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From a short break in the glorious Highlands of Scotland to the marvellous lakes and mountain railways of Switzerland in their alpine winter glory. Explore festive Christmas Markets and take great steam railway journeys through stunning scenery.
Our great value pre Christmas Scottish tour stays at the Alexandra Hotel in Fort William and is packed with fantastic attractions and stunning scenery. This winter warmer in the western Highlands includes excellent excursions, great rail journeys on the West Highland and Kyle Lines, full board at the hotel and three drinks vouchers each evening, along with entertainment on two nights.
Duration: 5 DaysThe West Highland Line, the Kyle Line & the Cairngorms Line - experience a truly magical pre-Christmas circular rail tour of the Scottish Highlands in all their wintry glory, followed by a relaxing and homely Christmas in Stirling with all the trimmings and an excursion to the Royal Yacht Britannia and Edinburgh.
Duration: 8 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 DaysEnjoy a relaxing Christmas in beautiful Harrogate. This Christmas you can unwind and let someone else do the cooking. Our tour includes a traditional Christmas Day lunch with all the trimmings, a light Boxing Day lunch and entertainment on 3 nights plus, a visit to historic York on Christmas Eve and Boxing Day steam journey on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway.
Duration: 5 DaysA relaxing New Year short break in the beautiful Victorian spa town of Harrogate. Our tour includes an afternoon tea, New Year's Eve gala dinner with entertainment and a steam journey on the Embsay and Bolton Railway as well as a trip to the historic city of York.
Duration: 4 DaysJoin our exciting new and exclusive winter tour by rail to Scandinavia and Swedish Lapland and explore all that Sweden's capital has to offer. Experience the cities of Hamburg and Copenhagen en route. Embark on a thrilling overnight train journey into Lapland where we will explore local traditions, marvel at the stunning landscapes, relax in an award-winning spa, and hunt for the magical Northern Lights on a Husky dog sled! Join us for a once in a lifetime, memorable journey.
Duration: 11 DaysOur White Pass Winter Snow Train Adventure is a Swiss lakes and mountains tour with a difference. Featuring a great selection of excursions not found anywhere else, you can marvel at the wintry scenery on the Goldenpass Line, the route of the Glacier Express and the Rigi Mountain Railway, travel up Mount Titlis, and relax on the shore of the beautiful Lake Lucerne.
Duration: 8 DaysGet ready to experience the ultimate steam tour adventure! Discover the stunning landscapes of Saxony and the Harz region in all its glory on this unforgettable journey. With no less than EIGHT steam lines to explore, you'll be sure to have an action-packed itinerary.
Duration: 11 DaysGermany's timeless Harz Mountains are arguably even more spectacular in winter with the towns half-timbered houses and snow dusted forests resembling a picturesque Christmas card scene. Our popular Winter Wonderland tour now includes a day to relax and explore beautiful Wernigerode.
Duration: 7 DaysEnjoy a luxurious stay in the heart of the Highlands, with a taste of everything this beautiful area has to offer. Take a relaxing cruise on Loch Ness and keep your eyes peeled for the famous Nessie. Explore the mysterious Castle Urquhart and follow in the footsteps of Michael Palin as you travel to The Kyle of Lochalsh on one of the "Great Railway Journeys of the World".
Duration: 5 DaysJoin us on a circular tour of the spectacular "Great Railway Journeys of the Scottish Highlands". You may have seen them on TV and now you too can experience some of the most stunningly beautiful scenery in Europe. A superb value Railtrail holiday.
Duration: 5 DaysOur Harrogate winter break visits Castle Howard to see the wonderful festive decorations and iconic 25-foot Christmas tree in the Great Hall adorned with over 3,000 baubles. We explore York's famous St Nicholas Fayre with over one-hundred traditional stalls scattered throughout the atmospheric streets. We enjoy festive afternoon tea as we steam through the Dales on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway and visit the RHS Harlow Carr Gardens as dusk falls to view the beautifully illuminated trees.
Duration: 4 DaysOur great value pre-Christmas Scottish tour stays at the Alexandra Hotel in Fort William and is packed with fantastic attractions and stunning scenery. This winter warmer in the western Highlands includes excellent excursions, great rail journeys on the West Highland and Kyle Lines, Half board at the hotel, a bubbly drinks reception on arrival along with Scottish themed singing and dancing entertainment.
Duration: 5 DaysThe West Highland Line, the Kyle Line & the Cairngorms Line - experience a truly magical pre-Christmas circular rail tour of the Scottish Highlands in all their wintry glory, followed by a relaxing and homely Christmas in Stirling with all the trimmings and an excursion to the Royal Yacht Britannia and Edinburgh.
Duration: 8 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 DaysEnjoy a relaxing Christmas in beautiful Harrogate. This Christmas you can unwind and let someone else do the cooking. Our tour includes a traditional Christmas Day lunch with all the trimmings, a light Boxing Day lunch, and entertainment on 3 nights plus a visit to historic York on Christmas Eve and a Boxing Day steam journey on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway.
Duration: 5 DaysA relaxing New Year short break in the beautiful Victorian spa town of Harrogate. Our tour includes an afternoon tea, New Year's Eve gala dinner with entertainment and a steam journey on the Embsay and Bolton Railway as well as a trip to the historic city of York.
Duration: 4 DaysAward Winning rail holidays in the UK, Europe & Worldwide, departing in 2024
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