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Lake District

Boasting lakeland scenery to inspire our finest poets, the Lake District is framed by the brooding majesty of the Settle & Carlisle, sea vistas of the Cumbrian Coast Line, plus steam heritage galore.

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Nostalgic Lakes & Mountains Explorer
From Only £1,459.00

Experience nostalgic railway journeys through spectacular scenery and along stunning coastlines in the Lake District enjoying vintage train rides including the world-famous Settle & Carlisle line across the fabulous Ribblehead Viaduct. Visit fascinating railway museums, relax on leisurely cruises across beautiful lakes, indulge in afternoon tea at the stately Leighton Hall, enjoy a distillery tour and tasting plus free time to explore the beautiful market town of Kendal.

Duration: 8 Days
02/06/2025 and
15/09/2025
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Land's End to John O'Groats
From Only £3,690.00

Experience a fantastic coast to coast adventure from Land's End to John O'Groats crossing three countries with many of the UK's greatest scenic rail journeys along the way. Journey through England, Scotland, and Wales visiting iconic locations, exploring beautiful cities, and discovering picturesque scenery on a tour that has it all!

Duration: 14 Days
04/09/2025
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Revolutionary Cities & Lake District Treasures
From Only £1,269.00

Discover revolutionary cities and the treasures of the Lake District on this Signature Tour through history, culture, and beauty. Journey through some of the most spectacular scenery in Britain's first National Park, stroll along historic streets past iconic buildings in Liverpool, explore grand churches and beautiful parks in York, and sail on Derwentwater amidst stunning landscapes plus enjoy free time to explore the vibrant city of Manchester.

Duration: 6 Days
13/10/2025
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Nostalgic Lakes & Mountains Explorer
From Only £1,579.00

Experience nostalgic railway journeys through spectacular scenery and along stunning coastlines in the Lake District including the world-famous Settle & Carlisle line across the fabulous Ribblehead Viaduct. Visit fascinating railway museums, relax on leisurely cruises across beautiful lakes, indulge in afternoon tea at the stately Leighton Hall, and enjoy a distillery tour and tasting plus free time to explore the beautiful market town of Kendal.

Duration: 8 Days
22/06/2026 and
21/09/2026
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North Lakes in a Nutshell
From Only £725.00

Discover the North Lakes on this short break tour combining beauty, history, and culinary delights. Visit fascinating museums and historic mansions, cruise across the stunning Ullswater Lake, sample award-winning marmalade, and indulge in a distillery tour and tasting plus free time to explore the beautiful market town on Keswick.

Duration: 4 Days
06/07/2026 and
05/10/2026
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UK, Euro & Worldwide 2025

