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-Xmas 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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Festive Highlands Tartan & Taster - 2025
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
2nd December 20255 Days from
£625 Per person
Deck the Halls in County Durham - 2025
Enjoy a fantastically festive tour to Durham to experience the magic of Christmas from a bygone time. Soak in the festive atmosphere at the incredible Living Museum at Beamish, visit Auckland Castle in all its Christmas glory, and discover a monumental Neapolitan Nativity. Explore the world's first railway town and its unique museum collection plus enjoy free time in the historical city of Durham to create Christmas memories.
Departure Dates
8th December 20254 Days from
£500 Per person
Winchester Christmas Celebration - 2025
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 20255 Days from
£1,190 Per person
Twixmas in Dumfries & Galloway - 2025
Enjoy a relaxing Twixmas break to picturesque Scotland and unwind post-Christmas. Journey through the scenic forests of Dumfries and Galloway, visit the historic Globe Inn, and indulge in a whisky tasting at an award-winning distillery. Explore the seaside town of Ayr, experience true Scottish hospitality and entertainment, and make the most of the festive season.
Departure Dates
27th December 20254 Days from
£585 Per person
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