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UK and Ireland holidays by train

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Touring Great Britain and Ireland by train

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Celtic cross-country

Travel to Dublin, then Belfast, before crossing to Scotland through Highland scenery, finishing in Edinburgh and London.
/ 21 nights
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Grand tour of the UK and Ireland

Experience a grand tour of the UK and Ireland, linking four capitals with Snowdonia, the Highlands, and the Causeway Coast.
/ 21 nights
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British city hopper

Travel between five British cities, from Bristol’s maritime past to York’s ancient walls, weaving culture, history, and rail connections.
/ 14 nights
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Island of Ireland

A train tour of all of Ireland, from the east coast to the west, and south to north. Highlights include Inishmore and Killarney National Park.
/ 16 nights
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The Ancient East of Ireland

Sail to Ireland to explore castles, cathedrals, and ancient sites, with time in Cobh, the Titanic’s last port of call, and nearby towns.
/ 12 nights
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Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way

Follow the Wild Atlantic Way by train, tracing Ireland’s west coast from Donegal to Kerry along one of the world’s longest routes.
/ 30 nights
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Scenic, historic Scotland

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Historic Scotland

Explore Scotland’s past at Glencoe, Culloden, and Scone Palace, tracing battlefields, landscapes, and royal history.
/ 18 nights
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The Hogwarts route

Travel by sleeper train through the Highlands, crossing the 21-arch Glenfinnan Viaduct on one of Britain’s most scenic routes.
/ 8 nights
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Island Hopper

Stay in Glasgow and Oban, then island-hop to Mull, Iona and smaller neighbors, using ferries to explore Scotland’s west coast.
/ 10 nights
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Explore the UK by train

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Sleeper trains and scenic trains

Travel across the UK by sleeper and daytime trains, from Cornwall to Scotland, linking classic routes and heritage railroads.
/ 10 nights
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The North Norfolk Coast

Take the Bittern Line through the Broads to the North Norfolk coast for ocean swims, wide skies, and evening sunsets.
/ 3 nights
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A quintessentially English tour

Discover England by train, from Bath’s Roman sites and Stonehenge to York Minster, the Shambles, and Oxford.
/ 10 nights
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Cities, Cotswolds, and pastures

Explore southern England by train, from London and Bath to West Country market towns, the Cotswolds, and Oxford’s colleges.
/ 8 nights
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Dales and lakes

Travel by bus and train through the Yorkshire Dales and spa towns, then continue west to the Lake District hills and lakes beyond.
/ 14 nights
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North to the Borders

Travel through Yorkshire and the Dales, then follow the Settle–Carlisle Line north to Hadrian’s Wall on the English border.
/ 7 nights
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Yorkshire Moors countryside

Take it slow in Yorkshire’s moors, market towns, and east coast, using the Coastliner bus and North Yorkshire Moors Railway.
/ 12 nights
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A week on Welsh waters

A week near Snowdonia, staying along the North Wales coast and River Dee, with water sports, zip lines, and mountain hikes.
/ 8 nights
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Cornish coast by sleeper

Travel from western Cornwall to its north coast by sleeper train, linking Penzance, St. Ives, and Newquay with beaches and surf.
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Europe 101

So you’re interested in holidaying by train in Europe and the UK? Great! Here's everything you need to know before you go: from visas to tipping, currencies to tourist taxes, and even what to pack.
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Frequently asked questions

What’s included?

Our price includes all of your European holiday transport, accommodation and a personalised itinerary for your trip. You'll also have our travel experts on WhatsApp for disruption support and travel tips.

Are flights included?

We don’t include flights to Europe but do include all transport and accommodation when you get here. Short-haul flights are very carbon-intensive but thankfully traveling around Europe by train, ferry or bus is super easy and enjoyable.

Can I upgrade my hotel room?

You can choose different hotels on the trip page, and if you want to upgrade your room, there is a space in the booking form to let us know. Our team will then find upgrades and discuss these with you.

Do I have to start and finish in the same city?

Although we advocate for going flight free at every opportunity, we know that you might want to leave Europe from a different city. Our Concierge team can build you a custom one way trip.

Can I pay in CA dollars?

Yes, you can! All prices on our online trip pages should be shown in your local currency. If not, you can select whichever currency you’d like to pay in (e.g., USD, CAD, EUR, CHF) using the dropdown in the top right corner of the trip page beside the search icon. In both instances, the price on the payment page will be shown in your local currency.

Baggage allowance?

There's no charge for baggage. If it can fit in the racks or overhead, you'll be able to take it with you as long as you can carry it. We can suggest bag storage or transfer options, and advise on over-sized items like surfboards or bicycles.

How do my tickets get delivered?

The vast majority of European train ticketing can be digital, but some (Spain, Portugal, and a handful of EuroCity trains) will need paper tickets which can be mailed to a hotel you’ll be staying at.

Is it a guided group trip?

These are self-guided tours, not part of a group. They include on-demand personalized support via WhatApp, text or phone. Think of it like DIY holiday, except all the planning and booking have been done for you, and you don’t need to worry about disruptions.
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