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Once-in-a-lifetime adventures by rail in Europe
Europe's greatest train journeys
Cádiz, Frankfurt, Chur, Bordeaux, Barcelona, Marseille, Monterosso al Mare, Milan, Zürich, Locarno, Madrid, Vienna, Nice, Genoa, San Sebastián, Cologne
One for the real train lovers: traverse across the continent by way of Europe’s most esteemed heritage railways and scenic train journeys around.
Balkans and the Aegean
Rhodes, Milan, Sofia, Marmaris, Vienna, Ankara, İzmir, Athens, Istanbul, Bucharest , Paris
A trip for adventurous sojourners. Traverse by sleeper trains through the Balkans to Europe’s border, before heading to Greece’s ancient wonders.
Turkey by train
Budapest, Veliko Tarnovo , Cluj-Napoca, Vienna, Istanbul, Bucharest , Brasov
Our most ambitious flight-free adventure to date. Stop off through five countries with five sleeper trains on to reach Europe’s dividing line with Asia.
Island escapism by ferry
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.
Stop-offs to Sicily
Palermo, Rome, Milan, Zürich, Messina, Naples, Syracuse, Reggio Calabria, 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.
Classic European coastlines
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.
The Amalfi Coast and Florence
Turin, Chambery, Amalfi, Milan, Florence, Naples, Paris
Above the buzz of fine seafood and aperitif spots carved into the cliffs, the Monti Lattari lead up into green landscapes of citrus trees and umbrella pines.
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.
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.
(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.
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.
City breaks in Europe by rail
Amsterdam short break
Amsterdam
Explore canal towpaths and Amsterdam’s lesser-known neighbourhoods on two wheels, with stops for superb coffee and Stroopwafel.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
Mountain lakes
Basel, Lugano, Locarno, Lecco, Paris
Lake hopping is the new island hopping. Hop from Lake Maggiore to Lake Lugano to Lake Como, strung together by scenic Swiss railway lines.
Tracing tracks to Tuscany
Turin, Munich, Florence, San Gimignano, Paris
Weave through rural Tuscany to reach the hilltop town of San Gimignano, overlooking miles of cypress-studded countryside and rolling vineyards.
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!
