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Europe Rail & Cruise Tours
A collection of exclusive and leisurely holidays combining rail and river cruising in Europe.
Experience the perfect blend of scenic train journeys and serene river cruises, exploring Europe’s most picturesque landscapes in comfort and style.
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Wonders of the Moselle - 2026
Embark on a relaxing journey to discover the wonderful wines and historic charm of Germany including a luxurious four-night river cruise along the Moselle. Journey through a breathtaking landscape of luscious vineyards, medieval castles, and picturesque towns plus enjoy free time to explore beautiful Koblenz.
Departure Dates
19th October 20266 Days from
£2,225 Per person
Alsace Christmas Spirit - 2026
Experience a magical Christmas on this fantastically festive tour including a luxurious six-night river cruise along the Rhine. Explore the charming streets of Düsseldorf and Koblenz, visit the capital of Christmas at Strasbourg, discover picturesque vineyards in idyllic Rüdesheim, and soak in the festive atmosphere of Speyer on this extraordinary Christmas tour.
Departure Dates
21st December 20268 Days from
£2,999 Per person
Danube The River of Kings - 2027
Embark on an elegant journey along the Danube including a luxurious seven-night river cruise through historic cities and scenic landscapes. Immerse yourself in European culture from the musical heritage of Vienna to the grand architecture of Budapest, tour medieval towns, and explore fascinating stories on this small group tour.
Departure Dates
9th September 202710 Days from
£3,855 Per person
Rhine, Main & Swiss Train Journey - 2027
Experience a tour that has it all beginning with a panoramic train charter through Switzerland to the heart of the Alps before embarking on a luxurious seven-night river cruise along the Rhine and Main journeying through the beautiful landscapes and historic charm of Germany. Enjoy wonderful scenery, tour charming towns, and discover picturesque vineyards plus free time to explore the enchanting city of Strasbourg.
Departure Dates
13th October 20278 Days from
£3,825 Per person
Europe Rail & Cruise Holidays
Experience the diversity, culture and scenery of the continent with our escorted Europe Rail & Cruise Holidays. Combining comfortable rail travel with refined river cruising, these expertly organised tours offer a seamless way to explore Europe’s most captivating regions.
With over 40 years’ experience delivering quality escorted rail holidays, Railtrail brings specialist knowledge and personal service to every European journey. Our Europe Rail & Cruise Holidays are thoughtfully created by our experienced rail travel team, ensuring smooth connections, carefully paced itineraries and attentive support throughout.
Scenic Rail Travel Across Europe
Your holiday begins with rail travel from the UK, with reserved seating arranged and clear joining arrangements provided in your final itinerary. Travelling by rail allows you to appreciate Europe’s ever-changing landscapes — from rolling vineyards and alpine backdrops to historic cities and riverside towns — all without the stress of airport queues.
Rail travel offers a relaxed and sociable start to your European river cruise, with the reassurance that every stage of your journey has been carefully planned.
Refined River Cruising on Europe’s Great Waterways
Once on board, you will enjoy the comfort and elegance of river cruising along some of Europe’s most celebrated waterways. From historic ports and architectural landmarks to picturesque valleys and charming riverside communities, each itinerary blends cultural discovery with time to unwind.
Our escorted approach ensures everything is taken care of, including selected excursions, accommodation and the support of your knowledgeable Tour Manager. With our friendly UK-based Customer Care Team available before departure, you can travel with confidence from start to finish.
Explore Europe Rail & Cruise Tours
Browse our current Europe Rail & Cruise Holidays below and discover a well-organised journey that combines the pleasure of rail travel with the relaxed pace of river cruising.
If you’re looking for a beautiful river & rail experience closer to home have a look at UK & Ireland rail & cruise holidays.
