Independent rail holidays

Experience a majestic journey aboard the opulent Venice Simplon Orient Express on this tour of three iconic trains. Travel on the world-renowned Glacier Express and Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps, passing the dramatic Swiss scenery of mountains and lakes, as you experience this unique journey. Stay in Swiss towns of Zermatt and St...

Take a thrilling train journey across Canada, from Vancouver to Toronto, and explore these two epic cities as part of your trip. Enjoy first class sleeping accommodation aboard VIA Rail's Canadian train and watch the stunning scenery roll by as you relax with special access to the Park Car and the Skyline Car, where you'll be treated to 360 degree...

Travel through inspiring mountain ranges and view glassy lakes and rivers of ice, on the world-famous Glacier Express and Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps. Stay in the luxury alpine resort town of St Moritz - where the Olympics have been held twice - and the traditional car-free village of Zermatt, nestled beneath the iconic Matterhorn...

Take a breathtaking journey through the Canadian Rockies aboard VIA Rail's Canadian train, from Vancouver to the mountain town of Banff. Your journey takes you through stunning scenery, and on arrival in Jasper you can ride the Jasper Skytrain up to Whistler's Mountain for more inspiring views. You'll visit magical Lake Louise and you'll have the...

Recall the golden age of travel as you explore these incredible regions of central and southern Spain. Beginning in the capital, Madrid, board the luxury train beloved by British royals to discover the jewels of Aranjuez, Toledo and Cáceres‎. Heading into Andalucía, savour a sherry tasting in Jerez, experience an equestrian ballet and visit...

Dramatic mountain scenery provides the setting for this magnificent holiday, travelling on the world renowned Glacier Express and Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps. You'll stay in Chur, Switzerland's oldest town - which is traffic free and feels like a step back in time, - and Brig, a charming Swiss town that sits at the foot of the...

Step back in time to the golden age of travel when you board the luxurious Maharaja's Express, and take a once-in-a-lifetime journey. You'll explore Delhi in all its vibrant winder, and you'll visit historically important landmarks like the Taj Mahal. Relax as the Maharaja's Express takes you from town to city in this magical part of India,...

Experience the golden age of travel as you explore southern and central Spain's most dazzling regions. Starting in Seville, marvel at the Giralda, before boarding the luxurious Al Andalus train and travelling further into Andalucía. On an opulent train beloved by British royals, visit Córdoba's Mezquita, savour a sherry tasting in Jerez and...

Travel through inspiring mountain ranges and view glassy lakes and rivers of ice, on the world-famous Glacier Express in ultimate style in the exclusive Excellence Class carriage. Stay in the luxury alpine resort town of St Moritz - where the Olympics have been held twice - and the traditional car-free village of Zermatt, nestled beneath the...

Create unforgettable memories on this stunning tour which takes you aboard the sumptuous Venice Simplon Orient Express, and around three inspiring Italian cities - Rome, Florence and Venice. Experience the water city and sail along the canals of Venice, stroll the historic streets of Rome and visit the Colosseum and Trevi Fountain, and spend...

Take a truly memorable trip aboard the luxurious Venice Simplon Orient Express and visit two of the most romantic cities on earth - Venice and Paris. On this atmospheric tour you'll discover your love for Paris as you walk by the Eiffel Tower and you'll fall in love with the water city when you ride a gondola along the canals of Venice. Your...

Take a once-in-a-lifetime trip to two magical Italian cities and journey home aboard the luxurious Venice Simplon Orient Express. Begin your journey in Florence, the city of art and an Italian cultural hub like no other, and then travel to Venice, the water city where you can ride a gondola and eat gelato in the pretty squares. Finally, your...