Winter Rail Tours & Holidays

Spellbinding Scandinavian rail journeys take us from the ancient Viking capital of Trondheim to Swedish Lapland, visiting the best places to see the Aurora Borealis, with many opportunities to experience these swirling lights. Travelling by rail through amazing landscapes, cross the Arctic Circle to Bodø to seek the ethereal Northern Lights on a...

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Experience glistening peaks, enchanting alpine lakes and sugar-frosted forests on this fantastic winter holiday in Switzerland. At this time of year, the snowy views and beautiful scenery of the Swiss Alps provide picture-postcard backdrops for your journey. Discover jaw-dropping wintry landscapes on the acclaimed Bernina Express and Glacier...

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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, Heidelberg,...

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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 Bernina...

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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 a cable car.      Soak up Switzerland's...

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Discover the Swiss Alps on the acclaimed Bernina Express and Glacier Express on this magical winter holiday in Switzerland. At this time of year, the dramatic landscape sparkles with fresh snow, creating picture-perfect winter scenes. Stay in four-star hotels in Brig and Chur, traditional Swiss towns surrounded by snow-capped peaks, alpine...

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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 way to...

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Celebrate the start of a new year on this unforgettable Rhine cruise, visiting charming towns and cities steeped in history and culture. From the picture-perfect streets of Mainz and Strasbourg to the romantic allure of Heidelberg and Rüdesheim, experience fascinating sights and a warm welcome at every stop. Relax onboard as you take in the...

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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 trips...

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Cloaked in their winter finery, Switzerland's majestic mountains host this rail journey featuring two world-famous trains. From picture-perfect bases in Chur and Täsch, enjoy warm Swiss hospitality in idyllic alpine towns. Bask in stunning views of snow-bound landscapes, soaring mountains and icy glaciers during unforgettable journeys on the...

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Prepare to be swept away by the romance of Bavaria's world-renowned Christmas markets. Experience the captivating atmosphere of three unique markets - in Nuremberg, Regensburg and Rothenburg - each with its own distinct character and enjoy a scenic journey along Germany's famous Romantic Road. Staying in enchanting Nuremberg, discover the...

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Experience Norway in magical winter, first exploring Oslo and Bergen with an epic journey on the spectacularly scenic Bergen Railway, before embarking on a six-night cruise into the enthralling Arctic wilderness. Our northbound sea voyage from Bergen to Kirkenes passes beautiful fjords, and crosses the Arctic Circle, before a husky sled ride into...

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