Lake Garda By Rail (escorted tour)

Holiday Highlights

  • Lake Garda cruise
  • Malcesine
  • Market day in Salo
  • Venice & St.Marks
  • The Dolomites & Bolzano
  • Verona
  • Dinner in a local agriturismo vineyard
  • Lake Cruise to Sirmione
  • Rhône Valley & Simplon Pass
  • St. Gotthard Pass
  • Rhine Gorge

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Florence by First Class Rail

Florence - Ponte Vecchio

Florence - Ponte Vecchio

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 really savour Italy’s renaissance capital.

6 night holiday by First Class rail and overnight sleeper to Florence returning on daytime trains from £1,075 per person or from £1,149 per person travelling on daytime trains throughout via Milan, or from £1,249 per person travelling on daytime trains throughout via Dijon, including 4 nights at the Hotel Santa Maria Novella (4 star)

Daily departures throughout the year and tailor-made just for you

Holiday Highlights

  • Medieval Dijon
  • Euro City tilting train through scenic Switzerland
  • Renaissance Florence
  • Magnificent Duomo
  • Uffizi Gallery
  • Ponte Vecchio
  • Classic Rail Journeys through the Alps including Simplon Pass
  • Lake Geneva and lakeside Montreux

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The Glacier Express and Scenic Switzerland

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.

7 night holiday by First Class rail from £1,395 per person.

Daily departures throughout the year and tailor-made just for you

Glacier Express

Glacier Express

Holiday Highlights

Our included Swiss Rail Pass 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 fantastic 7 night holiday.

  • Glacier Express
  • Bernina Express
  • Poschiavo
  • Lakeside Montreux
  • Stunning Château de Chillon (payable locally)
  • Bernese Oberland
  • The Jungfrau – Top of Europe (supplements apply)
  • Golden Panoramic Express (small supplements apply)
  • Scenic Rhine Gorge
  • Cologne & its famous Cathedral

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Trans-Siberian Express

Holiday Highlights

The voyage of a lifetime from Moscow to Vladivostok on the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express, a genuine luxury hotel train, bringing unprecedented comfort and style to the world’s greatest railway journey.

Trans Siberian Route

Trans Siberian Route

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 the opportunity to travel by train from London to Moscow, where you join the Trans-Siberian Express, creating a total journey of over 8,000 miles, moving through 11 time zones and travelling one third of the way around the planet. This truly is the holiday of a lifetime!

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Venice by First Class rail and overnight sleeper 2011 and 2012 – from £1,025

Grand Canal Venice

Grand Canal Venice

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 holiday by First Class rail from London to Paris and overnight 2 berth sleeper from Paris to Venice, returning on daytime trains via an overnight stay in Montreux, including 4 nights at the Hotel Ai Mori d’Oriente from £1,025 per person

Daily departures throughout the year and tailor-made just for you

Holiday Highlights

  • Incomparable Venice
  • The Grand Canal
  • St. Marks Square
  • Rialto Bridge
  • Spectacular scenery of the Simplon Pass and Rhône Valley
  • Lakeside Montreux
  • Lake Geneva
  • Château de Chillon (payable locally)

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Easter in Venice by First Class Rail

Grand Canal Venice

Grand Canal Venice

Holiday Highlights

  • Medieval Dijon
  • Cisalpino through scenic Switzerland
  • Incomparable Venice
  • St. Mark’s Square
  • Rialto Bridge
  • Lake Geneva and Montreux

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Charm and Beauty of Lake Garda

Lake Garda - Sirmione

Lake Garda - Sirmione

Enjoy the best of stunning, sparkling, serene Lake Garda and take the opportunity to visit nearby Milan and the Dolomites. Lake Garda embraces diverse scenery, from towering cliffs to tiny harbours and palm tree lined promenades, from hilltop castles to lemon orchards and olive groves.

Relax and unwind or soak up some of Italy’s most wonderful history, culture, scenery and gastronomy on this fantastic 6-night holiday by First Class rail on daytime trains throughout staying in Milan and Montreux from £1,049 per person or First Class rail on daytime trains throughout staying in Dijon and Montreux from £1,149 per person (featured itinerary) staying in a double room at the Hotel Villa Maria (4 star).

Daily departures throughout the year and tailor-made just for you

Upgrades to full lake view rooms available at all hotels from £10 per person per night.

Holiday Highlights

  • Medieval Dijon
  • Euro City train through scenic Switzerland
  • Lake Garda
  • Lake Garda Cruise (payable locally)
  • Market day in Desenzano
  • Spectacular rail journey up the Rhône Valley and through the Simplon Pass
  • Lakeside Montreux
  • Lake Geneva

Grand Tour of Italy by First Class rail

Grand Tour of Italy

Grand Tour of Italy

Re-live the magic of the classic grand tours of Europe on this fabulous holiday which captures the quintessential Italy, contrasting the sheer wonder of the Eternal City of Rome, with the beauty of Renaissance Florence and the unique romanticism of Venice.

