stroll alongside labyrinthine canals lined with characterful houses in Amsterdam. These destinations delight at every turn, and there is no better way to see them than by Europe's efficient, high-speed rail network.

From the bustling French Riviera to the charming windmills and canal networks of Amsterdam, our epic escorted rail tours of France and the Benelux offer a variety of picturesque locations. With the three diverse countries within its domain, the economic union of Benelux has a remarkable number of attractions. Whether you want to explore an array of destinations on your holiday or have your sights set on one specific place, we have a tour that will appeal to you. 

As with all Great Rail Journeys holidays, the services of one of our experienced Tour Managers are included to ensure that every aspect of your holiday runs smoothly and to provide any advice or assistance that you may require. 

Take a relaxing journey through the lush vineyards of Southern France, sample the delicious chocolate of Belgium or enjoy some shopping in the fashionable city of Paris as you travel to the most popular and scenic locations on offer. Featuring vibrant cities, historical towns, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and areas of exquisite natural beauty, our escorted rail tours of France and Benelux have something for every traveller.

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Pfalzgrafenstein Castle
4.4 stars(71 reviews)
2025MayJunJul
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Carcassonne & the Canal du Midi
4.2 stars(188 reviews)
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The Waterways of Alsace and Lorraine
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Avignon, the Rhône & Provence
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Nice & the Cote d'Azur
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Premium Rhône Cruise
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San Sebastian
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  • DestinationFrance, Spain
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The Charming Dordogne
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Rhine Gorge
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Fontainebleau Palace
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Nice & The French Riviera
17/Oct
Glenise Lee
5 stars
“A great trip. Wouldn't have missed it for the world.
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Waterways of Alsace and Lorraine
11/Oct
Peter Hughes
5 stars
“Excellent!!
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Waterways of Burgundy
2/Oct
Mr richard garrard
5 stars
“Actual Barge trip was brilliant - good food, excellent service & staff. Gelled well as a group of passengers & had a really good time. Originally the outward Eurostar was for 9.31 so we booked an overnight stay in a hotel on a non-refundable basis. Train time was changed to...
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Waterways of The Yonne, Paris and The Petite Seine
26/Sep
J Dudney
5 stars
“Even though the weather was cool the 6 days on Raymonde were excellent. Only 14 passengers with 6 crew so we were looked after very well. The crew were friendly, attentive with a great sense of humour. We have 2 complaints, not for the Barge but for Great Rail. Their...
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Provence and The Elegant Rhône
10/Sep
Catharina Bekker
5 stars
“The whole trip was excellent. All Great Railways Staffa, managers were professional and helpful. The local guides were very informative and really made a difference when we visited the Towns , museums and the Camargue Delta.
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Mont Blanc Express and Rhône Cruise
10/Sep
Jeannie Seymour
5 stars
“A well organised and thoroughly enjoyable holiday from beginning to end. We were well looked after by the Tour Managers; excursions were informative and interesting; food and service, excellent.
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Secrets of Provence
21/Jul
Christine Sturgess
5 stars
“Lovey scenery and superb food and service on the barge.
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French Riviera and Rhône Cruise
21/Jun
norma arnold
5 stars
“We loved the boat, the accommodation and the food. Staff were friendly and helpful. I would have preferred an earlier time for evening meal and a staggered time for starting. the 4 days in Nice were also very good with some planned trips and some free time too. We used baggageman for our...
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The Cote d'Azur and Nice Carnival
13/Mar
Rosalind
5 stars
“A great trip with a great leader. My first ever escorted tour. Nice hotel right on the Promenade des Anglais. The carnavale was spectacular.
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France and Benelux Trains

Discover the fantastic railways of France & Benelux. It should come as no surprise that we love railways and we know many of you do too! That's why our tours feature some of the most iconic railways and trains on the continent.

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