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Our Classic Collection

Refined over the past 50 years, our Classic collection is what we're known for. Enjoy curated moments with plenty of inclusions. Centrally located hotels, premium travel options and engaging group tours with a seasoned expert.

Experience everything a destination has to offer with a mix of inspiring excursions and unforgettable experiences, like a private wine tasting in Valpolicella or a gondola ride in Venice.

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Where you'll stay

High-quality hotels

In most locations expect to stay in high-quality 4-Star hotels, selected for their excellent facilities and prime locations.

Centrally located accommodation

Enjoy accommodation mostly situated in central locations, making it easy to explore the heart of your destination.

Locally run

In most instances, hotels are locally owned, offering a more authentic experience and supporting local businesses.  

What to expect

Group excursions

Enjoy unique experiences and carefully curated excursions showcasing everything a destination has to offer.

Unique experiences

Create lifelong memories on these holidays, with activities such as pesto-making in Italy or a private tour of Stonehenge at sunrise.

Expert Tour Managers

Be guided throughout by an expert Tour Manager who is on-hand to provide advice and support throughout your holiday.

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Transport

Travel in comfort with the option of First or Standard Class rail travel, offering flexibility and a superior journey experience. On select journeys, experience Eurostar Plus/Standard Premier class, providing additional comfort and convenience for your international travel. Flights in economy class are included, with the option to upgrade. Transfers between airports, hotels, and other key locations are included, ensuring a hassle-free holiday.