11 night holiday by First Class rail and overnight 2-berth sleeper from Paris to Rome from £1,495 per person (low season) or by First Class rail throughout travelling on daytime trains via Milan from £1,595 per person (low season) including 3 nights in Rome, Florence and Venice or from £1,675 per person travelling via Djon, Strasbourg or Zurich (featured itinerary) (low season)

Daily departures throughout the year and tailor-made just for you


Holiday Highlights

  • Zurich and Lake Zurich
  • Scenic rail journeys through the Gotthard Pass and Simplon Pass in Switzerland
  • The eternal city of Rome
  • Renaissance Florence
  • Romantic Venice
  • Lakeside Montreux and Lake Geneva

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French Hotel Barges – Lorraine and Caprice – Save £100 per person

Holiday Highlights

Was £1,595 – Save £100 – now £1,495 per person

  • Medieval Dijon – Capital of Burgundy
  • Chalon-sur-Saône
  • Beaune and the Hospices de Beaune
  • Canal du Centre
  • Wine tasting at the Clos de Vougeot
  • Châteaux of Burgundy
  • All meals and included along with excellent regional wines during lunch and dinner

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Rome by First Class Rail

Trevi Fountain Rome

Trevi Fountain Rome

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.

6 night / 7 day holiday by First Class rail including 4 nights in Rome and overnight stays in Zurich and Montreux from £1,295 per person (based on 2 people travelling)

Daily departures throughout the year and tailor-made just for you

Holiday Highlights

  • Zurich and Lake Zurich
  • Scenic rail journeys through Switzerland via the Gotthard and Simplon Passes
  • Eternal city of Rome
  • Trevi Fountain
  • Colliseum
  • Vatican City and Sistene Chapel
  • Lake Montreux and Lake Geneva

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Venice by First Class Rail



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 holiday by First Class return rail from London to Paris and overnight 2 berth return sleeper from Paris to Venice from £875 per person (low season)
6 night holiday by First Class rail from London to Paris and overnight 2 berth sleeper from Paris to Venice, returning on daytime trains via an overnight stay in Montreux, including 4 nights at the Hotel Ai Mori d’Oriente from £995 per person (low season)
6 night holiday by First Class rail travelling on daytime trains throughout, including 4 nights at the Hotel Ai Mori d’Oriente and overnight stays in either Paris or Milan and then Montreux from £1,025 per person
6 night holiday by First Class rail travelling on daytime trains throughout, including 4 nights at the Hotel Ai Mori d’Oriente and overnight stays in Zurich and Montreux from £1,125 per person (low season) – featured itinerary

Holiday Highlights

  • Cisalpino tilting train through scenic Switzerland
  • Incomparable Venice
  • St. Mark’s Square
  • Rialto Bridge
  • The Grand Canal
  • Spectacular scenery of the Simplon Pass and Rhône Valley
  • Lakeside Montreux and Lake Geneva
  • Château de Chillon (payable locally)

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Carnivals

Daily departures throughout the duration of the carnival and tailor-made just for you

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Venice Carnival by First Class rail – 11th – 21st February 2012

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 serentity and sheer beauty of this romantic city.

The Venice Carnival 2012 is a extraordinary occasion that lasts 2 flamboyant weeks

6 night/7 day Carnival holiday by First Class rail travelling on daytime trains throughout, including 4 nights in Venice, with an overnight stop in Strasbourg or Zurich (featured itinerary) from £1,275 per person

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Nice Carnival and the Cote d’Azur by First Class rail – 17th February – 4th March 2012

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.

Between 17th February and 4th March you can experience Nice Carnival when the streets come alive with music, dance, dazzling costumes, fabulous processions and parades of flowers, all based on this year’s theme ‘The King of Sport’.

4 night Nice Carnival holiday by First Class rail from £495 per person

Nice and the Côte d’Azur by First Class rail

Holiday Highlights

  • Nice
  • Côte d’Azur
  • Promenade des Anglais
  • Old Town of Nice
  • Orthodox Russian Cathedral
  • Scenic rail journey along the coast to Nice

Paris – First Class

Paris - First Class

Holiday Highlights

  • The incomparable city of Paris 
  • First Class rail travel
  • Excellent First Class 4 star hotel in an ideal location 

Paris Attractions

  • Eiffel Tower and the river Seine
  • Cathedrals of Notre Dame and Sacré Coeur
  • Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay
  • Arc de Triomphe and the Champs Elysées
  • Le Marais and Père Lachaise cemetery
  • Rive Gauche and Quartier Latin

(Sightseeing, excursions and entrance fees payable locally) 
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Bruges by First Class rail from £349

Bruges
Medieval Bruges is a perfectly preserved gem as befits one of the richest cities of northern Europe during the Middle Ages. Fabulous First Class Short Breaks to the ‘Venice of the North’.

3 night holiday by First Class rail from £349.00 per person

3 night holiday by Standard Class rail from £249.00 per person

Holiday Highlights

  • Medieval Bruges
  • First Class rail travel
  • Canal Cruise through Bruges

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Venice-Simplon Orient Express

Venice Simplon Orient Express

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

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 of luxury rail travel.

5 night holiday by Orient Express (London to Venice) and First Class return rail from £2,695 for departures from March 2012.

Departures from March to November 2012 and tailor-made just for you.

Orient Express Holiday Highlights

Travelling on the Orient Express offers so much more; your personal steward is on hand to attend to your every comfort and show you to your exquisite compartment of wooden marquetry and polished brass fittings in original 1920s detail, with soft towels and crisp linen. Experience fine dining as white linen, French silverware and heavy crystal create a marvellous setting for your gourmet meals. All the while you travel across Europe viewing magnificent scenery and ever-changing landscapes from the comfort of this classic train.

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Spring

Golden Panoramic