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Don’t miss out on a journey into snow-bound beauty

Embrace the magic of winter with Great Rail Journeys

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The Northern Lights & Lapland
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4.3 stars(282 reviews)
2026FebMarDec
2027JanFebMar
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Lofoten Islands, Norway
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4.4 stars(16 reviews)
2027JanFebMar
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£3,499 pp £3,199 pp
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Glacier Express
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4.6 stars(158 reviews)
2026FebMarDec
2027JanFebMar
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Interlaken & the Jungfrau Express in Winter
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4.5 stars(44 reviews)
2026MarDec
2027JanFebMar
7 days from
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Jungfrau Express All Inclusive in Winter
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4.5 stars(81 reviews)
2026FebMarDec
2027JanFebMar
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Winter Holidays

Embark on a winter getaway, and step into a world of snow-globe seasonal beauty, discovering a new side to a place you thought you knew. Visit chocolate-box towns set against wintry mountain backdrops, explore culture-rich cities without the crowds, or cruise into the Arctic Circle, where the Northern Lights dance overhead. Wherever you go, there's no denying the magic of this time of year.

Travel in comfort through winter wonderlands, seeing the scenery in a new light and reaching places that wouldn't be possible on any other form of transport. Enjoy cosy journeys past frozen landscapes  or drift along Europe's waterways, drifting along with Christmas markets and festive towns lining the shores. Sample delicious local flavours, experience spectacular seasonal excursions, and enjoy time to explore off-the-beaten-path - the recipe for the dream winter holiday.

Browse our winter collection to discover snowy landscapes, cosy getaways and seasonal cruise experiences.

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Glacier ExpressGlacier ExpressGlacier ExpressGlacier ExpressGlacier Express
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4.6 stars(158 reviews)
2026FebMarDec
2027JanFebMar

Snow-bound views and enchanting seasonal scenery have made the Glacier Express famous at this time of year as the glistening peaks and sugar-frosted forests of the Swiss Alps provides picture-postcard backdrops. On this memorable holiday, pass icy lakes and the ethereal Palü Glacier on the UNESCO-listed route of the Bernina Express. Later,...

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The Northern Lights & LaplandThe Northern Lights & LaplandThe Northern Lights & LaplandThe Northern Lights & LaplandThe Northern Lights & Lapland
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4.3 stars(282 reviews)
2026FebMarDec
2027JanFebMar

Beautifully scenic Scandinavian rail journeys take us from the ancient Viking capital of Trondheim to wintry Kiruna in Swedish Lapland, enjoying many opportunities to be dazzled by the ethereal Northern Lights. Travelling through amazing landscapes by rail, cross to the Arctic Circle to Bodø. From here, seek the ethereal Northern Lights on the...

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Jungfrau Express All Inclusive in WinterJungfrau Express All Inclusive in WinterJungfrau Express All Inclusive in WinterJungfrau Express All Inclusive in WinterJungfrau Express All Inclusive in Winter
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4.5 stars(81 reviews)
2026FebMarDec
2027JanFebMar

Enjoy an idyllic winter holiday in the heart of the snow-capped Swiss Alps, staying in the picture-book village of Wilderswil, where dinner and drinks are provided each evening. This all-inclusive getaway includes a jaw-dropping trip on the Jungfrau Express, a masterpiece of Swiss rail engineering, to Europe's highest railway station. Here,...

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Strasbourg at ChristmasStrasbourg at ChristmasStrasbourg at ChristmasStrasbourg at ChristmasStrasbourg at Christmas
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4.3 stars(24 reviews)
2026NovDec

Embark on a festive cruise through Europe's most enchanting Christmas destinations on the Rhine river. Scenic landscapes and charming towns come alive with seasonal cheer in Germany and France during the most wonderful time of the year. From the twinkling lights of Koblenz's historic streets to the captivating markets of Rüdesheim,...

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Glacier Express All Inclusive in WinterGlacier Express All Inclusive in WinterGlacier Express All Inclusive in WinterGlacier Express All Inclusive in WinterGlacier Express All Inclusive in Winter
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4.7 stars(148 reviews)
2026Mar
2027JanFebMar

Discover the magic of a Swiss winter on this GRJ All Inclusive seasonal holiday based in the scenic Albula Valley. Experience Switzerland's most spectacular train journeys from a family-run hotel, including drinks with dinner each evening. Travel across the Swiss Alps and past enchanting glaciers to Italy on the UNESCO-listed route of the...

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Bernina ExpressBernina ExpressBernina ExpressBernina ExpressBernina Express
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2026FebMarDec

Enjoy having your head in the clouds this winter as we stay in some of Switzerland's best mountaintop hotels. Located on beautiful Lake Brienz, the Belle Époque Grandhotel Giessbach is perched above the waters and surrounded by nature, while Pilatus Kulm lies at the top of a mountain accessed by cable car. These spectacular hotels allow you to...

