European Rail Tours
Have you always dreamed of taking a train tour across Europe? Hop aboard for an unforgettable European escorted rail holiday with Railtrail. Our tours match you with a group of like-minded individuals.
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Baie de Somme Steam Festival - 2026
Full steam ahead on this action-packed tour to France including the rare and spectacular Baie de Somme Steam Festival. Enjoy two full days to explore the festival with visiting engines, a locomotive parade, lineside entertainment and much more! Plus, three exclusive steam charters on narrow-gauge railways, fascinating museum visits, and free time in the riverside city of Amiens.
Departure Dates
23rd April 20265 Days from
£1,339 Per person
Timeless Trams in Germany - 2026
Discover the timeless trams of Germany from the smallest urban tramway to the longest tram route and everything in between. Ride on eight different tram systems including six exclusive vintage charters, visit three fascinating tram museums, and explore the vast system of Leipzig. Journey on the unique suspended monorail and superb funicular railway of Dresden plus a relaxing paddle steamer cruise along the Elbe.
Departure Dates
2nd May 20269 Days from
£2,599 Per person
South of France Steam - 2026
Experience a fantastic steam adventure on this special tour to the South of France riding steam hauled trains over some of the most scenic routes. Journey on the stunning Vivarais Railway, experience the highest steam train in France, ride the Cévennes Steam Train across superb viaducts, and take an historic steam journey aboard the Train des Pignes plus a ride along the Mediterranean coast and free time to discover Nice.
Departure Dates
5th May 20267 Days from
£2,125 Per person
Bavarian Steam Spectacular - 2026
Based in the beautifully traditional German city of Ulm on the banks of the River Danube, this is a relaxing steam and heritage diesel tour that will appeal to enthusiasts and partners alike featuring a mainline steam run to the fantastic Bavarian Steam Festival based in the original engine shed at Nordlingen. Discover rarely visited, charming, narrow-gauge railways, enjoy a vintage tram charter, and spend evenings at leisure to stroll historic streets and explore Ulm.
Departure Dates
13th May 20266 Days from
£1,890 Per person
Idyllic Beauty of the Bernese Oberland - 2026
Discover the idyllic beauty of the Bernese Oberland on this signature tour journeying in First Class and staying in a luxurious hotel and spa resort. Enjoy nostalgic journeys over Switzerland's most scenic rail routes, marvel at magnificent mountain views, and cruise across crystal-clear waters plus a delightful wine tasting and free time to explore picturesque towns.
Departure Dates
16th May 2026, 10th October 20268 Days from
£3,225 Per person
Spring Steam Saga in Aachen - 2026
Step into spring with a fantastic collection of steam experiences across Germany and the Netherlands on this action-packed tour. Steam nostalgia with private charters, charming narrow-gauge lines, and vintage railbus journeys including the scenic "Millions" Railway and historic "Schluff" Railway plus free time to explore the Old Town of Cologne.
Departure Dates
22nd May 20265 Days from
£1,399 Per person