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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Festive Steam in Saxony - 2025
Enjoy the festive season on this fantastic steam tour to Germany. Experience fabulous mainline steam excursions, nostalgic narrow-gauge steam lines, and charming branch lines plus travel on a unique suspended monorail and superb funicular railway. Cruise along the River Elbe, visit the fascinating Dresden Transport Museum, and enjoy time to stroll through the traditional Christmas Markets of both Dresden and Leipzig offering unique festive treats and gifts.
Departure Dates
2nd December 20258 Days from
£2,269 Per person
Bruges & Ghent Christmas Markets - 2025
Experience the magic of Christmas on this festive tour to Belgium. Discover the beautiful city of Bruges, cruise through Ghent, craft your own delicious Belgian chocolate, and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of two fantastic Christmas Markets.
Departure Dates
15th December 20254 Days from
£979 Per person
Rhine Luxury Christmas Magic - 2025
Experience a magical Christmas on this fantastically festive tour including a luxurious seven-night river cruise along the Rhine. Explore the picturesque city of Düsseldorf, visit the capital of Christmas at Strasbourg, discover romantic squares in idyllic Speyer, and soak in the festive atmosphere in Mainz on this extraordinary Christmas tour.
Departure Dates
19th December 20259 Days from
£2,275 Per person
Swiss Christmas Snow Train Adventure - 2025
Experience a magical Christmas amidst Switzerland's wintry lake and mountain scenery on this snow train adventure with a difference. Journey on the scenic GoldenPass Line, travel the route of the Glacier Express, discover the historic Rigi Railway, and ride the breathtaking Titlis Rotair. Enjoy free time to explore wonderful Lucerne and indulge in Christmas Dinner at our beautiful lakeside hotel with fabulous panoramic views.
Departure Dates
20th December 20258 Days from
£1,999 Per person
Black Forest Steam Explorer - 2026
Steam through the spectacular winter scenery of the Black Forest on this nostalgic tour to Germany. Ride behind steam on picturesque railway lines including the dramatic Schwarzwald Railway and the winding Strohgau Railway, enjoy a vintage railcar charter at Trossingen, visit the charming lakeside town of Titisee, and enjoy free time in the city of Stuttgart.
Departure Dates
2nd January 20266 Days from
£1,865 Per person
Swiss Winter Snow Train Adventure - 2026
Marvel at Switzerland's wintry lake and mountain scenery on this snow train adventure with a difference featuring a selection of excursions not found anywhere else. Journey on the scenic former GoldenPass Line, travel the route of the Glacier Express, discover the historic Rigi Railway, and ride the breathtaking Titlis Rotair. Visit the pilgrimage site of Einsiedeln, enjoy free time to explore wonderful Lucerne, and relax on the shore of Lake Lucerne.
Departure Dates
17th January 2026, 7th February 2026, 14th March 20268 Days from
£1,925 Per person