Award Winning rail holidays in the UK, Europe & Worldwide, departing in 2025

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Bristol, Cider & Gorge-ous Cheddar
From Price: £829.00
Duration: 5 Days
2 dates available
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The Big Five versus The Stoosbahn
From Price: £2,099.00
Duration: 8 Days
2 dates available
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Bygone Times of Bletchley & Beyond
From Price: £679.00
Duration: 5 Days
2 dates available
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Classic Cornwall Coast & Country
From Price: £899.00
Duration: 5 Days
2 dates available
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Canals, Steam & Historic Chester
From Price: £735.00
Duration: 5 Days
2 dates available
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Exclusive Secrets of the Highlands & Islands
From Price: £4,999.00
Duration: 11 Days
Departure Date: 31/05/2025
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Enchanting Voyage Through the Heart of Scotland
From Price: £3,899.00
Duration: 9 Days
Departure Date: 22/10/2025
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Forest of Dean Steam & The Wye Valley
From Price: £759.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 08/09/2025
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Guernsey, Jersey, Herm & Sark
From Price: £2,039.00
Duration: 9 Days
2 dates available
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Land's End to John O'Groats
From Price: £3,690.00
Duration: 14 Days
Departure Date: 04/09/2025
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Hebridean Odyssey
From Price: £2,479.00
Duration: 8 Days
2 dates available
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Highland Adventure
From Price: £799.00
Duration: 4 Days
2 dates available
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Historic Kent Castles, Tracks & Vines
From Price: £1,350.00
Duration: 6 Days
2 dates available
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Historical Wonders of Wessex & Portsmouth
From Price: £1,029.00
Duration: 6 Days
Departure Date: 23/06/2025
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Isle of Man Explorer
From Price: £805.00
Duration: 5 Days
2 dates available
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Nostalgic Lakes & Mountains Explorer
From Price: £1,459.00
Duration: 8 Days
2 dates available
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Peak District Panoramas
From Price: £1,155.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 18/12/2025
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Potteries Heritage Discovery
From Price: £799.00
Duration: 5 Days
3 dates available
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Picturesque Highland Seasons
From Price: £1,099.00
Duration: 5 Days
3 dates available
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Picturesque Pitlochry & The Enchanted Forest
From Price: £1,059.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 20/10/2025
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Revolutionary Cities & Lake District Treasures
From Price: £1,269.00
Duration: 6 Days
Departure Date: 13/10/2025
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Step Back in Tyne - Discover the North East
From Price: £780.00
Duration: 6 Days
2 dates available
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Scottish Steam, Malt & Ale Trail
From Price: £989.00
Duration: 6 Days
3 dates available
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Scotland's Far North, Shetland & Orkney
From Price: £1,659.00
Duration: 6 Days
Departure Date: 28/05/2025
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Serene Gardens of Cornwall
From Price: £880.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 07/08/2025
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Spirit of the Ribble Valley
From Price: £665.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 07/10/2025
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Steam & Sail in the English Riviera
From Price: £645.00
Duration: 5 Days
4 dates available
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Roses Battle by Steam plus Settle & Carlisle Line
From Price: £1,299.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 08/09/2025
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Wonderful Wales
From Price: £1,130.00
Duration: 6 Days
4 dates available
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Welsh Whisky, Mines, Mint & Steam
From Price: £890.00
Duration: 6 Days
2 dates available
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Yorkshire Gold - Coast & Country
From Price: £1,690.00
Duration: 7 Days
Departure Date: 23/09/2025
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Orkney & Shetland Explorer
From Price: £2,390.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 19/09/2025
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Trails of Saxony: Cycle & Explore
From Price: £2,399.00
Duration: 9 Days
Departure Date: 07/09/2025
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Bruges & Ghent Christmas Markets
From Price: £979.00
Duration: 4 Days
Departure Date: 15/12/2025
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Black Forest & Lake Constance
From Price: £3,099.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 10/10/2025
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Celtic Royal New Year Celebration
From Price: £739.00
Duration: 4 Days
Departure Date: 30/12/2025
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Deck the Halls in County Durham
From Price: £500.00
Duration: 4 Days
Departure Date: 08/12/2025
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Emerald Isle Discovery
From Price: £2,845.00
Duration: 12 Days
Departure Date: 25/09/2025
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Festive Highlands Tartan & Taster
From Price: £625.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 02/12/2025
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French Rail Roamer
From Price: £1,195.00
Duration: 6 Days
Departure Date: 01/07/2025
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Grand Tour - The Transpyrenean
From Price: £3,449.00
Duration: 15 Days
Departure Date: 13/09/2025
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Heart of Wales & The Brecon Beacons
From Price: £725.00
Duration: 5 Days
2 dates available
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Isles of Scilly Discovery
From Price: £2,495.00
Duration: 7 Days
Departure Date: 06/07/2025
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Italy's Ancient Cities & The Campania Coast
From Price: £4,995.00
Duration: 10 Days
Departure Date: 16/10/2025
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Montreux Festive Magic
From Price: £1,899.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 08/12/2025
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Pearls of Thuringia
From Price: £2,599.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 02/09/2025
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Queen of Scots & Edinburgh
From Price: £2,290.00
Duration: 9 Days
2 dates available
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Rhine Luxury Christmas Magic
From Price: £2,275.00
Duration: 9 Days
Departure Date: 19/12/2025
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Romantic Highlander
From Price: £1,309.00
Duration: 5 Days
2 dates available
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Festive Steam in Saxony
From Price: £2,269.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 02/12/2025
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Swiss Christmas Snow Train Adventure
From Price: £1,999.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 20/12/2025
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Step into Christmas in Windsor & Oxford
From Price: £1,045.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 02/12/2025
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Austrian Steam Adventure
From Price: £2,325.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 30/09/2025
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Czech Steam Festival
From Price: £3,199.00
Duration: 9 Days
Departure Date: 22/09/2025
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Swiss Food & Wine Delights
From Price: £2,959.00
Duration: 7 Days
Departure Date: 03/09/2025
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Stratford Festive Delights
From Price: £985.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 23/12/2025
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Northern Germany by Steam
From Price: £2,425.00
Duration: 9 Days
Departure Date: 27/07/2025
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Norfolk Steam
From Price: £975.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 28/08/2025
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West Country Steam
From Price: £925.00
Duration: 6 Days
2 dates available
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Switzerland Steam-Powered Six
From Price: £2,419.00
Duration: 8 Days
2 dates available
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Timeless Isle of Man Adventurer
From Price: £1,229.00
Duration: 8 Days
2 dates available
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Twixmas in Dumfries & Galloway
From Price: £585.00
Duration: 4 Days
Departure Date: 27/12/2025
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West Country Luxury Steam
From Price: £1,425.00
Duration: 4 Days
Departure Date: 01/06/2025
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Winchester Christmas Celebration
From Price: £1,190.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 23/12/2025
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Wonders of the Waterways
From Price: £1,875.00
Duration: 10 Days
2 dates available

Festive & Winter

A collection of Festive and Winter Tours in 2024 and 2025

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Bruges & Ghent Christmas Markets
From Price: £979.00
Duration: 4 Days
Departure Date: 15/12/2025
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Celtic Royal New Year Celebration
From Price: £739.00
Duration: 4 Days
Departure Date: 30/12/2025
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Deck the Halls in County Durham
From Price: £500.00
Duration: 4 Days
Departure Date: 08/12/2025
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Festive Highlands Tartan & Taster
From Price: £625.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 02/12/2025
<img src="windsorcastle2©dreamstime.jpeg" alt="Windsor Castle ©Dreamstime"/>
 
Step into Christmas in Windsor & Oxford
From Price: £1,045.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 02/12/2025
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Stratford Festive Delights
From Price: £985.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 23/12/2025
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Winchester Christmas Celebration
From Price: £1,190.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 23/12/2025
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Twixmas in Dumfries & Galloway
From Price: £585.00
Duration: 4 Days
Departure Date: 27/12/2025
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Swiss Christmas Snow Train Adventure
From Price: £1,999.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 20/12/2025
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Festive Steam in Saxony
From Price: £2,269.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 02/12/2025
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Montreux Festive Magic
From Price: £1,899.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 08/12/2025

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