Railway journey vacations
The wise old adage about how it’s not always the destination but more the journey you take that makes all the difference couldn’t be more apt for railway journey vacations. Epic odysseys such as the Trans-Mongolian Railway or discovering the highest of the Highlands in Scotland are trips of a lifetime for many people. Films, books and TV shows that feature train journeys are guaranteed hits. But so are the real thing. You just have to get out there and try it.
35 Railway journey vacations found
Balkans rail vacation
Travel through seven countries in the Balkans.
From US $4,520US $4,240 to US $4,560 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 19 Sep
2027: 1 May, 15 May, 5 Jun, 28 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep
2027: 1 May, 15 May, 5 Jun, 28 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep
Up to US $280 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 29 Aug, 05 Sep, 19 Sep
Late availability on these dates: 29 Aug, 05 Sep, 19 Sep
Grand rail tour of Scotland
A leisurely self-guided trip touring Highlands and islands
From £3,390 to £3,495 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Can be booked at any time, the best times to travel are between April to the end of October
South India by rail vacation
Rail trip visiting Kerala and Tamil Nadu
From £3,330 19 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made to suit your dates and requirements.
Maharajahs Express luxury rail vacation in India
The Maharaja Express travelling in style to a new level.
From £2,995 to £3,450 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
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Rural China cultural vacation, tailor made
See traditional village life in mountainous Guizhou & Yangshuo
From €2,667 12 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Istanbul to Hong Kong by train vacation
Journey the Silk Road by rail from Istanbul to Hong Kong
From £11,575 to £11,865 32 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2027: 19 Apr, 6 Sep
Hong Kong to Istanbul by train vacation
Journey from Hong Kong to Istanbul in 3 weeks by rail
From £7,655 to £7,790 22 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2027: 28 Apr, 11 Aug
Malaysia to Mongolia by train vacation
Ride the rails from Malaysia to Mongolia
From £8,660 to £8,845 24 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2027: 15 Apr, 12 Aug
London to Istanbul by rail vacation
Cross the width of Europe by train, from England to Turkey
From £5,550 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2027: 10 Sep
2028: 5 May, 8 Sep
2028: 5 May, 8 Sep
Jakarta to Bali by train vacation
Discover Java by rail and relax on Balinese beaches
From £2,745 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 26 Sep
2027: 29 May, 25 Sep
2027: 29 May, 25 Sep
London to Algeria by rail and sea
Travel across Europe to Algeria by rail and sea
From £4,950 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2027: 23 Jul
London to the Baltics and back by train
Travel the Baltic States by rail and sea
From £5,450 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2027: 12 Aug
Singapore to London by train vacation
Malay Peninsular to Central London in 61 days
From £22,500 61 days ex flights
Small group travel
The Silk Road small group tour
Discover the Silk Road in Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and China
From US $4,575US $4,260 to US $5,550 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 13 Aug, 3 Sep, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 17 Sep, 20 Sep, 24 Sep, 15 Oct
2027: 8 Apr, 22 Apr, 6 May, 13 May, 16 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 15 Jul, 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 5 Sep, 9 Sep, 12 Sep, 16 Sep, 19 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct
2027: 8 Apr, 22 Apr, 6 May, 13 May, 16 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 15 Jul, 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 5 Sep, 9 Sep, 12 Sep, 16 Sep, 19 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct
Up to US $460 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 13 Aug, 03 Sep, 06 Sep, 13 Sep, 17 Sep, 20 Sep, 24 Sep, 15 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 13 Aug, 03 Sep, 06 Sep, 13 Sep, 17 Sep, 20 Sep, 24 Sep, 15 Oct
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China tour by bullet train, Shanghai to Hong Kong
Visit the highlights of hidden China, from nature to culture
From £1,975 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way
China history & heritage tour, tailor made
Imperial history, ancient architecture & martial arts culture
From €3,242 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
China overland vacation, Tibetan Plateau & pandas
Explore China off the beaten track
From €3,919 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
China tailormade vacation with Chongqing & Zhangjiajie
Explore urban & natural highlights via high-speed rail
From €3,228 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Scandinavia rail and fjords small group vacation
Explore diverse landscapes and vibrant cities of Scandinavia
From US $5,980 to US $6,090 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 2 Sep
2027: 19 May, 2 Jun, 16 Jun, 7 Jul, 28 Jul, 11 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 29 Sep
2027: 19 May, 2 Jun, 16 Jun, 7 Jul, 28 Jul, 11 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 29 Sep
Late availability on these dates: 02 Sep
China 10 day holiday, food & heritage
Explore Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu and Shanghai
From €2,791 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
China 2 week holiday by rail
Explore Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu, Guilin and Shanghai
From US $3,004 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Norway by train winter vacation
Sustainable winter magic by train in Norway
From NKr30,500 to NKr35,000 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made from mid December to mid March
Buenos Aires to Lima by rail and road
Epic overland journey from Argentina to Peru
From £8,850 25 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 8 Nov
Shanghai to Bangkok by train
Discover the highlights of China and Laos by rail
From £6,490 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2027: 18 Oct
Italy and Switzerland rail vacation
Scenic Rail Journey
From €5,240 to €7,880 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Italy and Switzerland tailor made tour
Short trip covering highlights of both destinations.
From €5,690 to €7,130 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Bejing to Lhasa tour, by train
Beijing to Lhasa and Kathmandu on the famous sky train
From £1,600 to £2,300 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Italy by rail vacation Venice to Rome & the Amalfi Coast
Explore Rome to Amalfi by rail
From US $5,540US $4,930 to US $6,230 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 6 Sep, 4 Oct, 18 Oct
2027: 11 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 4 Jul, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct
2027: 11 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 4 Jul, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct
Up to US $690 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 06 Sep, 04 Oct, 18 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 06 Sep, 04 Oct, 18 Oct
London to Uzbekistan by rail vacation
Epic rail adventure from London to Central Asia
From £18,900 4 weeks ex flights
Small group travel:
2027: 14 Mar
London to Morocco by rail vacation
Rail journey from London through Spain to Morocco
From £4,995 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2027: 2 Oct
