Autumn

As the leaves change colour to russet, red and golden, the landscape creates a different tapestry from the windows of your train. The cities of Europe retain their warmth and light, and cafés beckon you in for coffee and cake, whilst along the coast and rivers there is room to roam on quieter beaches and pathways.

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The Glacier Express & Scenic Switzerland (Escorted Holiday)

£1,749 per person
Escorted Holiday: September 2013 Journey to the roof of the Alps and enjoy fabulous scenery from alpine meadows to stunning lakes and picture-postcard towns and villages on this wonderful 7 night holiday. Your included First Class Swiss Pass allows you to make the most of Switzerland’s majestic beauty and breathtaking scenic rail journeys. Thursday 12th September – By train to … Continue reading

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The Glacier Express & Scenic Switzerland

Prices from £1,395 per person
Journey to the roof of the Alps and enjoy fabulous scenery from alpine meadows to stunning lakes and picture-postcard towns and villages on this wonderful 7 night holiday. Our included Swiss Half-Fare card allows you to make the most of Switzerland’s majestic beauty and breathtaking scenic rail journeys. Experience 3 of Switzerland’s most scenic and world-renowned rail journeys on this … Continue reading

Florence in spring time, Tuscany, Italy

Florence by First Class Rail

Prices from £995 per person
Florence, beautifully set on the banks of the River Arno, against the backdrop of lush Tuscan hills and vines, is one of the world’s greatest Art cities. Whether you immerse yourself in the city’s cultural and architectural opulence, soak up the sophistication of the Florentine people or journey among Tuscany’s medieval towns and landscapes, this short break enables you to … Continue reading

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Luxury Break to Paris by First Class Rail

Prices from £549 per person
Stunning and stylish Paris is the perfect short break destination by rail. This most romantic of cities boasts an abundance of iconic monuments, world-class museums, gastronomic restaurants and chic boutiques, all framed by elegant tree-lined boulevards and the mesmeric river Seine. 3 night holiday by First Class rail staying at the stylish Hotel Mayfair (4 star) from £549 per person (based … Continue reading

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Cannes & The Côte d’Azur by First Class Rail

Prices from £595 per person
Beautifully set on the shores of the turquoise blue Mediterranean, Cannes welcome you with year-round sunshine, stylish Belle Epoque architecture and wonderful views of the sea and mountains. Stroll along the delightful Croisette, wander among the tempting boutiques and shops and discover stylish restaurants up the winding streets or around the harbour in Cannes. 4 night / 5 day holiday … Continue reading

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French Hotel Barges: River Cruise along the River Saône & the Charming Canal du Centre

Prices from £1,849 per person. Save over £375 per person on selected dates
What better way to appreciate the charm and beauty of the French countryside, vineyards and joie de vivre. Experience historic riverside towns, outstanding Burgundy wines and gourmet meals on this intimate 6 night / 7 day all-inclusive luxury cruise along the Burgundy Canal, River Saône and tranquil Canal du Centre. 6 night holiday by First Class rail – special offer … Continue reading

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Amsterdam, Bruges & Brussels by First Class Rail

Prices from £975 per person
Medieval Bruges is a perfectly preserved gem as befits one of northern Europe’s richest cities of the Middle Ages. The ‘Venice of the North’ is criss-crossed with attractive waterways and boasts some of the finest examples of Flemish and European art, including the richly detailed canvasses by Van Eyck and Memling and Michelangelo’s beautiful Madonna with Child. The heart of … Continue reading

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Amsterdam by First Class Rail

Prices from £475 per person
Beautifully set within a network of attractive canals and lovely merchants’ houses, Amsterdam is the perfect short break destination by rail. This fascinating city boasts a vibrant atmosphere day and night, world-class museums, charming restaurants and cosy bars and cafés, all framed by delightful bridges and pretty canals. Despite its worldwide appeal the city still manages to feel quintessentially Dutch. … Continue reading