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4.5 stars(16 reviews)
2026Mar

From glittering Montreux to mountainous Interlaken, enjoy an effortless journey on an instantly iconic direct route, passing frozen rivers, icy lakes and picture-perfect winter scenes. Explore Lake Geneva's fairytale Château de Chillon, cross the Alps to Chamonix on the Mont Blanc Express, and travel to Interlaken on the cutting-edge GoldenPass...

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Interlaken & the Jungfrau Express in WinterInterlaken & the Jungfrau Express in WinterInterlaken & the Jungfrau Express in WinterInterlaken & the Jungfrau Express in WinterInterlaken & the Jungfrau Express in Winter
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4.5 stars(44 reviews)
2026MarDec
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This idyllic winter holiday is based in the heart of the Bernese Oberland in picturesque Interlaken, one of Switzerland's popular resort towns, nestled between two lakes and overlooked by the snow-capped peaks of the mighty Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Explore this stunning region on some of Europe's most celebrated railways, with spectacular...

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A Wonderful Wiltshire ChristmasA Wonderful Wiltshire ChristmasA Wonderful Wiltshire ChristmasA Wonderful Wiltshire ChristmasA Wonderful Wiltshire Christmas
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2026Dec

Celebrate Christmas in the charming rural county of Wiltshire, with everything taken care of as you settle into a welcoming traditional hotel in the historic cathedral city of Salisbury. Enjoy a nostalgic journey in decorated carriages aboard the Swindon & Cricklade Railway with a festive afternoon tea, along with atmospheric visits to the...

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Austrian Christmas & Italian New YearAustrian Christmas & Italian New YearAustrian Christmas & Italian New YearAustrian Christmas & Italian New YearAustrian Christmas & Italian New Year
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4.3 stars(14 reviews)
2026Dec

Celebrate the festive period in two of Europe's most spectacular winter destinations. Shimmering Lake Garda at Christmas is truly enchanting, while traditional Innsbruck is the perfect place to enjoy New Year's celebrations. This wonderful holiday includes day trips to historic Verona and timeless Venice, two heritage rail journeys, a visit...

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HuskiesHuskiesHuskiesHuskiesHuskies
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4.6 stars(101 reviews)
2026Dec
2027JanFebMar

Uncover the extraordinary landscapes and traditional culture of Arctic Norway and Sweden on a journey from Tromsø to Narvik and Kiruna. Meet the indigenous Sámi people and their reindeer and travel into atmospheric Swedish Lapland aboard the Ofoten Railway. Enjoy a husky-hauled sled ride through an enchanting winter wonderland - a magical...

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The Harz MountainsThe Harz MountainsThe Harz MountainsThe Harz MountainsThe Harz Mountains
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4.6 stars(84 reviews)
2026Feb
2027JanFeb

Join us on a magical winter journey amongst the scenic valleys and mountain peaks of Germany's Harz Mountains. Travel on two heritage steam trains, including the Brocken Railway, and discover World Heritage towns with medieval architecture and cobbled lanes. Our base is Wernigerode, a town with timber-framed buildings and a fairytale castle,...

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Our customers love our Winter Rail Holidays tours
Huskies & the Northern Lights
28/Jan
Shirley
5 stars
“No complaints - it was all amazing!
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GoldenPass, Mont Blanc & Jungfrau in Winter
26/Jan
Andrew Parker
5 stars
“Fabulous - a great combination of different places and features. I particularly enjoyed the Golden Pass express and the cruise on Lake Thun.
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GRJ All Inclusive Glacier Express in Winter
25/Jan
Veronica
5 stars
“Amazing experience!
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Interlaken & the Jungfrau Express in Winter
25/Jan
Chris
5 stars
“Lucky with the weather which helped make it a brilliant trip
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Classic Glacier Express in Winter
3/Jan
Christopher D
5 stars
“Excellent. JR was superb as a tour manager and exactly as described.
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Festive Markets of the Rhine & Alsace
18 Dec 2025
david turpie
5 stars
“My daughter and I had an amazing trip. The staff were brilliant and the catering staff dealt with my daughters allergies superbly. We loved all the trips and the help we received with getting on and off the boat with my daughters walker. have recommended it to several friends!
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The Harz Mountains in Winter
28/Jan
Mr Dyer
4 stars
“An excellent itinerary and a very enjoyable experience. Just local German hiccups which our tour manager ably worked around.
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GRJ All Inclusive Jungfrau Express in Winter
24/Jan
Ruth Purves
4 stars
“Tiring at times but well worth it! Great tour Manager. Food at hotel acceptable at best but disappointing for vegetarians who have no choice of main course. Breakfast was good.
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Italian Christmas & Austrian New Year
11/Jan
M Coulson
4 stars
“Fantastic hotels, including the two stop over hotels in Turin and Cologne. Unfortunately the food in the Italian hotel was disappointing and did not live up to the standard of the hotel.
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