UK & Ireland Festive & Winter Rail Tours
Make your Christmas an unforgettable one with Railtrail festive and winter holidays in the UK & Ireland. From perfect pre-Christmas delights around Berkshire, to decking the halls in Durham, to the ultimate Hogmanay celebration in the Highlands, get in the festive spirit with Railtrail.
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Yuletide Yorkshire - 2026
Enjoy a fantastically festive tour to Yorkshire staying in the beautiful spa town of Harrogate. Discover Castle Howard in all its Christmas glory, sail through the beautiful countryside at Skipton, indulge in a festive afternoon tea, and experience the enchanting glow-winter illuminations at RHS Harlow Carr Gardens plus free time to explore the medieval city of York.
Departure Dates
25th November 20264 Days from
£695 Per person
Festive Highlands Tartan & Taster - 2026
Enjoy a delightful pre-Christmas tour of the spectacular Scottish Highlands packed with fantastic attractions and amazing rail journeys. Discover picturesque scenery from the comfort of your seat, experience Scotland's "Great Railway Journey of the World", and journey on the West Highland Line across the magnificent Glenfinnan Viaduct. Visit the Eilean Donan Castle, tour the Ben Nevis Distillery, and indulge in true Scottish hospitality and entertainment.
Departure Dates
1st December 20265 Days from
£695 Per person
Step into Christmas in Windsor & Blenheim - 2026
Step into Christmas on this delightfully festive tour based in the historic city of Oxford. Visit the charming Windsor Castle in its spectacular winter glory, discover the beautiful country estate of Blenheim Palace transformed into a winter wonderland, and marvel at the spectacular Festive Light Trail plus enjoy free time to explore 'Christmas in Oxford'.
Departure Dates
9th December 20264 Days from
£819 Per person
Torquay, Tinsel & Christmas Cheer - 2026
Enjoy all things Christmas on this relaxing short-break tour in the beautiful seaside town of Torquay. Journey on the spectacular Christmas Train of Lights, discover the Christmas Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village, and visit Plymouth's Winter Wonderland plus enjoy free time in Torquay to soak in the atmosphere on this magical Christmas adventure.
Departure Dates
18th December 20264 Days from
£529 Per person
Stratford Festive Delights - 2026
Relax on a delightfully festive tour in the historic town of Stratford staying in a beautiful countryside hotel. Explore the birthplace of Shakespeare, visit Warwick Castle in all its festive glory, and indulge in a wonderful, traditional Christmas Day lunch. Enjoy mince pies, Christmas cake, and festive cheers galore.
Departure Dates
23rd December 20265 Days from
£1,025 Per person
Winchester Christmas Celebration - 2026
Experience the festive season in style on this relaxing tour in the historic city of Winchester staying in the elegant Winchester Royal Hotel. Explore this medieval city, visit the magnificent Cathedral in all its festive glory, discover the iconic Spinnaker Tower, and indulge in a wonderful, traditional Christmas Day lunch.
Departure Dates
23rd December 20265 Days from
£1,249 Per person