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Halong Bay
Highlights of Vietnam
14 days £2,499 pp
  • Enjoy a street-food experience in Hanoi and discover the ‘Lantern City’ of Hoi An
  • Admire enchanting views on an overnight Halong Bay cruise
  • Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, Hue’s Imperial City and the Mekong Delta
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Taj Mahal, Agra
India’s Golden Triangle, Tigers and Shimla
14 days £2,799 pp
  • Discover historic temples and breathtaking palaces including the iconic Taj Mahal
  • Experience the chance to spot regal Bengal tigers in Ranthambore National Park
  • Enjoy 4 & 5-star hotels, exploring the dazzling cities of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur
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Namibia & the Pride of Africa
Namibia Safari & South Africa on Rovos Rail
19 days £11,999 pp
  • Experience a 'Namibia Safari' aboard the luxurious Rovos Rail train
  • Ride in 4x4s beside magnificent desert dunes to a freshwater lagoon
  • Enjoy a tour and a tasting in the Cape Winelands
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Winter Sun Holidays

Winter has its charms, but as the nights grow longer and the temperatures drop, you may start longing for some winter sun. At Great Rail Journeys, we offer a fantastic selection of winter holidays in the sun that run throughout the season, sure to tempt you.

Our winter break itineraries vary between tours. You could be spotting tigers on an Indian safari, exploring bustling Tokyo, or visiting the world-famous Machu Picchu. What they all share is a warm, pleasant climate during the UK's winter. Plus, you'll have free time to soak up the sun on each tour.

Like all our tours, our winter sun holidays are led by friendly, professional Tour Managers and include stunning railway journeys. Some trips, like the Overlander in New Zealand, are scenic daytime rides, offering a great insight into the country. Others, such as the Pride of Africa in Namibia, are luxury hotel trains, providing a unique rail experience. No matter which winter sun holiday you choose, you'll enjoy unforgettable moments by rail.

Many winter sun destinations take you beyond Europe, departing the UK from an airport. However, we also offer tours departing from St Pancras International, such as the Bulbfields Cruise and the Marrakech Express, which travels through Spain into North Africa. Whether you fancy a break in Puglia & Basilicata or exploring Australia, you can escape the UK this winter and enjoy a memorable winter sun holiday. With such a wide range of options, you're sure to find your perfect holiday in our collection.

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Taj Mahal, Agra
2 for 1 Flights
4.7 stars(263 reviews)
2024Dec
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14 days from
£2,799 pp
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  • DestinationIndia
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationHotel
  • TransportFlight, Rail, Coach
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Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong Delta
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
  • TransportFlight, Rail, Coach
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Cape Town, the Blue Train & Kruger
4.6 stars(25 reviews)
2025FebMarOctNov
13 days from
£5,199 pp
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  • DestinationSouth Africa
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationRail, Hotel
  • TransportFlight, Rail, Coach
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Kerala & Exoctic Southern India
2025JanFebOctNovDec
16 days from
£2,799 pp
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  • DestinationIndia
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationHotel
  • TransportFlight, Rail
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Grand Tour of India & Nepal
4.3 stars(36 reviews)
2025FebSepOctNov
18 days from
£3,499 pp
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  • DestinationIndia, Nepal
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationHotel
  • TransportFlight, Rail, Coach
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Fiordland National Park
4.5 stars(49 reviews)
2025JanFebMarSepOct...
2026JanFebMar
21 days from
£5,999 pp
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  • DestinationNew Zealand
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationHotel
  • TransportFlight, Rail, Coach
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Halong Bay
2025FebMarSepOctNov
2026JanFebMarOctNov
14 days from
£2,499 pp
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  • DestinationVietnam
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationCruise, Hotel
  • TransportFlight, Rail, Cruise, Coach
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Sri Lanka, Temples and Tea
4.6 stars(16 reviews)
2025JanFebMarOctNovDec
2026JanFebMarOctNov
15 days from
£3,099 pp
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  • DestinationSri Lanka
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationHotel
  • TransportFlight, Coach
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The Maharajas Express
4.5 stars(6 reviews)
2025Jan
2026JanFebMar
16 days from
£10,299 pp
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  • DestinationIndia
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationRail, Hotel
  • TransportFlight, Rail
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Blue Mountains
4.5 stars(26 reviews)
2025FebMarSepOctNov
2026JanFebMar
21 days from
£6,499 pp
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  • DestinationAustralia
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationHotel
  • TransportFlight, Rail, Coach
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The Splendours of Southern Africa
4.5 stars(13 reviews)
2025MarAprSep
2026JanFebAprSep
16 days from
£7,299 pp
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  • DestinationBotswana, South Africa, Zambia
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationRail, Hotel
  • TransportFlight, Rail, Coach
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16 days from
£8,499
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  • DestinationArgentina, Brazil
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
  • AccommodationHotel
  • TransportFlight, Rail
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Our customers love our Winter Sun tours
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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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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The Maharajas’ Express, Golden Temple & Shimla
15/Nov
Peter
5 stars
“A five star experience all round
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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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Grand Tour of New Zealand
2/Nov
Kev
5 stars
“We enjoyed the diversity and incredible scenic beauty of both islands; highlights were Bay of Islands, Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley, Interislander ferry, Mt Cook Nat Park, Fiordland Nat Park/Milford Sound, spectacular mountain vistas of the Southern Alps as well as all the train journeys (incl the lovely Glenbrook Vintage Railway) and...
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Victoria Falls, Cape Town and Botswana Safari
29/Sep
Robert Ferris
5 stars
“Wonderful experience.
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Cape Town, The Blue Train and Kruger National Park
4/Apr
David Dodds
5 stars
“Three great holidays in on trip! First of all the trip would not have been as good without our tour manager Angie and the excellent guides and drivers. Angie had all the info needed and kept us up to date with everything. Hotels were excellent. Staff friendly, rooms very well appointed, food...
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Sri Lanka's Leopards and Temples
27/Oct
RICHARD KNOWLES
4 stars
“Great itinerary, local tour guide and good communication before our departure.
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Ultimate Australia
22/Oct
Phil
4 stars
“Overall the trip was good. The highlights were Uluru including a dinner under the stars where you could see the Milky way. The trip down the gorge railway into Cairns. Also the puffing Billy steam railway outside of Melbourne. The Great Coast road tour...
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