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Embrace the magic of Christmas and feel that yuletide cheer with a one-of-a-kind Railtrail festive rail holiday in Europe. Our tours are guaranteed to get anyone in the mood for the most magical time of year, with rail tours to see the delightful Christmas Markets of Switzerland, France, and Germany, where your tastebuds can go on a culinary adventure. Or, you can spend Christmas like never before, with a tour along the route of the Glacier Express and the Rigi Mountain Railway in Switzerland.
Experience the magic of Christmas on this festive tour to Belgium. Discover the beautiful city of Bruges, cruise through Ghent, craft your own delicious Belgian chocolate, and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of two fantastic Christmas Markets.
Duration: 4 DaysEnjoy Christmas with a difference amidst the lakes and mountains of Switzerland. Marvel at the stunning winter scenes offered by the Goldenpass Line, the route of the Glacier Express and the Rigi Mountain Railway. Soar up Mount Titlis and relax on Lake Lucerne's shore at the 4 star Seehotel Pilatus, whose leisure facilities open out onto a fantastic panorama of lake and mountain scenery.
Duration: 8 DaysExperience a unique and unforgettable adventure by rail to Sweden discovering the best of this beautiful country. Embark on a thrilling overnight rail journey into Lapland to explore local traditions, meet the majestic reindeer, marvel at stunning wintry landscapes, and hunt for the magical Northern Lights on a fantastic dogsledding tour plus much more! Join us on this once in a lifetime, memorable journey.
Duration: 11 DaysMarvel at Switzerland's wintry lake and mountain scenery on this snow train adventure with a difference featuring a selection of excursions not found anywhere else. Journey on the scenic former GoldenPass Line, travel the route of the Glacier Express, discover the historic Rigi Railway, and ride the breathtaking Titlis Rotair. Visit the pilgrimage site of Einsiedeln, enjoy free time to explore wonderful Lucerne, and relax on the shore of Lake Lucerne.
Duration: 8 DaysAn adventure to warm your Harz! Experience spectacular winter scenery in Germany's timeless Harz Mountains, journey through beautiful snow dusted forests on exhilarating steam-hauled rides, and travel on a unique suspension monorail. Marvel at breathtaking panoramic views, visit picturesque medieval towns with fantastic half-timbered houses, and enjoy free time to relax and explore the quaint town of Wernigerode.
Duration: 7 DaysExperience the ultimate steam tour adventure in Germany with no less than ten steam lines to explore on this action-packed itinerary! Journey through beautiful landscapes on exhilarating steam hauled rides, travel on a unique suspended monorail, ride charming branch lines on the Zittau Railway, and visit the fascinating Altstadt roundhouse in Dresden.
Duration: 11 DaysEnjoy the festive season on this fantastic steam tour to Germany. Experience fabulous mainline steam excursions, nostalgic narrow-gauge steam lines, and charming branch lines plus travel on a unique suspended monorail and superb funicular railway. Cruise along the River Elbe, visit the fascinating Dresden Transport Museum, and enjoy time to stroll through the traditional Christmas Markets of both Dresden and Leipzig offering unique festive treats and gifts.
Duration: 8 DaysExperience a charming combination of culinary delights and railway adventures on this festive tour to Switzerland. Indulge in tastings of two famous Swiss products, cheese and chocolate, and learn of their history and production. Journey on the panoramic GoldenPass Express and visit the medieval Chillon Castle plus enjoy free time in Montreux to explore their famous Christmas Market.
Duration: 5 DaysExperience the magic of Christmas on this festive tour to Belgium. Discover the beautiful city of Bruges, cruise through Ghent, craft your own delicious Belgian chocolate, and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of two fantastic Christmas Markets.
Duration: 4 DaysExperience a magical Christmas amidst Switzerland's wintry lake and mountain scenery on this snow train adventure with a difference. Journey on the scenic GoldenPass Line, travel the route of the Glacier Express, discover the historic Rigi Railway, and ride the breathtaking Titlis Rotair. Enjoy free time to explore wonderful Lucerne and indulge in Christmas Dinner at our beautiful lakeside hotel with fabulous panoramic views.
Duration: 8 DaysAward Winning rail holidays in the UK, Europe & Worldwide, departing in 2025
A collection of Festive and Winter Tours in 2024 and 2025
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