Itineraries for Europe Great railway journeys

Take in the highlights of the Emerald Isle with one of the world's great rail journeys. Throughout, you'll enjoy open-bar indulgences, multi-course gourmet dining and expert-led tours, including a black-cab tour of Belfast and afternoon tea in a grand country manor.

Explore the very best of Italy on this 12-day luxury rail journey from the waterways of Venice to Pompeii’s ash-laden streets and Bologna’s culinary delights. Then, cross the water by rail ferry to Sicily's hilltop towns, idyllic coastlines and crumbling Roman ruins.

Special fly-cruise fares

Beginning with a luxury stay in Paris, a scenic rail journey will bring you down to your indulgent Rhône River cruise, with gourmet dining, drinks and touring included throughout. There’s everything from Avignon’s Papal Palace and Lyon’s Renaissance grandeur to farm feasts and vineyard tastings.

Tailor-made rail and river cruise holiday
Book by: 31 July 2018

Cruise from Paris through Normandy’s countryside, uncovering its many charms: Richard the Lionheart’s Chateau Gaillard, the medieval capital of Rouen, Monet’s beloved home in Giverny and the famed Normandy beaches.

Rail on sale – Save up to £220 pp
Book by: 30 June 2018

Travelling aboard one of Spain’s most luxurious trains, you’ll enjoy gourmet dining and cocktail evenings as you travel the coastal route between San Sebastián’s golden beaches and Santiago’s medieval wonders.

Rail on sale – Save up to £155 pp
Book by: 30 June 2018

This weeklong rail journey will see you travel in royal luxury between Andalucia’s great Moorish cities, returning each evening to the fine dining, piano lounge and opulent cabins of the Al Andalus train.