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Nice & The Côte d’Azur by First Class Rail

Prices from £495 per person
Beautifully set on the shores of the turquoise blue Mediterranean, Nice welcomes you with year-round sunshine, stylish Belle Epoque architecture and wonderful views of the sea and mountains. Stroll along the delightful ‘Promenade des Anglais’, wander among the tempting boutiques and shops and discover stylish restaurants up the winding streets of the lovely Old Town. 4 night holiday by First … Continue reading

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Bruges by First Class Rail

Prices from £375 per person
Medieval Bruges is a perfectly preserved gem as befits one of the richest cities of northern Europe during the Middle Ages. The ‘Venice of the North’ is criss-crossed with attractive waterways and boasts some of the finest examples of Flemish and European art, including the richly detailed canvasses by Van Eyck and Memling  and Michelangelo’s beautiful Madonna with Child. The … Continue reading

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Royal Scotsman – Classic Experience

Prices from £4,330 per person
Dates: Various from May to October The quintessential Royal Scotsman experience and certainly one of their most popular journeys. After following the east coast up to Keith you head across to the picturesque west coast village of Plockton, before making your way to Inverness and then south to Perth. A private ceilidh at Strathisla and your personal invitation to visit … Continue reading

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Royal Scotsman – Highlands

Prices from £2,350 per person
Dates: Various from May to September There is simply no better way to experience the drama and wild beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Heading north on the Highland Line through Dunkeld and Blair Atholl to Inverness, passing Culloden, site of the 1746 battle, on the way. This journey is ideal for those who like outdoor activity – at Rothiemurchus Estate … Continue reading

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Royal Scotsman – West Highlands

Prices from £3,440 per person
Dates: Various from May to October On the West Highland Line, one of the world’s most scenic rail journeys, the Royal Scotsman passes glens, lochs and mountains, steeped in the lore of giants such as Rob Roy McGregor and Bonnie Prince Charlie. Off train visits, such as to the spectacular, gothic Mount Stuart House, are included. Think of the finest … Continue reading

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The Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express

Prices from £9,995 per person
The world’s ultimate railway journey, the Trans-Siberian railway, runs from Europe to the Orient, starting in Moscow and climbing through the Urals, across the majestic Russian steppes and windswept tundra, along the shores of Lake Baikal, passing beyond Asia to the Sea of Japan as it arrives in Vladivostok. We make this unparalleled journey even more special by giving you … Continue reading

Venice-Simplon Orient Express

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Prices from £2,750 per person
London to Venice on board the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and return by First Class rail The legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express offers a unique travel experience. For your trip of a lifetime embark on the classic journey from London to Paris and onto the magical city of Venice. Step aboard the Orient-Express and you step back in time to a bygone age … Continue reading

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Venice by First Class Rail

Prices from £995 per person
Venice truly is like nowhere else on earth which is what makes a holiday here such a unique and unforgettable experience. Let yourself be totally mesmerised by the serenity and sheer beauty of this romantic city. 6 night / 7 day holiday by First Class rail travelling on daytime trains throughout, including 4 nights in a double room at the … Continue reading

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Grand Tour of Italy by First Class Rail

Prices from £1,649 per person
Re-live the magic of the classic grand tours of Europe on this fabulous 11 night holiday which captures the quintessential Italy, contrasting the Eternal City of Rome, Renaissance Florence and the romanticism of Venice. 11 night holiday by First Class rail on daytime trains throughout travelling via Zurich and Montreux including 3 nights each in Rome, Florence and Venice from … Continue reading

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Rome by First Class Rail

Prices from £1,049 per person
The Eternal City of Rome is arguably the most compelling and fascinating of all Italy’s historical cities. Discover the unforgettable majesty of this beautiful city, take the time to unwind and enjoy a city break that beautifully blends culture, gastronomy and shopping. The cosmopolitan, elegant town of Montreuxhas an ideal setting on the shores of Lake Geneva with the stunning … Continue reading