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Once-in-a-lifetime adventures by rail in Europe
Grand tour of Europe
Brussels, Berlin, Dublin, Innsbruck, Glasgow, Prague, Belfast, Milan, Rome, Amsterdam, Zürich, Edinburgh, Paris
Embark on a grand tour of Europe by train along scenic railways from Ireland to Italy, Austria to the Netherlands and everywhere in between.
The Low Countries
Rotterdam, Brussels, Ghent, Utrecht, Leuven, Amsterdam, Luxembourg, Gouda, Antwerp, Liège
Known as the low countries or Benelux, the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg, are linked by history, geography—and trains. Uncover Golden Age art, historic cities and sprawling gardens.
Epic Scandinavia
Copenhagen, Sundsvall, Oslo, Amsterdam, Östersund, Osnabrück, Hamburg, Trondheim, Aachen, Stockholm, Flensburg
A cross-border pilgrimage by rail from Trondheim to Sundsvall on Sweden’s coast, tracing the tracks of St Olav through Scandinavia’s wildest landscapes.
Island escapism by ferry
Stop-offs to Sicily
Palermo, Rome, Milan, Zürich, Messina, Naples, Syracuse, Catania, Paris
Italy’s ancient cities meet island escapism. Stop off through Italy and travel along the Tyrrhenian coastline, crossing the Strait of Messina to Sicily.
The Balearics
Nîmes, Barcelona, Girona, Palma, Mallorca, Paris, Valencia
Sail through the night from Barcelona and wake up to the beautiful island of Mallorca. Explore secluded coves, historic towns and rugged mountains.
French Riviera & Corsica
Ajaccio, Bastia, Marseille, Cassis, Calvi
Soak up the sea on this adventure by overnight ferry to Corsica. Explore the island’s beaches, ancient towns and mountains by train and bus.
Classic European coastlines
Round Spain to the Algarve
Bordeaux, Barcelona, Madrid, Faro, San Sebastián, Seville, Paris
Opt for off-season for a dose of the Algarve’s authentic side. The beaches are peaceful and the Ria Formosa teem with rare waterfowl and flamingoes.
A Taste of Puglia
Strasbourg, Lecce, Lugano, Modena, Zürich, Bari, Monopoli, Foggia
Climb aboard for a rail adventure through Puglia, exploring the vibrant culture, mouth-watering cuisine and picturesque landscapes of Bari, Lecce, Monopoli and Foggia.
Bay of Biscay
Bordeaux, Biarritz, San Sebastián, Santander
Sprawling beaches, failsafe surf and one of the best coastal food scenes around. Sit back on a cross-border journey around Biscay from France to Spain.
Epic railways in Europe
Portugal's Douro Line
Santiago de Compostela, Nîmes, Salamanca, Vigo, Bordeaux, Porto, Madrid, San Sebastián
Portugal’s spectacular journey to ‘nowhere’. Board a Wes Anderson-esque carriage heading along the Douro River valley to the border’s edge.
The West Highland Line
Oban, Fort William, Glasgow
Experience wild landscapes as you skirt lochs, snake through glens and cross the Glenfinnan Viaduct on both branches of the famous West Highland Line.
(Better than) the Bernina Express
Bern, Chur, Milan, Lecco, Geneva, Paris
You’ve heard of the Bernina Express. Lesser known is the local train running along the same railway: fewer tourists, more flexibility, the same epic views.
City breaks in Europe by rail
Short break to Antwerp
Antwerp
Pull into one of the most spectacular train stations in Europe for a city break in Belgium’s Diamond Capital, a hub for up-and-coming fashion designers and bursting with roasteries.
Amsterdam short break
Amsterdam
Explore canal towpaths and Amsterdam’s lesser-known neighbourhoods on two wheels, with stops for superb coffee and Stroopwafel.
Lille short break
Lille
Oh-so-cool neighbourhoods, vibrant fusion food and vintage markets. Meet the capital of the Hauts-de-France region and rising star of regenerative tourism.
Historical holidays in Europe
Spain’s ancient cities
Nîmes, Girona, Granada, Córdoba, Valencia, Seville, Paris
Uncover Andalusia’s cities that brim with striking Moorish architecture, gothic cathedrals, and palatial gardens. Don’t miss Córdoba's Mezquita, a blend of Islamic and Christian artistry.
Flanders Fields
Kortrijk, Ypres
Based in Ypres, cycle the Salient battlefields taking in the Tyne Cot and Langemark cemeteries. As the sun sets, gather under the Menin Gate for the Last Post recital.
Alsace to Burgundy
Strasbourg, Riquewihr, Dijon
Immerse yourself in the medieval architecture of Alsace, for strolls around Petite France and a visit to Dijon’s grand Palace of the Dukes. Local wine-tasting makes the perfect pitstop.
Rural exploration
Uncover the Maremma
Turin, Grosseto, Milan, Florence, Paris
Away from Tuscany's beaten path, Grosseto is a commune in the heart of the Maremma on Tuscany's west Coast, and the starting point for exploration of the Monti dell'Uccellina and sandy coastlines.
Mountain lakes
Basel, Lugano, Locarno, Zürich, Lecco
Lake hopping is the new island hopping. Hop from Lake Maggiore to Lake Lugano to Lake Como, strung together by scenic Swiss railway lines.
Tulips in Lisse
Lisse, Haarlem
Each Autumn, seven million bulbs are hand-planted across the Keukenhof. By spring, the fields bloom with miles of tulips to be admired by foot or bike.
How long does it take?
Here’s the minimum time you’ll need for a relaxed round trip starting from London. We do other departure stations, too!