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Glacier Express
Classic Glacier Express
9 days £2,699 pp £2,599 pp
  • Experience the Swiss Alps on the iconic Bernina Express and Glacier Express
  • Discover lakeside Spiez Castle and sail across the glistening Lake Thun
  • Spend 8 nights in 4 star hotels, based in the traditional alpine towns of Chur and Brig
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Scottish Highlands
Edinburgh, the Highlands and Islands
9 days £1,699 pp £1,499 pp
  • Wander through colourful Tobermory and admire Neptune's Staircase
  • Marvel at the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct and sail to Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness
  • Spend 8 nights in 3 and 4-Star hotels in Edinburgh and the Highlands
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Grand Imperial Cities
Grand Imperial Cities
12 days £2,099 pp £1,999 pp
  • Explore Vienna's imperial architecture and coffeehouse culture, staying in 4-Star hotels
  • Enjoy Budapest with a Danube cruise and the Children's Railway
  • Discover Prague and Berlin with First Class rail travel and top-rated hotels
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Taj Mahal, Agra
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India’s Golden Triangle, Tigers and Shimla
4.7 stars(263 reviews)
2024Dec
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£2,799 pp
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  • DestinationIndia
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
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Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong Delta
Grand Tour of Vietnam and Cambodia
4.7 stars(116 reviews)
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19 days from
£3,699 pp
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  • DestinationCambodia, Vietnam
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationRail, Hotel
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Discovering Japan
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Jewels of Japan
4.4 stars(86 reviews)
2025MarAprMaySepOct
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£4,899 pp
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  • DestinationJapan
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
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  • TransportFlight, Rail, Coach
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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
4.7 stars(650 reviews)
2025AprMayJunJulAug...
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£699 pp
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  • DestinationEngland
  • Starts / EndsHeysham
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  • TransportRail, Coach
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Grand Tour of China
Discover China
4.8 stars(20 reviews)
2025MarAprMaySepOctNov
15 days from
£3,399 pp
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  • DestinationChina
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationCruise, Hotel
  • TransportFlight, Rail, Cruise, Coach
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Glacier Express
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Classic Glacier Express
4.5 stars(323 reviews)
2025AprMayJunJulAug...
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  • DestinationSwitzerland
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
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  • TransportRail
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Sirmione on Lake Garda
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Sirmione on Lake Garda
4.4 stars(322 reviews)
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  • DestinationItaly
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
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  • TransportRail, Coach
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Zell am See
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Austrian Alps All Inclusive
4.1 stars(187 reviews)
2025MayJunJulAugSepOct
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  • DestinationAustria
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
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Glacier Express & St Moritz
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First-Class Glacier Express, Zermatt and Matterhorn
2025MayJunJulAugSepOct
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  • DestinationSwitzerland
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
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Tresco Abbey Gardens
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The Sensational Isles of Scilly
4.5 stars(144 reviews)
2025AprMayJunJulAugSep
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  • DestinationEngland
  • Starts / EndsLondon Paddington / London Paddington, LEQ Land's End
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  • TransportCoach
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The Northern Lights & Lapland
The Northern Lights and Lapland
4.4 stars(204 reviews)
2025JanFebMarDec
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  • DestinationNorway, Sweden
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
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Conway Castle
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Railways and Castles of Wales
4.4 stars(493 reviews)
2025AprMayJunJulAug...
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  • DestinationWales
  • Starts / EndsLlandudno
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Our customers love our Classic, Escorted tour and Classic tours
Uzbekistan and the Ancient Silk Road
25/Nov
Mr George Mathen
5 stars
“Excellent trip. Good tour manager and fantastic local tour guide. A well planned trip.
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India’s Golden Triangle, Tigers and Shimla
23/Nov
Nornironal
5 stars
“Excellent 'Great Rail Journeys' tour. Brilliant itinerary, we saw so much and more. Top quality hotels (very appreciated compared to a previous Travel Company we were with). The Tour Manager - Tim - kept things fully organised 'behind the scenes' and was very approachable and available. I could go on...
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Darjeeling and the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan
21/Nov
Graham
5 stars
“A very varied, enjoyable and full-on programme, with surprise elements. We had excellent informative local and UK guides. The contrast of India and Bhutan worked well together. Darjeeling was charming but the highlight has to hike up to The Tiger’s Nest in Bhutan.
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Treasures of Egypt and Five-Star Nile Cruise
21/Nov
Roger Airey
5 stars
“Fabulous trip, so well organised, excellent local guide. As always Great Rail got this just right
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Grand Tour of India, Nepal and the Himalayas
20/Nov
Jennifer Seeranj
5 stars
“A wonderful holiday, very busy but what an experience. Superb local guides in India and Nepal. Very knowledgeable and so interesting. The golden temple, Taj Mahal and the Ganges were our highlights in India. Sunrise over the Himalayas in Nepal. Our only problem was the gluten free diet which...
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Sirmione on Lake Garda
16/Nov
Mr Merrick
5 stars
“Sirmione is a beautiful place full of old-world charm on the edge of Lake Garda. Our holiday with Great Rail Journeys allowed us free time to enjoy Sirmione and the surrounding area whilst we had a number of visits including a day in Venice. The accommodation was good and Stella...
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Grand Tour of Vietnam and Cambodia
13/Nov
Steph Ward
5 stars
“Superb holiday, well organised. Great food, great accommodation and great guides. Worth every penny.
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Highlights of Tuscany
11/Nov
David Kershaw
5 stars
“Very enjoyable trip with visits to Pisa, Lucca, Siena & San Gimignano being the highlights. Florence was too crowded to enjoy properly. First class rail travel on the Eurostar & TGV made the journeys very comfortable & relaxing. The hotel in Montecatini Terme made a great base from which to visit the...
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Canada Coast to Coast
7/Nov
S Edgar
5 stars
“I had a fabulous holiday. Canada is a wonderful country and the scenery was stunning. Travelling coast to coast was a great adventure as was experiencing the 'charm' of the slow moving trains. Fab holiday - would do it again in a heatbeat.
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GREAT VALUE

For those who want a travel experience that offers plenty of free time for exploring, with a few larger group excursions, and comfortable accommodation.
 

 

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SIGNATURE HOLIDAYS

For those who want a well-balanced experience with some group excursions and more premium hotel and travel options.
 
 

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PREMIUM JOURNEYS

For those looking for that extra indulgence. Our curated experiences and unique activities are complimented by delicious meals and hand-picked accommodations. You'll also be in smaller groups, led by our most experienced Tour Managers and local experts.
 

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