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Wales

Charming seaside and rugged beauty, scenic branch and heritage lines, slate hills, lakes and majestic Mount Snowdon - all possible by train thanks to the Welsh pioneers of railway preservation.

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Heart of Wales Steam & the Brecon Beacons
From Only £690.00

Introducing four great preserved steam railways and a scenic mainline on one great rail holiday based in the Heart of Wales spa town of Llandrindod Wells. View coastlines, valleys, reservoirs, and mountains from your window on the Vale of Rheidol Railway, the Heart of Wales Line, the Brecon Mountain Railway and, last but not least, the Talyllyn, the world’s first ever preserved railway.

Duration: 5 Days
15/08/2024 and
12/09/2024
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Welsh Whisky, Mines, Mint & Steam
From Only £925.00

South Wales is a beautiful part of the UK awaiting exploration. With our great value tour, based in the heart of the Welsh capital, visitors can experience every unique feature it has to offer from rides on the Brecon Mountain Railway and Forest of Dean Railways, to sightseeing at the Royal Mint and Rhondda Heritage Park, or even a visit to an award-winning Welsh distillery.

Duration: 5 Days
27/08/2024
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Grand Tour - Land's End to John O'Groats
From Only £2,949.00

Travel coast to coast from Land's End to John O'Groats, including many of Britain's great scenic rail journeys along the way. Explore England, Scotland & Wales on a one off, once in a lifetime, grand rail tour of mainland Britain!

Duration: 12 Days
05/09/2024
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Canals, Steam & Historic Chester
From Only £639.00

Featuring two of the 'Seven Wonders of the Canals', this active tour based in historic Chester offers exciting heritage from Roman times to the golden industrial age of waterways and railways.

Duration: 5 Days
09/09/2024
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Wonderful Wales
From Only £1,085.00

Steaming through Snowdonia on the new 'wonder of the world' - the Welsh Highland line is just one of many great rail journeys taking you from glorious sea at Llandudno to the peak of Mount Snowdon.

Duration: 6 Days
09/09/2024
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Grand Tour - Six Wonders of the Waterways
From Only £1,545.00

Rail holiday to explore the six wonders of the waterways Take a unique rail journey with Railtrail's Grand Tours. Explore Six Wonders of the Waterways including Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, Anderton boatlift, Ironbridge Gorge and more!

Duration: 10 Days
14/09/2024
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Grand Tour - Wales Coast to Coast
From Only £2,035.00

Another unique Grand Tour by Rail, visiting some of our best loved hotels, crossing Wales from coast to coast. From our bases in Carmarthen, Llandrindod, and Llandudno we tick off more steam and heritage railways than you could imagine, plus we bask in the wonderful scenery of the valleys, mountains, and coasts.

Duration: 12 Days
26/09/2024
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Wonderful Wales
From Only £1,130.00

Steam through Snowdonia on this fantastic tour in wonderful Wales. Experience nostalgic steam journeys including the spectacular Snowdon Mountain Railway, journey on the beautiful Conwy Valley Line, enjoy a magnificent tram ride, and visit the beautiful Bodnant Garden. Discover the heritage, history, and beauty of Wales.

Duration: 6 Days
5 dates available
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Wonders of the Waterways
From Only £1,875.00

Explore the wonders of the waterways on this fantastic tour starting at the very heart of the industrial revolution and discovering the masterpieces of Victorian engineering with boat trips and steam trains galore. Cruise remarkable canals, tunnels, and aqueducts, visit famous locations and fascinating museums, and steam nostalgia on scenic railway journeys.

Duration: 10 Days
07/06/2025 and
13/09/2025
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Welsh Whisky, Mines, Mint & Steam
From Only £890.00

Discover Wales on this great value tour based in the fantastic city of Cardiff. Enjoy nostalgic steam journeys on the Brecon Mountain Railway and Forest of Dean Railway, experience fascinating guided tours at the Royal Mint Experience and Rhondda Heritage Park, and visit St Fagans Museum. Indulge in a whisky tasting at an award-winning Welsh distillery plus enjoy free time to explore Cardiff and Chepstow.

Duration: 6 Days
16/06/2025 and
11/08/2025
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Heart of Wales & The Brecon Beacons
From Only £725.00

Journey to the Heart of Wales on this scenic rail holiday enjoying nostalgic steam journeys with picturesque valley and mountain views on the Vale of Rheidol Railway, the Brecon Mountain Railway, and the Talyllyn, the world's first preserved railway. Journey on the beautiful Heart of Wales Line, visit the magnificent Aberglasney Gardens, discover Cyfarthfa Castle, and enjoy time to explore the historic town of Abergavenny.

Duration: 5 Days
19/06/2025 and
11/09/2025
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Land's End to John O'Groats
From Only £3,690.00

Experience a fantastic coast to coast adventure from Land's End to John O'Groats crossing three countries with many of the UK's greatest scenic rail journeys along the way. Journey through England, Scotland, and Wales visiting iconic locations, exploring beautiful cities, and discovering picturesque scenery on a tour that has it all!

