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Our Classic Collection

Refined over the past 50 years, our Classic range 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. On these tours, you'll be in groups with an average of 20-25 travellers and a maximum of 30*.

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

*Scandinavian and Worldwide tours are on average 30-35 and a maximum of 40.

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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.

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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Classic Glacier Express

9 days from £2,699 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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Edinburgh, the Highlands & Islands

9 days from £2,199 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

12 days from £2,499 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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First-Class Glacier Express, Zermatt & Matterhorn

14/Aug

Nick S

“A really superb holiday - will definitely look to book other excursions with Great Rail Journeys...

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GRJ All Inclusive Austria: Alps, Salzburg & Lake Zell

14/Aug

Peter Wall

“Great holiday very enjoyable

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Railways & Castles of Wales

12/Aug

Steve

“Llandudno was a great place to be at the centre of the journeys in N Wales. The hotel was fine (though the old sloping floor took some getting used to) and the food was excellent. Good quality British food. the tour manager was excellent and we were blessed with good...

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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man

11/Aug

Sue

“An excellent holiday, wonderful hotel, the tour guide was excellent, trips well organised and not rushed.. A thoroughly enjoyable holiday

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The Sensational Isles of Scilly

7/Aug

V Cain

“Excellent overall. Guide was very informative and helpful throughout. My room at golf resort was unsuitable especially for a lady on her own. I advised our guide,Andrew,who checked and agreed. Felt very vulnerable as unable to open window as golfer’s pathway immediately outside and car parked outside from 6am. Only...

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Tuscany: Florence, San Gimignano & Pisa

2/Aug

Garmagon01Mrs Joan Boyton

“Excellent tour manager and lovely hotel accommodation and tours.

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India’s Golden Triangle, Tigers and Shimla

1/May

MICHAEL

“Wonderful trip. Magnificent scenery and wonderful people. Very well organised. Excellent tour manager and exceptional local guide.

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Classic Glacier Express

11/Aug

MS NICOLA CLELLAND

“It was a really enjoyable trip, and provided a great opportunity to see parts of Switzerland at its best. Ros, our guide, ensured we were informed ahead of time when and where we needed to be, and in doing so took away that anxiety one feels when visiting a new...

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Highland Adventure

4/Aug

mark lewis

“Great time

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GREAT VALUE

Our Discoveries range offers everything you need at a great price so you can travel with confidence. Discoveries tours provide comfortable, locally run accommodation where available, standard rail or economy flights and expert-led group tours. You'll be among groups with an average of 30-35 travellers and a maximum of 40.

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SIGNATURE

Our Classic range 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 are included. Classic tours average 20-25 people (up to 30 at most), while Scandinavian and Worldwide tours average 30-35 with a maximum of 40.

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PREMIUM JOURNEYS

Our Landmark range offers a special mix of unforgettable excursions, First Class rail travel where available, unique accommodation, tours with smaller groups, and one-of-a-kind experiences that you'll want to tell your friends about. Group sizes begin at 16 travellers, while our average is around 22 people with a maximum of 30.

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Our Classic Collection

Where you'll stay

High-quality hotels

Centrally located accommodation

Locally run

What to expect

Group excursions

Unique experiences

Expert Tour Managers

Transport

Classic collection highlights

Where you can go

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