Duration: 14 Days
04/09/2025
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UK, Euro & Worldwide 2024

Award Winning rail holidays in the UK, Europe & Worldwide, departing in 2024

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Bavarian Rail Roamer
From Price: £1,199.00
Duration: 6 Days
Departure Date: 08/08/2024
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The Big Five versus The Stoosbahn
From Price: £2,089.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 17/08/2024
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The Cream of Cornish Coasts & Country
From Price: £795.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 19/09/2024
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Canals, Steam & Historic Chester
From Price: £639.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 09/09/2024
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Dorset Coast & Isle of Wight Steam
From Price: £780.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 16/09/2024
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Forest of Dean Steam & the Wye Valley
From Price: £689.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 09/09/2024
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Festive Highlands Tartan & Taster
From Price: £529.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 03/12/2024
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Grand Tour - Coastal Nostalgia in the Sunny South
From Price: £1,879.00
Duration: 10 Days
Departure Date: 13/09/2024
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Grand Tour - Derry To Kerry
From Price: £2,219.00
Duration: 12 Days
Departure Date: 19/09/2024
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Grand Tour - Land's End to John O'Groats
From Price: £2,949.00
Duration: 12 Days
Departure Date: 05/09/2024
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Grand Tour - Six Wonders of the Waterways
From Price: £1,545.00
Duration: 10 Days
Departure Date: 14/09/2024
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Grand Tour - The Transpyrenean
From Price: £2,905.00
Duration: 15 Days
Departure Date: 14/09/2024
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Grand Tour - Wales Coast to Coast
From Price: £2,035.00
Duration: 12 Days
Departure Date: 26/09/2024
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The Hebrides & the Kyle Line
From Price: £2,025.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 22/08/2024
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Highland Adventure
From Price: £659.00
Duration: 4 Days
Departure Date: 23/09/2024
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Golden Highlander
From Price: £799.00
Duration: 5 Days
2 dates available
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Highland Rail Voyager
From Price: £470.00
Duration: 4 Days
Departure Date: 21/10/2024
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Harrogate New Year Celebration
From Price: £609.00
Duration: 4 Days
Departure Date: 30/12/2024
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Harrogate Christmas Celebration
From Price: £819.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 23/12/2024
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Heart of Wales Steam & the Brecon Beacons
From Price: £690.00
Duration: 5 Days
2 dates available
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Harz Mountains Steam - the jewel of Germany
From Price: £1,475.00
Duration: 7 Days
Departure Date: 14/09/2024
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Isle of Man Explorer
From Price: £739.00
Duration: 5 Days
2 dates available
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Ironbridge Victorian Christmas
From Price: £475.00
Duration: 4 Days
Departure Date: 05/12/2024
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Jersey, Guernsey, Herm & Sark
From Price: £1,850.00
Duration: 9 Days
Departure Date: 19/09/2024
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Nostalgic Lakeland Railways & Cumbria
From Price: £749.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 26/09/2024
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The Orkney & Shetland Explorer
From Price: £1,529.00
Duration: 7 Days
Departure Date: 11/09/2024
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Picturesque Pitlochry & The Enchanted Forest
From Price: £869.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 14/10/2024
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Queen of Scots
From Price: £1,759.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 30/08/2024
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Royal Berkshire, Oxford & Christmas Castles
From Price: £975.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 03/12/2024
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Romantic Highlander
From Price: £1,049.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 24/09/2024
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Step Back in Tyne - Discover the North East
From Price: £619.00
Duration: 5 Days
2 dates available
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Stirling Cities of Scotland by Rail
From Price: £639.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 03/09/2024
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Scottish Steam, Malt & Ale Trail
From Price: £759.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 19/09/2024
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Swiss Christmas Snow Train Adventure
From Price: £1,975.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 22/12/2024
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Scotland's Far North, Shetland & Orkney
From Price: £1,469.00
Duration: 6 Days
Departure Date: 25/09/2024
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Spectacular Scotland at Christmas
From Price: £1,169.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 20/12/2024
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Dutch Maximum Steam Weekend
From Price: £1,199.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 05/09/2024
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Eastern USA Fall Colours Steam (Flight Inclusive)
From Price: £4,289.00
Duration: 13 Days
Departure Date: 02/10/2024
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Eastern USA Fall Colours Steam (Ground Only)
From Price: £3,399.00
Duration: 12 Days
Departure Date: 02/10/2024
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Roses Battle By Steam-Settle & Carlisle Line
From Price: £1,099.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 09/09/2024
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Swiss Glacier Express and the Bernina
From Price: £2,599.00
Duration: 9 Days
Departure Date: 18/09/2024
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Switzerland Steam-Powered Six
From Price: £2,345.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 21/09/2024
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Timeless Isle of Man Adventurer
From Price: £1,160.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 05/09/2024
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Wonderful Wales
From Price: £1,085.00
Duration: 6 Days
Departure Date: 09/09/2024
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Welsh Whisky, Mines, Mint & Steam
From Price: £925.00
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Date: 27/08/2024
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Yorkshire Gold - Steam, Coast & Country
From Price: £1,339.00
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: 08/09/2024
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Yuletide Yorkshire
From Price: £545.00
Duration: 4 Days
Departure Date: 21/11/2024

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